The Economics of Everyday Things

26. Graffiti

Nov 20, 2023
This podcast dives into the controversy surrounding graffiti as an art form. It discusses efforts to remove graffiti quickly and the impact of graffiti on communities, including its negative effects on retail sales and property value. The podcast also explores Philadelphia's shift from punitive measures to encouraging graffiti artists to contribute to public art through city-funded murals. Lastly, it talks about the rise of graffiti vandalism during the pandemic and the ongoing battle with these vandals, with a humorous nod to their abundance of paint.
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