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How Abandoned Cities Work

Jul 1, 2008
This podcast explores the reasons why cities become abandoned, including nuclear disasters and economic downturns. They discuss real-life examples like Detroit and dying towns in Alabama. The hosts also touch on the dilemma of abandoned cities and squatting residents.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Reasons Why Cities Become Abandoned
02:27 • 2min
3
Exploring Abandoned Cities and Dying Towns
04:08 • 2min
4
Abandoned City Dilemma and Squatting Residents
05:53 • 2min