Seth Kaplan: Repairing American Society, One Zip Code at a Time
Oct 23, 2023
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Seth Kaplan, an expert on fragile states, joins the Strong Towns Podcast to discuss how to repair American society one zip code at a time. They explore the importance of relationships, the disconnect between prosperity and well-being, the significance of churches in Italian neighborhoods, and building strong communities through place-based relationships. Kaplan's book 'Fragile Neighborhoods' offers practical lessons for revitalizing local institutions and creating positive change.
Revitalizing local institutions is key to addressing social decline in American neighborhoods, one zip code at a time.
Building strong social connections, inclusive institutions, and place-based relationships is vital for creating flourishing and joyful neighborhoods.
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On this episode of the Strong Towns Podcast, host Chuck Marohn talks with friend, author, and expert on fragile states, Seth Kaplan. His new book, Fragile Neighborhoods, offers a bold new vision for addressing social decline in America, one zip code at a time. It discusses the importance of revitalizing our local institutions and introduces the reader to some of the people and organizations who are doing just that—along with practical lessons for those who want to do similar work.