In this discussion, Carol Willis, director of the Skyscraper Museum, Thomas Leslie, an architect focused on early Chicago skyscrapers, and Benjamin Flowers, a political expert on NYC's skyline, dive into the origins of skyscrapers. They explore iconic structures like the Empire State Building and the Seagram Building, emphasizing the technological innovations that made these giants possible. The trio discusses how skyscrapers shaped urban life and identity, reflecting societal aspirations and challenges throughout history and into the future.