Join Martin Casado, a general partner at Andreessen Horowitz, and Ruth Schwartz Cowan, a history professor at the University of Pennsylvania, as they unpack our cultural bias towards innovation over maintenance. Edward Glaeser, a Harvard economics professor, stresses that maintenance fuels societal progress. Chris Lacinak reveals how tech can complicate household tasks, amplifying unpaid labor for women. Andrew Russell champions a renewed appreciation for maintainers, highlighting their crucial role in preserving public safety and enhancing infrastructure.

Edward Glaeser, a Harvard economist and expert in urban economics, shares insights on land use reform and its potential to make housing more affordable. He reflects on his educational journey and the critical role of zoning laws in shaping housing markets. Glaeser discusses the complex relationship between institutions and human capital in economic growth, while also addressing urban crime trends and the necessity of policing reforms. The conversation concludes with thoughts on the future of cities as essential hubs in our rapidly changing world.

Edward Glaeser discusses the resilience of cities to terrorism, remote work, and pandemics. Topics include the potential collapse of Silicon Valley, the impact of opioids on UBI, urban education challenges, housing reform, and the future of work in a metaverse. The conversation also touches on the history of Silicon Valley, Europe's economic stagnation, and the safety of cities like Mumbai.

New York. Los Angeles. Boston. San Francisco. With mega populations, these urban hubs have long reigned as the nation's economic, social, and cultural capitals. But big cities have also been the hardest hit by the pandemic. Even more, the pandemic has brought economic and social inequality into sharp focus for the nation's lawmakers. Will megacities keep their magnetism in the wake of Covid-19? Or are their best days behind them? Arguing in favor of the motion is Joel Kotkin and Jennifer Hernandez. Arguing against the motion is Edward Glaeser and Margaret O'Mara. Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Edward Glaeser discusses the impact of land-use regulations on economic growth, focusing on property rights in California and regional productivity differences in the US. He also explores how regulations affect productivity levels, housing affordability, and the importance of entrepreneurship districts for societal challenges.