Join Joshua Long, a Professor of Environmental Studies and author, and Susanna Almanza, Director of the advocacy group PODER, as they dissect the seismic cultural shift in Austin, Texas. They explore how tech investment has altered the city's artistic landscape, reflecting on nostalgia for its laid-back roots. Together, they confront the harsh realities of gentrification in East Austin, where long-time residents grapple with displacement and rising costs. Their insights reveal the complex interplay of community, culture, and economic transformation.