Today, Jackson is chatting with author and developer Joel Anderson. They discuss how to attract young professionals in an era of remote work and how to develop new neighborhoods.

Topics Covered: 

• Joel’s Life and Career Path — (2:45)
• The Value Proposition of Cities — (5:50)
• How Cities Can Attract Talent — (8:40)
• Creating Programs to Attract Remote Workers — (12:35)
• Economic Development and Ownership in the 21st Century— (16:30)
• “The Right Kind of Ownership” in Cities — (18:27)
• The Tragedies of the Privates — (21:15)
• Cabin and Network Ownership — (25:10)
• What West Village Is  — (25:52)
• The Importance of Small Business Owners — 28:12
• Retail in the US Versus Europe — (31:30)
• Funding for the West Village — (38:02)
• Joel’s Experience Using an e-Bike — (41:25)

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Episode Links: 

Joel on Twitter

Joel on Substack

Jackson on Substack

Episode Credits:

Hosted by @JacksonSteger

Sound Engineering by @Prodcolin

Videos and Clips by @McdonnellCallum 

Produced by @PhilippeIze

Distribution by @Alisonclaire and @PhilippeIze