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In this episode of Chaptered Minds, we explore Dubai, The City as Corporation by Ahmed Kanna, a critical examination of Dubai’s rapid development and its positioning as a global city. Our AI hosts discuss Kanna’s exploration of how Dubai’s transformation is driven by a corporate model that combines state power, real estate, and global capitalism. This episode highlights the socio-economic and political dynamics behind the city's glittering skyline, including the impact on its labor force, identity, and urban planning. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the intersection of urbanism, capitalism, and governance in one of the world’s most iconic cities.
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In this episode of Chaptered Minds, we explore Dubai, The City as Corporation by Ahmed Kanna, a critical examination of Dubai’s rapid development and its positioning as a global city. Our AI hosts discuss Kanna’s exploration of how Dubai’s transformation is driven by a corporate model that combines state power, real estate, and global capitalism. This episode highlights the socio-economic and political dynamics behind the city's glittering skyline, including the impact on its labor force, identity, and urban planning. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the intersection of urbanism, capitalism, and governance in one of the world’s most iconic cities.

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