Simplifying Complexity

Scaling 3: Why companies die, but cities don't


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In the last few episodes, we learnt all about scaling laws or power laws and how they apply to mammals. In this episode, the final part of our discussion of scaling and complex systems, for now, we're looking even bigger. 

We're joined again by Geoffrey West, Shannan Distinguished Professor and Former President of the Santa Fe Institute, who in this episode will be leaving mammals behind to look at other complex systems. In particular, Geoffrey is going to explain how scaling laws apply to cities or companies. 

 

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This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

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