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The world's most expensive bathroom


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On this episode, we talk about:

  • The world's most expensive bathroom, the regulations that led to it, and how can we be better in our own cities?
  • Houston is broke, but why? 
  • McKinsey suggests automated vehicles will induce continued population expansion into outer ring neighborhoods and rural areas

Timestamps
00:22 - New TeamZac member
01:32 - Setting hiring policy on the podcast
02:55 - Generations Z and Alpha
03:51 - The difference between Pat and Chad
06:09 - The most expensive public restroom
14:31 - Can we incorporate staff accountability for getting a project done?
16:18 - The Purple Slip
19:38 - Can we just empower employees?
28:16 - Houston is broke
39:36 - On urban highway expansion
48:03 - McKinsey on the benefits of autonomous vehicles
57:47 - Could AVs eliminate the need for parking?
60:15  - AV cabs as public transportation: worst of both worlds?
62:04 - Special announcement time

Notes

  • A Close Examination of the Most Infamous Public Toilet in America (NY Times)
  • Houston mayor says the city is broke (Fox 26 Houston)
  • Here's the real reason Houston is going broke (Strong Towns)
  • Autonomous Driving's Future: Convenient and Connected (McKinsey)
  • Smart Bumps
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