Why do some cities thrive while others slide into decline? Alex Yuen and Libo Li break down the Four Horsemen of Urban Decline - which include the Disease of Me, Construction Constipation, High Capital Contrast, and Identity Crisis. From San Francisco’s stalled growth to Tokyo’s adaptability and New York’s relentless appetite for change, this conversation reveals the hidden dynamics that decide whether a city stagnates or reinvents itself. Clear, provocative, and grounded in real-world examples, it’s a framework for seeing your city with new eyes.
Check out Alex's full article here:https://www.dusttodensity.com/p/the-four-horsemen-of-urban-decline
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Chapters
00:00 Understanding the Four Horsemen of Urban Decline
04:10 San Francisco: A Case Study of Urban Decline
09:39 Mismanagement and Its Impact on Urban Environments
12:29 Cities That Are Thriving: Lessons from Asia
14:41 Empowering Citizens to Improve Their Cities
18:29 The Role of Leadership in Urban Identity
20:27 Applying the Framework Beyond Urban Areas
21:41 The Dangers of Overbuilding: Lessons from China
23:06 Recommendations for New Urban Leaders
25:54 Optimism for the Future of Cities
27:08 The Digital vs. Physical Urban Experience
29:10 The Future of Urban Decline: A Historical Perspective
Keywords
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