What happens to a community when its "Third Places" disappear—or are destroyed?

This week, I’m joined by Laura, a social worker with a unique lens on how we gather and support one another. We dive into the history of "Third Places"—those vital spaces between home and work—and what actually qualifies as one in a world that increasingly feels "hostile" by design.

We also get personal, sharing our oral history of surviving Hurricane Helene. From the "echo" of stone buildings to the strange, vital community found around a bonfire in the aftermath, we discuss what it means to lose our physical spaces and how we rebuild them in the middle of a disaster.

In this episode, we cover:

• Defining the "Third Place": From 17th-century coffeehouses to ...