In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the massive global phenomenon of suburbanization—the population shift from historic city centers and rural areas into peripheral suburbs. We explore how this process, often characterized by urban sprawl and low-density living, has reshaped economies, environments, and social structures around the world.

Join us as we break down:

• The History: How the post-WWII economic expansion and the GI Bill triggered a housing boom in the United States, creating new "minicities" and edge cities.

• A Global Perspective: Why suburban growth looks different internationally, from rail-oriented suburbs in East Asia to the unique post-socialist housing developments in Eastern Europe.

• Race and Inequality: The complex interse ...