The Affordability Crisis: Why the Rent Is Too Damn High (and How to Fix It)
What exactly is "affordable housing"? In this episode of pplpod, we break down the complex global housing crisis, moving beyond the standard definition of the "30% rule" to understand why so many are ...
16 Feb 33min
Zombie Malls: The Retail Apocalypse and the Afterlife of American Shopping
Remember the golden age of the food court? In this episode of pplpod, we explore the eerie phenomenon of the "dead mall"—also known as a ghost or zombie mall. We dive into the causes behind the "retai...
16 Feb 29min
Beyond the Suburbs: Understanding the Rise of the Exurb
Have you ever driven past the suburbs into that unique zone that feels rural but still relies on the city? In this episode of pplpod, we explore the concept of the "exurb."Coined by Auguste Comte Spec...
16 Feb 28min
The Strip Mall: From Mini-Malls to Power Centers
In this episode of pplpod, we drive into the ubiquitous world of the strip mall—those open-air shopping centers defined by a row of stores with a sidewalk and large parking lot in front. Whether you c...
16 Feb 29min
Commercial Real Estate 101: Investing, Deal Flow & The 2025 Market Slump
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the fundamental world of commercial property—real estate designed to generate profit through capital gains or rental income. We break down the six main categori...
16 Feb 42min
Ghost Kitchens: The Invisible Restaurants Feeding You
In this episode of pplpod, we investigate the booming world of virtual restaurants—also known as ghost kitchens, cloud kitchens, or dark kitchens. We explain how these delivery-only establishments all...
16 Feb 32min
Life on the Line: How Transit-Oriented Development Reshapes Our Cities
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the world of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)—an urban planning strategy designed to maximize residential, business, and leisure space within walking distance...
16 Feb 33min
Enron: The "Smartest" Fraud in the Room
In this episode, we dismantle the spectacular rise and fall of the Enron Corporation. Once hailed as "America's Most Innovative Company" for six consecutive years, the energy giant imploded in 2001 to...
16 Feb 26min
