Dwarkesh Podcast Edward Glaeser - Cities, Terrorism, Housing, & Remote Work
Nov 28, 2022
Edward Glaeser, Chair of Harvard's Economics Department, dives into the resilience of cities amidst challenges like terrorism and remote work. He discusses why Silicon Valley's future may falter while the Sunbelt thrives. Glaeser critiques Universal Basic Income in light of the opioid crisis and emphasizes the need for housing reform. The conversation also explores the impact of urban education disparities, the legacy of Robert Moses, and the importance of in-person collaboration for tech startups. A thought-provoking look at the future of urban living!
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Opioids, Joblessness, and UBI
- The opioid crisis links to joblessness and lack of purpose, not just income.
- Universal Basic Income (UBI) could worsen this by increasing joblessness.
Remote Work and In-Person Contact
- In the short term, virtual communication substitutes in-person contact but complements it long-term.
- Technologies like Zoom create a more interconnected world, increasing the value of face-to-face interaction.
The Metaverse and Real-World Interaction
- Edward Glaeser does not believe that the metaverse will significantly impact real-world interaction.
- He believes in-person interaction, especially among young people, is irreplaceable.
