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Live with Living Cities
"Live with Living Cities" is a podcast that explores the work, impact, and partnerships driving inclusive economic growth in cities across the United States. Hosted by Living Cities, this series highlights innovative strategies, transformative policies, and community-driven solutions that expand access to capital and create a more inclusive economy.
Episodes introduce who we are, what we do, and feature insightful conversations with changemakers—from government leaders and nonprofit innovators to entrepreneurs and residents—working to remove barriers to financial opportunity. Through storytelling, expert analysis, and real-world case studies, Live with Living Cities uncovers the challenges and successes of building economic systems that work for everyone.
Listeners gain a behind-the-scenes look at initiatives that drive investment in undercapitalized communities, foster entrepreneurship, and help more people build long-term financial security. Whether discussing new models of capital deployment, public-private partnerships, or community-led investment strategies, this podcast provides actionable insights for those committed to driving meaningful economic change.
Join us as we amplify the voices of leaders, share lessons from the field, and explore what it takes to build cities where everyone has the resources and opportunities to thrive.
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Opportunity Zones 2.0: Rewiring Capital for Community Wealth
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In this mini-episode of Live with Living Cities, Dr. Ahmed Whitt explores the evolving landscape of Opportunity Zones and what the next generation of place-based investment policy could mean for communities across the country.
As policymakers revisit and refine Opportunity Zones through new federal legislation, this conversation examines both the promise and the challenges of these incentives. Dr. Whitt breaks down how Opportunity Zones 2.0 could better align private capital with equitable economic development, community wealth building, and long-term local prosperity, while addressing concerns around accountability, displacement, and who truly benefits.
From policy design to real-world impact, this episode offers listeners a deeper understanding of how capital systems can either reinforce inequality or help build stronger, more inclusive local economies.
Tune in for a timely conversation on the future of equitable investment and what it takes to ensure communities are not just included, but prioritized.