Welcome to The Century of Cities Long-Lost Bonus Episode! Join hosts Professor Greg Clark and Jennifer Dolynchuk as they dive into the transformative evolution of urbanization from 1980 to 2080. Did you know that in 1980, just over 40% of humanity lived in cities, and by 2080, that number is projected to reach 80%? Or that the urban population will grow from 2.3 billion to an estimated 9.2 billion, with cities with over 1 million people skyrocketing from 275 to 1,600? Greg shares these staggering statistics and more, taking listeners on a fascinating tour of the world to explore how regions from Europe to Sub-Saharan Africa are experiencing urbanization differently. Jen reflects on the cultural, technological, and environmental changes driving this urban transformation. Together, they kick off a global tour of insights with 100 guests to uncover what makes good urbanization and how we can shape a better future.
