In this episode of the Think Bitcoin Podcast, Logan interviews Kelly Lannan, a home builder and developer, who discusses the intersection of Bitcoin and architecture. Kelly shares his journey into Bitcoin, his insights on the built environment, and how monetary systems influence urban development. The conversation delves into historical context, zoning laws, and the financial viability of urban infrastructure, while also exploring potential solutions to the challenges faced in modern urban planning. Kelly emphasizes the need for a shift towards sound money and the importance of creating beautiful, functional spaces in our communities. Enjoy! _______________________________________________________________ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin Urbanism 11:16 Kelly's Background and Bitcoin Journey 21:29 The Evolution of Urban Planning 31:11 The Impact of Zoning Laws 41:22 The Suburban Experiment and Its Consequences 43:33 The Mismatch of Wealth and Infrastructure 47:34 Navigating the Path to Solutions 50:57 Innovations in Housing and Infrastructure 57:38 The Decline of Beauty in Built Environments 01:06:33 Global Perspectives on Urban Development 01:12:57 Book Recommendations for Further Learning _______________________________________________________________ Follow Kelly: https://x.com/ktlannan Read Kelly's Substack: https://bitcoinurbanism.substack.com/ Follow Logan: https://x.com/TheWhyOfFI Follow Think Bitcoin: https://x.com/thinkbitcoinpod
