Three stories from St. Louis highlight different ways to combat urban blight,from fighting urban decay on MLK Jr. Drive, to turning vacant lots into lush cornergardens. Whether it’s one street, one garden or one tree, it gets easier to imaginechange when you literally see it take root. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

The Greatest Misallocation of Resources in the History of the World

All communities face certain challenges.But some people see challenges as opportunities.On Placemakers, we bring you stories about the spaces we inhabit and the people who shape them. Join us as we criss-cross the country, introducing you to real people in real communities — people who make a difference in how we travel, work, and live.You’ll never look at your community the same way again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.