This podcast episode explores the impact of neighborhood dynamics and location data on social mixing and economic segregation. It discusses a study using location data from Google, Apple, and Meta to examine the level of mixing in various locations, such as churches, supermarkets, and restaurant chains. The episode also investigates whether Outback Steakhouse is a place where people from different income levels can make friends. The speakers share their experiences at the restaurant and interview a paralegal who has made friends from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds there. The episode highlights the importance of cross-class friendships for social mobility and economic opportunities.
