100 Lecture Series

Using real-world case studies, including the political navigation of major infrastructure projects in Los Angeles, Jody will break down the strategies necessary to manage the "messy" process from idea to reality.

Erick Guerra reflects on his book Overbuilt and argues that the costs of continued expansion outweigh the benefits. He traces the historical context of our roadway obsession and examines the economic and social consequences of overbuilding.

In this lecture, Professor Giuliano considers L.A.’s transit future: If downtowns are shifting from employment hubs to residential anchors, and face-to-face interaction remains the bedrock of the economy, what is the future for transit — radical experimentation or doubling down on high-capacity infrastructure?