# Has the "American Dream" Made Us Miserable?

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Podcast: [The Strong Towns Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strong-towns-podcast-496821)
Published: 2025-11-24T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcast.strongtowns.org/e/has-the-american-dream-made-us-miserable/
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## Resource

Author Diane Alisa just wanted her kids to have what she didn't: freedom to roam, community, and a childhood that doesn't require a minivan. Somewhere along the way, she realized the suburban dream itself might be the problem. Today, she and Chuck dig into what the Suburban Experiment cost us — and what comes next. Additional Show Notes Want to hear more from Diane? Check out her episode on The Bottom-Up Revolution! “Love Letter to Suburbia: How to Restore the American Village” by Diane Alisa Diane Alisa (Instagram) Chuck Marohn (Substack) This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Click here to learn more about membership.

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