A Love Letter to Suburbia
Diane Alisa
What happened to the American Dream? In A Love Letter to Suburbia, Diane Alisa takes readers on a compelling journey through the rise of suburbia and its consequences on American life. With heartfelt reflections and practical insights, Diane confronts the disillusionment many feel living in suburban sprawl. She explores how car dependency, corporate control, and disintegrating community values have eroded the sense of connection and purpose that once defined American neighborhoods.
But this is not a story of defeat. Diane offers a bold vision for restoring the “American Village”—a revitalized, walkable, community-focused way of living. Drawing on historical examples and modern urbanism, she presents actionable steps for turning car-centric infrastructure into vibrant, self-sustaining communities where families can thrive. A Love Letter to Suburbia is more than a critique; it is a hopeful roadmap for reclaiming the essence of the American Dream.
Will America restore its villages and rekindle a shared cultural identity—or will the suburbs continue to spread isolation?
Duration - 8h 16m.
Author - Diane Alisa.
Narrator - Diane Alisa.
Published Date - Sunday, 26 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2024 The Olive Conservatory LLC ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
What happened to the American Dream? In A Love Letter to Suburbia, Diane Alisa takes readers on a compelling journey through the rise of suburbia and its consequences on American life. With heartfelt reflections and practical insights, Diane confronts the disillusionment many feel living in suburban sprawl. She explores how car dependency, corporate control, and disintegrating community values have eroded the sense of connection and purpose that once defined American neighborhoods. But this is not a story of defeat. Diane offers a bold vision for restoring the “American Village”—a revitalized, walkable, community-focused way of living. Drawing on historical examples and modern urbanism, she presents actionable steps for turning car-centric infrastructure into vibrant, self-sustaining communities where families can thrive. A Love Letter to Suburbia is more than a critique; it is a hopeful roadmap for reclaiming the essence of the American Dream. Will America restore its villages and rekindle a shared cultural identity—or will the suburbs continue to spread isolation? Duration - 8h 16m. Author - Diane Alisa. Narrator - Diane Alisa. Published Date - Sunday, 26 January 2025. Copyright - © 2024 The Olive Conservatory LLC ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:09
Acknowledgements
Duration:00:00:33
Prologue
Duration:00:12:50
Part I: From Asphalt to Awakening: Rethinking Suburbia's Promise
Duration:00:00:07
Chapter 1: Dear Suburbia, it wasn't supposed to be this way.
Duration:00:16:54
Chapter 2: Dear Suburbia, it's not safe anymore.
Duration:00:16:13
Chapter 3: Dear Suburbia, I'm tired of waiting in traffic.
Duration:00:10:51
Chapter 4: Dear Suburbia, I don't want to be under corporate control.
Duration:00:27:05
Chapter 5: Dear Suburbia, America looks... different.
Duration:00:23:00
Chapter 6: Dear Suburbia, I really want a home.
Duration:00:14:00
Chapter 7: Dear Suburbia, I don't feel so good.
Duration:00:19:44
Chapter 8: Dear Suburbia, Mother Earth needs you.
Duration:00:18:34
Chapter 9: Dear Suburbia, why are you so expensive?
Duration:00:20:04
Chapter 10: Dear Suburbia, it's time.
Duration:00:02:01
Part II: Disconnected Lives: The Cultural Ripple Effects of Suburban Living
Duration:00:00:07
Chapter 11: Dear Suburbia, you've turned us against each other.
Duration:00:32:22
Chapter 12: Dear Suburbia, you've stolen our culture and identity.
Duration:00:15:50
Part III: Restoring the American Village: A bottom-up revolution
Duration:00:00:06
Chapter 13: Dear Suburbia, it's all up to you.
Duration:00:16:37
Chapter 14: Dear Suburbia, here's how to implement walkability and village infrastructure.
Duration:00:16:37
Chapter 15: Dear Suburbia, many transportation options are good.
Duration:00:18:21
Chapter 16: Dear Suburbia, the Village awaits!
Duration:00:05:52
Part IV: Restoring the American Family Through Culture and Infrastructural Restoration
Duration:00:00:07
Chapter 17: Dear Suburbia, villages need children.
Duration:00:10:23
Chapter 18: Dear Suburbia, you're disempowering our children.
Duration:01:16:07
Chapter 19: Dear Suburbia, infants are worth the investment.
Duration:00:50:27
Chapter 20: Dear Suburbia, you've distorted motherhood.
Duration:00:20:11
Chapter 21: Dear Suburbia, we need fathers.
Duration:00:18:01
Chapter 22: Dear Suburbia, are we including the elderly and disabled?
Duration:00:18:01
Chapter 23: Dear Suburbia, marriage is okay again.
Duration:00:07:11
Epilogue
Duration:00:07:19
Ending Credits
Duration:00:01:08