These Cities Make You Sick (Avoid these places)

Where you live isn’t just a backdrop to your life. It shapes how long you live, how healthy you are, and what opportunities come your way. Across the United States, life expectancy can vary by decades simply based on zip code, revealing a powerful but often overlooked truth: place matters more than we think.Joining the discussion is Ryan Frederick, author of Right Place, Right Time, who introduces the concept of “place planning.” Drawing parallels to financial planning, Ryan explains how being intentional about where and how you live can set you up for a longer, healthier, and more connected life.We examine how geography influences health, wealth, relationships, and long-term wellbeing. From disparities within cities to broader regional shifts driven by demographics, economics, and policy, we explore why place is one of the most consequential decisions we make, often without intention.You’ll learn- How zip code shapes lifespan, health, and opportunity- Why places drive habits and behavior more than willpower- What place planning is and why it matters in a longer-life era- How community, health, environment, and money intersect- Why chasing affordability can create long-term costs- How demographic shifts will redefine where people live- What signals reveal whether a place is rising or decliningMentioned in the Episode:Ryan Frederick’s Book, Right Place, Right Time: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Home for the Second Half of Life: https://a.co/d/j62274LSubscribe to Bradley’s Newsletter:Join (for free) the only newsletter breaking down global demographic trends into actionable strategies for your business and your community.Subscribe here → https://populationnext.substack.com/Order Bradley’s Book:The Super Age: Decoding Our Demographic Destiny: https://a.co/d/gmG6t2PGet in Touch with Ryan Frederick:Website: https://www.ryanfrederick.life/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanefrederickGet in Touch with Bradley Schurman: Website: https://populationnext.substack.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bradleyschurmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigschur/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyschurman/Subscribe:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bradleyschurman?sub_confirmation=1