In this episode of Cloudlandia, Prepare to embark on an enlightening journey as we traverse the diverse landscapes of Toronto, compare it to America's NFL cities, and reflect on how major 20th-century developments in the U.S., from the GI Bill to national television, continue to shape its geography and economy. &nbsp SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The episode explores the diverse landscapes of Toronto, its vibrant neighborhoods and corporate ecosystem, and compares it to America's NFL cities. Dean and Dan discuss the major 20th-century developments in the U.S., such as the GI Bill and national television, and their impact on geography and economy. The episode highlights the potential future implications of the modern era of internet access and platform proliferation. They delve into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on urbanization and manufacturing, drawing lessons from Japan's strategic decisions to place factories close to their customers. The podcast also touches on the repatriation of industry back to the U.S., and the financial implications of the Mason-Dixon line. Valuable insights are shared on creating a fulfilling decade of life, emphasizing the importance of creativity, productivity, and physical health. The "Fast Filter" tool is introduced to help listeners identify their top five strengths. The discussion includes how to incorporate enjoyment into life in a meaningful way. They reflect on the impact of defense of the French language on Montreal's dynamic spirit. Lastly, the podcast explores the intricate web of connections between industry, geography, and societal change. Links: WelcomeToCloudlandia.com StrategicCoach.com DeanJackson.com ListingAgentLifestyle.com TRANSCRIPT (AI transcript provided as supporting material and may contain errors) Dean Jackson Welcome to Cloudlandia. Is that the Mr Jackson who hangs out in that domain? Dan Sulllivan That is exactly right Ambassador of Clublandia. Dean Jackson Writing possibility in Sunder. Dan Sulllivan Exactly right. Dean Jackson Is the. Dan Sulllivan Canadian ambassador to Clublandia. Dean Jackson Yeah, the main one. Yeah, we both are we both go both ways. Dan Sulllivan That is so funny, actually, because you are an American living in Canada becoming a Canadian, and I am a Canadian living in America, but I'm an actual dual citizen. Dean Jackson Did you ever get a Canadian citizenship? Oh sure. Dan Sulllivan But you had to earn it right, 1985, something like that. Dean Jackson Yeah, I know it's been pushing 40 years and I've been a Canadian. Yeah, and it makes crossing back and forth across the border much easier. Dan Sulllivan Yeah, exactly, I look at that as one of my most wonderful uniqueness is being a natural born dual citizen through my mother and father, so having it every way possible. Being born to a US father and a Canadian mother on a US Air Force base in Canada, so it's like talk about the triple play there. It's every way you can have it, I've got it. I look at that as a really unique asset. Dean Jackson Yeah, and having listened to that, I have you on duration in Canada. That's probably true. Yeah, this is my 52nd year that I've been living in Canada. Okay, okay. Dan Sulllivan Consequently yeah consecutively. Dean Jackson Yeah, I've been here. I came in 71 in June, so it's 53rd year that I'm in the 53rd year. And I came up for a job offer with big ad agency and I said why not? I put in a couple of years, see what it's like. And here I am. You fell in love with it. It's funny, you know we find places that suit us. Yeah, that is true. People say why do you live where you live? And I said it suits me. You know Toronto kind of lets you alone. You know, as a big city and the metropolitan area, the GTA greater Toronto area, is 6.6 million and a lot going on. 60% of the people who live in that GTA were not born in Canada. They were born someplace else. And so yeah, majority of people, including mys