Why Do We Still Commute?

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The average American commute is nearly 30 minutes each way, but for many, it’s a LOT longer. Over time, that adds up to hundreds of hours every year spent driving to and from work. Time that isn’t paid. Time that isn’t yours. So why is this still normal? In this episode of Fuel for Thought, we'll break down the modern commute, from its psychological effects to the history of suburbanization, zoning laws, and the Interstate Highway System, to understand how we got here, and whether commuting is still necessary in a world where many jobs no longer require it. Referenced in the video: Social Isolation of YouTube: https://youtu.be/2MUhQTpyyZ4?si=b3wwsVqzJOQcDnbE If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/regularcarreviews Merch: https://regularcars-shop.fourthwall.com/ Find RCR online: BlueSky: @regularcars / @theromannick Instagram: @regularcarreviews / @theromannick Linktree: https://linktr.ee/regularcarreviews Second channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RegularandRoman Thank you for supporting Regular Car Reviews! Timestamps: 00:00 Commuting Is Unpaid Labor 03:55 Intro Theme 04:04 Effects of Commuting On Our Bodies and Minds 08:16 How Expensive Is the Average Commute? 09:30 The Sinister Origin of the Commuter Crisis 17:16 Has Commuting Outlived Its Justification? 24:50 Sources and Photo Credits

Published 2026-03-21 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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