America’s newest boom isn’t in factories—it’s in data centers. But when the AI building frenzy ends, what’s left? In this episode: -The truth about “Data Center USA” and why the boom can’t last forever -How small towns are cashing in… and what happens when the money dries up -The hidden cost of tax breaks and sweetheart deals for tech giants -Why real economic growth means planning beyond the boom -How communities can future-proof themselves through trades, robotics, and real jobs The AI gold rush is happening now—but history shows every boom ends. What comes next will decide which towns survive… and which turn into the next Rust Belt.