Joseph Girouard discusses life in Boston in his talk. He notes that Boston has over 6 million inhabitants, many of whom are college students, giving it the nickname "Athens of America." While large, Boston has good public transportation options and many residents do not own cars. Girouard also highlights Boston's thriving economy, education, medicine, and tourism. Finally, he states that despite its bustling activity, Boston maintains parks and green spaces for relaxation amid its vibrant urban environment.