S1E44 P&P Marco te Brommelstroet on how to talk about transport without talking about transport

In this engaging People & Projects episode of the Streets and People podcast, join us as Marco te Brömmelstroet, a prominent voice in urban mobility and co-author of the book Movement, shares his journey and insights with Wendy Nash. Marco invites you to explore the vibrant world of urban development and mobility.

Marco chats about the impact of car dependency on our cities, vividly illustrating how it shapes our urban landscapes and influences our daily lives. He brings to life the importance of holistic thinking in city planning, advocating for a shift away from car-centric approaches towards more inclusive, child-friendly, and sustainable urban systems.

Hear Marco's captivating story as he reflects on his journey from an early fascination with the spatial dynamics of cities to his groundbreaking work at the University of Amsterdam. With a keen eye on the broader social costs of our current transportation systems, Marco emphasises the need to rethink our public spaces, enhance children's autonomy, and prioritise societal well-being over vehicle-centric designs.

In this conversation, you’ll discover practical steps communities can take to foster more sustainable and playful urban environments. Marco's insights and the transformative ideas from his book Movement offer a fresh perspective on how we can reshape our cities for a better future.

Movement: How to take back our streets and transform our lives. Thalia Verkade, Marco te Brömmelstroet (trans. Fiona Graham) https://scribepublications.com.au/books-authors/books/movement-9781922310798

Urban Cycling Institute free courses https://urbancyclinginstitute.org/courses-training/

The Culture of Stopping by Harald Welzer https://www.wiley.com/en-us/The+Culture+of+Stopping-p-9781509555871

Donnella Meadows on Externalities https://theecologist.org/2022/sep/26/leverage-points-60-year-legacy

Sam Belto on how to start a bike bus https://bikeportland.org/2022/10/05/sam-balto-on-how-to-start-a-bike-bus-of-your-own-364734

Bike is Best: The best tool for the job: https://youtu.be/V6ChTqII-Yk?si=XqEXLT2hZPYBK0BX

Go to GetAroundCaboCarFree.com.au to hear Tom Taylor speak at La Trobe University about riding a bike in Melbourne from 4yo and his observations at 16yo.