Charles T. Brown
Founder and CEO of Equitable Cities, an urban planning and policy research firm, and author of Arrested Mobility, speaking about transportation, health, and equity impacts on Black and brown communities.
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May 20, 2025 • 51min
Overcoming the Threat to Black Movement with Charles T. Brown
Charles T. Brown, founder of Equitable Cities and adjunct professor, joins to discuss his groundbreaking book, 'Arrested Mobility.' He delves into the systemic barriers that hinder Black mobility, highlighting the impacts of policing, public policy, and urban planning. Charles emphasizes the need for meaningful Black leadership in addressing these issues and the importance of community. He advocates for equitable urban spaces where love and support for neighbors can flourish, underscoring that mobility is a fundamental human right.
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Dec 4, 2025 • 33min
Combating The Rise In Pedestrian Deaths In The US
Join Ian Duncan, a Washington Post reporter on transportation politics, as he reveals the shocking 80% rise in pedestrian deaths from 2010 to 2022. Gabe Klein, former transportation chief, discusses how vehicle design and speed make streets deadly. Beth Osborne highlights flaws in postwar road layouts affecting pedestrians, while Charles Brown connects historical inequities in urban planning to rising fatalities in marginalized communities. Together, they advocate for safer roads through community-focused designs and policy changes.
