Diane Alisa, author and founder of End Car Dependency, advocates for family-friendly urban design. She reveals how car-dependent living impacts families and discusses the importance of creating integrated communities, or 'villages.' Diane shares her journey from performing arts to urban advocacy, highlighting the need for supportive, walkable environments for mothers and children. She critiques suburban isolation and proposes solutions for more connected living spaces, emphasizing how thoughtful design can enhance community ties and empower family life.