Radio Free Urbanism

This week Nic shares the remainder of his trip to Europe, Ethan shares some Black Sheep in Atlanta's Transit System and Alex calls for better transit to the Calgary Stampede.Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoorLinks:VIA Lumi: https://x.com/VIA_Rail/status/1811083123460829466 MARTA Non Riders: https://tinyurl.com/322u2hjk Calgary Stampede Capacity: https://tinyurl.com/2xu2artu Beach Ave. Bike Lane Drama: https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/there-clearly-is-dysfunction-vancouvers-park-board-council-infighting-likely-to-continue-for-months Austin's Ride to Hoover Dam: https://youtu.be/NLAbuQjQ7Lk?si=bh4iG9pNgSoe37ZD

In this episode, Ethan is joined by Nick aka The Rural Urbanist and Sami of Untitled Planning. Nick talks recent travels and experiences in Portugal, focusing on urbanism, city planning, and transit infrastructure. The hosts compare the approach to adaptive reuse in Europe and North America, noting the importance of preserving both the exterior and interior of buildings. They also touch on the sustainability benefits of adaptive reuse. They also delve into the topic of sustainability and the role of technology in improving cities. The conversation touches on the impact of online shopping on local businesses and the importance of making intentional choices in our consumption habits. The hosts share their favorite themed trains, including a 15-minute city-themed train, a Tolkien-themed train, and a camera-themed train.

Banff's Railway Lands ARP is passed, CTA needs to rename some stations, and the Netherlands is even better than Nic imagined!Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoorLinks:https://banff.ca/1219/Banff-Railway-Lands-Area-RedevelopmentPl https://www.transitchicago.com/cta-announces-name-of-new-green-line-station-currently-under-construction/https://www.reuters.com/legal/hawaii-agrees-settle-youth-climate-change-lawsuit-2024-06-21/?utm_source=reddit.comhttps://www.threads.net/@alexwilliamsyyc/post/C8kCfkIJ7b-

Today we talk about Quebec City's Mayor being based, Gordon Ramsay bike crash, updates on the Rio Grande Plan, and MORE!Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoorLinks:https://www.reddit.com/r/vancouver/s/ZTi89TfWTFhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-17/gordon-ramsay-injured-after-bike-crash-in-united-states/103985592https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/terrifying-video-shows-brazen-driver-ramming-into-cyclists-near-texas-airport/ar-BB1owAfk?ocid=BingNewsSerphttps://www.reddit.com/r/vancouvercycling/s/DsV0OMDejJhttps://aiautah.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1863166

Today we talk about congestion pricing in New York City, the Tempe streetcar extension in Arizona and Calgary's pipe burst brings up the conversation of just how expensive car dependency is.Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoorLinks:Vancouver Safe Streets Petition: https://tinyurl.com/2jts5bah Hochul Halts NYC Congestion Pricing: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/jun/06/nyc-congestion-pricing Calgary Pipe Burst: https://tinyurl.com/4e465xjm Tempe Streetcar Extension: https://tinyurl.com/9jdfk7y3

Alex and Nic are joined by Jen Hall to talk Critical Mass event, new road rules in British Columbia, the Lilac Festival in Calgary, and the pedestrianization of 17th Avenue. We discuss the experiences of cyclists and pedestrians, the need for safer streets, and the impact of street closures on urban mobility. Finally touching on the importance of empathy and awareness in urban planning and transportation.Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoorJen: https://www.youtube.com/@HallsEmporiumLinks:BC Safe Passing: https://tinyurl.com/2rv7fsm6Lilac Festival: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/lilac-festival-calgary-4th-street-1.7221518Selling Backyards for Cash: https://www.businessinsider.com/california-housing-crisis-man-made-money-selling-backyard-with-buildcasa-2024-6?amp Pedestrianizing 17th Avenue: https://globalnews.ca/news/10417262/calgary-beltline-pedestrianization-petition/ Survey: https://www.beltlineyyc.ca/17_ave_open_street

Today Nic and Alex are Joined by Arden English (The Greater Discussions). They discuss Arden's journey into urban planning, housing affordability, climate change, aging infrastructure, and the Burrard Inlet Rapid Transit Plan. They also cover converting old industrial spaces into public areas, the broader role of transit systems, rapid bus routes, transit priorities, and the influence of local politics on transportation projects. The conversation highlights community engagement and the impact of educational experiences on urban planning interests.Follow Arden Here:www.youtube.com/@TheGreaterDiscussionsEmail Us -> radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanismInstagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links:Housing while aging: https://globalnews.ca/news/10403335/university-of-waterloo-future-cities-institute/Tokyo 'High Line': https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2016/aug/10/tokyo-new-high-line-log-road-daikanyama-shibuyaNorth Van BIRT Study: https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/north-shore-skytrain-burrard-inlet-rapid-transit-brt-lrt-study UWaterloo FCI: https://globalnews.ca/news/10403335/university-of-waterloo-future-cities-institute/ Unlikely Gems: https://www.instagram.com/unlikelygems/

In this bonus episode Alex and Nic are joined by Chad from the Cycling Embassy of Japan. Chad shares the embassy's mission, the utilitarian nature of the bicycle in japan, why bikes are different there and how the bicycle is a tool for crisis.Cycling Embassy of Japan: https://cycling-embassy.jp/Freewheeling Japan (Tokyo bicycle tours): https://freewheeling.jp/Chad Feyen: https://www.instagram.com/chadfeyen/radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: youtube.com/@nicthedoor

On this instalment of RFU, Nic talks about a terrifying experience while cycling, Ethan shares the good news of ADUs in Arizona and Alex talks up-zoning in Halifax. Email Us -> radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanismInstagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links:Arizona Casita Bill ADUs: https://tinyurl.com/3urzfwcj Halifax Up-zoning: https://tinyurl.com/yxtyby3t https://thewaroncars.org/ Toronto Police: https://www.instagram.com/p/C7Eebp3uDUC/ 

In this bonus episode Nic is joined by Lucy Maloney, a cycling advocate known for appearances on TV and radio where she lays down the facts on the benefits of safe cycling infrastructure. Lucy shares knowledge on building safe and inviting cycling infrastructure for all, how to be a better advocate and the importance of staying steadfast in the face of opposition.https://twitter.com/Lucyincanadahttps://lovethelane.ca/https://visionzerovancouver.ca/https://bikehub.caradiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanismInstagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor