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A conversation about cities, architecture, history, and why these affect us today. Hosted by Randy Plemel and a weekly cast of characters.
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- Sesame Street Refresh with David Gallo · 28 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 35How do you redesign one of the most beloved streets in television history—without losing its soul? Scenic designer David Gallo takes us behind the scenes of his work refreshing…
- Courtyard Block with Alicia Pederson · 36 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 34Imagine a city where kids play safely in lush courtyards, neighbors bond over shared spaces, and errands are just a step away. Courtyard urbanist Alicia Pederson shares how this…
- A 15 Minute Mirror · 40 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 33Imagine a world where your job, school, coffee shop, and parks are all within a 15-minute walk. Writer Addison Del Mastro joins us to discuss his passion for the 15-Minute City…
- How the whole thing works, with Andrew Lynch · 27 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 32Maps are more than tools—they’re stories. In this episode, Andrew Lynch takes us on a journey through the subway systems of New York and Washington, revealing the secrets of…
- Recipes for Wayfinding in the Washington Metro, with Garrett Corcoran · 23 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 31Garrett Corcoran shows us how design can be a bridge between the past and the future. Taking on the challenge of extending wayfinding to digital screens for the Washington Metro…
- Washington Metro: Great Society Subway · 37 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 30The Washington Metro is more than just a transit system; it’s a statement about government’s role in public life. We chat with Professor Zachary Schrag about the Washington…
- Every map is a visual poem – the subway map with Peter Lloyd · 30 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 29NYC's subway map isn't an accident, but a century of contentious argument about more than just wayfinding.
- A Field Guide to American Houses with Amy Talkington · 29 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 28Architectural history meets family road trips! Amy Talkington recalls her mother’s mission to protect historic neighborhoods and the creation of the iconic A Field Guide to…
- Missing Middle Housing with David White · 23 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 27Discover how cities can become more affordable, diverse, and walkable. In this episode, urban planner David White breaks down the impact of middle housing, zoning laws, and car…
- The city is for children to use · 22 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 26Are cities failing our kids? Listen to experts discuss how urban design impacts children's mobility and what makes a neighborhood truly child-friendly.
- Contentious Curbside EV Charging in Urban Neighborhoods · 35 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 25Can EV charging fit in crowded city streets? Nathan King of It’s Electric explains how they’re making it happen...with lot's of. tradeoffs.
- Constructed Authenticity at the Ohio Village · 41 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 24Imagine speeding along the interstate, catching a fleeting glimpse of a quaint village green where a baseball game is being played under the summer sun. Nestled in Columbus…
- City Hall Deliverista mobility hub: Man Man & Gustavo · 20 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 23We take a deep dive into the future of urban mobility, focusing on a groundbreaking initiative to support e-bike delivery workers and the public in New York City through a new…
- Introduction to the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity – A little bit more housing · 30 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 22Explore how New York City is tackling its dire housing shortage through a citywide incremental approach. We breakdown what's in the City of Yes proposal, and listen to some…
- From Placemaking to Placekeeping: Redefining Urban Spaces with Alexa Gonzalez · 25 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 21Alexa Gonzalez shifts urban design from placemaking to placekeeping, emphasizing community voices and long-term engagement to reshape public spaces in ways that truly reflect and…
- How did we get here? A Zoning Primer · 21 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 20Discover the hidden impact of zoning on your daily life: from the skyscrapers to the suburbs, learn how invisible lines shape our cities.
- Beyond Boundaries: imagining a new communal typology with Peter Yi · 23 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 19From good fences, to good spaces, architect Peter Yi presents a reimagining of suburban space allowing people to customize their living and recreation space to meet their…
- New York’s 5G Dilemma: Navigating the Future of Urban Connectivity and Public Spaces · 39 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 18From historic districts to high-speed data: Explore the 5G tower debate that's redefining New York City
- From Amazon to Advocacy: reclaiming space for the neighborhood with Memo Salazar of the Western Queens CLT · 35 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 17Memo Salazar from the Western Queens Community Land Trust discuss the CLT's mission, its role in combating gentrification, and the broader challenges of housing affordability in…
- 016 Farevalue: Successful Failure · 21 min · Temporada 1 Episódio 16Adam Greenfield discusses Project Farevalue which aimed to solve an everyday problem transit riders face: confirm stored value on your transit card. The team produced a working…







