Best Monument Labs Podcasts (2024)

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CCC2024: Chance The Rapper Interview featuring OMG Studios' Innovation Lab Youth 29:21

11h ago29:21

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Chance The Rapper’s Grandstand show is at the MN State Fair, Friday, August 23, 2024 at 7:00pm. Tickets are available at: mnstatefair.org. This interview took place on 8/20 at KMOJ Studios in North Minneapolis. KMOJ Personality/ Hall of Fame Broadcaster: Walter "Q-Bear" Banks In-studio: Monique Linder, CEO OMG Media Solutions OMG Studios' Innovatio…

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#43 - Léon Krier (part 2): The Story of Poundbury 1:23:30

3d ago1:23:30

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Léon Krier is a renowned Luxembourgian architect and urban planner, often hailed as the godfather of the New Urbanism and Traditional Urbanism movement. He has been a vocal critic of modernist architecture, advocating instead for a return to traditional, human-scale urban design. Krier's philosophy emphasizes walkable neighborhoods, a mix of housin…

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[AUDIO] Juneteenth Reckoning with Slavery: MN African American History 42:41

2M ago42:41

42:41

[AUDIO] Co-produced by OMG Studios and the Minnesota Humanities Center, this documentary challenges our understanding of slavery, its impact on Minnesota, and how we reconcile our past by taking viewers on a present-day journey to Ghana, to the quarters of Harriet and Dred Scott, and into conversations with current and future scholars. Featuring Ak…

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#42 - Steve Mouzon: True Sustainability & the Importance of Loveable Cities 1:12:22

5M ago1:12:22

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Steve Mouzon is an architect, urbanist and author known for his work in the New Urbanism movement. With several influential books and articles on the subject of sustainable and traditional architecture, including "The Original Green: Unlocking the Mystery of True Sustainability," today’s guest goes beyond the regular, technological solutions to fix…

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Beyond the Game: Justin Wong, Cofounder of Battlefy, on Bridging Gaming, Tech, and Esports Entrepreneurship 54:03

6M ago54:03

54:03

Dive 'Beyond the Game' with Justin Wong, Cofounder of Battlefy, in this enlightening episode of Launch AMA, where gaming meets innovation at the crossroads of technology and esports entrepreneurship. Justin's journey from a passionate gamer to pioneering the esports platform Battlefy encapsulates the essence of innovation, strategic foresight, and …

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#41 - Lew Oliver: New Urbanism, Humane Design, Facades as Masks & Architectural Truth Bombs 1:05:30

7M ago1:05:30

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Lew Oliver is an Atlanta-based designer, urbanist and master planner, celebrated for advancing New Urbanism and designing whole towns with a focus on the pedestrian experience. He masterfully blends local values, vernacular, and climate considerations into his work, ensuring communities are not only livable but also aesthetically enriching. His not…

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Music Monuments: Tribute to Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis 31:18

7M ago31:18

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Music Monuments are a powerful force in the KZMOVERSE and honor the artistic contributions musicians make in society. Live from Studio B at OMG STUDIOS Saint Paul, MN with R&B and Gospel great Jevetta Steele, vocalist Kathleen Johnson and the legendary Thomasina Petrus with KZMOHD Music Monuments host Monique Linder, paying tribute to Jimmy Jam and…

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#40 - Jonathan Weatherill: Teaching in Rome, Drawing, Moving towards Traditional Architecture Without the Myths 1:12:34

8M ago1:12:34

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Jonathan Weatherill is an architect based in Rome and professor at Notre Dame University. He graduated at the Architectural Association in London over 25 years ago and now runs his own practice. He has collaborated with the 2014 Driehaus laureate Pier Carlo Bontempi for a long time, leading to a shift in his practice from Modernism to Traditional a…

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#39 - Pierre Bidaud, Stonemasonry Company: Natural Stone, or the Most Underrated Construction Material 29:25

9M ago29:25

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Pierre Bidaud is a skilled stonemason and entrepreneur promoting the use of natural stone for load bearing structures. He is the co founder of the Structural Stone Company, part of the Stonemasonry Company which is based in London. With his company, he is proving that natural stone is still one of the most versatile, sustainable and beautiful mater…

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Venture Capital Tips from Humi Founder Kevin Kliman 1:00:33

8M ago1:00:33

1:00:33

Explore Kevin Kliman's journey from dentist to tech mogul in this 'Launch AMA' episode. Learn about Humi's impact on Canadian businesses, startup challenges, and venture capital insights. Key themes include entrepreneurship, business leadership, and strategic growth. Ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts. Learn more about Humi: http…

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#38 - Micah Springut, Monumental Labs: Disrupting How We Build - Robotics, AI & Automated Stone Carving 43:04

9M ago43:04

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Micah Springut is an entrepreneur based in New York City. After having set up multiple successful software startups, he is now on the path of disrupting the way we construct our buildings using AI and robotics. Potentially, his new company Monumental Labs could enable us to build more ornate, detailed buildings on a larger scale and for lower cost …

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#37 - Prof. Ettore Maria Mazzola, Notre Dame School of Architecture: Urban Regeneration, Traditional Urbanism & Education 1:08:09

10M ago1:08:09

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Ettore Mazzola is a professor at Notre Dame School of Architecture, based in Rome, where he teaches traditional urbanism, architecture and building techniques. Prof. Mazzola has extensive experience with multiple urban design projects and written countless publications, articles, essays and blog posts. His academic and professional career is center…

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#36 - Pablo Funes, Classic Planning Institute: A Professional Journey, Classical Architecture Education and the Classic Planning Academy 1:18:54

10M ago1:18:54

1:18:54

Join us as we delve into the rich world of classical architecture with our distinguished guest, Pablo Funes. A seasoned architect hailing from Spain, Pablo has laid his professional roots in London. With an impressive educational background that spans the University of Sevilla and the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, his journey in architecture h…

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Grounded in Canada, Grown Globally: Stories and Tips from Alex Benjamin, Partner at 4A Capital 1:03:49

10M ago1:03:49

1:03:49

Meet Alex Benjamin: An Entrepreneurial Powerhouse with Global Vision. Alex Benjamin is not just any entrepreneur; he's a testament to resilience, innovation, and the true spirit of global entrepreneurship. Through the twists and turns of the Start-Up Visa Program (SUV) in Canada, Alex not only built a successful business but did so with flair and d…

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#35 - Mark Wilson Jones, Apollodorus Architecture: A New Arena for Bath, Education & Learning from the Past 1:02:53

11M ago1:02:53

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Mark Wilson Jones is an an esteemed academic architectural historian. He is known for his significant contributions to the understanding of architectural history of antiquity, mostly through his seminal work on the Pantheon. He doesn’t limit himself to historical research, but is a practicing architect at his own firm, Apollodorus Architecture. Pre…

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#34 - Ann Sussman, the HAPI: The Brain, Biology, Beauty and our Built Environment 54:07

11M ago54:07

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In today's episode we are joined by Ann Sussman, architect and president of the Human Architecture and Planning Institute, or the Hapi. Her book Cognitive Architecture, which she authored together with Justin Hollander, dives into the cognitive effects that our built environment has on us humans. Cognitive Architecture is an important source for an…

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#33 - Patrick Webb: Craftsmanship & Beauty in the Shadow of Hobbes' Leviathan 1:17:56

12M ago1:17:56

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In today's episode we are joined by Patrick Webb, master plasterer, educator, a strong proponent of traditional architecture and a bit of a philosopher as well. Although Patrick's everyday work is that of a craftsman, this conversation dives deep into today's struggle to create beauty against the backdrop of a society that steadfastly chooses the m…

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#32 - Léon Krier: His Life & Education, Traditional Urbanism & The Threat of Bureaucracy 1:34:33

1y ago1:34:33

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Léon Krier is a renowned Luxembourgian architect and urban planner, often hailed as the godfather of the New Urbanism and Traditional Urbanism movement. He has been a vocal critic of modernist architecture, advocating instead for a return to traditional, human-scale urban design. Krier's philosophy emphasizes walkable neighborhoods, a mix of housin…

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#31 - Maria Sánchez & Pedro Godoy, Estudio Urbano: Designing a New City in Guatemala, Cayalá 1:08:38

1y ago1:08:38

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Maria Sánchez and Pedro Godoy are two architects from Guatemala in South America. The couple graduated at Notre Dame School for Architecture in South Bend, Indiana, after which they returned to Guatemala to set up their firm Estudio Urbano. In Guatemala, they have worked on one of the most special and successful masterplans in the world of traditio…

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#30 - Michael Diamant, Part II: The Expansion of the Architectural Uprising, Futuristic Ornament, The Needlessness of Ugliness 1:12:10

1y ago1:12:10

1:12:10

Michael Diamant is founder of New Traditional Architecture & Urbanism and is a very vocal critic of Modernist architecture and planning. He has fought a long battle against the ugliness that results from Modernism in Sweden, but he is also getting more recognition abroad, with guest talks in various podcasts, getting articles in various magazines a…

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Embrace the Stretchy Pants Philosophy: Lessons in Adaptability | Darrell Kopke, Executive Director at Creative Destruction Lab, former GM of Lululemon 58:47

1y ago58:47

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Welcome to the AMA podcast episode featuring Darrell Kopke, Executive Director at Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) Vancouver, Adjunct Professor at UBC Sauder, and former General Manager at Lululemon. Join us as Darrell shares invaluable insights on entrepreneurship, social impact companies, and the transformative power of CDL. Discover Darrell's insp…

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Stewarding Sound and Ancestral Memory with Nathan Young 42:43

1y ago42:43

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Paul Farber: You are listening to Monument Lab Future Memory where we discuss the future of monuments and the state of public memory in the US and across the globe. You can support the work of Monument Lab by visiting monumentlab.com, following us on social @Monument_Lab, or subscribing to this podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Li Sumpter: O…

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Juneteenth Brunch featuring Dr. Bernice A.King 1:48:25

1y ago1:48:25

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Juneteenth (June 19) is the federal and Minnesota-state holiday, which commemorates the emancipation of all enslaved African Americans in 1865. Juneteenth Brunch, It Starts With Me: Cultivating A Beloved Community Mindset, is a community brunch and conversation featuring Dr. Bernice A. King, daughter of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta …

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MING MEDIA is the Message with Jon Kaufman and El Sawyer 50:15

1y ago50:15

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Li: Welcome Jon Kaufman and El Sawyer to Future Memory. Jon: Thank you for having us. El: Thank you, cool name. Li: So what's your origin story? How did Jon and El become Ming Media? Jon: It's an interesting story and there's not really one particular magical spark, but it definitely was an organic process from my perspective, right? El his own jou…

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Teaching Truth with Jesse Hagopian 48:56

1y ago48:56

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Li Sumpter: So welcome back to another episode of Future Memory. My guest today is Jesse Hagopian. He is a Seattle-based educator and the author of the upcoming Teach Truth: The Attack on Critical Race Theory and the Struggle for Antiracist Education. Hagopian is an organizer with the Zinn Education Project and co-editor of the books Black Lives …

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BHM 2023: It’s Starts With Me Read Aloud 9:23

1+ y ago9:23

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It Starts with ME! Read Aloud by Thomasina Petrus Pledge to BE LOVE written by By Dr. Bernice A. King and Dr. Kimberly P. Johnson, Illustrated by Zoe Ranucci What did you think about the book? I loved it and my parents taught me all about this when I was little. Dr Bernice King’s parents taught her. Guess who her parents were? Coretta Scott King an…

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On A Mission by Ujamaa Music Group 14:31

1+ y ago14:31

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No stranger to adversity, the pandemic inspired the men in Ujamaa’s Music Therapy program to start their very own music group, Ujamaa Music Group (UMG). Finding music to be a cathartic way to tell their stories, UMG went to work on their first single, “On A Mission”, which debuted on January 25, 2021. Learn more at: https://ujamaaplace.org/ujamaa-m…

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#29 - Alejandro García Hermida: Traditional Building Methods & Techniques, The Short Lifespan of Reinforced Concrete, Construction Myths & More 1:11:34

1+ y ago1:11:34

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We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Alejandro García Hermida to the podcast today. He is an architect with a PhD and a Master's degree in Conservation and Restoration of Architectural Heritage, as well as an Associate Professor at the Department of Architectural Composition at the School of Architecture of the UPM in Madrid. His professional expertise l…

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Plot of Land - Ep. 10: We Have to be Creative as Hell 1:10:21

1+ y ago1:10:21

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Concluding the Plot of Land series, we look at the work being done across the United States to repair our relationship with the land, from the Tongva conservancy in Los Angeles to the Sea Islands of South Carolina. What will it take to imagine a radically different future? With the stakes rising along with the temperature, what is the scale of chan…

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#28 - Prof. Nikos Salingaros: Buildings for People Instead of Machines, Biophilic Principles, Modernist Power Play & More 1:15:33

1+ y ago1:15:33

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We're thrilled to have none other than Professor Nikos Salingaros as our guest on this episode. He is a distinguished Greek-American mathematician and urban theorist who has made substantial contributions to the realms of architecture and urban design. He has authored numerous influential books and articles, promoting traditional and human-scale ar…

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Plot of Land - Ep. 9: Rotten Eggs & Gasoline 1:09:33

1+ y ago1:09:33

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We return to Louisiana and the Joneses, where in recent decades family members have moved away for work and to escape the increasingly toxic air and water leaking from the neighboring chemical plants of Cancer Alley. As stronger hurricanes and vanishing wetlands reconfigure Louisiana’s topography, new industries continue old patterns of environment…

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Plot of Land - Ep. 8: 66 Acres Down by the River 1:07:57

1+ y ago1:07:57

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We learn the incredible story of Sedonia Dennis, a woman once enslaved in Louisiana, who came to own a piece of the plantation that had once claimed ownership of her family. And we explore how, over time, the plantation economy gave way to the petrochemical industry. Join us as we spend time with Sedonia Dennis’s descendant, Jazzy Miller who is doc…

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Plot of Land - Ep. 7: The Sad Part Is That It Was Successful 1:21:24

1+ y ago1:21:24

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We’re looking at what happened after subsidized affordable housing programs expired in the 2000s on New York’s Roosevelt Island. Some residents managed to buy in, build equity and stability. Others experienced precarious tenancy or displacement while an ongoing influx of wealthier residents is changing the face of the island. We ask the question, c…

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Plot of Land - Ep. 6: Tucked Between Those Two Boroughs 1:05:59

1+ y ago1:05:59

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New York’s Roosevelt Island was imagined as an idyllic, multi-racial, multi-income community, developed as part of the social housing movement in the 60s and 70s. But by the 1980s, socially-minded investments in housing were overtaken by neoliberal policy. We talk to current-day and displaced residents to see how this change affected them, while lo…

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How to Build a Great Co-Founder Relationship | Tanis Jorge 51:38

1+ y ago51:38

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Tanis Jorge is a serial tech entrepreneur and a leading advisor on entrepreneurship and building successful co-founder partnerships. Her successes culminated with her most recent venture, Trulioo, which she co-founded in 2011. Trulioo is one of Vancouver's most successful startups to date! Today, Tanis is one of the go-to voices and experts on the …

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#27 - Peter Drijver, Scala Architecten: the Birth of & Battle for New Traditional Architecture in the Netherlands & Modernist Power Games 1:07:09

1+ y ago1:07:09

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We are delighted to host Peter Drijver as our guest today. He is a skilled architect from the Netherlands with a fascinating background. While studying architecture in Delft, the Netherlands, he participated in a group that created a 'counter-project,' providing additional and more affordable student rooms on the same land. He completed his studies…

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Plot of Land - Ep. 5: We’re Out Here at our Homeland 1:20:26

1+ y ago1:20:26

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Reporters: Jameela Hammond @JameelaHammond, Katherine Nagasawa @Kat_Nagasawa, Anya Groner @anyagroner Interviewees: Residents Nate Bradford, Sr. Nate Bradford, Jr.; Instagram: @gline_ranch Theola Cudjoe Jones Fannie Washington Patricia Harris Amanda Bradford Henrietta Hicks Damien McCormick Dr. Willard Tillman Kendra Field Ph.D.; Twitter: @TuftsRCD…

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Plot of Land - Ep. 4: This Arc of Very Fertile Land 53:59

1+ y ago53:59

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Reporters: Jameela Hammond @JameelaHammond, Katherine Nagasawa @Kat_Nagasawa, Anya Groner @anyagroner Interviewees: Residents Nate Bradford, Sr. Nate Bradford, Jr. ; Instagram: @gline_ranch Theola Cudjoe Jones Fannie Washington Lucy Ellis Patricia Harris Henrietta Hicks Dr. Francis Marzett Shelton, Ed.D. (Mayor) Damien McCormick Claudio Saunt, Ph.D…

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Plot of Land - Ep. 3: Just Oil Wells on These City Streets 44:16

1+ y ago44:16

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What happens when the place we call home, the communities we form around it, and our sense of safety, is at the mercy of forces far outside of our control? We visit Long Beach, in Los Angeles, where oil and gas pipelines have jeopardized people’s homes and security. Reporters: Jameela Hammond @JameelaHammond, Mark Nieto @COMBATmusic Interviewees: L…

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Plot of Land - Ep. 2: They’re Trying to Lure Homeowners to Sell 40:22

1+ y ago40:22

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Have you ever seen billboards on the highway offering cash for houses? Has a stranger called you offering money for your home sight unseen? In Plot of Land’s second episode, we wade into the world of housing speculation, considering how private equity markets and real estate investment trusts have transformed the places we literally call home. How …

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Plot of Land - Ep. 1: Location, Location, Location 46:02

1+ y ago46:02

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Plot of Land dives into the history of land ownership through the emerging future: real estate in the Metaverse. In creating virtual land, we could make literally anything true, from universal public space to zero gravity, so why have people chosen to replicate real-world patterns of land use when we know they are highly inequitable, exploitative, …

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Plot of Land - Trailer 2:08

1+ y ago2:08

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Plot of Land is a podcast mini-series by Monument Lab that explores how land ownership and housing in the United States have been shaped by power, public memory, and privatization. Over the last year, we have assembled a team of storytellers and reporters to explore the invisible forces that shape both the land and story of this country. The podcas…

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Story of Reza Sanaie and His Company's $106 Million Exit 50:18

1+ y ago50:18

50:18

Today our guest is Reza Sanaie, who was the co-founder and CTO at Beanworks, an accounts payable (AP) automation company. His contribution led to Beanworks’ CAD 106 million acquisition by global giant, Quadient, in 2021. The acquisition marks one of the largest tech exits for a Vancouver-based start-up. In this episode, Reza, currently Interim CTO …

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#26 - Eric Norin: The Architecture Uprising, how to drive change towards beauty through democratic processes, social media and education 1:49:56

1+ y ago1:49:56

1:49:56

We're excited to have Eric Norin as our guest on this episode. Eric is a classical architect from Sweden who studied at the School of Architecture in Stockholm, but fully discovered his passion for classical architecture at the Engelsberg summer school. Eric has been actively involved in the Swedish Architecture Uprising for several years, watching…

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Future Memory Takes Flight with Tatyana Fazlalizadeh 37:48

1+ y ago37:48

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This episode, co-host Li Sumpter, caught up with multidisciplinary artist, Tatyana Fazlalizadeh at the onset of her mural project, Flight. Tatyana sees flying as a metaphor for liberation, escape, and transformation. She informs and illuminates this vision through the experiences, hopes, and dreams of everyday people who dare to look up. Li and Tat…

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How to Grow Your Brand Over Social Media | Ali Adab, SoleSavy 58:21

1+ y ago58:21

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In this episode, you will meet Ali Adab, Chief Content Officer at SoleSavy, an end-to-end sneaker platform where he oversees Marketing & Content, drives Web3 and NFT strategy and leads strategic business development initiatives. Ali has built, led and grown ventures at the intersection of entertainment and technology for nearly two decades, helping…

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Reading the Rocky Statue with Paul Farber 40:15

1+ y ago40:15

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In this episode, co-host Li Sumpter turns the mic to Future Memory co-host and Monument Lab Director, Paul Farber, to go behind-the-scenes on the production of his new podcast project The Statue from WHYY digital studios and the NPR podcast network. The series investigates one of Philly’s most monumental destinations visited by millions from around…

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#25 - Katherine O'Neil, Builtfully 43:15

1+ y ago43:15

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Katherine O'Neil is a placemaking consultant, writer, photographer, and community event planner, specializing in urban design and city planning. Over the last ten years, she has worked for various non-profits and start-ups, such as Habitat for Humanity and the Urban Land Institute. Her goal has been to inspire more sustainable, affordable, accessib…

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#24 - Prof. Brandon Ro: Classical Architecture, Traditional Architecture Education, Neuroscience & the Transcendental Quality of Architecture 1:18:25

1+ y ago1:18:25

1:18:25

Brandon Ro is a professor at Utah Valley University and an experienced Classical architect from the USA. He has over 16 years of experience in both new construction and renovation, and has worked for private sector developers, state universities, governmental agencies, religious institutions and more. At Utah Valley University he has developed a cu…

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#23 - Erik Bootsma: Traditional & classical architecture, craftsmanship, improving the city 1:13:58

1+ y ago1:13:58

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Erik Bootsma is a Catholic architect and author, specialised in classical and sacred architecture. He is instructor of sacred architecture at the Catholic Distance University and has given many lectures at various colleges. Over the years, he has built up extensive knowledge about ecclesiastical and other sacred architecture. He is also involved in…

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