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.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.…

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.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtu…

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.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=2…

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 e…

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, …

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://fr…

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.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@h…

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 fac…

In this episode the gang talks about cancelled "kidical mass" in Portugal, RCG zoning passing in Calgary and what are reverse lanes and why we should probably get rid of them. radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@hu…

This week Nic and Ethan are joined by a co-host of Bike Talk, Taylor Nichols. Induced demand in Vancouver, Firefighter Union opposing Healthy streets Los Angeles and E-bike rebates reduce car miles. https://biketalk.org/ Taylor on X: https://twitter.com/taylor_nichols7?lang=en radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Insta…

The crew are joined by Kristin Fehrman of Walking Detroit to discuss the recently vacated Renaissance center and the possibility of an urbanist revival. Topics include Amtrak's Borealis Line, Alberta's plan to make a train plan and deadly fixed objects "DFO". Walking Detroit: https://walkingdetroit.blog/ https://www.instagram.com/walkingdetroit/ Pa…

In this episode, Nic and Ethan are joined by Denis Agar from Movement, a nonprofit organization advocating for better transit in Metro Vancouver. They explore the importance of buses in a good transit system and the need for bus lanes and other measures to improve bus service. Find Movement Here: www.transitmovement.ca LinkedIn Twitter Instagram Em…

Ethan and Nic are joined by Rachel of Studio Leonardo to discuss whether or not we should have empathy for drivers, redefining convenience away from cars, and the importance of community that seems to be missing in new developments. Studio Leonardo: https://www.youtube.com/@studio.leonardo Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: pa…

In this episode Alex and Nic are joined by Uytae Lee of 'About Here' and 'Uytae Lee's Stories About Here'. They discuss NYC looking to drop the hammer on plate obscuring scofflaws, uncertain future for Banff pedestrian zone, E-scooters and e-bikes to be permitted on Vancouver's Stanley park seawall and E-bikes, baby. Send us a question: radiofreeur…

In this episode the gang is joined by Alexandra, one half of Untitled Planning and host of the podcast, Urban Limitrophe, to discuss transportation misinformation, Calgary BIA baloney, Toronto's new food hall and the tragic acceptance of deaths on our streets. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Alexandra: www.urbanlimitrophe.com www.yo…

In this episode the fantastic three are back to talk about Seattle's Line 2 expansion, Canadian Federal housing fund and Mr. Beast giving away 600 e-bikes. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@hu…

This bonus episode of Radio Free Urbanism features Christian Lenhart, the guy you came up with the Rio Grande Plan! If you haven't heard about this before... BUCKLE UP!! Alex Williams and Hailee Jeppsen helm the interview and learn a ton about the potential bright future of rail in Salt Lake City! The Rio Grande Plan: https://riograndeplansaltlakec…

Today we are joined by Sami of Untitled Planning to discuss the bridge collapse in Baltimore, e-bike rebates in San Francisco, SF housing bill drama, fancy sidewalks and what creative mixed-use developments. Untitled Planning: https://www.youtube.com/@UntitledPlanning Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrb…

Today we enjoy the company of a casual urbanist Hailee who brings news of the Rio Grande Plan in Salt Lake City, UT. We also discuss the discrepancy between plane and car accident coverage, pre-approved housing blueprints, trains in films and the fact that we all have responsibilities when it comes to our environment. Send us a question: radiofreeu…

Today we are joined by The Rural Urbanist! He shares his experiences with trains in Germany before we cover topics such as E-scooters in Vancouver, Non-Market Housing in Calgary, and taking public transit to the Oscars. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter):…

Jen Hall joins us today to discuss the Winter Cycling Congress in Edmonton, GOOD NEWS on SB52, and funding for rail in Alberta! Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://ww…

Today we talk about e-bikes being banned in Key Biscayne, major projects happening in Calgary, the GTA's new single fare plan, and Indiana SB 52 (the bill looking to kill bus lanes). Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: …

Alex returns in this episode to discuss No parking at a Taylor Swift concert, $2B for housing in B.C. , new Metra BEMUs and how to navigate transit or cycling routes. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.yout…

In this instalment we welcome of first guest on the show, Ben Durham, to discuss his bike life in Fake London. We also talk about car-free Gastown in Vancouver, Kansas City's new stadium controversy, speed governors in cars, and the fact that you CAN cycle in the winter. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Find Ben here > bendurham.ca h…

The first double digit episode brings talk of hammering the urbanist message home, Stephen Ave. pedestrian improvements, Paris tripling SUV parking fees and answering a bag of fan mail. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Ale…

In the last single digit episode Nic talk about his new bike, Ethan shares his visit to Phoenix's Northwest extension and Culdesac, while Alec sounds off on loud cars. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.you…

Gracing the airwaves today we talk about the synergy between good transit and micromobility, Valley Metro Northwest Extension, Culdesac in Tempe, California Daylighting laws, TOP along LRT in Calgary, Impact of strikes on transit reliability, and Nic goes off about unnecessary idling cars. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: pa…

In this brief show we talk about the Tri Rail extension to downtown Miami, Banff continuing its car-free main st. Vancouver metro regional rail and the woes of winter riding. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://…

In our second show of the new year we talk about delayed transit repairs, bounties for "Narc Urbanism", transit announcements, Glenmore redevelopment plans, the allure of pedestrianized spaces and the fact that we all need to grow up and buy a car. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: htt…

For our first show of 2024 we talk about the problems with micromobility device battery fires, Calgary Green line construction, Banff Rail connection, biking in Vegas, Milwaukee interstate tear-down and letting kids ride the bus. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X…

Today we discuss Boxing Day parking, the infamous Highway 401 constantly expanding, Calgary Christmas skate, East Midtown Manhattan Greenway and transit solutions in small towns. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: http…

In this episode we talk about Up-zoning in Calgary, 8 hour "In & Out" Drive thru line, the collapse of inter city buses, who pays for streets, bad Memphis bus stops and social isolation of tinted windows. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/…

We're back for another installation of Radio Free Urbanism! We discuss some exciting new transit projects like Phoenix's Valley Metro expansion and the transit oriented development plan in B.C. Also, we cover the tragic consequences of road rage, Motonormativity in movies and how multi-modal travel frames our view of cities. Send us a question: rad…

In this inaugural episode of Radio Free Urbanism, we tackle the meaning behind the name, $3 Billion to Brightline high-speed rail, "must get in front syndrome", and five things we can do as advocates of urbanism. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism $3B High-Speed Rail https://shorturl.at/axL36 No B…