Radio Free Urbanism (Alex Williams | Ethan Meyers | Nic Laporte)

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	Pub. Date	Title	Duration
	27 Feb 2025	Ep.65 Planning is LIFE! (feat. Sullyville)	01:09:16
Today on the show Ethan and Nic are joined by Sully Isreal of Sullyville. They talk about fighting for car free streets, e-bike ordinace troubles in Santa Barbara and how to change minds of the uninitiated. Sullyville: https://www.youtube.com/@Sullyville 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Vancouver Backroom Meetings: https://vancouversun.com/news/vancouver-abc-not-stop-meeting-private-integrity-officers-findings \ Congestion Pricing is DEAD: https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/trump-administration-calls-for-nyc-congestion-pricing-tolls-to-stop-by-march-21/ar-AA1zPG3k?ocid=BingNewsSerp Santa Barbara "e-bike" ordinance: https://www.independent.com/2025/02/25/city-of-santa-barbara-cracks-down-on-e-bikes/
	25 Jul 2024	Ep.34 Bus Lane Me to the Arena	01:08:15
Today on the show the guys talk about Bus lanes in Vancouver, Arenas in Calgary and Chicago, and a race car driver biking to a race due to congestion. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Racer bikes to Indy Toronto: https://toronto.citynews.ca/2024/07/18/indycar-driver-stuck-traffic-rent-bike-toronto-congestion/ Chicago Arena: https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/bulls-blackhawks-owners-unveil-7b-plan-to-transform-area-around-united-center/ Chicago Lakeshore: A new north DuSable Lake Shore Drive? Long running idea takes step forward with a concept that leaves out bus lanes, includes more park space (yahoo.com)
	13 Feb 2025	Ep.63 The Hidden Force of Parking	00:56:20
Today on the show the guys remember legend in parking reform Donald Shoup, level crossing dangers, SEPTA cuts for Eagles celebration and Donald trump looking to eliminate NYC bike 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: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Donald Shoup: https://parkingreform.org/donald-shoup/ Level Crossing Crash: https://www.threads.net/@kslnews/post/DF-tdshuYMB?xmt=AQGz51Qc1mhwpw8vzZy7y2aBWiebOzFsoJZ_xx2AuXv9kXQ SPETA Super Bowl: https://wwww.septa.org/news/super-bowl-parade/ Trump to remove bike lanes: https://cyclingmagazine.ca/sections/news/president-trump-vows-to-remove-bike-lanes-in-nyc/
	20 Feb 2025	Ep.64 The End of Congestion Pricing? (feat. City Dweller)	01:13:37
Today on the show the guys are joined by Jared of the City Dweller podcast to talk about the recent announcement by the president to kill congestion pricing, the possibility of high speed rail in Ontario and Urbanism in small towns. City Dweller Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/city-dweller/id1573381444 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Car Free Water St: https://strongtownsvan.org/blog/20250215-keep-water-street-car-free-all-summer/ President to cancel congestion pricing: https://gothamist.com/news/trump-moves-to-stop-congestion-pricing-tolls-in-new-york-city Small Town Urbanism: https://www.strongtowns.org/journal/2020/2/17/walkable-check-urban-check-rural-also-check Canada Trains: https://altotrain.ca/en/ Books Mentioned: City Limits, Carmageddon, Walkable Cities, How Big things Get done, The Geography of Nowhere
	06 Mar 2025	Ep.66 Beating Winter on a Bike (feat. Shifter)	01:15:54
Today on the show the guys are joined by Tom Babin of Shifter to talk about tactical urbanism, state wide California bike lane bill, Translinks funding gap and how to cycle in the winter. Shifter: https://www.youtube.com/@Shifter_Cycling Frostbike Book: https://rmbooks.com/products/frostbike 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: California quick build bike lanes: https://cal.streetsblog.org/2025/03/04/zbur-introduces-legislation-allowing-quick-build-on-state-highways No Money for Translink: https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/translink-operating-funding-fiscal-cliff-bc-budget-2025#google_vignette
	01 Feb 2024	Ep.9 New Bike Day & Culdesac Car-Free Neighborhoods	01:01:03
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.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links from our conversation: Bus Drivers Feel The Wind: http://tinyurl.com/y8jdrmjh Indiana Bus Ban Bill: https://legiscan.com/IN/bill/SB0053/2024 Bus Bill Petition: https://indianasenatedemocrats.org/s46/?#signon
	24 Nov 2024	BONUS: Exploring the Netherlands (feat. Roy Symons)	00:55:22
In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism, host Nic is joined by Roy Symons, a professional engineer specializing in bicycle infrastructure and sustainable transportation. They discuss Roy's journey from traffic modeling to urban planning, the influence of literature on his career, and the role of social media in shaping urbanism. Roy shares insights from his travels in the Netherlands, where he documented his experiences in his book, FietsPad, highlighting the importance of cycling infrastructure and the lessons learned from different cities. In this engaging conversation, Nic and Roy Symons explore the cycling culture and infrastructure in the Netherlands, comparing it to other cities and discussing personal experiences with biking. They delve into the importance of proper cycling infrastructure, the benefits of biking, and the challenges faced in North America. Roy Symons: https://www.rollinginthecity.ca/ Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor
	21 Dec 2023	Ep.3 The Collapse of Intercity Buses	01:12:57
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/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte https://www.youtube.com/@TheBikeLaneProject
	29 Aug 2024	Ep.39 The Keys to Active Mobility (ft. Active Towns)	01:31:12
Today on the show the guys are joined by John Simmerman of Active Towns to talk about the key ingredients to active mobility. Other topics include the Idaho stop, Trimet expansions and free parking at hospitals. Active Towns: https://www.youtube.com/@ActiveTowns 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Idaho Stop: https://today.oregonstate.edu/news/bicycle-rolling-stop-laws-don%E2%80%99t-lead-unsafe-behavior-riders-or-motorists-research-shows Winnipeg Demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQRDSVn-Akw Hospital parking: https://tinyurl.com/ymbv4v5d
	03 Oct 2024	Ep.44 Google Maps Gets TRAINS! (ft. Urban Avenues)	01:08:35
Today on the show Alex and Nic are joined by Jamie of Urban Avenues to discuss Google showing train prices, noise cameras in BC and regional rail in Arizona. Urban Avenues: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChrBancxS_RqkTT4WRQ4x6Q https://urbanavenues.city/ 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Google Suggests Train: https://www.theverge.com/2024/9/27/24255817/google-search-flights-amtrak-train-suggestions-tickets B.C. Noise Cameras: https://vancouversun.com/news/noise-cameras-bc-cities
	14 Dec 2023	Ep.2 More Rails Good	01:23:37
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: 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte
	02 Jan 2025	Ep.57 Beg Button Banter	01:01:29
On this show the guys talk about the impending implementation of congestion pricing in NYC, OC transpo extensions, Beg button controversy and the tragic plane crash in south Korea and how it relates to traffic deaths. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Source: Snob Protectionism in Vancouver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-7UrpXq-Ek&t=1s OC Transpo: https://www.octranspo.com/en/o-train-extension/ride/lines-2-4-transition/
	08 Aug 2024	Ep.36 Just a minute!	01:06:25
In this episode the guys talk about the Rio Grande Plan, Torontonians saying no to bike lane obstructions and LA's Sepulveda heavy rail line. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Rio Grande Plan: https://tinyurl.com/3rc4m5rx Sepulveda Line: https://www.railway-technology.com/news/los-angeles-metro-siemens-stadler-proposal/
	27 Dec 2024	Ep.56 The Power of Determination	00:59:44
Today on the show Alex and Nic talk Micromobility at CES, the power of determination and the internet isn't a real place. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor
	01 Dec 2024	BONUS: Keeping Up With Seattle Bike Blog (feat. Tom Fucoloro)	00:57:54
In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism, Nic Laporte speaks with Tom Fucoloro, founder of Seattle Bike Blog. Tom shares his personal journey from car dependency to biking advocacy, debunks common myths about cycling in Seattle, and discusses the importance of integrating biking into family life. He delves into the complexities surrounding the 'missing link' in the Burke-Gilman Trail, detailing the legal battles and community responses that have shaped the current landscape. Seattle Bike Blog: https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/ Biking Uphill in the Rain: https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/shop/biking-uphill-in-the-rain-the-story-of-seattle-from-behind-the-handlebars-signed/ Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor
	06 Jun 2024	Ep.27 Pedestrian Streets Please (w/ Jen Hall)	01:13:11
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.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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Jen: https://www.youtube.com/@HallsEmporium Links: BC Safe Passing: https://tinyurl.com/2rv7fsm6 Lilac Festival: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/lilac-festival-calgary-4th-street-1.7221518 Selling 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
	21 Mar 2024	Ep.16 Planes, Trains, and Automobile..."Accidents" (w/Hailee)	01:14:10
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: 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Rio Grande Plan: https://riograndeplansaltlakecity.org/ Pre-approved housing blueprints: https://globalnews.ca/news/10163033/war-time-housing-program/
	11 Jan 2024	Ep.6 Narc Urbanism & Delayed Transit Repairs	01:13:39
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: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links from our conversation: 529 Garage: https://project529.com/garage CTA Repair Delay: https://www.transitchicago.com/yellow-line-service-to-resume/ Glenmore Redevelopment: https://www.calgary.ca/planning/projects/glenmore-landing.html New Yorkers Move Parked Car: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1IWYh2PdiV/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
	07 Nov 2024	Ep.49 Progress in the Face of Adversity	00:38:13
Today on the show the guys talk about how we can still make our cities better in spite of the recent US federal election and Ethan makes a return to talk trains! 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Quebec Ontario HSR: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/toronto-montreal-high-speed-rail-1.7367300
	19 Sep 2024	Ep.42 Would you Live in a Costco?	01:09:05
Today on the show the guys talk about the green line failure in Calgary, Costco living, excessive speeding and better community engagement. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Green Line: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/green-line-wind-down-calgary-cost-1.7325028 Costco Living: https://tinyurl.com/3tf2vk93 Excessive Speeding: https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/local-news/driver-caught-triple-speed-limit-vancouver-school-zone-vpd-9478919
	23 May 2024	Ep.25 Scared on a Bike!	01:03:25
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/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: 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/
	13 Jun 2024	Ep.28 Saddle Bags Make You Sexy	01:11:05
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=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: 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
	16 May 2024	Ep.24 Kidical Mass is CANCELLED!	01:15:18
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/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Porto Kidical Mass: https://tinyurl.com/5ape565w RCG Calgary: https://tinyurl.com/mvm8sdhr Reverse Lanes: https://tinyurl.com/ms92xju8
	20 Jun 2024	Ep.29 Standing a Drive Thru	00:53:23
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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: https://www.reddit.com/r/vancouver/s/ZTi89TfWTF https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-17/gordon-ramsay-injured-after-bike-crash-in-united-states/103985592 https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/terrifying-video-shows-brazen-driver-ramming-into-cyclists-near-texas-airport/ar-BB1owAfk?ocid=BingNewsSerp https://www.reddit.com/r/vancouvercycling/s/DsV0OMDejJ https://aiautah.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1863166
	07 Mar 2024	Ep.14 Winter Cycling Congress, Horse Poollution, and a Whole Lot of Good News! (w/ Jen Hall)	01:16:57
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://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Jen: https://www.youtube.com/@HallsEmporium Links: Safe Streets in LA: https://ktla.com/video/safe-streets-measure-hla-approved-by-los-angeles-voters/9493031/ Alberta's Budget: https://www.alberta.ca/budget Rail for Alberta: https://railalberta.substack.com/p/budget-2024-a-small-step-for-rail?utm_source=profile&utm_medium=reader2 CNIB's 27-storey Building: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/cnib-housing-development-bridgeland-1.7126544 SB52 is Dead: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/blue-line-bill-to-not-move-forward-after-compromise-reached-with-indygo-city-of-indianapolis/ar-BB1j7FCW
	11 Apr 2024	Ep.19 Light rail =/= High Speed Rail (w/Untitled Planning)	01:15:10
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.youtube.com/@UntitledPlanning 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links: JBs High Speed Rail: https://tinyurl.com/4smtdhat Calgary BIA hubbub: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBIW5_UEoAc Toronto's New Food Hall: https://tinyurl.com/5c6a9zeu Driver Acquitted in Vancouver: https://tinyurl.com/2s36svsw
	21 Nov 2024	Ep.51 More Than a Bike Lane Ban... (feat. Ben Durham)	01:06:14
Today on the show Ethan and Nic are joined again by Ben Durham to talk Doug Fords Bill 212, MKBHD speeding in a school zone and congestion pricing coming to NYC! Ben Durham: https://www.youtube.com/@BenDurham 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Ben's Bill 212 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-1vT0TmQjs& MKBHD: https://x.com/zekrotja/status/1856413518024868227 NYC congestion pricing: https://www.thecity.nyc/2024/11/13/hochul-to-resurrect-congestion-pricing/
	04 Jan 2024	Ep.5 E-Bike Battery Fires Are a Problem	01:05:36
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(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links from our conversation: Battery Fire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdBnWBtTxkA Green Line LRT: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-5-calgary-eyeopener/clip/16032554-outlook-green-line-lrt Banff-Calgary Rail: https://calgaryherald.com/news/politics/alberta-tourism-minister-not-sold-calgary-banff-rail-link I-794: https://x.com/shawnrolland/status/1742587275576221821?s=20 City Nerd's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFbL9YVonnw&t=851s
	26 May 2024	BONUS: Biking Tokyo (w/ Cycling Embassy of Japan)	01:02:34
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.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: youtube.com/@nicthedoor
	28 Dec 2023	Ep.4 Boxing Day Parking	01:15:39
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: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte
	05 Dec 2024	Ep.53 Bad Headlines (feat. The Greater Discussions)	01:19:22
Today on the show Alex and Nic are joined by Arden (The Greater Discussions) To talk about bad headlines, opposition to transit oriented development and European trams. https://www.youtube.com/@TheGreaterDiscussions 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Vancouver City Hall protest: https://bc.ctvnews.ca/hundreds-rally-at-vancouver-city-hall-calling-for-pause-to-broadway-plan-1.7121349 Bad new headlines: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp8107z61pno
	07 Dec 2023	Ep.1 Tuning Into New Urbanism	01:11:42
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 Bed F150 https://rb.gy/u107sz Bike Talk - Wheels up https://on.soundcloud.com/8V8um Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte
	12 Sep 2024	Ep.41 Transforming Cycling in Winnipeg (ft. Patty Wiens)	01:11:50
Today on the show Nic an Ethan are joined by Patty Wiens, the Bicycle Mayor of Winnipeg. Topics include safe vehicle design, cycling as a minority and what it means to be a cycling advocate. www.pattybikes.com Patty Wiens YT: https://www.youtube.com/@pattyrollingfree Malicious Compliance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQRDSVn-Akw&t=653s 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Rio Grande Plan Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w135-Qd3bT8 NHTSA Vehicle Design Safety: https://www.npr.org/2024/09/09/nx-s1-5106517/nhtsa-vehicle-design-pedestrian-protection Transit App Update: https://blog.transitapp.com/go-bike/
	27 Jun 2024	Ep.30 Climate Change is Serious and Cars are TOO BIG!	01:03:06
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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: 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.com https://www.threads.net/@alexwilliamsyyc/post/C8kCfkIJ7b-
	01 Aug 2024	Ep.35 Multi-transport Solutions	01:08:53
Today on this sassy episode of Radio Free Urbanism the guys talk about a battery fire shutting down the I-15, Calgary Green Line updates, and traffic calming removed in Portland because drivers kept running into them. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: I-15 Battery Fire: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-07-27/hazmat-situation-closes-northbound-i-15-closed-between-los-angeles-and-las-vegas Calgary Green Line update: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/green-line-lrt-board-recommendations-1.7280360 Concrete Planters removed: https://bikeportland.org/2024/07/30/concrete-planters-for-calming-traffic-removed-after-frequent-collisions-388923#comments
	09 May 2024	Ep.23 E-bike Rebates Work (w/ Bike Talk)	01:13:00
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 Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: HLA Emergency Response: https://yesonhla.com/facts/emergency_response Portland Metro: https://tinyurl.com/4na8d3cc E-bikes reduce car miles: https://tinyurl.com/5b8znkd5
	19 Dec 2024	Ep.55 Should We Register E-Bikes? (feat. Miser)	01:15:32
Today on the show the guys are joined by Miser, a Micromobility advocate in New York City, to talk about the recent bill aimed at ebikes and other electric micromobility devices. We also talk Calgary Green Line woes, Vancouver City Councillor tuning in from a car and sharing our favourite urbanist books. Miser: https://www.youtube.com/@miser-micromobilitynyc3628 https://www.reddit.com/r/MicromobilityNYC/ 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: NYC Ebike registration: https://www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2024/12/12/nyc-proposing-licensing-and-registration-e-bikes-e-scooters-0 Green Line Calgary: https://globalnews.ca/news/10922905/city-of-calgary-provincial-green-line-alignment-cost/ Vancouver City Councillor: https://www.reddit.com/r/vancouver/s/wlbrqklKIM HUB Cycling: https://bikehub.ca/ Bike Portland: https://bikeportland.org/ More Neighbors Calgary: https://www.moreneighbourscalgary.ca/ Fietspad Book: https://www.blurb.ca/b/11530689-fietspad-hardcover Street Fight: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/318945/streetfight-by-janette-sadik-khan-and-seth-solomonow/9780143128977 Invisible Women: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41104077-invisible-women Geography of Nowhere: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/125313.The_Geography_of_Nowhere
	28 Mar 2024	Ep.17 When The Bridge Fell (w/Untitled Planning)	01:21:16
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/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Untitled Planning: https://www.youtube.com/@UntitledPlanning Links: SF E-Bike Rebate: https://tinyurl.com/3acyvsx8 Baltimore Bridge Collapse: https://tinyurl.com/bddc4jxj SF Housing Veto: https://tinyurl.com/5bywp765 Fancy Sidewalks: https://tinyurl.com/yye5682r
	16 Jan 2025	Ep.59 Exploring Windsor and Detroit's Urban Potential (feat. Nicolas Lamoureux)	01:06:31
Today on the show the guys are joined by Nicolas Lamoureux, Windsor and Detroit based architect and urbanist. Topics covered range from Doug Ford's plan to buy back toll road 407, to food Detroit's food deserts. Nicolas Lamoureux: https://www.instagram.com/atelierlamoureux/ https://www.instagram.com/nicolas__lamoureux/ https://ca.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-lamoureux-655a481aa Organizations: https://bikewindsoressex.com/ https://www.windsorjaneswalk.ca/ https://activatetransitwindsoressex.ca/ https://strongdetroit.org/ https://www.bettercitiesfilmfestival.com/ https://cyclingwithoutage.org/ Architecture Firms Mentioned: https://www.stevenholl.com/ https://opticosdesign.com/ https://www.lacatonvassal.com/ 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Green Line: https://livewirecalgary.com/2025/01/14/green-line-discussions-progressing-mayor-gondek-says/ 407 buy back: https://kitchener.citynews.ca/2025/01/10/ford-doubles-down-on-plans-to-buy-back-hwy-407-and-build-a-tunnel-under-the-401/amp/ NYC Congestion pricing update: https://new.mta.info/article/fewer-cars-faster-trips-congestion-relief-zone-tolling-data
	15 Aug 2024	Ep.37 Electric Trains are Just Better...	01:10:20
In this episode the guys talk about Caltrains electrification and the benefit of electric over diesel. Nic brings up the topic of lasting infrastructure from Olympic games and Alex brings Banffs pedestrian street failure to the table. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Cal Trains: California Unveils New Fully Electric Trains (msn.com) L.A. Olympic Transportation: https://apnews.com/article/2028-los-angeles-olympics-nocar-traffic-homeless-3adafcada2c5964e5dc2da2077a2520d Banff Ped Street: https://globalnews.ca/news/10695985/banff-pedestrian-zone-dismantled/
	14 Nov 2024	Ep.50 This isn't Amsterdam!?!	01:05:26
Today on the show the guys celebrate the 50th episode by discussing rejected podcast titles. As for topics they cover the antics of a New York council member, E-bikes in the suburbs and SEPTAs fair increases and service cuts. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: SEPTA: https://wwww.septa.org/news/septa-announces-major-fare-increase-proposal-for-jan-1/ NYC Council Member: https://www.reddit.com/r/MicromobilityNYC/comments/1g9rx6i/where_are_you_from_nyc_council_member_vickie/
	29 Jan 2025	Ep.61 WTF is a Pigouvian Tax!? (feat. Kezl)	01:09:08
Today on the show the guys are joined by Jason aka Kezl to discuss congestion pricing in Vancouver, Cleveland's Transit wins and Calgary Green line woes. Jason Z: https://www.youtube.com/@spd_bird 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Lucy Maloney: https://www.onecityvancouver.ca/lucy_maloney https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnJ5jzn95Ow&t=2s Calgary Green Line: https://livewirecalgary.com/2025/01/28/calgary-approves-and-carries-all-the-risk-on-new-green-line-alignment/ Alberta Rail Survey: https://edmontonjournal.com/news/politics/albertans-want-rail-network-built-as-soon-as-possible-government-survey-results Vancouver Congestion Pricing: https://www.reddit.com/r/vancouver/comments/1icxik2/new_york_city_just_introduced_congestion_pricing/
	02 May 2024	Ep.22 GM's HQ Turned Urbanist Paradise? (w/ Walking Detroit)	01:21:49
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/ 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Amtrak Borealis: Borealis Train \| Amtrak Alberta Rail: https://globalnews.ca/news/10458312/alberta-passenger-rail-master-plan/
	22 Feb 2024	Ep.12 Train Bad & Parking-Free Taylor Swift Concert	01:15:09
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.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links from our conversation: Taylor Swift in Melbourne: http://tinyurl.com/427ezkhe B.C. Builds gets $2B: http://tinyurl.com/23ascczh New Metra Stock: http://tinyurl.com/2yus72va
	23 Jan 2025	Ep.60 Urbanism Where You'd Least Expect It (feat. Eryngo Urbanism)	01:04:10
Today on the show Alex and Nic are joined by Kyler Smith of ERYNGO URBANISM to discuss tactical urbanism in Oklahoma City and progress in the face of the latest Trump administration. Eryngo Urbanism: https://www.youtube.com/@eryngo.urbanism 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links:
	10 Oct 2024	Ep.45 Should We Shame Drivers?	00:59:21
Today on the show they guys discuss shaming drivers, Calgary turning apartment buildings into homes and Transit and Resiliency to storms. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Calgary Conversion Program: https://livewirecalgary.com/2024/09/19/federal-cash-allows-the-restart-of-calgarys-downtown-office-conversion-program/
	17 Oct 2024	Ep.46 Speed Was Not a Factor...	01:01:52
Today on the show the guys discuss the implications of changing local speeds limits, Tesla reinventing the bus and California's youth E-bike ban. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: E-bike Ban: https://obrag.org/2024/10/gov-newsom-signed-bill-allowing-cities-within-san-diego-county-to-ban-ebike-use-by-riders-under-12/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email Calgary 40km streets: https://calgaryherald.com/news/more-calgary-roads-40-km-h-speed-limit-residents-requests Tesla Robovan: https://www.motortrend.com/news/tesla-robovan-first-look-review/
	25 Jan 2024	Ep.8 Bicycle Tow Trucks & California Daylighting	01:10:17
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: 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links from our conversation: California Daylighting: http://tinyurl.com/4nba3j5c Calgary TOD: http://tinyurl.com/yc65nrsx Translink Strike: http://tinyurl.com/23b46c5z
	19 May 2024	BONUS: Rolling Forward for Change (w/ Lucy Maloney)	01:11:52
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/Lucyincanada https://lovethelane.ca/ https://visionzerovancouver.ca/ https://bikehub.ca radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor
	30 May 2024	Ep.26 Housing While Aging (w/ The Greater Discussions)	01:01:46
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/@TheGreaterDiscussions 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/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: 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-shibuya North 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/
	26 Sep 2024	Ep.43 Banning Bike Lanes (ft. True Communities)	01:09:07
Today on the show the guys are joined by Patrick of True Communities to discuss Ontario Premiere Doug Fords plans to ban new construction of bike lanes, Amtrak's reviving the "Floridian" and reconnecting communities near highways. https://www.youtube.com/@TrueCommunities 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Bike Lane Ban: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ontario-government-bike-lanes-1.7328878 Amtrak Floridian: https://tinyurl.com/4yd9n99b
	18 Jul 2024	Ep.33 Buses Are Cool Actually... (ft. Untitled Planning)	00:58:30
In this episode Nic is joined by Sami of Untitled Planning to talk why buses are actually good, EU looking at the dangers of importing American pickup trucks and Trumps running mate calling for a Gas guzzler rebate. Untitled Planning: https://www.youtube.com/@UntitledPlanning 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: EU Truck ban: https://tinyurl.com/acuuyfrw The Drive American Act: https://tinyurl.com/283men53
	25 Apr 2024	Ep.21 Redefining Convenience (w/Studio Leonardo)	01:13:20
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: 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Empathy for Drivers: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-zf3sc-15bf541
	04 Apr 2024	Ep.18 Seattle Train Extension, 15B for Housing, and Mr. Beast’s e-bikes.	01:06:44
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/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links: Seattle Train: https://www.soundtransit.org/system-expansion/east-link-extension 15 Billion for Housing in Canada: https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/federal-budget-to-include-15b-for-apartment-construction-loans Mr. Beast's E-Bikes: https://youtu.be/VGvj6bj4Sog?si=EBCVGl5OjtvdpCNd Cul-de-sac: https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/news/ar-BB1kNqJt
	18 Apr 2024	Ep.20 NYC's Plate Obscuring Scofflaws (w/ Uytae Lee of About Here)	01:12:52
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: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com About Here: https://www.youtube.com/@AboutHere Uytae Lee's Stories: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_ZhkZ4hDkI&list=PLd9pLwfvcsdT89vpvq4kAG8Lpn4WuKahU 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links: NYC Plate Scofflaw Fine: https://tinyurl.com/yc6fzeye Banff Pedestrian Street Woes: https://tinyurl.com/5n8ujhwr Vancouver Seawall Scooter and Bike: https://tinyurl.com/5xjmuen2
	15 Feb 2024	Ep.11 Frostbiking (w/Ben Durham)	01:14:51
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 https://www.youtube.com/@BenDurham 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links from our conversation: Car-free Gastown: http://tinyurl.com/28ktjwn9 Kansas City Stadium: http://tinyurl.com/twuhr7bn Speed Gov. Bill: http://tinyurl.com/3b8u6wa6
	22 Aug 2024	Ep.38 Will the DNC Save Transit?	01:02:35
Today in the show the guys talk about the transit situation in Chicago post DNC, the new Starbucks CEO super-commuting and the fact that e-bike batteries are safer than ICE 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.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: DNC Chicago Transit: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2024/08/21/dnc-chicago-cta-adds-service/ Starbucks super commuter: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/08/20/starbucks-new-ceo-brian-niccol-will-supercommute-to-seattle-instead-of-relocating.html E-bike batteries are safe actually: https://www.cyclingelectric.com/news/electric-bikes-no-more-likely-to-catch-fire-than-cars-finds-specialist-insurer
	05 Sep 2024	Ep.40 The Green Line, the Texas Triangle, and Remembering Johnny Gaudreau	01:11:39
Today on the show Nic is replaced by Alex from Untitled Planning to talk transit, cycling, and more. Untitled Planning: https://www.youtube.com/@UntitledPlanning 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Green Line: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/province-pulling-funding-for-calgary-s-green-line-lrt-project-letter-says-1.7312683 Texas Triangle HSR: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/texas-high-speed-rail-gets-64-million-grant/ar-AA1pZZ39?ocid=msedgntp&pc=ASTS&cvid=750bb4a1a86b4a819027c2a913867ace&ei=13 Calgary Memorial for Johnny Gaudreau: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVJbXLQAd6Q Critical Mass: https://www.threads.net/@peislandergirl/post/C_Vjwj8J1UQ/?xmt=AQGzC0cOdfVHvIdzZzB6hJx2-k1CsDQ98OrdUTIk4k2RGg
	09 Jan 2025	Ep.58 The Last Train (feat. RMTransit)	00:56:18
Today on the show the guys are joined by Reece Martin aka RMTransit to talk about his recent departure from Youtube, transit joy and what it will take for him to move to Calgary. RMTransit YT: The Train of the Future is Already Here RMTransit Mastodon: RMTransit (Moved) (@RM_Transit@mstdn.social) - Mastodon 🐘 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Source: California Wildfires: https://abc7.com/post/socal-wildfires-how-can-help/15779040/
	28 Apr 2024	BONUS: The Humble Bus Can Save Us (w/ Denis Agar)	00:57:32
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 Email US: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com
	14 Mar 2024	Ep.15 Amtrak Romance (w/The Rural Urbanist)	01:11:21
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): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor The Rural Urbanist: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRuralUrbanist Links: Transit to the Oscars: https://tinyurl.com/3bvdau2r E-Scooters in Vancouver: https://tinyurl.com/3ehs23f6 Non-Market Housing in Calgary: https://tinyurl.com/4r8n3t37
	31 Oct 2024	Ep.48 Trunk or Treat?	01:00:44
This week Alex and Nic discuss trunk or treat, HSR in Canada, furthering subsidies for drivers in Ontario and Alberta's new accessibility design guide. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Gas Tax Cut: https://www.thestar.com/business/ontario-government-moves-to-extend-5-7-cent-gas-tax-cut-to-june-2025/article_f9ce5d10-b528-553b-be8c-0cc8b25ed168.html HSR: https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/high-speed-rail-canada-1.7365835 Accessibility Guidelines: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alberta-publishes-new-accessibility-design-guide-but-minister-says-more-needs-to-be-done-1.7364390
	04 Jul 2024	Ep.31 Adaptive Reuse (ft. Sami from Untitled Planning & Nick from The Rural Urbanist)	01:02:14
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.
	12 Dec 2024	Ep.54 Bug Out Bike	01:03:06
This week on the show the guys talk about T-swift transit, the power of SEPTA key, vintage tickets, E-bike assassin and New FX line coming to Portland. 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Link: https://bikinginla.com/2024/12/05/ebikes-blamed-in-insurance-ceos-murder-and-riverside-county-deputy-charged-with-killing-palm-desert-bike-rider-last-year/ New FX Line: https://trimet.org/82nd/
	24 Oct 2024	Ep.47 $71 Million per Kilometre Bike Lane!?(ft. Best Side Cycling)	01:09:00
Today on the show are joined by Hanoch of Best Side Cycling to talk about changing the name "bike lane", Ontario Bike lane fiasco continues and Canada's sot of building transit. Best Side Cycling: https://www.youtube.com/@BestSideCycling 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Canada's soft corruption problem: https://thehub.ca/2024/10/03/eric-lombardi-canada-can-no-longer-afford-to-ignore-its-soft-corruption-problem/ Ford Fiasco: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/bike-lanes-legislation-ontario-ford-sarkaria-1.7352228
	03 Apr 2024	The Rio Grande Plan: Salt Lake City's Idea for Better Rail Connections (w/ Christian Lenhart) (BONUS!)	01:17:15
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://riograndeplansaltlakecity.org/ 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/@humanecities Christian: https://www.youtube.com/@CSLenhart
	18 Jan 2024	Ep.7 Car-Free Banff & Downtown Miami Rail	00:57:35
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://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links from our conversation: https://www.tri-rail.com/stations/miami-centralhttps://www.tri-rail.com/stations/miami-central https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/banff-avenue-patios-pedestrian-zone-permanent-parks-canada https://www.reddit.com/r/transit/comments/1967tea/ambitious_10_billion_proposal_to_connect_the/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3 https://www.youtube.com/@StainerTheFirst
	06 Feb 2025	Ep.62 The Rio Grande Plan and Salt Lake City (feat. Frederick Jenny)	01:04:33
Today on the show Ethan and Nic are joined by Frederick Jenny of the Rio Grande Plan in Salt Lake City. We talk about the RGP and the importance of citizen led projects, safe bike detours, and Oregon rail agency. The Rio Grande Plan: https://riograndeplansaltlakecity.org/ Frederick Jenny: https://www.instagram.com/theemperorsartist/ 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Vancouver seawall closure: https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/02/04/vancouver-seawall-path-section-near-science-world-closed/ Oregon Rail Funding: https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/i-want-people-to-be-able-to-rely-on-rail-oregon-lawmakers-push-for-rail-funding-in-transportation-package/ar-AA1yqnGv?ocid=BingNewsVerp $70K in bikes recovered: https://www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/article/11-stolen-bikes-worth-70k-recovered-from-suspected-calgary-chop-shop-police/
	29 Feb 2024	Ep.13 The Good, The Bad, and The Shinkansen	01:08:32
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: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links: Indiana SB 52: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/briggs-house-speaker-todd-huston-owns-the-blue-line-now/ar-BB1j2B34 One-fare in Toronto: https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/ttc-starts-the-one-fare-program-with-go-other-gta-transit-on-monday-heres-what/article_add4b686-d318-11ee-8dca-837a485d8fb9.html CMLC Updates: https://www.calgarymlc.ca/articles/cmlc-to-advance-more-than-1-b-in-major-project-completions-and-initiations-in-2024 Ebikes Ban: https://youtu.be/neF2YjnDO50?si=fjVA6ickEYt5wKKr
	08 Feb 2024	Ep.10 Paris SUV drivers & Calgary's Best Street	01:06:53
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 Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@niclaporte Links from our conversation: Bike Talk: biketalk.org/2024/02/sharing-is-caring/ Stephen Ave: https://engage.calgary.ca/stephenavenue Paris SUV Parking: http://tinyurl.com/d5yjk2he
	11 Jul 2024	Ep.32 Driving in the Netherlands	00:59:53
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.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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: 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
	28 Nov 2024	Ep.52 What Else Can We Ban!? (feat. Oh The Urbanity!)	00:58:24
In this episode Nic is Joined by Patrick of Oh The Urbanity! To discuss the latest developments of the bike lane banning fiasco in Ontario as banning lawsuits related to the removal was introduced. Oh The Urbanity! https://www.youtube.com/@OhTheUrbanity 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.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor Links: Lawsuit Ban: https://toronto.citynews.ca/2024/11/21/ndp-bike-lane-bill-bans-lawsuits-against-government/ Biking in Toronto Game: https://bsky.app/profile/omarieclaire.bsky.social/post/3lbhxpml3ms2z

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