Radio Free Urbanism

Join Alex Davis and Sully Israel as they explore New Jersey's ridiculous new E-bike laws, Two huge decision at LA Metro that will shape the future of rail transit in the county, and the battle over SB 79--California's most controversial housing law. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Sully: https://www.youtube.com/@UCcBHKCWkckK5KqqEnvc61Rw Alex:...

Join Alex Davis and Sully Israel as they delve into the complexities of LA Metro's fare enforcement, the challenges facing urban transit systems, and the power of advocacy in shaping public policy. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Sully: https://www.youtube.com/@UCcBHKCWkckK5KqqEnvc61Rw Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@UCyeWE5ok9X5saI8nnC31Acw

In this very special episode Alex Williams returns once again to share his experience running in the Calgary municipal election. Toronto has reversed it's old zoning laws and once again allows small shops in neighborhoods. Nic talks about his time on the show coming to an end. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Sully: https://www.youtube.com/@Sul...

Helsinki reaches vision zero! and California SB 79 talk. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Sully: https://www.youtube.com/@Sullyville Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism, hosts Nic Laporte and Ethan Meyers engage with their audience while discussing the current political climate's impact on urban infrastructure, particularly regarding pedestrian safety and bike lanes. They emphasize the importance of community action and local initiatives in driving change, while also sharing personal updates on their projects. The conversati...

Nic watched Hacks...and wants to know if you would live in a mall. They explore the redevelopment of malls into mixed-use spaces, the integration of art in urban environments, and the impact of these changes on community safety. The conversation also touches on the unique urban planning practices of the Amish community and their adoption of e-bikes. The episode concludes with reflections on the fu...

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism, hosts Ethan Meyers and Sully Israel discuss various urbanism topics, including the controversial removal of Pride crosswalks in Florida, the implications of infrastructure decisions on community representation, and the growing trends in micro-mobility. They explore the health benefits of walkable cities and the importance of data in urban planning Send us a...

The long-awaited rollout of Amtrak's new Acela Express trains, highlighting their innovative features and the challenges faced during development. The conversation then shifts to the importance of public art in urban spaces, exploring the impact of NIMBYism on art installations and the necessity of integrating art into city planning for community engagement and identity. In this engaging conversat...

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism, the recent Ontario court ruling that deemed the removal of bike lanes unconstitutional, the progressive housing policy changes in Oregon, and California's SB 79 which mandates minimum zoning near transit stops. The conversation highlights the challenges of urban planning, the importance of integrating transit and housing policies, and critiques the reliance...

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism, hosts Ethan and Sully discuss pressing issues surrounding urban transit funding in Oregon, the political dynamics affecting transportation policies, and the importance of bike lanes in urban planning. They explore the impact of funding cuts on communities, the controversies surrounding highway widening projects, and the need for consistent transit funding. T...

In this episode removal of bike lanes in California, the implications of helmet laws for cyclist safety, and the ongoing funding issues surrounding the California High-Speed Rail project. They also explore architectural preferences, the importance of mixed-use developments, and the impact of urban design on communities. The conversation highlights the complexities of urban planning and the need fo...

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism, the hosts discuss Vancouver's recent decision to lower speed limits on local streets to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. They explore the importance of traffic calming measures, such as modal filters, in creating safer urban environments. The conversation emphasizes the need for community engagement in urban planning and the role of public transi...

In this new episode of Radio Free Urbanism, Ethan and Sully catch up on what they have both been up to this month. Covering the main topics of the two new transit openings in the southwestern part of the United States. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz Sully: https://www.youtube.com/@Sullyville Ethan: https://www....

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism, Nic and Sully discuss their recent experiences at the Strong Towns convention and their reflections on urban planning in cities like Boston and Providence. They explore the implications of e-bikes in urban environments, the criminalization of cyclists in NYC, and the impact of historical urban renewal projects. The conversation emphasizes the need for innova...

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism - we are joined by Urban Planner and and social media influencer Hayden Clarkin. They explore Hayden's path to urbanism and discuss some of the interesting ways on how to build more transit and for cheaper. Hayden Clarkin (@thetransitguy) • Instagram photos and videos Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RadioFree...

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism - we are joined by YouTuber and urbanism enthusiast Alexander Rotmensz. They explore Alex’s path into urbanism, the power of beautiful design, and the role of community in shaping cities. The conversation covers the impact of architectural styles on identity, debates between modern and traditional architecture, and the influence of NIMBYism. They also highlig...

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism , speeding enforcement in New York City and Paris’s transformation into a leading child-friendly cycling city. They discuss North America’s contrasting approach to school safety, the challenges of adapting European urban models, and the need for community engagement in planning. The episode also highlights Seattle’s light rail expansion, innovations in transp...

In this episode of Radio Free Urbanism , hosts Nic, Sully, and Ethan cover Sacramento’s automated bike lane enforcement and Vision Zero funding battles in Pierce County, to the challenges of designing roads for both emergency access and pedestrian safety. They discuss transit developments in Los Angeles, bike infrastructure standards, and housing regulations in California, while also reflecting on...

In this episode Sully talks with Peter Norton, author of Fighting Traffic: The Dawn of the Motor Age in the American City. Peter Norton: https://bsky.app/profile/norton.bsky.social Fighting Traffic: https://amzn.to/431jI48 Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz Sully: https://www.youtube.com/@Sullyville Ethan: https://...

In this episode Ethan, Nic, and Sully discuss the closure of Pike Place Market to cars, LA Metro’s light rail expansion to LAX, and the idea of Freedom Cities. They explore housing challenges in cities like Baltimore and Philadelphia, the HLA lawsuit in Los Angeles, and the difficulty of making public transit profitable. The conversation highlights the importance of headways, accountability in urb...

Today Nic, Ethan and Sully are joined by Aaron of The Goose to discuss various pressing topics such as climate change, and the political landscape in Canada. Aaron runs a YouTube channel focused on climate issues from a Canadian perspective. The conversation explores the intersection of climate change and housing, the challenges posed by neoliberalism, and the complexities of development regulatio...

Today Ethan and Nic are joined by Sully of Sullyville who is now a regular host! The guys talk about Gaps in SEPTA funding, Translinks plans to build and own their own housing and commercial hubs and the worst urbanist article of the week. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.com Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz Sully: https://www.youtube.com/@Sullyvill...

In this episode Nic Laporte and Ethan Meyers welcome Clarence, the creator behind Street Films. They discuss Clarence's extensive work in urbanism and cycling, the importance of Creative Commons for sharing footage, and the evolution of cycling infrastructure in cities like New York and Portland. The conversation also touches on the influence of the Netherlands on urban planning and the challenges...

Today on the show, perhaps for the last time, Alex, Ethan and Nic talk about the future of RFU, Amtrak sidelining Horizon car fleet, Paris banning cars on 500 streets, and how we should beef up traffic calming on bike 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:/...

Today on the show Alex and Nic talk about protestors arrested in Toronto, Green line is a go and how to communicate complex ideas. 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://w...