Alex Williams | Ethan Meyers | Nic Laporte

Radio Free Urbanism

Society EN ↓ 98 episodes

The voice of the urbanist! Join Alex, Nic, and Ethan as we discuss the optimistic future of urbanism, city planning, and transit in North America!

Author

Alex Williams | Ethan Meyers | Nic Laporte

Category

Society

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Latest episode

Feb 27, 2026

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Episodes

BONUS: The Humble Bus Can Save Us (w/ Denis Agar) 28.04.2024

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

Ep.21 Redefining Convenience (w/Studio Leonardo) 25.04.2024

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....

Ep.20 NYC's Plate Obscuring Scofflaws (w/ Uytae Lee of About Here) 18.04.2024

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.c...

Ep.19 Light rail =/= High Speed Rail (w/Untitled Planning) 11.04.2024

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/R...

Ep.18 Seattle Train Extension, 15B for Housing, and Mr. Beast’s e-bikes. 04.04.2024

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/@climate...

The Rio Grande Plan: Salt Lake City's Idea for Better Rail Connections (w/ Christian Lenhart) (BONUS!) 03.04.2024

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 Pat...

Ep.17 When The Bridge Fell (w/Untitled Planning) 28.03.2024

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):...

Ep.16 Planes, Trains, and Automobile..."Accidents" (w/Hailee) 21.03.2024

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/RadioFreeUr...

Ep.15 Amtrak Romance (w/The Rural Urbanist) 14.03.2024

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:/...

Ep.14 Winter Cycling Congress, Horse Poollution, and a Whole Lot of Good News! (w/ Jen Hall) 07.03.2024

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....

Ep.13 The Good, The Bad, and The Shinkansen 29.02.2024

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...

Ep.12 Train Bad & Parking-Free Taylor Swift Concert 22.02.2024

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.c...

Ep.11 Frostbiking (w/Ben Durham) 15.02.2024

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: patr...

Ep.10 Paris SUV drivers & Calgary's Best Street 08.02.2024

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: ht...

Ep.9 New Bike Day & Culdesac Car-Free Neighborhoods 01.02.2024

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....

Ep.8 Bicycle Tow Trucks & California Daylighting 25.01.2024

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....

Ep.7 Car-Free Banff & Downtown Miami Rail 18.01.2024

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.y...

Ep.6 Narc Urbanism & Delayed Transit Repairs 11.01.2024

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/RFUrba...

Ep.5 E-Bike Battery Fires Are a Problem 04.01.2024

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: htt...

Ep.4 Boxing Day Parking 28.12.2023

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://w...

Ep.3 The Collapse of Intercity Buses 21.12.2023

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/...

Ep.2 More Rails Good 14.12.2023

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/Radi...

Ep.1 Tuning Into New Urbanism 07.12.2023

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...

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