Booked on Planning

Oct 22 2024 69 ep. 33 mins 27

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Booked on Planning is a podcast that goes deep into the planning books that have helped shape the world of community and regional planning. We dive into the books and interview the authors to glean the most out of the literature important for preparing for AICP certification and just expanding your knowledge base. We are all busy with our day to day lives which is why we condense the most important material into short 30 minute episodes for your commute, workout, or while you are cleaning up around the house. Join us while we get Booked on Planning.

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The Power of Existing Buildings

Oct 22 2024 47 mins

We discuss the potential of high-performance buildings as we sit down with Robert Sroufe, Craig Stevenson, and Beth Eckenrode, the minds behind "The Power of Existing Buildings." Imagine transforming existing structures into sustainable powerhouses by prioritizing passive systems, upgrading active systems, and embracing renewables in that order. Our conversation dismantles the myth

How to Remake the World Neighborhood by Neighborhood

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Consider a new way to transform communities with insights from Mack McCarter, author of "How to Remake the World, Neighborhood by Neighborhood." Discover how positive relationships can serve as the foundation for thriving communities and address the age-old issue of societal collapse. By learning from historical studies and successful community initiatives, you'll gain a fresh pers

The Climate Change Policy Guide Decoded

Sep 24 2024 21 mins

How can city planners join in the fight against climate change? Join us as we discuss the American Planning Association's Climate Change Policy Guide. We'll dissect the significance of federal funding under the Biden administration, explore the pressing need for ongoing advocacy in transitioning to clean energy, and ponder the future of regulatory rulemaking following the Supreme C

Climate Resilience for an Aging Nation

Sep 10 2024 41 mins

Discover how cities can become more resilient to climate change by focusing on the needs of older adults. Join us as we sit down with Danielle Arigoni, the author behind "Climate Resilience for an Aging Nation." Danielle sheds light on the often-overlooked challenges that older populations face during climate-fueled disasters. From gaps in housing and public transit to emergency pr

Gentrification Explored: Myths, Trends, and Realities

Aug 27 2024 14 mins

Ever wondered why some neighborhoods transform seemingly overnight while others remain unchanged? This episode looks into the complex web of gentrification through three articles published in the last few years. We kick off with a deep dive into the term's origins and its multifaceted meanings, drawing from an insightful article by Planetizen. Along the way, we tackle the often mis

The Misunderstood History of Gentrification

Aug 13 2024 35 mins

In this episode, author Dennis Gale introduces us to the concept of embryonic gentrification, a nuanced and early version of gentrification as we know it driven by individual homeowners and market forces that existed before the corporate-dominated gentrification of the 1980s. We explore how this earlier form of neighborhood transformation focused on building renovations rather than

Dwell Time: a memoir of art, exile, and repair

Jul 23 2024 25 mins

Dwell time, the time in which it takes for a cleaning product to work on a targeted material in art conservation, serves as a profound metaphor for the immigrant experience in author Rosa Lowinger's book of the same name. "Dwell Time: A Memoir of Art, Exile, and Repair", begins with Rosa's family's escape from Jewish persecution to their new home in Cuba, and then eventually to the

Empathic Design: Perspectives on Creating Inclusive Spaces

Jul 09 2024 29 mins

Can empathy change the way we design our cities? Join us as we navigate this compelling question with Elgin Cleckley, author of "Empathic Design: Perspectives on Creating Inclusive Spaces." Through Elgin’s expert insights, we explore how empathy in design goes beyond aesthetics, focusing on how the built environment can recognize and honor identity, culture, history, memory, and

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Jun 25 2024 37 mins

This episode, with guest, Jason Jordan, APA's Public Affairs Director, promises to equip you with actionable strategies from the Housing Supply Accelerator Playbook, a groundbreaking resource designed to unite planners, developers, realtors, and banking officials. Learn how this playbook can empower local leaders to create diverse, attainable, and equitable housing options, fosteri

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Discover the future of housing with author Diana Lind as we explore innovative solutions for smarter, simpler, and happier living. Can accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and co-living arrangements be the answer to our housing crisis? We'll discuss the benefits of these options, the possibility of enforcing maximum size requirements for single-family homes, and dive deep into the histo