Talking Headways: A Streetsblog Podcast
Society & Culture
About
A weekly podcast about the intersection between sustainable transportation, urban planning, and economic development. Hosted by Jeff Wood of The Overhead Wire.
Episodes
- Episode 192: Mondays at The Overhead Wire – No BRT for Christmas, Only Ham
Chrissy Mancini Nichols joins the show again and we have a blast talking about all kinds of urban topics. We discuss the rise of electro-states, a new way to measure accessibility from Wendy Zhao, short versus long term thinking on BRT ali…
- Episode 580: Community Severance by Road
This week on the Talking Headways podcast we're joined by Jaime Benavides and Marianthi-Anna Kioumourtzoglou of Brown University to discuss their new paper showing how community severance by road infrastructure and traffic has led to more…
- Episode 579: Greensboro's Downtown Greenway
This week we're joined by Dabney Sanders, Project Manager of the Greensboro Downtown Greenway . We chat about opening the final section of the Greenway after 25 years of work, the amazing art projects on the route, and lessons for other ci…
- Episode 578: Sidewalk Nation
This episode of Talking Headways features Professor Michael Pollack discussing his book 'Sidewalk Nation,' covering sidewalk ownership, management, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Denver's sidewalk funding initiatives.
- Episode 191: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Moving New Orleans
The episode features Tracy McMillan discussing New Orleans
- Episode 577: Find the Bus Art
Stephanie Dockery joins Talking Headways to discuss the Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge. The conversation covers how bus art can gain a cult following, how artists generate attention with temporary urban art, and the post-pro…
- Bonus Mondays at The Overhead Wire: Mapping Every Sidewalk in Your State
This episode features a crossover with The Brake podcast, discussing the completion of Washington State's sidewalk inventory and the platform created by Dr. Anat Caspi. It also promotes efforts to gain legislative support for sidewalk main…
- Episode 576: The Logistics of Package Delivery
Professor Benjamin Fong joins Talking Headways to discuss his Urban Omnibus piece on e-commerce logistics and last mile delivery. They cover how companies like Amazon build their systems, legislative benefits for workers, and the impact of…
- Episode 190: Mondays at The Overhead Wire – Aging Out of the Car
Episode 190 of Talking Headways covers various topics including SRO legislation, Japan's railway systems, and resident onboarding. Additional discussed items include older drivers, solar eclipse silence, and Waymo vehicles.
- Episode 575: The Urban Truth Collective
Tom Flood, Grant Ennis, and Brent Toderian join the show to discuss their new communications project, The Urban Truth Collective. The conversation centers on using positive messaging about cities to combat misinformation and conspiracy the…
- Episode 574: Second Hand E-Bikes
On Talking Headways podcast, Calvin Thigpen and Ysabel Hoogeveen discuss the report "Refurbished E-bikes: An Affordable Transportation Solution for Cities and Consumers." They cover the costs associated with used e-bikes and factors that c…
- Episode 189: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Proof of What's Possible
Mondays at The Overhead Wire covers accessible city planning for disabled Olympians, American household economic security, and the application of reverse game theory in urban environments. The episode also touches on climate solutions, tra…
- Flashback: Mobility as a Feature
In this flashback episode, David Hensher from the University of Sydney discusses his views on Mobility as a Service, which he renames mobility as a feature.
- Episode 573: Civil Rights Enforcement in Transportation Projects
Laurel Paget-Seekins of Public Advocates joins Talking Headways to discuss transit agency power dynamics, the decline of public sector capacity, and potential changes to civil rights enforcement in transportation projects.
- Episode 572: Evaluating Congestion Pricing Year One
Stephen Crim, Director of Policy & Analytical Reporting for the NYMTA's Central Business District Tolling Program, joins Talking Headways to review the first year of congestion pricing data. The discussion covers data collection methods, a…
- Episode 188: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Time Warp with Chrissy and Tracy
On Mondays at The Overhead Wire, Chrissy Mancini Nichols and Tracy McMillan discuss the link between vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and safety, chrono urbanism, how navigating cities benefits the brain, and Austin's housing construction.
- Episode 571: Growing St. Louis' Arts and Culture District
Vanessa Cooksey, President and CEO of the Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis, and Chris Hansen, Executive Director at Kranzberg Arts Foundation, joined Talking Headways to discuss the growth and investment in St. Louis' Grand Center Art…
- Episode 570: Buildings are Here to Help People
Host speaks with Jeremy Wells about his book, Managing the Magic of Old Places. They discuss the emotional impact of old buildings, the current state of historic preservation, and differing cultural approaches to preservation.
- Episode 186: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Missing Service We Paid For
This episode covers topics including Zurich
- Episode 569: The Annual Prediction Show with Yonah Freemark
This episode features Yonah Freemark discussing predictions for high-speed rail and transportation funding. The discussion includes a review of the previous year's predictions and forecasts for the upcoming year, with mentions of Seattle a…
- Episode 568: The Year in Transit with Yonah Freemark Part 1
Yonah Freemark discusses the state of transit in the US and globally on Talking Headways. This episode covers the long-term effects of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Transit-Oriented Development, and future transportation possibilities…
- Episode 186: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Datamatize Pedestrian Data
This episode of Talking Headways covers new pedestrian models in New York, how much people walk when relocating, potential delays for Denver's Fastracks, and a Colorado program offering equity for renters.
- Episode 567: Women Changing Cities
Talking Headways podcast episode 567 features Chris and Melissa Bruntlett discussing their book "Women Changing Cities: Global Stories of Urban Transformation." Topics include the mobility of care work, unpaid labor, and the impact of wome…
- Episode 566: Concrete Doesn't Spend Money, People Do
Dr. Lawrence Frank discusses the link between the built environment, transportation, and public health. The conversation also addresses limitations in cost-benefit analysis and the externalization of health benefits.
- Episode 185: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Getting Delivery Dominance
This episode of Mondays at The Overhead Wire discusses the legacy of Hope VI, tracking Amazon packages, trash can politics, and proposed regulations for EVs. It also touches on LA Metro Board opposition to SB79, critiques of ranking system…
- Episode 565: Ed Roberts - An Independent Man
Professor Scot Danforth joins Talking Headways to discuss his book "An Independent Man: Ed Roberts and the Fight for Disability Rights." The conversation covers Ed Roberts's life, the beginnings of the disability rights movement, and the c…
- Episode 564: One Year of Congestion Pricing
This episode of Talking Headways features Danny Pearlstein of the Riders Alliance discussing the one-year anniversary of New York City
- Episode 184: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - The Oldest Transit with Kate Gasparro
Kate Gasparro, host of the Building Better Cities podcast, discusses the invention of the first transit system by Blaise Pascal, the impact of design on the housing shortage, LA Metro's new Care Based Services Division, and the debate over…
- Episode 563: Week Without Driving
This episode of Talking Headways features host Anna Zivarts moderating a discussion with elected officials and advocates, including Senator Analise Ortiz and Council Member Nick Miller, about the Week Without Driving event. They review pas…
- Episode 562: The Lost Subways of North America
This episode of Talking Headways features Jake Berman discussing his book, The Lost Subways of North America, covering transit histories through racial dynamics, monopolies, ballot measures, and overlooked cities.
- Episode 183: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Changing Social Identities
This episode of Mondays at The Overhead Wire covers topics including faster transit, congestion pricing, and cable cars in the Paris region. The discussion references various articles related to these subjects.
- Episode 561: Mpact Poster Sessions
This episode features interviews with young professionals from the Mpact Transit + Community Conference in Portland, Oregon, discussing their work on transportation implementation and policy. Topics include designing transportation hubs, r…
- Replay: In a Bad State
This episode replays a discussion with Yale Law professor David Schleicher about his book "In a Bad State: Responding to State and Local Budget Crises." They cover how historic fiscal crises influence present-day responses and the dynamics…
- Replay: Sustainable Infrastructure for Cities and Societies
This episode features Professor Michael Neuman discussing his book "Sustainable Infrastructure for Cities and Societies." Topics include using trees as models for infrastructure, Barcelona
- Episode 560: If You Want to Win, You've Got to Fight
Carter Lavin joins Talking Headways to discuss his book, "If You Want to Win You've Got to Fight: A Guide to Effective Transportation Advocacy." The conversation covers political practices, the power of advocates, and achieving policy goal…
- Episode 559: The Unfinished Metropolis
On Talking Headways, Benjamin Schneider joins to discuss his book "The Unfinished Metropolis," covering topics such as the unfinished nature of cities, the roots of NIMBYism, and the extent to which current economies and built environments…
- Episode 182: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Housing on Top
The Overhead Wire episode 182 covers fire departments
- Episode 558: Parking Reform with Tony Jordan
Tony Jordan, President of the Parking Reform Network, joins Talking Headways to discuss arbitrary parking requirements and Donald Shoup's legacy. The conversation took place at the Mpact Transit + mobility conference in Portland.
- Flashback: Episode 459: Crossings
This episode revisits a conversation with author Ben Goldfarb about his book 'Crossings'. They explore road ecology, its impact on ecosystems and animal mobility, and the concept of wildlife crossings.
- Episode 181: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Fran Sans
This episode of Mondays at The Overhead Wire covers recent news in transportation and urban planning, including discussions on tram trains, electric vehicles, and transit funding in Chicago.
- Episode 557: Emotional Consumption in Chinese Cities
Olivia Plotnick joins Talking Headways to discuss her observations from visiting over 30 Chinese cities, focusing on retail, high-speed rail's impact, and the social e-commerce ecosystem, alongside insights into market competition, electri…
- Episode 556: From Bahrain to Connecticut
Cortni Desir, Executive Program Manager for Public Transportation at the Connecticut DOT, discusses her international influences, bus stop upgrades, customer experience, and the intersection of homelessness and transit.
- Episode 555: Three Principles for Federal Transportation Policy
Corrigan Salerno of Transportation For America joins Talking Headways to discuss federal transportation policy. The conversation covers three principles for a better federal transportation bill, methods for enhancing reporting data for MPO…
- Episode 180: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Signal Timing
The podcast episode covers signal timing adjustments in Houston, the connection between commute times and sleep disorders, water scarcity issues impacting Phoenix
- Episode 554: Getting California High Speed Rail Done
Talking Headways episode 554 features a live interview with California High Speed Rail Authority CEO Ian Choudri, discussing cost reduction and international high-speed rail systems, alongside audience questions.
- Episode 553: Life After Cars
Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon from the War on Cars podcast discuss their new book, "Life After Cars – Freeing Ourselves from the Tyranny of the Automobile." Topics include opposing views on cars, Turtle Jesus, and pathways to car-free urb…
- Replay: Episode 78 - Measuring Carbon Emissions at Street Level
This episode replays a conversation from ten years ago with Dr. Kevin Gurney about measuring carbon emissions at the street, block, and neighborhood level. The discussion covers the importance of data collection for urban policy and decisi…
- Episode 552: Under a Highway in Birmingham Alabama
This episode of Talking Headways features Ben Donsky of Agora Partners discussing Birmingham's City Walk BHAM project, which aims to create a public space connecting areas separated by a highway and explores what makes such projects succes…
- Episode 179: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Another Trip to China
Episode 179 of Talking Headways covers a trip to China, with discussions on traffic lights in Japan, the formation of a new electric company, and housing expenses. Additional topics include regulating larger vehicles, mosquito-borne illnes…
- Episode 551: Architectural Epidemiology
Adele Houghton and Carlos Castillo-Salgado discuss their book, Architectural Epidemiology, focusing on connecting social and architectural determinants of health early in project development to design healthier neighborhoods.