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04/21/22 • 29 min
This week on City Talks, presented by Ford Motor Company, CEO of the Shared-Use Mobility Center Benjie De La Peña joins our host Andrew Winston to discuss the ways in which new, shared-mobility options differ from more traditional means of transportation. The SUMC connects public and private sectors, conducts research, and provides expertise to municipalities to extend the benefits of shared mobility to everyone. In their conversation, Andrew and Benjie speak about the expansion of EV technologies and how cities can better prioritize their public transportation spending. The pair touch on infrastructure, as well as how the smartphone has been the biggest driver of the shared-mobility movement. Also, hear about the ways traditional transportation, like buses and trains, are integrating with newer options, and how new tech adapts to work alongside existing infrastructure. Hit play and enjoy this episode of City Talks, brought to you by Ford.
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02/17/22 • 29 min
On today’s episode of City Talks, brought to you by Ford Motor Company, we take a look at the fascinating world of eVTOL and the future of electric flight in mobility. Joining Andrew Winston to discuss is CFO and Head of Corporate Development for Blade, Will Heyburn. Blade has been a frontrunner in the field of Urban Air Mobility since their founding in 2014. Today, they’re utilizing helicopters, amphibious seaplanes, and fixed-wing transportation services to combat congested ground-transportation routes in the United States and India. Listen to how this is impacting not only personal mobility, but also has incredible implications for medical transportation as well. Perhaps someday, the most cost-effective and sustainable way to get to and from the airport will be a helicopter ride you order from an app! Listen and learn more on today’s episode of City Talks, brought to you by Ford Motor Company.
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Addressing Gender Inequity in Mobility
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12/16/21 • 31 min
Welcome to another episode of City Talks, brought to you by Ford Motor Company, with this week’s special guest Seleta Reynolds, the General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Transportation and former President of the National Association of City Transportation Officials! Join Andrew Winston, speaker, Author of Net Positive and Adviser to Multinationals as the two discuss working through the needs and challenges cities face today – and how they’re helping create safer, more accessible and more sustainable mobility options for millions.
Today’s show is all about the experiences of women, children, and members of the transgender community on transportation and shared mobility. Listen as Seleta takes us through the important findings from the LADOT ‘Changing Lanes’ Report, a recent study that examined the challenges surrounding how women and children experience transportation. Hear about what prompted a gender-based approach to studying how women and children integrate into the transportation system and what is being done to create positive change. Also, learn how data is helping shape transportation experiences and how our cities are using data to make mobility and travel more equitable and safe for all gender identities. Hear about some of the experiences and progress that are being made to address the mobility needs of transgender individuals throughout the community. The two also touch on how COVID-19 has had an impact on transportation and some of the changes that have been implemented in a post-COVID world.
Find out if any of these changes to mobility factor into inequitable transportation experiences and how these factors are being addressed in a way that keeps us both safe from infection and also provides positive experiences with mobility. Come along as we explore how to make both cities and transportation more human-centered and create service-oriented approaches to mobility. This is City Talks, presented by the Ford Motor Company!
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08/26/20 • 28 min
The auto industry is being redrawn, re-crafted and reborn through urban mobility, and this evolution is being driven by new conversations and fresh ideas. Ford Motor Company’s City:One Challenge seeks to collaborate directly with communities in order to address the changes and challenges in how we interact with technology and transportation. In this episode, we chat with Pat Bhava and his wife Chitra regarding Miami’s tormented traffic and discover how a simple mistake inspired him to create “PikMyKid”. The first-of-its-kind app, which was further developed through the City:One Challenge, creates a fluid solution for parents when dropping off and picking up kids, creating a more tranquil experience for parents and helping ease Miami’s notorious school traffic.
03/31/22 • 26 min
On this week’s episode of City Talks, presented by Ford Motor Company, our host Andrew Winston sits down with the Senior Vice President of Business Development, Sales and Government Relations for Starship Technologies, Ryan Tuohy. Starship is a company working on something truly out of this world. They specialize in building self-driving delivery robots! In this exciting episode, Andrew and Ryan discuss the intricacies and predictions for autonomous delivery and what the future looks like in an AI driven landscape. Not to mention, they provide some insight into how delivery technologies are changing. Learn about how our cities should go about preparing for paradigm shifts in mobility jobs in the future and how they are improving assisted delivery for the elderly. Self-driving robots are quickly becoming the future of delivery and transportation, and this discussion will help provide a better understanding of this space. We hope you enjoy this exciting episode of City Talks, brought to you by the Ford Motor Company!
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Solving Congestion with Roadway Pricing
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12/02/21 • 30 min
In order to fix congestion, we need to rethink how we present the cost of roadway usage. Welcome to City Talks, brought to you by Ford Motor Company. Each week join Andrew Winston, Speaker, Author of Net Positive and Adviser to Multinationals as he facilitates conversations with experts and leaders that are working through the needs and challenges our cities face today. Come along as we explore how to make both cities and transportation more human-centered and create service-oriented approaches to mobility. On today’s episode, Andrew speaks with Joe Cortright, Principal Economist of ‘Impresa,’ a Portland-based, city-focused consulting firm. Listen as Joe and Andrew address city congestion. Shared mobility and rethinking roadway costs may be the keys to alleviating the hassle of the morning commute. Joe shares with us the latest findings of his ‘Young and Restless’ reports on the movements of young people, what Ben and Jerry’s can teach us about congestion, and what he thinks our cities might look like 20 years into the future.
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04/28/22 • 27 min
As we wrap up the second season of City Talks, which is presented by Ford Motor Company, we chat with CEO and founder of Coaster Cycles Ben Morris to discuss delivery logistic in cities and how issues can be solved using a human-centered approach. Coaster Cycles manufactures and operates eco-friendly mobility and delivery solutions, specializing in cargo bikes and trikes. Together, Andrew and Ben look at the issues caused by traditional delivery systems and how bike delivery can be a more sustainable, safe, and efficient method. Plus, hear Ben speak about the impact his company has already had on cities like Boston, New York, and San Francisco, and the importance of moving goods closer to the end consumer. Listen as Ben shares his vision for cities in 20 years, and how we’re closer to achieving it than we think. Tune in and enjoy this episode of City Talks, brought to you by the Ford Motor Company!
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03/17/22 • 29 min
On this week’s episode of City Talks, presented by Ford Motor Company, our host Andrew Winston is joined by Independent Climate, Technology and Transportation Advisor, Andrew Salzberg. Andrew is a lecturer at MIT, and advises for Populus, Climateview, Open North, and Transit, some of the best data technologists in the industry. Today the duo are diving into a fascinating conversation about sustainability and decarbonization initiatives. Learn first hand about the current state of sustainability for mobility in our cities and why the electrification of transportation is so important to meet sustainability goals in our communities. Hear about the importance behind dramatically improving the environmental sustainability of our urban transportation systems and what the future holds with these exciting advancements. We hope you enjoy this exciting peek into the world of decarbonization on this episode of City Talks, presented by the Ford Motor Company!
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03/03/22 • 24 min
On today’s episode of City Talks, brought to you by Ford Motor Company, we look at what factors make our streets safe for everyone. Joining Andrew Winston for this conversation is Director of Vision Zero with the District Department of Transportation, Linda Bailey. The Vision Zero initiative aims to reach zero fatalities and serious injuries in Washington, D.C. by 2024 with an all-hands-on-deck approach to transportation safety. Through education, engineering, enforcement, and effective use of data, Vision Zero will create safer streets for vehicles, bikes, and pedestrians. Hear why denser cities often have lower fatalities, what the common risk factors are that lead to dangerous crashes, and what vehicle safety technologies are emerging that could help eliminate fatal collisions. Join us for an incredible look at how cities are making transportation more seamless on today’s episode of City Talks!
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02/03/22 • 27 min
This week on City Talks, brought to you by Ford Motor Company, Andrew Winston is joined by architect, strategic planner, Principal and Director of the Mobility Lab at Gensler, Dylan Jones. Gensler’s Mobility Lab focuses on how mobility transformations are shaping the city of the future. Today’s episode is all about access and equity in mobility. They talk about what is meant by Dylan’s idea of the “20-Minute City,” how cities can better think about civil design in order to better serve communities, what the “third lane” can be, and the interconnected relationship between equality and access. Listen as they explore “mobility deserts” and the impact that they can have on those who need transportation the most. Plus, hear what cities are planning and implementing today that are making mobility and transportation options more accessible and more equitable for people living in cities who need them. At the end of the conversation, Dylan also gives us his vision for what a “city of the future” might look like 20 years from now. We hope you enjoy this inspiring and fascinating look at equity, access, and mobility on this episode of City Talks, presented by the Ford Motor Company!
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FAQ
How many episodes does City Talks have?
City Talks currently has 15 episodes available.
What topics does City Talks cover?
The podcast is about Mobility, Leisure, Podcasts, Automotive and Technology.
What is the most popular episode on City Talks?
The episode title 'Rethinking Our Traditional Delivery Systems' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on City Talks?
The average episode length on City Talks is 29 minutes.
How often are episodes of City Talks released?
Episodes of City Talks are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of City Talks?
The first episode of City Talks was released on Aug 17, 2020.
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