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Bike Talk

BikeTalk
Biking Infrastructure
Los Angeles
Urban Planning
New York City
Bike Advocacy
E-Bikes
Traffic Safety
Cycling
Biking
Congestion Pricing
Bike Infrastructure
Cycling Infrastructure
Bicycles
California
Cycling Advocacy
Bike Lanes
Ciclavia
Community Engagement
Public Safety
Traffic Violence

We are a bike advocacy and culture podcast based in Los Angeles, Ca.

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Taylor rides Barcelona, and says it’s civilized. A Quebec court rules against Toronto’s famously successful protected lanes. Michael Longfield, Executive Director of Cycle Toronto, explains www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/14/ontario-free-t... more

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Walk Bike Berkeley organizer Ben Gerhardstein on why Berkeley needs the Hopkins Ave protected bike lane they fought for so long to get and finally won, and why the opposition was so vitriolic. (2:15) A recent study, “Beyond Cyclists,” finds that supp... more

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Taylor on being a bike nerd and making friends by bike, like Kay Shuster kaybikes4kids.com. Bicycles Are Partisan now, writes Lo Sontag www.suburbanreview.com/p/bicycles-are-partisan-now in light of the MAGA federal assault on biking.... more

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The USDOT/FHWA removed bike lanes, road diets, and speed management tools that have been shown to reduce traffic injuries and fatalities from their list of Proven Safety Countermeasures on USDOT/FHWA sites www.npr.org/2026/07/16/nx-s1-5893672... more

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Recent Guests

Danielle Bergstrom
Executive Director / Editor in Chief
Fresnoland
Episode: Beyond Cyclists 2632
Jérôme Laviolette
Postdoctoral researcher
McGill University, Montreal
Episode: Beyond Cyclists 2632
Owen Waygood
Professor
Polytechnique Montréal
Episode: Beyond Cyclists 2632
Kevin Manaugh
Professor
McGill University
Episode: Beyond Cyclists 2632
Ben Gerhardstein
Advocate / Walk Bike Berkeley representative
Walk Bike Berkeley
Episode: Beyond Cyclists 2632
Lo Sontag
Journalist; author of Bicycles Are Partisan Now
Episode: We're Not Copenhagen 26/31
Stephan Gosling
Professor of Tourism; research on social costs of automobility
Linneaus University, Sweden
Episode: We're Not Copenhagen 26/31
Robert Prinz
Community advocate; representative of Bike East Bay
Bike East Bay
Episode: We're Not Copenhagen 26/31
Ben Frommagen
Rider and community advocate
San Francisco/Bike Community
Episode: Bike Hope Versus Bike Hate 26/30

Hosts

Taylor Nichols
Host of Bike Talk with involvement across Bike Talk / CRSP / LA Eco-Village Institute.
Nick Richard
Co-host with frequent affiliation to Bike Talk and related organizational collaborations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Must listen podcast

    I wrote a review for Bike Talk in March, 2026. Somehow, the rating shows as 3 stars - NOT INTENTIONAL ! It is definitely a 5 Star podcast.I love this show even more now. Taylor’s trip across the US (and the wonderful interviews that go with it) keep me waiting for the next episode to drop.

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    5
    Baltimore-Fred
    United States2 months ago
  • Entertaining and Informative

    Thank you for making the world a better place. Appreciate the stories, insights, and updates!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mast8ce
    United States2 months ago
  • Consistently excellent show, covering bicycle stories from LA to Chicago to NYC.

    Bike Talk is the one podcast I never miss. It is about more than bicycle advocacy, although Nick and Taylor have lots of bicycle advocate guests and that is always informative. It is really about the joy that riding a bicycle can bring to EVERYONE. From children to people with disabilities, older people, people who never learned to ride until well into their adulthood. All these groups need places to ride safely, without fear. There is a lot going on across the country and Bike Talk somehow cov... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    escalator66
    United States3 months ago
  • Liberating

    The in-depth nature of bicycles and culture doesn’t get spoken about enough, Bike Talk on every episode has guest speakers who are educated and practiced in what they discuss about bicycle culture and how it impacts everyone’s life.

    Nick and Taylor aren’t hosts full of themselves, they are here to tell the ever unfolding story of the bicycle.

    The opinions of lawmakers, politicians, blue collar, white collar, everyone has a seat at the Bike Talk Table.

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    TimSoulsurfer
    United States5 months ago
  • Listen to “Bike Talk”

    If you have any interest in cycling, you should be listening to this podcast. It is a great source of bike news from across the country. It is also something like a variety show, with relevant and varied interviews. The hosts have appropriate conversation, but they do not waste your time with endless banter. I am very fortunate that I came across it.

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    3
    Baltimore Fred
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

High-quality mix of travel stories and policy depth.
Some listeners feel interview pacing could be tighter in longer episodes.
Consistently informative and action-oriented for advocates and sponsors.
Engaging, insightful guests and practical city-level takeaways.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Beyond Cyclists 2632
Q: How do you get non-cyclists to support bike infrastructure?
By focusing on the broader benefits beyond health, like safety, reduced congestion, and the ability for more people—especially children—to travel safely; and by presenting a practical, neighborhood-focused narrative that ties cycling to personal freedoms and fairness.
We're Not Copenhagen 26/31
Q: What changes to the plan were considered to address parking concerns?
Advocates proposed preserving car parking by adjusting the cycle track design, adding loading zones and blue curb spaces, and using meters to create turnover, while prioritizing safety; opponents emphasized parking impacts but the latest plan balances mobility with safety.
We're Not Copenhagen 26/31
Q: Tell us what's going on with the Hopkins Avenue bike lane.
Robert Prinz explains that Berkeley has faced a long, contested process, with council votes, parking concerns, and shifting political support. A revised plan eventually gained broader approval, with recent council votes and measures that secure funding and pave the way for design, outreach, and construction in the coming years.
Welcome Home 26/28
Q: Is it safer to rely on autonomous vehicles than to rely on human drivers in typical city environments?
The guest argues that while autonomous vehicles can reduce some risks, the overall safety gains depend on market penetration, context, and cost structures; safety must be weighed against the loss of independence and the practical realities of deployment.
Taylor's Trip Interrupted 26/26
Q: What is your best advice for Kim and her sister planning a long ride?
Understand how to use adventure cycling maps and ride GPS interfaces, practice setting up your ride on your phone, and rely on maps to reduce anxiety and focus on scenery and experience.

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What is Bike Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A bike advocacy and culture show rooted in active urbanism, safety, and multimodal mobility. Across recent episodes, the hosts guide conversations that blend travelogues, on-the-ground advocacy, and policy analysis with guests ranging from city officials and transportation researchers to shop owners and community organizers. Topics frequently center on protected bike lanes, bike-share governance, Open Streets, and the trade-offs between car-centric design and safer streets for all. Notable is a strong emphasis on real-world projects, cross-city collaboration, and the role of public engagement in shaping multimodal infrastructure. The show often ties personal riding experiences to broader systemic issues, making it valuable for listeners who... more

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Recent guests on Bike Talk include:

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2. Jérôme Laviolette
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5. Ben Gerhardstein
6. Lo Sontag
7. Stephan Gosling
8. Robert Prinz

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