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Open Space Radio is a podcast for park and recreation professionals and outdoor advocates that aims to share inspiring and engaging stories about community, connection, and the impact of local parks and recreation. New episodes are released every other Tuesday. Open Space Radio is the official podcast of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) — Because everyone deserves a great park.

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Latest Episodes

On this very special episode of Open Space Radio, we discuss all things 2025 NRPA Annual Conference! It’s hard to believe we’ll be in Orlando with thousands of our friends, colleagues and peers in just a few days.

If you’ll be in Orlando, please co... more

This Pride Month, we are proud to spotlight the powerful work happening in Maryland to build more inclusive and welcoming park and recreation spaces for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Way back in September 2024, Christina attended the second annual Mary... more

Earlier this spring, we had the chance to attend an incredible event in Washington, D.C., where we caught up with Akiima Price, co-founder and program advisor for Friends of Anacostia Park — an organization with a mission to enrich the lives of D.C. ... more

Happy Earth Month! On today’s episode, we’re excited to share a collaboration with NRPA’s new podcast, Guardians of Greenspaces.

Guardians of Greenspaces is a podcast focused on conservation from a park and recreation maintenance lens. Hosted by R... more

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Recent Guests

Bernita Reese
Director of Recreation and Parks for City of Columbus, Ohio
City of Columbus
Episode: Sustainability and Environmental Resilience in Parks — Episode 163
Ali Rhodes
Director of Parks and Recreation for City of Boulder, Colorado
City of Boulder
Episode: Sustainability and Environmental Resilience in Parks — Episode 163
Michele White
Senior Program Manager for NRPA
National Recreation and Park Association
Episode: Sustainability and Environmental Resilience in Parks — Episode 163
Jamiah Flagg
Operations Coordinator at Douglasville Parks and Recreation
Douglasville Parks and Recreation
Episode: From Newcomer to Seasoned Professional: Navigating the NRPA Annual Conference — Episode 162
Danielle Hunter
Chief of the Roving Leaders Program at the DC Department of Parks and Recreation
DC Department of Parks and Recreation
Episode: Roving Leaders: Decades of Empowering Youth in D.C. — Episode 161
Nichole Bohner
Aquatics Division manager
City of Round Rock, Texas
Episode: NRPA Annual Conference Tips for First-Time Attendees — Episode 160
Sarah Olson
Public Works Deputy Director of Engineering
Planning and Development Services at City of Kirkland, Washington
Episode: NRPA Annual Conference Tips for First-Time Attendees — Episode 160
Eric Lopez
District Superintendent of Parks and Recreation
City of Fort Worth, Texas
Episode: NRPA Annual Conference Tips for First-Time Attendees — Episode 160
Lisa Shore
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Anne Arundel County, Maryland
Episode: NRPA Annual Conference Tips for First-Time Attendees — Episode 160

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Court Jones
Host of Open Space Radio

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Adaptive Recreation

    Massive kudos to hosts and guests on the recent episode highlighting Charlottesville’s Adaptive Rec program.

    Caitlin’s commitment to and support of recreational opportunities for EVERYONE is what makes this program a success.

    Advocate, advocate, advocate!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pear2019
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too liberal for my tastes

    I am a Parks and Recreation professional, but I am a bit tired of such left leaning articles. I wish you would just keep liberal politics out of your content.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mokeyt3/35
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this Blog & Podcast!

    As both an outdoors enthusiast and parks & recreation professional, I am impressed with Open Space! I just listened to the episode about Fireflies, in which their knowledgeable guests cover everything from family-friendly activites to park management conservation strategies, and so much more. This epidose inspried me to start thinking about how we might include fireflies in with the programming we offer at our parks. I am now a subcriber and am looking forward to every episode- Great work!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    colleen-sharkey-ohio
    United States5 years ago
  • Surprisingly delightful

    Didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I did.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RB7285
    United States6 years ago
  • Keep it up!

    The more conversations around parks and recreation, the better. I like how Open Space Radio is talking to experts inside and outside of the field to educate professionals about trends and news. It's refreshing to know that NRPA and others are providing a new avenue (the podcast) to learn about this information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Becks!!!!
    United States8 years ago

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Some listeners express a desire for more balanced political content, while many enjoy the progressive discussions on sustainability and inclusivity.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into community-driven topics and the emphasis on professional growth.
The quality of guests is frequently praised for their expertise and insights into parks and recreation challenges.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Celebrating Pride: The Power of Partnership and Allyship — Episode 155
Q: Can you just share why you feel it's important to connect individuals with the outdoors and nature?
We are trying to cultivate new experiences...we will win them over as long as we can give them a positive new experience and then also everything is at no cost to them.
Celebrating Pride: The Power of Partnership and Allyship — Episode 155
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about yourselves, your backgrounds and the work you do for your community?
My name is Grant Frailich. I am the founder of the Pride Tree...we do a lot of different work, but our primary program is our Camp Pride Tree Overnight Summer Camp.
Sustainability and Environmental Resilience in Parks — Episode 163
Q: How does equity inform your sustainability work?
Equity is central to our work, especially in addressing how climate change impacts marginalized communities the hardest.
Sustainability and Environmental Resilience in Parks — Episode 163
Q: What is NRPA's Sustainability in Practice program?
It's an accelerator program for agencies beginning their journey to environmental sustainability, focusing on practical implementation, community partnerships, and best practices.
Sustainability and Environmental Resilience in Parks — Episode 163
Q: Michele, what does sustainability and environmental resilience mean in the context of Parks and Recreation?
It's about meeting the needs of today while ensuring future generations have the resources they need, incorporating community resilience, and considering environmental impacts.

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Focused on the themes of community engagement and sustainability, the content features experts discussing the intersection of environmental responsibility and public health within parks and recreational spaces. Episodes capture insights on various initiatives, such as the Roving Leaders Program aimed at youth development and unique perspectives on making outdoor areas more accessible to diverse populations. The discussion often includes essential topics related to professional development opportunities and resources for park and recreation professionals, as well as emphasizing the role of parks in urban environments, especially concerning climate change.

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1. Bernita Reese
2. Ali Rhodes
3. Michele White
4. Jamiah Flagg
5. Danielle Hunter
6. Nichole Bohner
7. Sarah Olson
8. Eric Lopez

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