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A podcast about growth and progress. www.abundancepod.com

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This week, we’re hosting a Christmas Quiz – all about transport, infrastructure, urbanism… and all the stuff we usually talk about, basically.

The quiz master is Only Connect question-writer Stephen Jorgenson-Murray.

On James’s team we have the exc... more

James explains why the National Grid’s queuing system is maddeningly broken – and how the government is trying to fix it. Martin takes us back to World War II to tell the story of an extraordinary railway bridge in Weston-super-Mare. And we speak Lon... more

The London Assembly has called for the Mayor to restart HS2 planning, so we dig into Crossrail 2 – and how construction has already (sort of) started. Martin has been down in the dumps, literally, and has been figuring out why Oxfordshire has an enor... more

We dig into the findings from the Independent Nuclear Taskforce led by John Fingleton, on why Britain is so bad at building nuclear energy, and what we can do to fix it. And we speak to Shadow Secretary of State For Energy Security and Net Zero, Clai... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Jorgenson-Murray
Quiz master and question writer for Only Connect
Only Connect
Episode: The Abundance Christmas Quiz!
James Small-Edwards
Member of the London Assembly
London Assembly
Episode: Network connectivity problems
Laura Ryan
Senior analyst for science and technology policy at the Tony Blair Institute
Tony Blair Institute
Episode: Crossrail 2 ...and a big pile of rubbish
Claire Coutinho
Shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero
Labour Party
Episode: Nuclear winter? More like Nuclear Christmas!
Fabian Chessell
One of the founders of the DATA Alliance, focused on improving data sharing across government departments.
Episode: Build Baby Build (Near Train Stations)
Ivan Jordan
An architect based in Exeter involved in building and design.
Episode: Why Manchester should bid for the Olympics
Ed Jennings
Founder and editor of local newsletters Kent Current and Local Authority
Kent Current and Local Authority
Episode: Let's build a tunnel to the Isle of Wight!
David Thomas
CEO of Barratt Redrow, involved in the development of housing solutions
Barratt Redrow
Episode: Why a new build is better than your house
Tym Syrytczyk
Think tanker and thinker on all things autonomous cars
Paradigm Junction
Episode: Don't have a cow, man!

Hosts

James O'Malley
Co-host of The Abundance Agenda, engaging discussions on infrastructure, energy policies, and public transport.
Martin Robbins
Co-host of The Abundance Agenda, recognized for critical analysis of infrastructure and political discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • I like the podcast but

    I’m afraid I can’t stomach any more of Martin’s constant slagging-off of anywhere he doesn’t live. I’m out

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JimmyTheWheels
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • Outstanding if infuriating

    A great pod that describes in painful detail the pathetic vested interested that want to keep the UK poor. From Natural England to the NIMBY Tory set - it’s really a tragedy. Listen and weep. Well done fellas - keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gageueheuege hi geeheyeh
    United States2 months ago
  • Vital information presented with self deprecating humour

    The central theme is that humans - in particular those who live in Britain - need to have abundant clean energy with affordable housing and excellent public transport in order to make the best of their lives.

    Oh, and save the planet as a bonus.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JKarStrae
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • This has become my essential Monday morning listen

    Really great podcast that takes you through the insanity of current planning laws in the UK that are hindering growth and development, from bat tunnels, to NIMBY local councillors imposing ridiculous restrictions on access roads, to councils refusing to engage in fixing a private road that featured in the local plans. Absolute must listen to understand why many think Britain is broken planning wise, but also how to fix it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amfbkk
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Best British podcast about building stuff

    My new favourite podcast - topics judged perfectly, interviewees chosen well and great level of detail on everything discussed. A must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    duderowls
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Listeners enjoy the blend of humor and insightful commentary, praising the depth of discussions related to infrastructure and energy.
Many appreciate the podcast's role in illuminating the complexities of planning laws and initiative challenges in the UK.

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Network connectivity problems
Q: What's the really striking takeaway from this?
A lot of housing in West London had to be delayed due to the proliferation of data centers.
Crossrail 2 ...and a big pile of rubbish
Q: What are you proposing to improve the situation?
Ryan proposes creating disruptive invention laboratories to support high-risk, long-term projects, focusing on diverse teams of early career researchers.
Crossrail 2 ...and a big pile of rubbish
Q: What is the problem with how Britain does science at present?
Laura Ryan explains that the primary issues include short-termism due to grant applications, which hinders long-term projects and encourages risk-averse behavior among scientists.
Nuclear winter? More like Nuclear Christmas!
Q: What is a better approach to energy policy according to you?
Coutinho proposes to make electricity really cheap instead of regulating its use, allowing the market to dictate energy consumption effectively.
Nuclear winter? More like Nuclear Christmas!
Q: What were some of the specific problems that you saw with the Climate Change Act?
Coutinho argues that the Act's focus on domestic emissions led to outsourcing emissions to countries like China, and promotes a centrally planned approach that stifles economic performance and energy affordability.

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