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The War on Cars

The War on Cars, LLC
Road Ecology
Climate Change
SUV Advertising
Wildlife Crossings
Corporate Advertising
Legislative Reform
Biodiversity Loss
Political Oppression
Adfree Cities
Public Space
Automobile Costs
Car Insurance
Traffic Crashes
Insurance Subrogation
Texas
Amazon Rainforest
US Forest Service
Conservation
Dallas
New York City

The War on Cars brings you news, commentary and stories about the worldwide battle to undo a century's worth of damage wrought by the automobile.

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Signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, The Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956, otherwise known as the National Interstate and Defense Highways Act, ushered in an unprecedented era of roadbuilding in the United States, becoming the largest pu... more

***This is a preview of a Patreon-exclusive bonus episode. For complete access to this and all of our bonus content, plus ad-free versions of regular episodes, merch discounts, presale tickets to live shows, and more, become a Patreon supporter of Th... more

We are back home in Brooklyn but we can't stop talking about everything we saw out on the road on our Life After Cars book tour. Listen for our takes on the second leg of our trip, which took us from Providence to Austin to Houston to Denver to Bould... more

The last few weeks have been a whirlwind as we hit the road (not in a car) to promote our new book, Life After Cars, in some of the greatest cities of North America including San Francisco, Washington, DC, Seattle, Vancouver, BC, Nanaimo, BC, Portlan... more

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Recent Guests

Amy Stelly
Artist, designer, and urban planner researching health, environmental, and social impacts of city infrastructure
Episode: The Creation of America's Car Culture, Part 2
Richard Levy
Professor emeritus of biology at Syracuse University and civil rights activist
Syracuse University
Episode: The Creation of America's Car Culture, Part 2
Jonathan Maus
Founder of Bike Portland
Bike Portland
Episode: PREVIEW: Hanging Out with Jonathan Maus of Bike Portland
Andrew Bowen
Host of the podcast Freeway Exit from KPBS
KPBS
Episode: Dispatches from Book Tour
Peter Norton
Historian and expert on car culture
University of Virginia
Episode: The Creation of America's Car Culture
Anne Hidalgo
Mayor of Paris, known for her environmental policies and urban transformation efforts.
City of Paris
Episode: PREVIEW: A Talk with Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo
Ted Mann
Reporter at Bloomberg News, covering transportation funding and policy issues
Bloomberg News
Episode: The War on the War on Cars with Ted Mann
Mathew Rodriguez
Journalist and author
Episode: PREVIEW: The Cars of TikTok
Brad Lander
The 45th Comptroller of New York City
City of New York
Episode: Political Courage with Brad Lander

Hosts

Doug Gordon
Co-host and one of the principal voices engaging in discussions about urban transport and cycling advocacy.
Sarah Goodyear
Co-host specializing in social issues related to urban transport, advocating for pedestrian-friendly cities and cycling initiatives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Genuinely Insane

    These people do not live in reality.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vepr_157
    United Statesa month ago
  • I'm Wheeling Away

    The War on Cars *was* an exceptional program, but as the ads crept in and the length of those ads got outrageous, it's now a lot more cringe than can be tolerated.

    So many other indie podcasts out there have managed to stay ad-free or keep it reasonable but not this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sup3rk1w1
    Australia7 months ago
  • Great interviews but bloated with ads

    A lot of great interviews and guest providing an interesting insight into their domain. Unfortunately, the episodes become more and more bloated with ads. Currently, the first 20% of the episode are ads plus a little bit of introduction. I understand that everyone needs money to live but its getting unbearable.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    tastychili
    Switzerland7 months ago
  • Anti-human

    Unfortunately this show is anti-human. It advocates for the opposition of Tesla Full Self-Driving, which will single-handedly save tens of thousands of lives due to reduced mistakes eliminating road-rage.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Alijah Simon
    United States9 months ago
  • Great informative pod!

    Great source of urbanist info

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Legendary614
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some criticism exists regarding the increasing number of advertisements during episodes.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous commentary on urban issues and car dependency.
Listeners express a desire for broader discussions that also include various aspects of urban design and climate issues.
The content is described as essential for those interested in urban development and advocacy against car-centric policies.
Many reviews commend the diverse perspectives and high-quality guest appearances.

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Apple Podcasts
#233
India/Society & Culture

Talking Points

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PREVIEW: Hanging Out with Jonathan Maus of Bike Portland
Q: How did you put it in the book?
Maus referenced a Marshall McLuhan quote about fish not knowing water, comparing it to how we overlook the omnipresence of cars in our lives.
Welcome to Life After Cars
Q: Can you share a particular part or story from the book that you are excited for readers to learn about?
The transformation of Ghent and my personal connection with a story about my daughter in the chapter about kids is something I'm really looking forward to sharing.
Welcome to Life After Cars
Q: What did you feel was different about this writing process compared to your previous experiences?
There was a sense of responsibility to go deep into the research and writing without the usual deadlines, giving it a more academic rigor.
The War on the War on Cars with Ted Mann
Q: Can you tell us what's going on with this story?
Ted explains that the Trump Administration is revoking previously awarded federal funding for transportation projects that do not prioritize automobile travel, calling it a direct attack on biking, walking, and public transit infrastructures.
What Makes a City a Cycling City?
Q: What does it take to make a place the best for cycling?
It requires a combination of compact urban form, mobility alternatives, infrastructure, policy making, cultural representation, and cycling advocacy.

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The podcast features discussions and insights on various aspects of urban living, focusing on the challenges posed by car-centric infrastructure and policies over the past century. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, including transportation infrastructure, urban planning, and the social and environmental impacts of car culture. Uniquely, it combines expert interviews, personal anecdotes, and commentary on contemporary movements advocating for pedestrian and cyclist-friendly urban environments. Listeners can expect to hear from historians, urban planners, and community advocates who share their experiences and research, often emphasizing the importance of sustainable transportation and community-based initiatives.

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Recent guests on The War on Cars include:

1. Amy Stelly
2. Richard Levy
3. Jonathan Maus
4. Andrew Bowen
5. Peter Norton
6. Anne Hidalgo
7. Ted Mann
8. Mathew Rodriguez

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