
Sometimes, a hot new story will cross our desks that we need to talk about right away. That's where Upzoned comes in. Join Multistudio's Abby Newsham, Strong Towns President Chuck Marohn, and other guests to talk in depth about one big story from the week in the Strong Towns conversation, right when you want it: now.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Utah wants to override local zoning to boost housing supply, but allowed by right doesn't mean possible in practice. Abby and Edward dig into the hidden barriers — complicated permits, scarce financing, and broken systems — that stop housing from act... more
Who decides when community traditions change? Lafayette, Louisiana, recently rerouted its Mardi Gras parade. The goal was to improve public safety, but the change left neighborhoods, businesses, and long-standing customs in the lurch.
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Last week, we heard how DC's outdoor dining regulations threaten local businesses. Today, urban designers Abby Newsham and Edward Erfurt explore how DC could course-correct. They share creative ways that cities can maintain safety while supporting lo... more
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Your recent episode on data centers was unbelievably timely as we just learned of a proposal to put a data center on the edge of our 1 mile square town in PA. I had no idea what to expect before listening to this podcast. I’d love to hear Chuck’s thoughts as well.
Please please please hire an editor. I don’t mind a bit of chatter, 7 minutes of uninteresting chatter to start an episode is too much.
I really want to like this show more. Abby is a great host and has interesting guests on, but when Chuck is on the show I find it hard to listen beyond even their introductions. His vibe is just off and lacks adding substantial value to the show. He also rambles far too much about his personal life.
As a result, when he’s on I almost always move on from the episode.
However, when Chuck is not on the show, I always tune in to the entire episode!
Give credibility to conspiracy theories about the 15-minute city. You can’t both side everything
Never underestimate the criminality of our local political structures. Graft is normalized and outright theft of public funds is ignored. Detroit water. Houston airport. Fiscal responsibility will never happen until we remove or redirect the incentives for local politicians to steal.
Great show!
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This podcast focuses on urban planning and community development, exploring significant recent stories and contemporary issues that affect towns and cities across the United States. The discussions often center around local economic impacts, urban design, and the balance between tradition and innovation, featuring a mix of in-depth analysis and expert guest appearances. Unique for its grassroots perspective, the podcast engages listeners with stories of local communities innovating amidst challenges such as housing crises, outdoor dining regulations, and public transit issues. It serves not only as a source of news but also as a platform for empowering citizens to understand and participate in their local governance.
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Recent guests on Upzoned include:
1. Asia Mieleszko
2. Katy Claggett
3. Norm Van Eeden Petersman
4. Andrew Ganahl
5. Jim Heid
6. Doug Barrick
7. Lisa Hutson
8. Sean Suder
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