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On Cities

By: Carie Penabad
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  • Did you know that the quality of our daily lives is directly influenced by the design of our built environment?
    Carie Penabad
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Episodes
  • Building Small: The Power of Incremental Urbanism

    Building Small: The Power of Incremental Urbanism
    Apr 19 2024
    In this next episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with Andrew Frey, Director of the City of Miami's Department of Real Estate. As a former developer and zoning lawyer, Andrew brings a wealth of experience to the table as he discusses the fundamental importance of incremental urbanism. Drawing from his extensive research and collaborations, Andrew articulates the value of small-scale urban development, not only rooted in time-tested principles of good urban design but also supported by empirical evidence showing that such environments foster diversity and equity. Don't miss this insightful conversation on shaping the future of our cities. Tune in Friday, April 19th at 11:00 AM EST, 8:00 AM PST, on the Voice America network, and catch up on all previous episodes.
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    1 hr
  • Dignity in Design: The Work of MASS DESIGN GROUP

    Dignity in Design: The Work of MASS DESIGN GROUP
    Apr 12 2024
    Welcome to ON CITIES, where we explore the ways that the design of the built environment shapes the quality of our lives. Today, we will be speaking with Alan Ricks, the co-founder and chief operating officer of MASS Design Group. Established on the belief that architecture is more than just buildings, MASS is a global team of over 200 professionals from diverse disciplines, united by a shared vision of architecture as a force for positive change. With a focus on creating purposeful, healing and hopeful design, MASS continues to redefine the role of architecture in confronting history, shaping narratives and fostering collective healing and resilience within communities worldwide. Join us on the Voice America Variety Channel this Friday, April 12th at 11:00 AM EST, 8:00 AM PST as we delve into the transformative power of architecture.
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    1 hr
  • The Affordable City

    The Affordable City
    Apr 5 2024
    In the next episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with Shane Phillips, author of The Affordable City. From Los Angeles to Miami, American cities are struggling to address the challenges of high housing costs and household instability. Phillips believes that effectively tackling the housing crisis requires that cities support both housing abundance and tenant protections; and his research offers us more than 50 policy recommendations to achieve affordability and increase community resilience through local action. Tune in Friday, April 5th at 11:00 AM EST, 8:00 AM PST on the Voice America Variety Channel; and listen to all previous episodes on your favorite podcast platform. https://www.voiceamerica.com/show/4119/on-cities
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    1 hr
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