EPISODE · Jul 25, 2025 · 30 MIN
Designing Places to Play: The Role of Recreation in Resilient Cities
from Shock Talk · host Sheila Shockey
In this special Parks and Recreation Month episode of Shock Talk, host Cara Elbert sits down with her husband Jared Elbert, Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Grandview, Missouri, to explore how public spaces are more than just places to play—they’re vital infrastructure for building healthier, more inclusive, and more resilient communities. From equity in park access to climate-smart design, this episode unpacks the transformative power of recreation in urban planning. Tune in to hear how cities are reimagining parks as hubs for connection, sustainability, and community wellbeing—and learn how you can be part of the movement to prioritize public space in shaping tomorrow’s cities.
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In this special Parks and Recreation Month episode of Shock Talk, host Cara Elbert sits down with her husband Jared Elbert, Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Grandview, Missouri, to explore how public spaces are more than just places to play—they’re vital infrastructure for building healthier, more inclusive, and more resilient communities. From equity in park access to climate-smart design, this episode unpacks the transformative power of recreation in urban planning. Tune in to hear how cities are reimagining parks as hubs for connection, sustainability, and community wellbeing—and learn how you can be part of the movement to prioritize public space in shaping tomorrow’s cities.
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