S1E49 P&P Graham Currie on transport poverty, forced car ownership, too many cars, lack of alternatives

In this People & Projects episode of the Streets and People podcast, Professor Graham Currie, a leading expert in public transport, shares his insights on the transport challenges facing Australia. The discussion explores key issues such as transport poverty, the impact of suburban expansion, and car dependency, especially among low-income groups. Graham draws attention to the differences in transport needs between the two countries and the unique challenges Australia faces in both urban and remote areas. Listeners will hear about potential solutions like demand - responsive transit (DRT) and community transport, alongside the importance of breaking down siloed thinking in urban planning. The episode wraps up with a call for better planning, integrated policies, and innovative trials to address these complex transport issues. Prof Currie CV:  https://publictransportresearchgroup.info/our-team/staff/prof-graham-currie/ Public Transport Research Group website: https://publictransportresearchgroup.info/ Researching Transit Podcast Series:  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/researching-transit/id1504585574 www.GetAroundCaboCarFree.com.au