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EPISODE · Sep 25, 2024 · 28 MIN

Why are North American Suburbs So Bad? - with Not Just Bikes

from The Missing Middle Podcast · host Cara Stern, Mike Moffatt, and Meredith Martin

 @NotJustBikes is many people's gateway into urbanism, and an understanding into how much better our cities and towns can be, if we just make some policy changes.In this conversation, journalist Cara Stern, economist Mike Moffatt, Not Just Bikes creator Jason Slaughter discuss the challenges and implications of car-dependent suburbs in North America. They explore personal experiences, historical context, and the impact of legislation on urban design. The discussion also delves into economic factors influencing suburban living, the potential for transformation, and cultural attitudes towards housing.Links:Not Just Bikeshttps://www.youtube.com/c/notjustbikesSuburbs that don’t suck:Suburbs that don't Suck - Streetcar Suburbs (Riverdale, Toronto) (youtube.com)Wortley Villagehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wortley_VillageStrong Towns:https://www.strongtowns.org/The Sprawl Repair Manual https://sprawlrepair.com/home/Hosted by Mike Moffatt & Cara Stern & Sabrina MaddeauxProduced by Meredith MartinFunded by the Neptis Foundation https://neptis.org/

@NotJustBikes is many people's gateway into urbanism, and an understanding into how much better our cities and towns can be, if we just make some policy changes. In this conversation, journalist Cara Stern, economist Mike Moffatt, Not Just Bikes creator Jason Slaughter discuss the challenges and implications of car-dependent suburbs in North America. They explore personal experiences, historical context, and the impact of legislation on urban design. The discussion also delves into ec...

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