On Cities

On Cities

Did you know that the quality of our daily lives is directly influenced by the design of our built environment?

Episodes

March 22, 2024 60 mins
Join us for an enlightening discussion with Victor Dover, co-author of Street Design: The Secret to Great Cities and Towns. In this episode of ON CITIES, we explore critical elements lacking in modern streets, the concept of 'place' and its importance in street design, and the key design elements of great streets. Dover uncovers common misconceptions guiding the work of traffic engineers and highlights overlooked details that can g...
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In this next episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with Helle Søholt, founding partner and CEO of GEHL. Helle sheds light on GEHL's remarkable journey, challenging conventional urban paradigms and outlining a vision for a more sustainable and community-centric future. Together, we explore the guiding principles that propel GEHL's transformative projects, unveiling the sensitive solutions they bring to the design of the bu...
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In this episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with architect and educator George Knight on his preservation work at Yale University. Knight's profound dedication to architectural heritage becomes evident as he meticulously intertwines the past and the present in projects ranging from the restoration of St. Moore Chapel to the iconic Yale British Arts Center designed by Louis Kahn. His work stands as a guardian of history...
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February 23, 2024 60 mins
In this upcoming episode of ON CITIES, acclaimed author Witold Rybczynski provides a forward-looking perspective on urban planning. In discussion with host Carie Penabad, Rybczynski seamlessly weaves historical insights with future predictions, guiding listeners through the evolution of American cities from colonial planning to the 21st-century age of the market. The conversation highlights projects like the Brooklyn Bridge Park ...
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February 16, 2024 60 mins
In this episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with Anthony Garcia, co-author of Tactical Urbanism, an urban design theory that promotes swift, grassroots-driven changes to urban space. Rather than waiting for top-down transformations to cities, Tactical Urbanism empowers individuals and communities to take immediate, tangible steps to reshape their surroundings. From pop-up parks and guerrilla gardening to temporary str...
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What are the characteristics of great neighborhoods; and why do they continue to be one of the most important elements of city building and community identity today? In this episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad engages in a thought-provoking conversation with urban designer Juan Mullerat, delving into the successful strategies and innovative approaches employed in the process of revitalizing neighborhoods. Utilizing real-worl...
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In this exploration of American cultural landscapes, host Carie Penabad speaks with Yale urban historian, Elihu Rubin, as he delves into the dynamic forces shaping everyday places and the evolving nature of the built environment. Using New Haven and Boston as a canvas, Rubin highlights the interplay between society, economics, and urban change, uncovering what elements contribute to the vitality of cities and the challenges of pres...
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Join best-selling author Witold Rybczynski as he returns to ON CITIES to delve into the extraordinary life and groundbreaking work of Frederick Law Olmsted. Hailed as a pioneer in landscape architecture, Olmsted crafted some of America’s most iconic landscapes, including New York’s Central Park and the Emerald Necklace in Boston. Discover how Olmsted's diverse formative experiences in farming, writing, reporting and traveling laid ...
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January 5, 2024 60 mins
In the first ON CITIES episode of the new year, host Carie Penabad speaks with renowned author Witold Rybczynski about his latest book, The Story of Architecture. Rybczynski expertly navigates the vast history of architecture from the Stone Age to the present, showcasing how societal shifts, technological advancements and artistic expression have shaped the world’s greatest buildings. Tune in Friday, January 5th at 11:00 am EST, 8:...
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Urban policy expert and author, Diana Lind joins ON CITIES to discuss her most recent book, Brave New Home: Our Future in Smarter, Simpler, Happier Housing. Described by the New York Times as an invaluable resource that provides a new and revelatory window on a familiar challenge, Brave New Home offers a concise history of single-family housing in America and highlights the social, economic and environmental consequences of our cu...
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December 15, 2023 60 mins
In this episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with Pat Bosch, Design Director and Principal of the international design firm of Perkins & Will. With a commitment to leveraging design as a force for positive change, Bosch shares how her team develops projects that strive to merge innovation with social and environmental consciousness. Through real-world examples, Bosch presents a compelling narrative on how architectur...
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December 8, 2023 60 mins
In this episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad engages in a compelling conversation with Distinguished Professor and author Donald Shoup, exploring the profound impacts of parking on city design. Shoup delves into his three fundamental rules of parking, unveiling the transformative outcomes that emerge when cities embrace his policies. The conversation illuminates how parking reforms may be the easiest, cheapest and fastest way...
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In this next episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with architect and educator, Mark Pasnik on his co-authored book: Heroic: Concrete Architecture and the New Boston. The conversation explores the post-war architectural movement (commonly referred to as Brutalism) and the groundbreaking concrete structures that re-imagined the City of Boston during the 1960s and 1970s. Beyond a mere architectural trend, this period refle...
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In this episode of ON CITIES, AnnaLisa Meyboom discusses the future of transportation and its impact on urban form. The conversation focuses on tangible, design scenarios for the integration of autonomous vehicles, the future of electrical vehicle station planning and the ways that well-designed infrastructure can bring social value that far exceeds its initial construction expenditure. Meyboom also sheds light on how well-desi...
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November 17, 2023 60 mins
In this episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad will be speaking with Hèléne Chartier, Director of Urban Planning and Design at C40 Cities, a leading global organization dedicated to sustainable urban development. At the forefront of urban sustainability, C40 works tirelessly to forge a path towards Low Carbon Cities, our episode’s central theme. We will delve into the organization’s mission and explore best practice from around...
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In this next episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with Reed Kroloff, former editor-in-chief of Architecture magazine and Dean of the Illinois Institute of Technology College of Architecture, about the interplay between message and medium in design. We will explore the craft of visual storytelling and the ways to forge powerful connections between creators and their audiences (clients, institutions, students etc.). With...
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In this episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with writer, Henry Grabar on the hidden significance of parking and its profound impacts on the design of our cities. Grabar explores the misguided policies that have led to our car-centric culture and the ways we can shift towards a future that prioritizes people over parking. Tune in Friday, November 3rd at 11:00 AM EST, 8:00 PST on the Voice America Variety Channel to disc...
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In this upcoming episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad engages in a lively conversation with renowned educator and architect Mohsen Mostafavi. Together, they delve into the rich tapestry of Japan’s social and physical environments, exploring their historical underpinnings, current practices and future possibilities. Throughout its history, the Japanese city has served as a complex canvas for a multitude of influences and a...
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October 20, 2023 60 mins
In this episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad embarks on a visual journey through the lens of photographer Stephan Goettlicher. His evocative images transport us from the rugged landscapes of Switzerland’s Graubünden region to the delicate and vital ecosystem of South Florida’s Everglades. Goettlicher’s work serves as a bridge between our urban lives and the untamed beauty of the natural world, allowing viewers to become immer...
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In this episode of ON CITIES, host Carie Penabad speaks with renowned writer and social critic, James Kunstler. Kunstler’s global recognition is grounded in his unapologetic scrutiny of modern American society, particularly within the realms of urban planning, architecture, energy and sustainability. A steadfast critic of suburban sprawl and unchecked urban expansion, Kunstler presents an alternative vision for the future- one tha...
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