The Ways We Move
"The Ways We Move" is a cutting-edge podcast that explores the fascinating world of human mobility in all its forms. From groundbreaking innovations in transportation to the future of how we navigate our planet and beyond, this show delves deep into the heart of movement. Hosted by industry veteran Nicolas Zart, episodes feature in-depth insights, and conversations with industry leaders, visionaries, and influential stakeholders who are shaping the future of mobility. Listeners will gain exclusive insights into: Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and its potential to revolutionize urban transportation. Autonomous vehicles and their impact on our daily lives. Sustainable mobility solutions, including electric vehicles and smart city infrastructure. High-speed rail networks and their role in transforming long-distance travel Space exploration and the future of interplanetary movement. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a transportation professional, or simply curious about the future of mobility, "The Way We Move" offers a unique perspective on the innovations that are redefining how we traverse our world and beyond. Join us as we uncover the latest trends, challenges, and breakthroughs in the ever-evolving landscape of human movement. Subscribe now to stay at the forefront of the mobility revolution and gain valuable insights from the movers and shakers who are driving us into the future.
Episodes
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In this episode of The Ways We Move, host Nicolas Zart sits down with aviation veteran David Ison to explore the evolving landscape of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). With decades of experience as a pilot, educator, and now aviation planner at the Washington State Department of Transportation, David shares his unique perspective on the real-world challenges and opportunities ...
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Today, Nicolas reflects on the journey from 1950s urban helicopter shuttles to the cutting-edge world of advanced air mobility (AAM). He shares insights on why early urban air mobility (UAM) didn’t scale, how electric propulsion and battery advances have changed the game, and why the future is al...
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In this episode of The Ways We Move, I sit with Sean Borman, CEO of AeroAuto Global who joins us to discuss the evolving landscape of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and the pivotal role of consumer education and infrastructure in shaping the future of air taxis.
We explore the importance of safety, public perception, and the challenges of securing investment in this emerging ...
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Hydrogen & Ammonia: Revolutionizing Clean Energy with Catalysis!
In this episode of The Ways We Move, host Nicolas Zart sits down with David Hughes and Kevin Fothergill, the founders of Catalysis, to explore the cutting edge of clean energy innovation.
Discover how their company is harnessing the problematic transportation of hydrogen using ammonia to tackle the challen...
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Join host Nicolas Zart and guest Mats Larsson for an in-depth conversation on the current state and future of electric mobility in Europe.
This episode dives into the challenges and opportunities facing electric vehicles (EVs), including the critical need for power supply expansion, infrastructure development, and strategic thinking in the global energy transition. Discove...
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In this episode of The Ways We Move, host Nicolas Zart speaks with Ken Karklin, CEO of Pivotal, about the company’s journey from its origins as Opener to its current focus on the Helix ultralight aircraft.
Ken discusses his extensive background in technology and aviation, including his time at AeroVironment, and shares insights into the development of the BlackFly and Heli...
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Welcome to The Ways We Move podcast—the channel dedicated to uncovering the innovative mobility solutions shaping our future.
From NASA to eVTOL Startups: Oscar Lara on the Future of Advanced Air Mobility
In this episode of The Ways We Move, host Nicolas sits down with Oscar Lara, PhD (Aerospace Engineer & CEO of Apbey), to explore the cutting edge of Advanced Air Mobil...
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From Wine Bottles to Spacecraft: Cork’s Silent Revolution in Mobility!
In this episode of The Ways We Move, Nicolas Zart uncorks the untold story of a material quietly reshaping sustainable mobility—from NASA’s Mars landers to BMW’s electric vehicles, rail, maritime, and more.
🔊 Key Insights:
- Space-Tested: How cork shields spacecraft during re-entry (and why NASA is eyei...
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Welcome to The Ways We Move podcast—the channel dedicated to uncovering the innovative mobility solutions shaping our future.
In this The Ways We Move episode, Nicolas Zart and Clint Harper dive deeper into the human side of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)—why policies fail, how communities get left behind, and what it takes to build transportation systems that last.
🔊 Key Ta...
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In this episode of The Ways We Move, host Nicolas Zart sits down with Clint Harper from Harper 4d— an industry expert on aviation and airport strategist, urban planner, and advocate for equitable mobility—to explore how airports are evolving into resilient, multi-modal hubs for the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) era.
🔊 Key Takeaways:
· Why airports must pivot from "avi...
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🚁 In this follow-up episode of The Ways We Move, we continue our conversation with “Mr. Infrastructure” himself, Rex Alexander, diving even deeper into the nuts and bolts of Advanced Air Mobility infrastructure and standards.
🔍 In this episode, we discuss:
- 🛬 Multi-FATO and TLOF configurations at eSTOL ports
- 🛥️ Floating and pier-style eSTOL ports on lakes, rivers, and ...
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🚁 Welcome to Part 1 of our deep dive with Rex Alexander, founder of Five-Alpha, LLC, and one of the most respected voices in the aviation world, often known as Mr. Infrastructure.
With decades of experience in military, emergency, and commercial aviation, Rex brings unmatched expertise on heliports, vertiports, and now the evolving multiport infrastructure shaping Advance...
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Electric Mobility Through the Ages: A Self-Interview with Nicolas Zart.
In this solo episode of The Ways We Move, I dive deep into the historical evolution of electric mobility—from early electric vehicles (EVs) and the emergence of advanced air mobility (AAM) to innovations in electric maritime and railway systems. I also explore how to...
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In this special interlude episode of The Ways We Move, I take a moment to reflect on what we’ve covered so far—conversations with visionaries in advanced air mobility, electric aviation, sustainability, and mobility innovation—and give you a sneak peek at what’s coming next.
This episode is a pause to reconnect, refocus, and share the vision behind this podcast: exploring n...
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In our second Women in Mobility, The Ways We Move, speaks to Professor Sarah Nilsson — aviation attorney and faculty at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University—to talk about her inspiring career in both conventional aviation and the emerging Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry.
Sarah shares her journey as a woman navigating and leading in a historically male-dominated field, ...
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In this episode of The Ways We Move, I sit down with an old friend, Marc Ausman, VP of Sales and Support at Electra.aero, a company pioneering electric Short Takeoff and Landing (eSTOL) aircraft.
We dive into why eSTOLs may have a major advantage over eVTOLs, including:
🚀 Easier Certification – They align more closely with existing aviation regulations.
🌙 Night ...
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In this episode of The Ways We Move, I chat with Kyle Field, a longtime colleague and expert in the EV industry, about the modern realities of EV ownership in the USA. We cover hot topics such as the new administration’s influence on EV policies, strategies to handle vandalism, and how to enjoy off-roading in your Tesla Model X without risking your warranty. Tune in for a...
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In this episode of The Ways We Move, I sit down with my good friend Jose Rodriguez, Managing Director of Bluenest by Globalvia, to discuss the real-world approach to Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) infrastructure.
Jose brings extensive aviation experience and a grounded perspective on how we can successfully implement AAM through a crawl, walk, run philosophy. From mobile verti...
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In this episode of The Ways We Move, we interview Curtis Grad from Modalis.ca about his hands-on experience with Advanced Air Mobility (AAM).
We discuss the industry's challenges and why we need to start by crawling, then walking, and finally running to achieve success in AAM innovation.
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In this episode of The Ways We Move turns two months. What a ride it has been so far. After a few are asking for sponsorship opportunities, we're ready to offer packages.
Tune in on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and more for insights into how we’re transforming the future of mobility.
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