Today Nic, Ethan and Sully are joined by Aaron of The Goose to discuss various pressing topics such as climate change, and the political landscape in Canada. Aaron runs a YouTube channel focused on climate issues from a Canadian perspective. The conversation explores the intersection of climate change and housing, the challenges posed by neoliberalism, and the complexities of development regulations. They also delve into the concept of carbon tax, its implications, and the externalities associated with environmental policies. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of carbon tax implementation, discussing its economic implications and the challenges of consumer acceptance. They also explore the contentious issue of parking fees, particularly in urban settings, and how these fees intersect with social equity and accessibility. The discussion shifts to transportation infrastructure in Texas, highlighting the stark contrast between funding for highways and public transit initiatives, ultimately questioning the priorities of government spending. In this episode, the hosts discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding bike lanes in Toronto, highlighting the political implications and community responses.

The Goose: https://www.youtube.com/@The_Goose_Media

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Sully: https://www.youtube.com/@Sullyville

Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit

Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor

Links:

Vancouver Paid Parking: https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/vancouver-beach-parking-free-paid

TxDOT HSR Grant: https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/transportation/2025/04/14/518800/houston-to-dallas-high-speed-rail-loses-64-million-amtrak-grant-in-cost-cutting-measure-by-feds/

Doug Ford Bike Lane Update: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ontario-open-to-compromise-toronto-bike-lanes-1.7505724

Today Ethan and Nic are joined by Sully of Sullyville who is now a regular host! The guys talk about Gaps in SEPTA funding, Translinks plans to build and own their own housing and commercial hubs and the worst urbanist article of the week.

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Patreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism

Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rz

Sully: https://www.youtube.com/@Sullyville

Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit

Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor

Links:

Translink TOD: https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/translink-coquitlam-central-station-park-and-ride-transit-oriented-development-update

SEPTA: https://www.rideprt.org/siteassets/inside-the-pa/media-center/press-releases/2025/03202025release.pdf

We need sprawl: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/10/magazine/suburban-sprawl-texas.html

In this episode Nic Laporte and Ethan Meyers welcome Clarence, the creator behind Street Films. They discuss Clarence's extensive work in urbanism and cycling, the importance of Creative Commons for sharing footage, and the evolution of cycling infrastructure in cities like New York and Portland. The conversation also touches on the influence of the Netherlands on urban planning and the challenges faced by engineers in North America. Throughout the episode, the hosts reflect on their experiences and insights into the future of urban cycling and transportation. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various urbanism topics, including the pedestrianization efforts in Vancouver, the usage of city bikes, and the implications of congestion pricing. They explore the importance of accessibility in transportation and address audience questions, emphasizing the need for fact-based policy and community engagement in urban planning.

https://www.streetfilms.org/

https://www.youtube.com/@StreetfilmsCommunity

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X(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20

Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecities

Ethan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransit

Nic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoor

Links:

South Coast Rail: https://www.mbta.com/projects/south-coast-rail