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Untitled Planning

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Welcome to the Untitled Planning Podcast, through interviews with real-world experts, professors, and changemakers, to simplify and spark conversations about the world of urban and community development. Our mission to explore the untitled dimensions of urban planning, we aim to democratize knowledge about what shapes the cities, regions, and communities we call home.

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There is No Housing Boogeyman: Unpacking Toronto's Housing Crisis with Mark Richardson of Housing Now Toronto

Season 1 · Episode 10

Saturday, November 30, 2024 • Duration 59:40

If you’ve ever wondered why finding an affordable place to live feels like searching for a needle in a haystack, and wondered what we can do about it, then this episode is for you!

Today, we’re thrilled to have Mark Richardson the Senior Technical Leader of Housing Now Toronto and Chief Technology Officer at Rich Analytics. He’s here to share insights on how data and technology are helping to address Toronto’s housing crisis. From innovative solutions to tracking progress, Mark will shed light on how Housing Now is paving the way for a more affordable future and how Toronto can hit its ambitious targets.

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To find out more about the guests, this series, and access show notes visit: www.untitledplanning.com

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Muslims in Public Space – A Conversation with Mehedi Khan

Season 1 · Episode 9

Saturday, November 30, 2024 • Duration 49:00

In this episode, we sit down with Mehedi Khan, a planner and one of the visionaries behind Muslims in Public Space (MiPS). We dive into the role of identity in urban design, the importance of community involvement in placemaking, and how MiPS is using art and public spaces to challenge Islamophobia. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on creating more inclusive cities.

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0:00 Video Summary

1:00 What Is MIPS

3:00 Partnerships & Challenges

12:00 Challenges

16:00 Islamophobia and Space

35:00 Advice for Aspiring Civic Leaders

47:00 Final Remarks

48:00 Outro

This episode is brought to you by Untitled Planning

To find out more about the guests, this series, and access show notes visit: www.untitledplanning.com

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The Art of Making Cities Alive: Q&A on Cultural Planning | Margaux Weinrib (Pt.1)

Season 1 · Episode 6

Monday, February 5, 2024 • Duration 31:20

Join us in Part 1 of our conversation where Alexandra chats with Margaux Weinrib a cultural planner who works at MASSIV Art. Together they explore what is placemaking, the role arts and culture plays in cities, and share insights about working in the public arts sector in Toronto.

Stay tuned for the next two parts of their discussion to learn more! 🏙️ Key Discussion Points: - What is Cultural Planning? - How to get into Cultural Planning? - How investing in public arts and cultural initiatives is the key to livable cities - Cities leading the way in placemaking and cultural planning 🤔 Still Curious? To learn more about Margaux and the MASSIV Art make sure to visit: https://massivart.com/ 🔔 Don't Miss Out! Subscribe for more engaging discussions on urban planning, public art, and the future of our cities! Let's shape our cities together for a sustainable and inclusive future. ⚡ Get Involved & Learn More! To head on over to our website, social media, or propose topics for upcoming videos please visit: https://linktr.ee/untitledplanning

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Is Living on Fire Stations the Answer to the Housing Crisis | Professor Matti Siemiatycki (Pt. 2)

Season 1 · Episode 5

Tuesday, January 16, 2024 • Duration 34:45

Join us in this episode as we delve into the future of city development! From innovative housing solutions to using unconventional spaces, we explore creative mixed-use development as a solution to the housing crisis. Professor Matti Siemiatycki, our expert urban planner, shares insights on living above fire stations, revitalizing public spaces, and reimagining land use to promote affordable housing. 🏙️ Key Discussion Points: - Exploring living spaces above fire stations and their role in addressing the housing crisis. - Matti's comparative analysis of public spaces in Toronto vs Montreal. - Insights into the greenbelt scandal and its impact on city planning. - Innovative ways to utilize unconventional areas like malls for affordable housing. 🤔 Still Curious? To learn more about creative mixed-use, watch our latest video: • Is Creative Mixed-Use the Future of Cities? To learn more about Matti and the Infrastructure Institute make sure to visit: https://infrastructureinstitute.ca/ 🔔 Don't Miss Out! Subscribe for more engaging discussions on urban planning, innovative housing solutions, and the future of our cities! Let's shape our cities together for a sustainable and inclusive future. ⚡ Get Involved & Learn More! To head on over to our website, social media, or propose topics for upcoming videos please visit: https://linktr.ee/untitledplanning Credits: - Closing Music: Michael Quigley

Unlocking the Future of Cities: Creative Mixed-Use Development | Professor Matti Siemiatycki (Pt. 1)

Season 1 · Episode 4

Sunday, January 14, 2024 • Duration 32:08

In this episode, we deep dive into the realm of creative mixed-use development! Join Matti as he introduces insights from the Infrastructure Institute, delves into social purpose real estate for non-profits, and discusses the pressing need for affordable housing through innovative mixed-use projects. Gain a global perspective as Matti shares lessons learned from his travels to various cities worldwide and reflects on Toronto's urban potential. Plus, discover his firsthand experiences teaching urban planning at Canada's leading university. 🏙️ Key Topics Covered: - Introduction to the Infrastructure Institute and its role in urban innovation. - Training insights on social purpose real estate for non-profit organizations. - Exploring the quest for affordable housing through creative mixed-use developments. - Lessons learned from global city travels and insights on Toronto's urban landscape. - Matti's experiences teaching urban planning at a top Canadian university. 🤔 Still Curious? To learn more about creative mixed-use, watch our latest video: • Is Creative Mixed-Use the Future of Cities? To learn more about Matti and the Infrastructure Institute make sure to visit: https://infrastructureinstitute.ca/ 🔔 Stay Updated! Subscribe for more captivating discussions on urban planning, innovative developments, and the future of urban spaces! Don't miss out on shaping the cities of tomorrow with us. ⚡ Get Involved & Learn More! To head on over to our website, social media, or propose topics for upcoming videos please visit: https://linktr.ee/untitledplanning Credits: - Closing Music: Michael Quigley

The Urban Form and The Mental State | Dela Farzanfar

Season 1 · Episode 13

Friday, August 23, 2024 • Duration 59:10

With a diverse background spanning architecture, neuroscience, and psychology, Dela shares insights into her unique journey and the inspirations behind her work, and valuable insights and advice to urban planners, architects, and urbanists on creating mentally and emotionally supportive spaces for diverse communities within cities. Key themes of this episode include: - The rise of urban isolation and the epidemic of loneliness - The importance of considering immigrants' experiences in urban environments - The neurocognitive aspects of creativity and mental wellness and their impact on the design of our cities Guest Bio: Delaram Farzanfar, a Ph.D. candidate in Psychology at the University of Toronto, brings a multifaceted background to her research. Focused on the neurocognitive elements of human creativity and its relation to well-being, she also serves as a registered psychotherapist in Ontario, dedicated to improving mental health accessibility. With expertise spanning architecture and neuroscience, Delaram contributes a distinctive viewpoint as a junior fellow at Massey College and a graduate fellow at the School of Cities, University of Toronto. Untitled Planning Information: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/untitledplanning Instagram: / untitledplanning Youtube: / @untitledplanning Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro to Untitled Planning 2:00 Dela Introduces Herself 6:50 Neurocognitive Impact on Creativity Cognitive Impact examples Literature on Urban Counter and the Impact on the Brain Impact of the Daily Commute Place Attachment and Immigrants Universal Urban Canvas The New Function of Architecture Rise of Urban Isolation Heritage Buildings Overrated Immigrants Experience in the Suburbs Takeaway for Urbanists Wrap Up

How AI & Property Tech Are Fixing the Urban Planning Problem | Devin Tu

Season 1 · Episode 12

Friday, August 9, 2024 • Duration 01:08:39

Join us for our conversation with Devin Tu, the visionary behind one of Toronto's fastest-growing property tech startups, MapYourProperty (MYP). Together we explore how Devin's platforms, MYP and Affordable 360, are revolutionizing the industry by functioning as the 'Zillow' for land development, leveraging AI and cutting-edge technology to streamline development and design processes, drive social impact, and tackle the affordable housing crisis. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the future of urban planning in the AI era and discover resources for planners interested in integrating AI-driven solutions like MYP. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned planner, this video offers invaluable advice and predictions for the evolving property tech landscape. 🔍 Key Discussion Points: - Learn about Map Your Property (MYP), Affordable 360, and other AI apps supporting city-building - Whether or not urban planners should fear AI taking over their jobs - Tips on how to leverage AI in urban planning processes - Guidance for aspiring planning and urban entrepreneurs entering the proptech sector. - MYP's contribution to social impact and housing for underserved communities. Guest Bio: Devin Tu is the founder of MapYourProperty (MYP), a pioneering real estate tech startup in Toronto, leads one of the fastest-growing proptech ventures in the city. Through MYP, he's streamlined planning and development in the Greater Toronto Area, drawing on over a decade of expertise in public policy, housing, and real estate to create smarter cities. To learn more visit: mapyourproperty.com and affordable360.ca. Untitled Planning Information: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/untitledplanning Instagram: / untitledplanning Youtube: AI Tools Mentioned: - - - - - Time Stamps: Intro Untitled Planning Devin Introduces Himself and His Work Devin Talks Map Your Property and Its Origins How MYP is a Better Zillow for Developers Time Saved Using AI Methods About Affordable 360 How These Apps Save Money for Non-profits Challenges of Urban Planning and Technology AI & Urban Planning AI Governance for Planning How AI Can Save Small Firms Money How to Get Started With AI and Planning Devin Signing Off and Showing Us the Different AI Apps

The Neuroscience of Well-Designed Urban Places | Dr. Colin Ellard & Studio Leonardo

Season 1 · Episode 11

Saturday, July 27, 2024 • Duration 01:15:15

In the 6th episode of our interview series, we explore the intersections of psychology, architecture, and urban design with Dr. Colin Ellard and our guest co-host, Rachel Leonardo of ‪@studio.leonardo‬ . Together we dive into the neuroscience behind wellbeing and how to use principles of psychology to design spaces and places for improved health, wayfinding, and community-building, and counter the epidemic of loneliness sweeping urban areas worldwide. About Dr. Colin Ellard Dr. Colin Ellard is a psychogeographer, neuroscientist, design consultant, and director of Urban Realities Lab, where he studies wayfinding, cognition, and emotion in the built environment. He is the author of You Are Here (2009) and Places of the Heart (2015). He is also a Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Waterloo. To learn more visit: https://colinellard.com/ About Rachel Watch our previous interview with Rachel: • Why Cities Fail Without Storytelling ... Subscribe to Rachel's channel ‪@studio.leonardo‬ 🔍 Key Discussion Points: - What is psychogeography and how to keep in - How neuroscientists use Virtual Reality (VR) to study wayfinding and the impacts of the built environment on our mental and physical health - How residential and retail environments can be designed for wellbeing - Insights from Dr. Ellard's latest books - How architecture, psychology, and urban design intersect - Advice on how to leverage psychology to design better spaces and places ⏳Timestamps 0:00 Introductions 1:30 Dr. Ellard's Background 2:10 Psychogeography of Well-Being in the Built Environment Dark Psychology of Retail and IKEA! Dr. Ellard's Book: Why We Can Find Our Way To The Moon But Not The Mall Places Of The Heart Effects Of Tech on our Social Psychology Responsive Settings Virtual Reality (VR) and Psycho-Urban Research and the Science of Wayfinding VR's Limitations in Research 42: 00 Facial Recognition and Neuro Imaging For Built Environments Neuro Principles for a Better City The Neo-Traditional Movement in Architecture What Is The Neo-Traditional Movement? Psychological Elements of Well-Designed Living Spaces The Significance of Space and Place on The Person Technology has Seduced us Final Comments Dr. Ellard Signing Off 🔔 Subscribe Now for More Urban Planning Insights! Don't miss out on future episodes where we tackle critical urban challenges and explore innovative solutions. Hit that subscribe button and stay tuned for engaging content that shapes the future of our cities! ⚡ Get Involved & Learn More! To head on over to our website, social media, or propose topics for upcoming videos please visit:

Seinfeld's Vegas Sphere Prediction, Trauma-Informed Placemaking & Counter-Monuments | Margaux Weinrib (Pt. 3)

Season 1 · Episode 8

Monday, May 6, 2024 • Duration 27:18

💡In Part 3 of Episode 4, Margaux Weinrib from MASSIV Art and Alexandra delve into current public art and cultural planning topics: - Controversy surrounding the Las Vegas Sphere and the recent MLK's Embrace monument in Boston, along with emerging trends in public art within cities. - Trauma-Informed Placemaking and insights from the Spaces for Grief Exhibition. - The rise of counter-monuments and its implications for collective memory. Join in on the conversation and leave your thoughts below! 🎬 Timestamps 01:01 Las Vegas Sphere Controversy & Seinfeld 11:10 Trauma-Informed Placemaking and the Space for Grief Exhibition 22:33 Martin Luther King (MLK) Embrace Statue in Boston and the Rise of Counter-Monuments 🤔 Still Curious? To learn more about Margaux and the MASSIV Art make sure to visit: https://massivart.com/ 💡#ICYMI find Part 1 and 2 of the series here: - Part 1: https://youtu.be/j_7L-KTwGU4 - Part 2: https://youtu.be/gXtCTU7nSKA 🔔 Don't Miss Out! Subscribe for more engaging discussions on urban planning, public art, and the future of our cities! Let's shape our cities together for a sustainable and inclusive future. ⚡ Get Involved & Learn More! To head on over to our website, social media, or propose topics for upcoming videos please visit: https://linktr.ee/untitledplanning Credits: - Closing Music: Michael Quigley

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From Blueprint to Reality: The Charter City Revolution | Heba Elhanafy (Pt. 2)

Season 1 · Episode 2

Monday, April 29, 2024 • Duration 01:28:30

Welcome to Part 2 of our discussion! Join us as we co-host with urban planner and Charter Cities Institute researcher, Heba Elhanafy. We're diving deep into the world of Charter Cities – exploring their transformative impact, dissecting the key elements behind their success, and shedding light on where they've made mistakes in the past. Heba also shares her invaluable insights from her planning experiences in Zambia and gives us a sneak peek into the forthcoming Charter Cities Atlas. But that's not all! Stay tuned for the final segment where we dive headfirst into the hottest trends and burning themes making waves across social media. You won't want to miss this dynamic wrap-up! Timestamps: 03:08 Heba introduces the Charter Cities Atlas 16:14 The history of cities and the development of charter cities around the world 20:13 Why the cities being built are being built wrong (and how to build them right)! 21:00 How do charter cities work versus regular cities (ex. Singapore) and their economic motives 25:00 How public-private partnerships (PPPs or P3s) play a big role in the development of charter cities 30:22 Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and other urban policies informing charter city development 42:54 The Charter Cities Institute's urban planning guidelines for new master planning cities 46:00 The Lusaka Urban Lab and Heba's work with community improving walkability in the city of Lusaka, Zambia 59:53 Media Review 1: Cairo's Highway Problem 1:13:44 Media Review 2: Cars vs Public Transit Debate Get Involved! Got a burning topic to pitch or dreams of being a co-host? Your voice matters! Visit the link in our bio to submit your ideas and you might just be featured in an upcoming episode. Let's keep the conversation going!

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