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S1E44 P&P Marco te Brömmelstroet on how to talk about transport without talking about transport

In this engaging People & Projects episode of the Streets and People podcast, join us as Marco te Brömmelstroet, a prominent voice in urban mobility and co-author of the book Movement, shares his journey and insights with Wendy Nash. Marco invites you to explore the vibrant world of urban development and mobility.

Marco delves into the impact of car dependency on our cities, vividly illustrating how it shapes our urban landscapes and influences our daily lives. He brings to life the importance of holistic thinking in city planning, advocating for a shift away from car-centric approaches towards more inclusive, child-friendly, and sustainable urban systems.

Hear Marco’s captivating story as he reflects on his journey from an early fascination with the spatial dynamics of cities to his groundbreaking work at the University of Amsterdam. With a keen eye on the broader social costs of our current transportation systems, Marco emphasises the need to rethink our public spaces, enhance children’s autonomy, and prioritise societal well-being over vehicle-centric designs.

In this conversation, you’ll discover practical steps communities can take to foster more sustainable and playful urban environments. Marco’s insights and the transformative ideas from his book Movement offer a fresh perspective on how we can reshape our cities for a better future.

Movement: How to take back our streets and transform our lives. Thalia Verkade, Marco te Brömmelstroet (trans. Fiona Graham) https://scribepublications.com.au/books-authors/books/movement-9781922310798

Urban Cycling Institute free courses https://urbancyclinginstitute.org/courses-training/

The Culture of Stopping by Harald Welzer https://www.wiley.com/en-us/The+Culture+of+Stopping-p-9781509555871

Donnella Meadows on Externalities https://theecologist.org/2022/sep/26/leverage-points-60-year-legacy

Sam Belto on how to start a bike bus https://bikeportland.org/2022/10/05/sam-balto-on-how-to-start-a-bike-bus-of-your-own-364734

Bike is Best: The best tool for the job:

Tom Taylor speaking at La Trobe University about riding a bike in Melbourne since 4yo and observations of his experiences now that he’s 16yo. Recorded on 13 September 2023 and shared by Marco te Brommelstroet for this Streets and People episode.

Image offered by Marco te Brommelstroet to share his approach to his work for this People & Projects episode of the Streets and People podcast. Street Lab is a 501c3 nonprofit in New York City. Guidestar profile. Home of the Uni Project. © 2024 Street Lab. All rights reserved. https://www.streetlab.org/2022/08/20/street-lab-teens-taking-the-lead-on-the-street

Get Around Cabo Carfree is a community movement advocating for more transport options for people in Caboolture and Morayfield who can’t drive – and that is more than 4 in 10 people (a surprising not-so-fun fact about our town – check the About page for details). Our podcast has 3 broad topics.

Road Rules 360 (RR360) cohosted with John Burrill, former TMR subject matter expert for Qld’s road rules. We discuss the road rules for people riding a bike, walking, in a wheelchair or on a scooter or other personal mobility device (PMD). 

Not Everyone Drives (NED) are conversations with people who don’t drive for any reason. They may have a disability, on medication, strapped for cash, too young, too old, unlicensed or they had a collision and now they’re too scared (you might be surprised why a person can’t drive and how the lack of alternatives impacts their daily living). This one’s for policymakers to understand the implications for their decisions. 

People & Projects (P&P) are for transport advocates and people who are curious to hear what’s happening globally and locally. These are interviews with academics, advocates and community group leaders. 

If you’d like to be on our show for one of these topics, please go to the Contact page and complete the form. 

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Get Around Cabo Carfree is a community movement advocating for more transport options for people in Caboolture and Morayfield who can’t drive.

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More than 4 in 10 people can't drive in Caboolture

Get Around Cabo Carfree is a community movement advocating for more travel options for people in
Caboolture & Morayfield. 

Our Goals

1. All children can ride to school on safe streets 

2. All young adults can get to work or study without needing a car so they begin adulthood without a debt of $15,000 a year. 

A lack of transport options leads to a high financial burden for
families, businesses and governments.

The only way we can be sustainable for the long term is with your help. 

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