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In June, Doug attended Velo-city, an annual cycling summit hosted by the European Cyclists' Federation that brings the bike world together. This year's conference was held in the Belgian city of Ghent. While there, Doug wandered the exhibition floor talking with people from all over the world — including elected officials, city planners, advocates, industry representatives, academics and bike-curious regular citizens — about why it was important for them to attend Velo-city and what lessons and knowledge they hoped to take home. As you'll hear in this bonus episode, the fight to make cities safer, more sustainable and more equitable truly is a global effort.

Thanks to the European Cyclists' Federation for having The War on Cars at Velo-City and to Ali Lemer for editing this episode.

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TEASER: Voices of Velo-city

The War on Cars

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Thanks to the European Cyclists' Federation for having The War on Cars at Velo-City and to Ali Lemer for editing this episode.

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#Society #Culture #Politics #Transportation #Urbanism #Walking #News Talk #News #The War on Cars, LLC #LLC #War On Cars #Car #Transition #Bicycle #City

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Trump v. Congestion Pricing 1:04:12

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Can you believe this is our second emergency episode about congestion pricing? This time, we’re responding to the Trump administration’s attack on the program, which has been in effect since January , delivering exactly the results that policymakers had hoped for. Despite those early signs of success, on Wednesday, February 19th, Sean Duffy, the new US DOT Secretary, sent an email to New York Governor Hochul saying that he was rescinding approval of the tolling plan. President Trump gloated about the move on social media, writing “ LONG LIVE THE KING .” Hochul fired back that New York “hasn't labored under a king in over 250 years” and said she’d see the administration in court . And things have just escalated from there! With us to discuss it all is reporter Dave Colon, who has been covering the congestion pricing saga for Streetsblog NYC and is known (to himself among others) as “America’s beloved congestion pricing expert.” *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive exclusive access to ad-free versions of regular episodes, Patreon-only bonus content, invitations to live events, merch discounts and free stickers! *** If you’re in the New York area and are looking for a new e-bike, check out the Upway Sample Sale at their warehouse in Brooklyn on February 28th . You’ll score deep discounts on e-bikes from all the major brands. Tell ‘em The War on Cars sent you. LINKS: Catch up on all the latest congestion pricing news from Dave and the rest of the team at Streetsblog NYC . See Dave’s video in which he explains why DOT Secretary Sean Duffy is wrong about congestion pricing. Pick up official podcast merch in our store . Purchase books from podcast guests and support independent booksellers at our official Bookshop.org page . This episode was edited by Doug Gordon. It was recorded by Walter Nordquist at the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio . Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. Transcriptions are by Russell Gragg. TheWarOnCars.org…

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What's Happening with Federal Transportation Dollars? 57:41

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The Trump administration has upended the entire United States government over the last several weeks, sending Elon Musk and his minions into the guts of pretty much every federal department in a crusade for what they’re calling “efficiency.” Funds that were legally appropriated by Congress have been frozen, and in some cases even clawed back. The battle to preserve all sorts of spending is now in the courts. What does this all mean for federal funding of public transit, bike and pedestrian infrastructure, and the transition to EVs? And what is DOT Secretary Sean Duffy’s “Woke Rescission Memo”? We talked with Beth Osborne, executive director of the advocacy organization Transportation for America, to help us understand what’s at stake and how we can help defend projects we care about in our own communities. (Spoiler alert: It won’t be easy!) *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive exclusive access to ad-free versions of regular episodes, Patreon-only bonus content, invitations to live events, merch discounts and free stickers! *** This episode was produced with support from the Helen and William Mazer Foundation and Cleverhood . Listen to the episode for the latest discount on the best and most stylish rain gear for walking and cycling. *** If you’re in the New York area and are looking for a new e-bike, check out the Upway Sample Sale at their warehouse in Brooklyn on February 28th . You’ll score deep discounts on e-bikes from all the major brands. Tell ‘em The War on Cars sent you. *** LINKS: Transportation for America has some great resources to help you understand the federal funding picture in more detail . Some terms Beth mentions in the interview that might be unfamiliar: ISTEA (pronounced ICE-T) is an acronym referring to the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991, which fundamentally restructured the way federal transportation funds are disbursed. You can read more about it here . (Brookings) Justice40 refers to a Biden-era policy initiative aiming to direct 40 percent of federal investments in areas like climate, clean energy, and affordable housing to disadvantaged, disinvested communities that suffer disproportionately from pollution. Pick up official podcast tees and other merch in our official store . Purchase books from podcast guests and support independent booksellers at our official Bookshop.org page . This episode was edited by Ali Lemer. It was recorded by Josh Wilcox at the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio. Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. Transcriptions are by Russell Gragg. TheWarOnCars.org…

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TEASER: Live with City Nerd! 10:12

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This is a preview of a Patreon-exclusive bonus episode . For complete access to this and all of our bonus content, plus ad-free versions of regular episodes, merch discounts, pre-sale tickets to live shows and more, become a Patreon supporter of The War on Cars . Last month we had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Ray Delahanty, aka City Nerd on YouTube , for a live show presented by the Hunter College School of Urban Policy & Planning in New York. Our conversation with Ray covered everything from New York City exceptionalism to the latest data about congestion pricing. Plus, we surveyed the audience about their transportation choices and answered questions from Patreon supporters. We're big fans of City Nerd and were so delighted to work with Ray on this live show. We love partnering with local advocacy organizations, non-profits, and educational institutions for live events, so if you'd like to host The War on Cars in your city, please reach out! Subscribe on Patreon for access to the entire episode .…

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Super Bowl Roundup with Rollie Williams and Nicole Conlan 1:21:42

hace 20 días1:21:42

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It’s the CXLIVth episode of The War on Cars, and just like in years past we’re taking a look at the ads that aired during the Super Bowl. This year, there weren’t a whole lot of ads specifically designed to sell cars and trucks, but there was still plenty of car-adjacent stuff to talk about—from ads highlighting the urban/suburban divide to an amazing halftime show from Kendrick Lamar featuring a Buick GNX. Rollie Williams (Climate Town) and Nicole Conlan (The Climate Denier’s Playbook, The Daily Show) join us to talk about some of the commercials that aired during the big game and what they say about the state of our culture, our climate, and our politics. *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive exclusive access to bonus content, ad-free versions of regular episodes, free stickers, merch discounts, early access to live shows, and more. *** Get tickets to our live show on April 24th in Minneapolis , presented by Our Streets . This episode was produced with support from the Helen and William Mazer Foundation and Cleverhood . Listen for the latest discount on the best and most stylish rain gear for walking and cycling. LINKS: Watch Climate Town on YouTube . Listen to The Climate Denier’s Playbook . Check out Rollie’s billiards channel on YouTube . Here’s how Kendrick Lamar’s production team found a Buick GNX for his halftime show. (Wired) Missed this year’s ads? You can watch most of them here . Watch Harrison Ford in “Owner’s Manual,” an ad for Jeep. “Car Brands Have Been Pumping the Brakes on Super Bowl Ads” ( AdWeek ) Why State Farm opted out of this year’s game . (CBS News) Read Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster by Mike Davis and pick up other books in our official Bookshop.org store . Pick up official podcast merch in our store . thewaroncars.org…

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RE-RELEASE: The High Cost of Free Parking with Donald Shoup 46:24

hace 23 días46:24

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Donald Shoup, a towering figure in the world of urban planning and a distinguished professor emeritus at the UCLA Luskin School of Public affairs, died this week. He was 86 years old. As a tribute to such an influential, brilliant, and witty scholar, we are re-releasing this episode from 2023. ---- Parking is at the heart of every fight about how we build our cities and towns, with effects that go far beyond transportation. Minimum parking requirements — laws that dictate how many parking spaces are required for various types of buildings and businesses — make housing more expensive, raise the price of goods and services and exacerbate sprawl, making congestion and the climate crisis much, much worse. Thankfully, a movement is afoot to end parking minimums, inspired by the work of Donald Shoup. Shoup, the Distinguished Research Professor at UCLA’s Department of Urban Planning, is the author of the 2005 book The High Cost of Free Parking. It’s an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to understand the problems with parking. Professor Shoup — aka the Shoup Dogg — joins us for a spirited conversation about how to win what he calls “the war on parking subsidies.” You can find the full transcript of this episode here . Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive exclusive access to ad-free versions of regular episodes, Patreon-only bonus content, invitations to live events, merch discounts and free stickers! LINKS: Learn all about Donald Shoup at ShoupDogg.com . Read The High Cost of Free Parking . Join The Parking Reform Network and end parking requirements where you live. Donald Shoup gets animated on Adam Ruins Everything . This episode was produced by Doug Gordon, edited by Ali Lemer, and recorded by Josh Wilcox of the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio . Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. Transcripts are by Russell Gragg. TheWarOnCars.org…

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TEASER: The Romance of the Automobile 4:12

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This is a preview of a Patreon-exclusive bonus episode . For complete access to this and all of our bonus content, plus ad-free versions of regular episodes, merch discounts, pre-sale tickets to live shows, and more, become a Patreon supporter of The War on Cars . You’ve probably heard us talking about how we have written a book that will be coming out this fall. We are super excited to share more about that very soon. We’ve spent a lot of the last year in the research and writing process. And what became apparent very soon was that there were a lot of things that we weren’t going to be able to fit into the book, no matter how hard we tried. So we put together a little bonus episode for you on one of the fascinating things we found that just didn’t make the final draft. It’s a book called The Romance of the Automobile Industry: Being the Story of Its Development—Its Contribution to Health and Prosperity—Its Influence on Eugenics—Its Effect on Personal Efficiency—and Its Service and Mission to Humanity as the Latest and Greatest Phase of Transportation. Published in 1916, it’s essentially a 460-page ad, lavishly illustrated with pictures of bewhiskered white men and their inventions. And even after all the time we’ve spent thinking about cars, this book still had some surprises. (And yes, you read that right…he talks about eugenics. We’ll explain.) Subscribe on Patreon for access to the whole bonus episode!…

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Biden's Transportation Legacy with Dani Simons 1:05:52

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As the new Trump regime begins, we talked with Dani Simons—who until recently led the Office of Public Affairs for the federal Department of Transportation—about the Biden administration’s legacy on transportation. What are the stakes as we go from Amtrak Joe and DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg to an administration made up of oil barrels disguised as people? What are the last four years’ biggest achievements on the transportation front? How do we communicate better about federal investments in active transportation? And how do we hold onto the hard-fought policies aimed at pedestrian safety and mitigating the climate crisis? This episode was recorded at the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio by Justin Fernandez. It was edited by Ali Lemer. Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. Transcriptions are by Russell Gragg. *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive exclusive access to bonus content, ad-free versions of regular episodes, free stickers, merch discounts, early access to live shows, and more. *** Purchase tickets to our April 24th live show in Minneapolis , presented by Our Streets . LINKS: The Wall Street Journal’s Dorothy Rabinowitz and the Citibike moral panic (original video here ) Eliot Spitzer at the Mayflower Hotel New York City’s Open Streets program and Michael Bloomberg’s PlaNYC And if you were wondering what Dani meant when she said “NHTSA,” that’s the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration . TheWarOnCars.org…

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Congestion Pricing Is Finally Here 36:23

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At last, New York City started its congestion pricing program on January 5. We knew that the local mainstream press would be out in force interviewing drivers and elevating the voices of those who were against the toll. We knew that because the New York press corps has a long history of putting the people who commute by car in New York above those who don’t. So we went out on congestion pricing’s first weekday morning and talked to some people who weren’t driving. Some of the people we talked with were random New Yorkers, but mostly we heard from advocates who knew we would be there and showed up in the freezing cold to talk about why they were so excited about the launch of this historic program. Thank you to all the people who spared some of their time on a cold morning to talk to us, especially Samir Lavingia, Charlie Todd, Chris Sanders, Alex Duncan, Rich Miller, Noel Hidalgo, Seth Solomonow, Kirby Kersels, Paul Krikler and Steve from Peekskill. This episode was edited by Ali Lemer. *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive exclusive access to bonus content, ad-free versions of regular episodes, free stickers, merch discounts, early access to live shows, and more. *** LINKS: The MTA’s FAQ page answers all your questions about congestion pricing. Check out this congestion pricing traffic tracker for collected data showing the program’s impact. TheWarOnCars.org…

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Cities and Fashion with Derek Guy, The Menswear Guy 56:47

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How do dense, walkable cities influence what people wear? Derek Guy has some thoughts. Otherwise known as The Menswear Guy, Derek rose to fame on social media for his takes on men's fashion, but he also dips his toes into urbanism from time to time, arguing that the ecosystems that support quality craftsmanship and expert tailoring are strongest in places where it's easy to get around without a car. Derek joins us to talk about what the great fashion capitals of the world have in common, why Tokyo is a hotbed of fashion enthusiasts and craftspeople, how the housing crisis is affecting style, and more. *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive exclusive access to bonus content, ad-free versions of regular episodes, free stickers, merch discounts and more. *** Become a Patreon supporter to get pre-sale tickets to our live show on April 24th in Minneapolis, presented by Our Streets . This episode was produced with support from Cleverhood . Listen for the latest discount on the best and most stylish rain gear for walking and cycling. LINKS: Follow Derek Guy on Bluesky , Instagram , and other social media sites. Read more from Derek Guy at Die, Workwear . Read Ametora: How Japan Saved American Style and Status and Culture: How Our Desire for Social Rank Creates Taste, Identity, Art, Fashion, and Constant Change , both by W. David Marx Pick up official podcast merch in our store . thewaroncars.org Read…

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TEASER: Your Best Things of 2024 5:56

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How Cars Change Us with Tara Goddard 1:10:49

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Why do people behave so badly behind the wheel of a car? Why do reporters and the police use passive language to describe automobile crashes and traffic violence? How do the words we use make a difference in street safety? Dr. Tara Goddard , one of the top scholars studying what it is that cars do to our brains and the way we treat each other in the world, has some thoughts — and she’s done the research. Tara is an associate professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning at Texas A&M University. Her work focuses on creating a just transportation system through safe roadway design and inclusive transportation planning. We talked with her about “motonormativity,” how race influences how drivers treat pedestrians, and why language matters if we want to change the conversation about whom streets are for. *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive exclusive access to bonus content, ad-free versions of regular episodes, free stickers, merch discounts, early access to live shows, and more. *** This episode was produced with support from Cleverhood and Sheyd Bags . Listen for the latest discount codes. Buy tickets to our live show with CityNerd on January 31, 2025, at Hunter College in New York City. LINKS: Follow Tara on Bluesky . Some of Tara’s studies: “Racial Bias in Driver Yielding at Crosswalks” ( Transportation Research ) “Does News Coverage of Traffic Crashes Affect Perceived Blame and Preferred Solutions? Evidence from an Experiment” ( Transportation Research Interdisciplinary Perspectives ) “Windshield Bias, Car Brain, Motonormativity: Different Names, Same Obscured Public Health Hazard” ( Transport Findings ) Some other things we discuss in the episode: Dr. Ian Walker’s research and our interview with him ( Episode 99: Car Brain with Dr. Ian Walker) Sarah’s piece, “How I Became an Urban Monster in Just 10 Minutes” ( Bloomberg CityLab ) “Death of Cyclist in Paris Lays Bare Divide in Mayor’s War Against Cars” ( New York Times ) “The glare of the sun caused the westbound vehicle to jump the curb” ( Emily Walters on Bluesky ) Laura Laker’s new “ Road Collision Reporting Guidelines ” Get official podcast merch in our store . This episode was edited by Ali Lemer. It was recorded at Brooklyn Podcasting Studio by Josh Wilcox. Our music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. Our transcriptions are done by Russell Gragg. TheWarOnCars.org…

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Changing Hollywood's Car Culture with Ed Begley Jr. 1:00:44

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From mockumentaries to dramas to situation comedies, Ed Begley Jr. has done it all. His truly one-of-a-kind acting career has seen him work with some of the biggest names in Hollywood, including Jack Nicholson, Meryl Streep, and more. But beyond his impressive resume, Ed Begley Jr. is also known for his environmental activism. He's probably the most famous person to have owned some version of an electric vehicle for a lot longer than most people have even been aware of EVs. Ed has been been committed to environmental conservation since at least the 1970s, and he’s designed his life so that it's as free of fossil fuels as possible, with solar panels on the roof, an e-bike in the garage, and a house chosen for its proximity to transit. Notably, he’s taken the LA Metro to the Academy Awards, making a statement in an industry and a city where fancy cars and conspicuous consumption are signs of success. In this fun conversation, Ed Begley Jr. invites us into his home to talk about his work, his activism, and his philosophy about life. *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive access to ad-free versions of all our episodes, special bonus content, stickers, merch discounts, and more. Plus, get pre-sale access to our upcoming live show in New York with CityNerd! *** This episode was produced with the generous support of the Helen & William Mazer Foundation. Check out the latest offerings from our friends at Cleverhood and Sheyd Bags . LINKS: Buy Ed Begley Jr.’s memoir, To the Temple of Tranquility…and Step on It! at our official Bookshop.org page . Hayden Begley documented her dad’s trip to the Oscars via LA Metro on TikTok . The Actor Who Who Rides the Subway to the Oscars ( NY Time s) Support Streets For All in Los Angeles by becoming a member. Grab some podcast merch in our official store . This episode was edited by Doug Gordon. It was recorded by Avishay Artsy. Transcriptions are by Russell Gragg. Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. TheWarOnCars.org…

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TEASER: Doug Ford and Ontario's War on Bikes 8:38

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This is a preview of a Patreon-exclusive bonus episode . For complete access to this and all of our bonus content, plus ad-free versions of regular episodes, merch discounts, pre-sale tickets to live shows, and more, become a Patreon supporter of The War on Cars . Back in 2010, the notoriously pugnacious Toronto mayor Rob Ford declared that “the war on the car is over,” and vowed to halt the city’s expansion of bike lanes, transit, and anything that inconvenienced motorists even slightly. Fourteen years later, his brother — Ontario Premier Doug Ford — has continued the family crusade against bike lanes. The Ford government is pushing a bill that would require provincial approval of all bike lanes that repurpose car lanes. If it succeeds, it will have a chilling effect on the ability of cities and towns of all sizes to manage their streets and keep people safe. Plus, a handful of existing bike lanes could be ripped out. Journalist Sabrina Nanji, a veteran of the Queen’s Park Press Gallery and the founder of the Queens Park Observer joins us to talk about the politics behind Doug Ford’s war on bikes. TheWarOnCars.org…

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Election Extra 27:32

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We’re not going to sugarcoat it. That election was tough. But there are some points of hope that can help us make our way forward. We got together in the studio to look at victories around the country for transit and safe streets, and to discuss how we can all hang in there together and continue making positive change in our communities. *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive access to ad-free versions of all our episodes, special bonus content, stickers, merch discounts, and more *** LINKS: The good news from Nashville ( Nashville Scene ) The good news from Seattle ( The Urbanist ) Alexis Mercedes Rinck wins Seattle City Council seat The good news from San Francisco ( SF Standard ) New York legalizes jaywalking ( The New York Times ) Alameda County election results Pick up merch in our official store This episode was edited by Ali Lemer. It was recorded by Josh Wilcox at the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio. Transcriptions are by Russell Gragg. Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. TheWarOnCars.org…

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"Cars are Done" with Adam McKay 1:00:52

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