by Mustafa Sherif
A podcast about how we plan and design cities for people. Tune in and join listeners from 140 countries. I am Mustafa Sherif, an Urbanist and Studio Manager based in Sweden. In this podcast, I talk to people working in urban planning and design about projects, processes, methods, handbooks, challenges, leadership, and their passions in life. It's not only about the projects but also about the people behind them. In collaboration with AFRY (Urban Planning and Design Section in Stockholm)
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April 20, 2025
<p>Ryan K. Rosen, Founder and Creative Director of Friendly Futures, shares how bespoke community games can transform public spaces and bring people together in healthy, joyful ways. </p><p><br></p><p>We talk about what inspired him to start Friendly Futures, why public spaces often bring people near each other but not truly together, and how his custom-designed games encourage natural interaction across all ages and abilities. </p><p>He shares how physical play can compete with digital entertainment, stories of projects that have been transformed through games, and the challenges of introducing playful design into public spaces. We end with his vision for the future of play in cities, and how municipalities can embrace it to create friendlier, more connected communities.</p><p>Tune in!</p><p><br></p><p>Useful links. [email protected]<br><a href="https://www.friendly-futures.com/">Website</a><br><a href="https://friendlyfutures.substack.com/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=substack_profile">Substack</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-k-rosen-the-friendly-designer/">LinkedIn</a></p><p>__</p><p>Keep Up the Good Work. Keep Loving Cities ❤️️</p><p>All opinions expressed in each episode are personal to the guest and do not represent the Host of Urbanistica Podcast unless otherwise stated.</p><p>Let's connect and talk further about this episode<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-sherif/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Mustafa Sherif Linkedin</a>.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://mustafasherif.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Mustafasherif.com</a> for collaborations and nominations or email me at <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">[email protected]</a></p><p>Follow Urbanistica on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/urbanistica.podcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>,<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@urbanistica.podcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a>,<a href="https://www.facebook.com/urbanistica.podcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> &<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8msNnlQae3RcIqvjCUjUVA?view_as=subscriber" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Youtube channel</a>.</p><p>Thanks to Urbanistica Podcast partner AFRY (Urban Planning and Design)</p><p>AFRY is an international engineering and design company providing sustainable solutions in the fields of energy, industry, and infrastructure.</p><p><br></p>
April 12, 2025
<p>Nadina Galle, an ecological engineer and the mind behind the Internet of Nature (IoN)—a global movement harnessing technology to restore and enhance urban ecosystems. </p><p>Born in the Netherlands and raised in Canada, Nadina’s passion for nature conservation started young, influenced by urbanist thinkers like Jane Jacobs and James Howard Kunstler.We explore:</p><ul><li>How cities are losing nature faster than we realize—and what needs to change</li><li>Smart strategies and innovative projects that bring nature back into urban spaces</li><li>Her book The Nature of Our Cities—what’s inside and who it’s for</li></ul><p>Tune in for a fascinating discussion at the intersection of technology, ecology, and urban resilience!</p><p>Learn more about Nadina and her work: <a href="http://www.nadinagalle.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">www.nadinagalle.com</a></p><p><br></p><p></p><p><br></p><p>___</p><p>Keep Up the Good Work. Keep Loving Cities ❤️️</p><p>All opinions expressed in each episode are personal to the guest and do not represent the Host of Urbanistica Podcast unless otherwise stated.</p><p>Let's connect and talk further about this episode<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-sherif/">Mustafa Sherif Linkedin</a>.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://mustafasherif.com/">Mustafasherif.com</a> for collaborations and nominations or email me at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Follow Urbanistica on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/urbanistica.podcast/">Instagram</a>,<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@urbanistica.podcast">TikTok</a>,<a href="https://www.facebook.com/urbanistica.podcast">Facebook</a> &<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8msNnlQae3RcIqvjCUjUVA?view_as=subscriber">Youtube channel</a>.</p><p>Thanks to Urbanistica Podcast partner AFRY (Urban Planning and Design)</p><p>AFRY is an international engineering and design company providing sustainable solutions in the fields of energy, industry, and infrastructure.</p>
April 6, 2025
<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrapoelman/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Sandra Poelman</strong></a> Director of Glowing Places, trainer, speaker, coach, author, and podcast creator. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Part 1: Placemaking in Action</strong></p><ul><li>How Sandra defines placemaking and integrates it into her work</li><li>The biggest challenges of introducing placemaking, especially when working with local governments</li><li>The 9 key benefits of placemaking for cities, explained with real-life examples</li><li>Exciting projects and plans for 2025</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Part 2: The Person Behind the Work</strong></p><ul><li>Sandra’s background—her journey, career highlights, and personal story</li></ul><ul><li>What drives her passion and keeps her energized</li><li>Her experience with a brain illness and how it shaped her approach to work and life</li><li>Work-life balance, hobbies, and unexpected career alternatives</li><li> If she could be any creature, what would she choose?</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Join us for this inspiring conversation on placemaking, resilience, and the power of rethinking cities!</p><p>🎧 Tune in now! 🚀</p><p><br></p><p>Link to the documentary we made about combining placemaking with urban development in Helmond<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLCgenC4uaQ&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLCgenC4uaQ&feature=youtu.be</a></p><p><br></p><p>___</p><p>Keep Up the Good Work. Keep Loving Cities ❤️️</p><p>All opinions expressed in each episode are personal to the guest and do not represent the Host of Urbanistica Podcast unless otherwise stated.</p><p>Let's connect and talk further about this episode<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-sherif/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Mustafa Sherif Linkedin</a>.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://mustafasherif.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Mustafasherif.com</a> for collaborations and nominations or email me at <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">[email protected]</a></p><p>Follow Urbanistica on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/urbanistica.podcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>,<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@urbanistica.podcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a>,<a href="https://www.facebook.com/urbanistica.podcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> &<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8msNnlQae3RcIqvjCUjUVA?view_as=subscriber" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Youtube channel</a>.</p><p>Thanks to Urbanistica Podcast partner AFRY (Urban Planning and Design)</p><p>AFRY is an international engineering and design company providing sustainable solutions in the fields of energy, industry, and infrastructure.</p><p><br></p>
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