Best Vancouver Urban Development Podcasts (2025)

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Move4Nature (with Polona Fonda) 33:02

18d ago33:02

33:02

Polona Fonda is the communications officer for ENGSO and ENGSO youth and collaborates with other sport entities and experts such as Tine Vertommen (ARCH Safeguarding), Sport Union of Slovenia and orhers. With over 12 years of experience in values-based digital and project communications, including creation, design, and management, Polona has worked…

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The Power of Potential (with CAN Fund) 47:06

1M ago47:06

47:06

Jane Roos is deeply passionate about ensuring Canadian athletes have the resources they need to succeed on the world stage. Before founding CAN Fund, Jane was a promising track athlete whose career was cut short by a devastating car accident at the age of 19. This life-changing event inspired her to help other Canadian athletes who face challenges,…

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Trans Voices in Sport (with Jessica Platt) 16:52

1M ago16:52

16:52

Jessica Platt is a retired professional ice hockey player and an advocate for transgender rights. She played for the Toronto Furies in the Canadian Women's Hockey League (CWHL) and was the first transgender woman to play in the league. ---- Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and…

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Let Them Play: Trans Inclusion in Sport (with Harrison Browne and Rachel Browne) 55:30

2M ago55:30

55:30

Harrison Browne is the first transgender athlete in professional hockey. He was part of the National Women’s Hockey League and played for the Metropolitan Riveters and the Buffalo Beauts (winning a championship with both teams). He helped form the first-ever transgender policy in professional sports to aid both transmen and transwomen in their part…

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Brent Sawchyn, PC Urban Properties CEO: A Generational Talent Tackling Multi-Generational Challenges 58:42

2M ago58:42

58:42

It’s always great when a single conversation makes you smarter, and that’s how I felt after sitting down with Brent Sawchyn, CEO of PC Urban Properties Corp., for this episode of the Goodman Report podcast. Brent is a generational talent. He has spent 35 years in the development business, earning his spurs alongside high performers like Ian Gillesp…

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A Life Spent in Sport (with Kristine Deacon) 58:56

2M ago58:56

58:56

Kristine Deacon is a swim coach and the team manager for athletics Canada. ---- Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award…

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Breaking down the parties' promises on sport: Canada's 2025 Federal Election Primer 10:21

2M ago10:21

10:21

Who will become Canada’s next Prime Minister and who will form government will be decided on April 28th 2025. This episode explores all the sport, physical activity and recreation promises by the five largest political parties in Canada. Links: Green Party of Canada: https://cdn.greenparty.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/GP_Platform_English_Draft.pdf…

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Bike Sharing (with Vancouver Bike Share) 33:53

2M ago33:53

33:53

Mia Kohout is the CEO of Vancouver bike share. Vancouver Bike Share Inc (Mobi by Rogers) is a public bike sharing service based in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is perfect for commuting, running errands, visiting friends, or exploring the city. Serving Vancouver with 2,000 classic bikes and 600 ebikes at 250+ stations, our bike share system has b…

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Solving mini city mysteries 34:44

3M ago34:44

34:44

This week on City Space, our team attempts to unravel a few puzzling urban enigmas. Can anything be a street name? Does a patch of grass qualify as a park? What does this unique house reveal about the development of the area? Irene and our producers guide you through different neighborhoods as they try to solve the mini-mysteries that define a city…

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Urban Design: The Intersection of Society and Sport (with CitySHAPES) 1:21:57

3M ago1:21:57

1:21:57

Neil Saravanamuttoo is the director of CitySHAPES. He was previously the chief economist of the G20's Global Infrastructure Hub and an executive in the Department of Finance Canada. CitySHAPES is working to make cities better by sparking and implementing the change they need to become healthier, greener, and more vibrant cities where everyone can t…

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How Frederick G. Gardiner shaped modern Toronto, for better or worse 38:16

3M ago38:16

38:16

If you drive in Toronto you know the name “Gardiner”. The waterfront expressway was named after the man who dominated Toronto politics at a crucial point in its history: Frederick Goldwyn Gardiner, or “Big Daddy” as he was known. In 1953 Gardiner became the first chair of Metropolitan Toronto, a trailblazing experiment in two-tier municipal governa…

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100 - The Future of Sport is Now: Global Sports Week 5 Years On (with Lucien Boyer, Paniz Yousefi and Chloé Morard) 1:13:39

3M ago1:13:39

1:13:39

Lucien Boyer is the Co-Founder of Global Sports Week, and the Founding & Managing Partner of Inspiring Sport Capital. Paniz Yousefi is a Young Sport Maker, IOC Young Leader 2019-2021 and the Founder of Parallel Play. Chloé Morard is a Young Sport Maker and Figure Skating Deputy Manager for Milano Cortina 2026. Links: Parallel Play: https://parallel…

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How an Indigenous-led development is forcing Vancouver to face tough questions on reconciliation 28:11

4M ago28:11

28:11

Across Canada, more and more First Nations are turning to real estate and housing development as money makers, shaping the future of Canadian cities. This is especially visible in Vancouver with projects like Sen̓áḵw, a development by the Squamish Nation that is set to become one of Canada’s densest neighbourhoods. It’s a project that carries a lot…

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Kerry Gold: The Trusted Voice of The Globe and Mail 58:19

4M ago58:19

58:19

Kerry Gold has been a full-time professional journalist for the last 30 years, and for more than half that time she’s been covering the real estate and housing beat for the Globe and Mail. She got her start at the Courier community newspaper and after a couple of years caught the attention of the Vancouver Sun editor-in-chief, who hired the young c…

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How Sports Are Adapting Beyond the Field (with Commonwealth Sport) 1:01:50

4M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

Chris Jenkins is the President of Commonwealth Sport. Commonwealth Sport is the public brand name of the Commonwealth Games Federation. Commonwealth Sport is the organisation responsible for the direction and control of the Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth Youth Games, and for delivering on the vision of the Commonwealth Sports Movement: Our Com…

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The Parisian Calgary that could have been 40:28

4M ago40:28

40:28

In 1977, a 100-page hand-painted plan for a white, stone, European-style Calgary was discovered in the walls of a garage. The illustrations show a totally different vision for the city, with wide, stone boulevards, artificial lagoons and grand, classical buildings. While the plan was expensive for a frontier town of 80,000 people and was swiftly sh…

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City Builders: How Vancouver punished the Maleks for building Olympic Village 53:55

4M ago53:55

53:55

Our latest podcast is with Richard Littlemore on his new book, City Builders, a family and corporate history of the Maleks and Millennium Development and a blistering review of the grimy politics and catastrophic political intervention that marred their development of Olympic Village. Vancouver developers Peter and Shahram Malek have lost two great…

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Generation Amazing Foundation (with Nasser Al-Khori) 36:02

4M ago36:02

36:02

Nasser Al-Khori is the executive director of Generation amazing foundation. Generation amazing foundation operates in alignment with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and the Qatar National Vision 2030. They are passionate about empowering young leaders in Qatar, across the region, and the world to transform their communities throug…

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Is expropriation the solution to a housing crisis? The majority of Berliners think so 35:13

5M ago35:13

35:13

Is expropriation, or forcing corporations to sell apartments to the government, a way to ease the housing crisis? Berlin seems to think so. In a landmark referendum back in 2021, the majority of Berliners voted ‘yes’ to forced sales, calling for the government to buy 240,000 apartments owned by some of Berlin’s mega landlords - whether they want to…

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Outdoor Recreation Driven Tourism: Destination Management Planning (with Tourism Revelstoke) 36:54

5M ago36:54

36:54

Meghan Tabor is an experienced leader in marketing and destination management, with over a decade dedicated to advancing tourism and community development. As the Executive Director at Tourism Revelstoke, Meghan leads strategic initiatives and builds impactful partnerships to strengthen tourism’s role in community enhancement. In addition, she shar…

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Pedal politics: How Toronto’s bike lanes became so divisive 38:56

5M ago38:56

38:56

Study after study shows that bike lanes make roads safer for everyone and have a minimal effect on traffic congestion. Yet, in Canadian cities, they’re not always popular. In Toronto, they’re arguably the most divisive piece of road infrastructure, with the Ontario government introducing a plan to remove bike lanes on three major streets in the cit…

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Sport and City Building (with Rob Kerr, Dr. David Legg, and Dr. Robert Steadward) 1:24:45

5M ago1:24:45

1:24:45

Rob Kerr is a Sport Media Broadcaster. Dr. David Legg is a Professor of Sport Management at Mount Royal University. Dr. Robert Steadward is the founding President of the International Paralympic Committee. Listen to the We've Solved Nothing Podcast: https://sportcalgary.ca/news-releases/2023/we-solved-nothing-returns ---- Please subscribe to the Sp…

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Coming soon: Season 5 of City Space 1:44

5M ago1:44

1:44

The decisions that cities make now - on housing, transit, and development - will shape how we live for decades to come. These aren't just policy issues: they reveal the fundamental debates driving how we live in cities. In the new season of City Space, join host Irene Galea as she examines the divides that shape our urban landscapes, tells the stor…

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The Greatest Challenges Facing Vancouver's Housing Sector with Cressey’s Hani Lammam 39:51

6M ago39:51

39:51

In episode 2, Mark Goodman sits down with Hani Lammam, Executive VP of Cressey Development Group, to discuss his journey from a high school laborer to leading one of Vancouver's top development firms. With over 25 years in the real estate industry, Hani shares his insights into the challenges and opportunities in today’s market. “The institutions a…

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Season 5 Opener & Reflections 22:20

6M ago22:20

22:20

Welcome back to the Sports for Social Impact podcast! This is our season 5 opener with reflections and key takeaways from the past four years of the podcast. This episode is available as an article on our website: https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/post/reflections-to-start-off-2025 ---- Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast w…

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Sport, Overfishing and the Just Transition (with Julia Shaw, Founder MANTA Sail Training Centre) 1:12:24

7M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Julia Shaw is the founder of Manta Sail Training Centre. Founded in 2008, MANTA Sail Training Centre is the first and only social ocean enterprise in Vietnam which aims to promote human and environmental health via watersports. MANTA’s watersports-trained fishermen teach watersport to guests, in turn guests support sustainable development goals and…

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Goodman Interviews Legendary New York City Powerhouse Broker Bob Knakal 40:03

7M ago40:03

40:03

In the inaugural episode of Goodman Report Podcast, host Mark Goodman interviews Bob Knakal, a veteran in the New York City commercial real estate industry with over 40 years of experience. We dive into Bob's incredible career and his strategies for success in one of the world's most competitive real estate markets. Bob is a true titan in commercia…

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A Sport Policy for Everyone to Love (with Sport NB CEO Cheryl MacDonald) 1:01:20

7M ago1:01:20

1:01:20

Cheryl Macdonald is the CEO of Sport New Brusnwick. She holds a PhD in Social & Cultural Analysis from Concordia University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in building inclusive sporting communities at the University of Alberta. She was also the co-editor of Overcoming the Neutral Zone Trap: Hockey's agents of change (2021). Sport New Bruns…

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Goodman Report Podcast - Official Trailer 1:21

7M ago1:21

1:21

Welcome to the Goodman Report Podcast! I’m Mark Goodman, principal at Goodman Commercial – a leading force in Vancouver's real estate market. Our firm has been a trusted name in rental apartment buildings, development land, and commercial investment properties for over 40 years. Now, we’re bringing the insights that have shaped our success directly…

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The Athlete Brand (with Thomas van Schaik) 50:25

7M ago50:25

50:25

Thomas van Schaik is a globally recognized expert in athlete branding with over 25 years of experience in the sports industry. He has collaborated with iconic athletes like David Beckham, Leo Messi, and Kobe Bryant at Adidas, where he developed award-winning brand campaigns. As the former Chief Marketing Officer for the Dutch Olympic and Paralympic…

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Bloomsbury Football (with Charlie Hyman) 30:10

8M ago30:10

30:10

Charlie Hyman founded Bloomsbury Football in 2018. As CEO, he has experience in coaching, management, marketing, strategy, business development and financial operations. Charlie also advises businesses, charities and governing bodies within the sports industry. In 2021, Charlie was London Sport’s Inspirational Young Person of the Year and was a Spo…

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Sport and Newcomer Integration (with Winnipeg Newcomer Sport Academy) 59:06

8M ago59:06

59:06

Carolyn Trono is the founder / volunteer executive director of WNSA. She has worked in the sport system in Canada and Winnipeg for ovin 30 years in many leadership positions. She is the Winnipeg Newcomers Sport Academy founder and is currently the Director of Quality Sport Development for the Sport for Life Society (a national multisport organizati…

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Sport and the Participatory City (with Every One Every Day Kjipuktuk/Halifax) 39:15

9M ago39:15

39:15

Tineke Weld is the neighbourhood project designer with everyone everyday Halifax. Her background is in Community Development, particularly working with young people and new entrepreneurs. She am serious and curious about building meaningful, present connections, and getting to know and create new versions of our community along the way. Every One E…

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Setting the Standard for Sustainability in Sport (with Climate Pledge Arena) 33:47

9M ago33:47

33:47

Brianna Treat is the director of sustainability at climate pledge arena. Climate Pledge Arena is a transformational project. It is the most significant private investment ever made in Pacific Northwest sports and entertainment history. In partnership, Oak View Group, the Seattle Kraken, and the City of Seattle set out to reimagine and redevelop an …

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Going Beyond Sport (with Fred Turner) 47:44

10M ago47:44

47:44

Fred Turner is the executive director of Beyond Sport. He leads efforts to place sport at the heart of addressing the world's most pressing issues through funding, capacity building, partnerships and campaigning. He has led a period of transformational growth for the Foundation, resulting in new programs and initiatives supported by increased incom…

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Connecting us to Place Through Sport (with Mhor Outdoor) 53:27

11M ago53:27

53:27

Rachel May has worked in sport for Development since 2014. Previously as Partnerships Manager for the Homeless World Cup Foundation and Project Manager for ENGSO. Rachel grew up in Aberdeenshire and was raised hiking – she loves snow and mountain-based sports. Rachel is qualified as a UK Mountain Leader and enjoys sharing new experiences with peopl…

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Sport in Times of Crisis (with Matt Readman, Dark Horses) 1:03:04

12M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

Matt Readman joined Dark Horses in 2019 to lead the agency's strategic output having previously been Strategy Director at both AnalogFolk and WCRS. He has a long track-record of working in sport and creativity, and is passionate about how sport influences the biggest issues in our society.Dark Horses is a creative agency specialising in sport, fitn…

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Building Peaceful and Thriving Communities Through Sport (with PeacePlayers International) 35:59

1y ago35:59

35:59

Jamie Asante-Asare is the co-executive director of peace players international. Her journey towards fostering peace through sport began long before her involvement with PeacePlayers. Her collegiate experience laid the foundation for her passion for sports and its potential for positive change. Following her collegiate career, Jamie delved into the …

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Storytelling to Inspire Engagement in Urban Planning (with Uytae Lee) 48:35

1y ago48:35

48:35

Uytae Lee from the YouTube channel About Here, joins Helen Lui to chat about storytelling in urban planning, emphasizing the need for effective communication strategies to drive public engagement. They also advocate for diverse voices in advocating for inclusive urban environments. About Here: https://www.youtube.com/@AboutHere Show Credits: Host: …

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Being Subtly Political (with WomenWin) 49:54

1y ago49:54

49:54

Nicole Matuska is currently the U.S. Director at Women Win, a global non-profit leader in gender equity through sport. In this role, she has travelled to over 30 countries on three continents leading trainings and providing strategic consulting to organizational staff and coaches of sport for social change organizations advancing the rights of girl…

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The Future of Urban Planning 46:56

1y ago46:56

46:56

Helen Lui interviews Fern Hahn, a transit advocate and urban planning student, who shares experiences that shaped their perspective on public transit. Fern discusses advocating for better transit and their interest in transit network design. Next, Helen speaks with Matthew and Emma from UBC CAPACity, focusing on engaging university students in urba…

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Designing for Happiness (with Houssam Elokda) 47:32

1y ago47:32

47:32

The conversation continues with Houssam Elokda from Happy Cities, as Helen Lui explores the impact of the built environment on communities, emphasizing the importance of creating livable and sustainable cities. They discuss the subjective nature of happiness and well-being in urban settings, also highlighting the significance of social connections,…

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Canadian Sport Film Festival (with Alicia Tyson) 33:49

1y ago33:49

33:49

Alicia Tyson is the Managing Director of the Canadian Sport Film Festival. She is a Health Promotion Specialist who works with communities and organizations to create social and physical environments that promote health and wellbeing for all. She has provided leadership and support to individuals as a fitness instructor and personal trainer and has…

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Does Density Impact Happiness? (with Houssam Elokda) 35:35

1y ago35:35

35:35

Density is a hotly debated topic in urban centres. Is it good? Is it bad? Does it make us more isolated, more lonely, or can it improve our happiness? Helen Lui speaks with Houssam Elokda, from Happy Cities. Their research explores the connection between urban design and happiness, striving to enhance the quality of life in cities through sustainab…

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A conversation with Justin Trudeau on Canada’s housing crisis 32:36

1y ago32:36

32:36

Earlier this month, the City Space team met Prime Minister Trudeau for a sit-down interview to get his thoughts on the biggest challenges facing our cities: housing affordability, a labour shortage, population growth and the need for densification. Trudeau and the Federal Liberals unveiled a new housing policy in April of this year, a plan that the…

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From Neighbours to Community 45:14

1y ago45:14

45:14

Helen Lui speaks with Mark Boardman and Alyssa Sacal from Minivillage, a Vancouver-based company fostering social connections within neighbourhoods. Mark discusses transforming neighbours into friends, while Alyssa emphasizes combating loneliness. The conversation explores authentic community bonds, the impact of physical environments on social con…

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Corporate Social Responsibility (with Vancouver White Caps FC) 44:36

1y ago44:36

44:36

Jennifer Scott - Jennifer is passionate about leveraging the power of sport to build leaders, capacity and communities. As the VP, Community & Social Impact, she is responsible for the organization’s community initiatives, ensuring the club is a transformational force in the communities it serves. Prior to joining the Whitecaps, Jennifer was the Di…

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Designing Public Spaces 48:29

1y ago48:29

48:29

Helen Lui is joined by architects Amit Price Patel and Jill Robertson from DIALOG, to discuss the design of great public spaces. They share insights on the political power of design, the intersection of science and art in shaping communities, and the significance of community engagement in creating inclusive spaces. The conversation emphasizes incl…

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The Evolution of Third Spaces (with the Sneaky Artist) 54:59

1y ago54:59

54:59

Helen Lui is joined by Urban Sketch Artist Nishant Jain, also known as "the Sneaky Artist" to discuss the concept of 'Third Spaces'—the places between home and work where social bonds are forged and community enriched. We explore how these spaces, from parks to cafes, are not just physical locations but also platforms for cultural expression and so…

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Impact Marathon (with Nick Kershaw) 46:21

1y ago46:21

46:21

Nick Kershaw is the energetic leader of the dream and revels in making a vision into a reality - bringing people together through the power of running.In 2015, Nick left his job in finance, placed all his possessions in two bags, and set on his way to create Impact Marathons around the world. He is deeply passionate about almost everything, and he …

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