Episodes
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Join hosts Tommaso and Michela in the final episode of URBINARY's season as they welcome Michelangelo Fusi, a PhD student specializing in urban planning. Together, they explore the intricate dynamics of urban regeneration through the lens of Brescia, Italy. Through Michelangelo's research on the 'Oltre la Strada' project, they dissect the impacts of national funding on community and municipal development, while contemplating the delicate balance between revitalization and gentrification. Dive into this insightful conversation on the complexities of urban transformation and its implications for everyday life.
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Tune in to URBINARY for this thought-provoking conversation with hosts Shidsa and Bahareh where the guest Karolina Pieniazek shares her narrative of Tashkent's urban heritage, discussing the challenges and strategies in preserving Soviet modernist architecture and its importance in today's urban context.
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Dive into the urban landscape with hosts Vanshikha and Netal as they navigate the complexities of smart cities on URBINARY. Join them as they engage in thought-provoking conversations with experts like Gloriana Barboza, exploring the evolution of urban planning, mobility solutions, and the quest for smarter, more inclusive cities. Produced in collaboration with Poliradio, the official radio channel at Politecnico di Milano
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<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->Delve into the realm of abandoned buildings in Italy, a hot topic sparking debates. Join us as we explore initiatives by civic actors to breathe life into publicly owned deserted structures. From governmental failures to the transformative power of civic actors, we discuss the uncertain yet promising journey of reclaiming these spaces.
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<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->Explore the intricate dynamics of housing justice in Berlin and Milan with hosts Sareh and Tommaso, joined by guest Rossella Ferro, a leading researcher in architecture and urban studies. Delve into the historical context, grassroots strategies, and policy impacts of housing movements, gaining valuable insights for fostering equitable urban development. Tune in to URBINARY for a compelling conversation on housing activism and the quest for inclusive cities.
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In this episode, we discuss the challenges faced by the host city/country, as well as the migrant community regarding the process of integration through 2 unique case studies in different parts of the world.
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<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}-->Dive into the intricate relationship between religion, tourism, and urban development in this enlightening episode of Urbinary. Join hosts Sweatha and Busra as they engage with Dilip Pareek, an Architect and Urban Planner, to explore the impact of religious tourism on the cities of Mathura and Vrindavan, India. From sacred trails to social bonds, uncover the complexities of urban evolution under the influence of spirituality. Discover how these ancient cities are navigating the delicate balance between tradition and modernity, all while preserving their unique cultural heritage amidst rapid urbanization. Tune in for a captivating conversation that sheds light on the dynamics shaping our urban landscapes.
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Giulia and Mahya delve into the intriguing world of reality tourism with special guest Joanne Camello, an Architect, Urban Planner, and Writer from Manila. Joanne shares insights from her thesis, "Reality in the Limelight," which explores the dynamics of tourism within impoverished urban communities. Through engaging discussions, they examine the cultural dimensions of terms like 'slum,' the evolution of reality tourism in both the Global South and North, and the key players driving this phenomenon. Joanne paints vivid pictures of reality tourism in cities like Baseco and Rione Sanità, highlighting their standout features and challenging stereotypes. As the conversation unfolds, listeners gain valuable perspectives on the impact of these tours and the aspirations of young urban planners like Joanne. Tune in for an eye-opening exploration of tourism's role in shaping urban landscapes.
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Join us for the debut episode of Season 2, where we're extending a warm welcome to both our returning listeners and newcomers alike. In this episode, we'll reintroduce ourselves, delve into the organizational structure of our podcast, and give you a glimpse into the exciting topics and interview style we have planned for this season. Get ready to explore thought-provoking themes through the lens of fresh and young voices. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering us, we're thrilled to embark on this new journey together.
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We are exploring environmental justice with Reza Shirazi, an urban planning expert and the creative force behind the gripping documentary 'Never Surrender.'
'Never Surrender' delves deep into the extraordinary battle for environmental justice, laying bare the intense showdown between communities and governments over shipyard safety in San Francisco.
Join us in this conversation and explore how we can pave the way for fair and sustainable cities that benefit everyone.
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In this Urbinary episode, we will try to deepen on what public policies are and how effective planning and management of urban policies can contribute to sustainablede velopment, economic prosperity, and a better quality of life in cities.
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In this Urbinary episode, we explore the world of mega-events with our expert guest, Davide Ponzini, a professor at Politecnico di Milano who sheds light on their significance in Urban planning and ever-evolving dynamics with host cities. We discuss strategies to create sustainable and inclusive events, mitigate negative impacts on tourism, and preserve cultural heritage. Drawing upon Davide’s expertise, we delve into the complexities and future trends of mega-events, providing valuable insights for researchers, policymakers, and enthusiasts alike.
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In this episode, we explore the process of infrastructural planning for mega events as well as their aftermaths. Joining us is PhD candidate at Politecnico di Milano, Abdallah Jreij who is researching the environmental impact and sustainability of projects and infrastructure constructed for mega-events such as Expos and Olympic Games. From Abdallah’s research, we discuss the most important aspects of such planning processes using the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics as a point of reference. We’ll also look into the Olympics from years past in finding out examples of proper planning that goes beyond the duration and events, and what to avoid.
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Can a city be sustainable? An oxymoron? Can a system that creates entropy be sustainable? Or is sustainability rather a target that we will never achieve but we have to aim for?
Cities consume a lot of resources which has a great impact on the environmental, social and economic balance so we don’t know what we will leave for future generations. In searching for a way to decrease the dramatic effect we are travelling between urban scales and layers, questioning the role of society and urban planning professionals, and looking at the future through technologies.
Speculating a lot about sustainability nowadays, in the new episode we will uncover that term, which suggests exploring the complexity of the city from the ecological angle, and the role of public participation and technologies in reaching it.
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Urbinary is joined by Carolina Pacchi, Associate Professor at Politecnico di Milano with a doctorate in Urban Planning and Environmental Planning, to talk about conflicts in the city. We unpack what sparks contention, from distribution of resources to difference in ideological values, where they happen in the city, and how planners can tend to them. We look at emerging urban battlegrounds as contemporary work and home spaces evolve and bring new challenges. With Carolina’s expertise and insights, we try to understand how to approach conflict, not just as glitch in the system, but a way of making urban voices heard and bringing new actors into the political fold.
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In this compelling episode, we delve into the fascinating realm of urban planning and its potential to bring about positive change within the prison system. Joined by esteemed Gianfranco Orsenigo, research fellow at Politecnico di Milano, we explore the crucial role that urban planning can play in bettering the lives of prisoners. Drawing from Gianfranco Orsenigo's extensive expertise in the field, we discuss innovative approaches to design, layout, and infrastructure within correctional facilities. Discover how thoughtful urban planning can contribute to prisoner rehabilitation, mental health support, and overall well-being. Join us as we uncover the transformative possibilities when urban planning meets the world of incarceration.
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In the first episode, we recount the genesis of the podcast, fueled by our motivations to bust the urban discourse wide open. To help, we welcome Carolina Pacchi, current coordinator of the Urban Planning and Policy Design masters at Politecnico di Milano. In the course of the discussion, we draw together abstractions of the city and interrogate the role of urban planning in its ongoing change.
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Welcome to Urbinary, the podcast made by students of urbanism at Politecnico di Milano. Join us as we dive into the intricacies that shape our cities. In this season, we interview experts in the field to shed light on the challenges of urban space and strategies to cope. Covering topics such as affordable housing, public space, climate resilience, and equitable development, Urbinary tries to imagine our cities of the future. Whether you are an aspiring planner, a city dweller or just curious about the forces that shape space, Urbinary offers new ways to engage with the physical world.