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The Zou Life
Grace Slaughter: Finding Balance Beyond Basketball
In this episode of The Zou Life, Grace Slaughter opens up about her journey through college basketball at Mizzou, from handling pressure on the court to finding balance off of it. She shares the mental side of competing in the SEC, what basketball has taught her about herself, and how she navigates expectations, rest, and relationships as a student-athlete. This conversation goes beyond the game, giving listeners a real look at the heart, discipline, and growth behind Grace Slaughter’s basketball career.
2026-02-20
41 min
The Zou Life
Sips at the Zou: Reagan Eaves on Building a Campus Brand
In this episode of The Zou Life, I sat down with Reagan Eaves, the founder of Sips at the Zou, to talk about turning a idea into a thriving student-run business. From lotus-based energy drinks to running a mobile trailer with hundreds of daily sales, Reagan shares how entrepreneurship, creativity, and communication collide at Mizzou. This is a must-listen for any student dreaming big.
2026-02-06
35 min
Fast Forward
Powered Up: E-Bikes and the Future of Shared Mobility with Laura Krull
In this episode of CoMotion’s Fast Forward podcast, Nick Perloff-Giles sits down with Laura Krull, Senior Policy Manager at Lyft Urban Solutions, to discuss the rapidly changing world of electrified bikeshare. Bikeshare is suddenly becoming half mobility service, half distributed battery network - how should planners, policymakers, and riders be thinking about the change?
2026-01-20
21 min
Walk On Wire
Tigers Heading to the Gator Bowl and Some Basketball Miscues
In this premiere episode of Walk On Wire, Zach and Mike talk about the upcoming bowl game and the basketball mishaps these past few weeks.
2025-12-17
57 min
The Zou Life
A Family Tradition: Gavin Hoffman‘s Transfer to Mizzou
In this episode, Sophie sits down with Mizzou football player and Iowa transfer Gavin Hoffman for a conversation that feels like a true homecoming. They discuss the power of family, the roots that shaped him, and what it truly means to return to Columbia. Gavin opens up about his transition to Mizzou, the support system that propelled him forward, and the pride he carries as he steps onto the field in black and gold.
2025-12-12
20 min
Walk On Wire
Goodbye, Fall. Bring on Basketball
In the episode, Zach and Mike dive into all things Mizzou as the fall season winds down and the winter slate starts to heat up - and there's plenty to unpack.
2025-12-05
42 min
The Zou Life
College on a Cruise Ship: The Semester at Sea Experience (Ft. Lauren Sharpe)
This week on The Zou Life, Sophie sits down with Mizzou student Lauren Sharpe to talk about her unforgettable Semester at Sea experience, a four-month journey spent studying and sailing across the world. From exploring 11 countries and three continents to living on a ship with hundreds of new people, Lauren shares what daily life at sea was really like, from cabin life and port adventures to the surprising “love boat” reputation. They also discuss homesickness, wild ship traditions, and what it was like returning to campus after a lifetime of adventure.
2025-11-28
50 min
Fast Forward
The Political Future of European Autonomy with Pierfrancesco Maran
In cities across the United States, you can now order a self-driving robotaxi with the push of a button. Not so in Europe, where challenges to scaling and piloting keep the technology in an ever-nascent state. What needs to change for the technology to truly take off there, and what'll be different there than in car-hungry America? Those are the questions our guest today, Pierfrancesco Maran, answers. ———————————— Join us for the seventh edition of CoMotion MIAMI '26 and interact with the most influential thought-leaders in mobility, hear about the latest market trends and government insights from innovative policy makers and transport agencies. Gene...
2025-11-26
25 min
The Zou Life
The Unexpected Season: Hailey Chambliss's Life as a Student-Athlete and New Mom
In this inspiring episode of the The Zou Life, Division-I soccer player Hailey Chambliss shares her journey transferring to Mizzou, competing at the collegiate level, and becoming a mom during her college career. Hailey opens up about the emotions, pressure and strength it took to navigate pregnancy, athletics, and academics all at once. Her story is one of resilience, identity, and redefining what it means to be a student-athlete, showing that with support, determination, and heart, you can rise through any season life brings.
2025-11-14
13 min
Fast Forward
Rethinking Urban Design with Josephine Yilan Liu
What might a city look like if it was designed for cognitive comfort, rather than efficiency or productivity? That's the question asked by Josephine Yilan Liu, a 'cognitive urbanist' and founder of Transformative Cities, a framework and consulting practice that turns scientific insight into design tools—practical enough to guide small decisions, deep enough to reframe how we think about urban life. In this episode, host Nick Perloff-Giles sits down with Josephine to learn more about rethinking our cities from a holistic, cognitive perspective. ———————————— CoMotion GLOBAL, hosted by Saudi Conventions & Exhibitions General Authority (SCEGA), is where East meets West in a groundbreaking global fo...
2025-11-10
26 min
Walk On Wire
Football, Volleyball, Basketball and It All: Live From Speaker's Circle
Zach and Mike are live from Speaker's Circle, talking Mizzou Sports with students. They preview football against Texas A&M, Volleyball's big-time matchup against Kentucky, and the Kellie Harper Era.
2025-11-07
2h 08
Walk On Wire
Mizzou Football takes on Vanderbilt for College Gameday, Volleyball on a Winning-Streak and Basketball Starts Their Exhibition Play
Zachary and Mike look into the tough Mizzou loss in Nashville and the future of the Tigers, Volleyball getting hot in SEC play, and Tiger Hoops exhibition win over Kansas State.
2025-10-31
41 min
The Zou Life
Inside Unwell University: Taylor Bowman on College & Content
In this episode of The Zou Life, Sophie sits down with Taylor Bowman, a fellow Mizzou journalism major whose TikTok content has taken off across campus and beyond. Taylor shares how she found her creative voice, what it's like joining Alex Cooper's Unwell University, and how she balances school, social life, and growing an online presence. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about authenticity, ambition, and turning college moments into viral content.
2025-10-31
38 min
Fast Forward
New Tricks for Old Bureaucracies with Joshua Schank
In the latest episode of CoMotion's Fast Forward podcast, host Nick Perloff-Giles sat down with Joshua Schank to discuss his forthcoming book 'New Tricks for Old Bureaucracies,' which examines his time as Director of LA Metro's Office of Extraordinary Innovation, including insights into how to break logjams, build consensus, and get agencies moving. ———————————— At this inflection point in the American mobility ecosystem, the nation's decision makers are attending CoMotion LA '25, Nov. 12-13. This year’s gathering brings together an unprecedented array of thought-leaders, mayors, innovative policymakers, technology founders, VC investors and international delegations to discuss what’s next. Well also explore the latest...
2025-10-28
30 min
Walk On Wire
Mizzou's Biggest Test in Football and Volleyball Awaits, as Basketball Season Tips Off
In this episode, hosts Zachary Knox-Doyle and Mike Livingston go over Mizzou's thrilling overtime win over Auburn, volleyball's big comeback win against LSU, and their predictions on the upcoming Men's and Women's basketball season.
2025-10-22
44 min
The Zou Life
Finding Your People: Friendship, Growth & Saying Yes (Ft. Gwen Wheatland)
In this episode, Sophie sits down with her best friend, Gwen Wheatland, to have an honest conversation, about the realities of college friendships. Together, they talk about the importance of putting yourself out there, finding people who truly support you, and learning how to balance friendship, growth, and independence in college. Through real stories and laughs, Sophie and Gwen remind listeners that building meaningful connections takes time, effort, and a of heart.
2025-10-17
39 min
Fast Forward
Belgium is Building the Future with Piet Demunter
Belgium leads the EU in EV adoption, and isn't resting on its laurels - it already has 3x the number of EV chargers per capita than the average peer country, and is planning a massive buildout. How exactly did they make it happen, and what opportunities exist for those outside of the country to get involved? To learn more, Nick Perloff-Giles sat down with Piet Demunter, CEO of Flanders Investment and Trade (FIT), to discuss the Belgian sustainability miracle and its lessons for abroad. ———————————— At this inflection point in the American mobility ecosystem, the nation's decision makers are attending CoMotion LA '25, Nov. 12-13. This...
2025-10-13
27 min
The Zou Life
From Mizzou to Miss America's Teen: Greta Clark's Journey
On this episode of the Zou Life with Sophie Munro, She sits down with Greta Clark, Miss Missouri's Teen. Greta shares how she got her start in pageants, what it felt like to finally win the crown after four tries, and how she balances competitions with life at Mizzou. We also talk about confidence, setbacks , and the biggest lessons she's taken from stepping onto the national stage at Miss America's Teen.
2025-10-03
32 min
Fast Forward
How the Port of Long Beach Beat Pollution (and is doing it again)
In this episode, Nick Perloff-Giles sits down with Dr. Noel Hacegaba, COO of the Port of Long Beach, and Heather Tomley, Managing Director of Planning and Environmental Affairs for the Port of Long Beach, to discuss how a system as complicated as one of America's largest ports has managed to effectively stop most port-related pollution, and how it plans to go even further. ———————————— At this inflection point in the American mobility ecosystem, the nation's decision makers are attending CoMotion LA '25, Nov. 12-13. This year’s gathering brings together an unprecedented array of thought-leaders, mayors, innovative policymakers, technology founders, VC investors and internationa...
2025-09-30
34 min
The Zou Life
Claire Morrissey: Inside Mizzou Volleyball, Team Culture, and Life as a Student-Athlete
Join us for a conversation with Mizzou volleyball’s own Claire Morrissey as she takes us inside life as a student-athlete. From growing up in St. Louis and choosing Mizzou, to balancing a health science major with game days and practices, Claire opens up about team culture, staying motivated, and what fans don’t always see behind the scenes. Plus, she shares her thoughts on the rise of women’s sports, what would take Mizzou volleyball’s fan support to the next level, and some rapid-fire fun to wrap things up.
2025-09-19
14 min
Fast Forward
Riyadh's Mobility Revolution: A Global Perspective
In this episode of Fast Forward, Nick Perloff-Giles sits down with Founder & Chief Curator of CoMotion John Rossant to discuss CoMotion's newest venture - a conference in Riyadh, focused on the intersection of east and west, mobility and technology, and policy and application. Listen for a preview of what the conference is preparing to offer. ———————————— Saudi Arabia and Riyadh are at the crossroads of a global shift to sustainable, connected and multimodal mobility. CoMotion GLOBAL in Riyadh on Dec 7–9, 2025, will set the urban agenda in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Connect with an unprecedented array of public and private...
2025-09-02
21 min
The Zou Life
Freshman Year Recap (Ft. Addie O’Leary)
In today’s episode, Sophie is joined by her roommate and best friend, Addie O’Leary, for a fun and heartfelt recap of their freshman year at Mizzou. From hilarious dorm stories to unexpected challenges, they dive into their favorite memories, biggest takeaways, and everything in between. Whether you're a future Tiger or just love a good college story, this episode is packed with laughs, lessons, and the real talk you didn’t know you needed.
2025-05-23
32 min
Walk On Wire
Mizzou to the NFL Draft & the Struggles of Baseball
In this last episode of the school year, Caleb and Tanner dive into the NFL draft and where our Missouri Football players landed. Also, how can we fix the baseball program? Find out here!
2025-05-13
1h 02
The Zou Life
Starting Over: Transferring Schools and Finding Peace ft. Stella Ain
In this honest and heartfelt episode, I sit down with Stella Ain to talk about the often-overlooked truth: it’s okay to transfer colleges if you’re not happy where you are. Stella opens up about her journey—navigating the emotional weight of feeling stuck, prioritizing her mental health, and ultimately making the brave decision to start fresh at a new school. Whether you're considering a transfer, feeling lost in your college experience, or needing reassurance that you're allowed to choose what’s best for you, this conversation is for you!
2025-05-09
33 min
The Zou Life
Fighting for Something Bigger: Grace Clark & Owen Burge’s; "Why"
Grace Clark and Owen Burge are two of the student fighters participating in Fight Night for Pediatric Cancer Research — a fast-growing, student-run organization that’s become one of Columbia’s major philanthropy events. With community-wide support, student matchups, and months of preparation, Grace and Owen share what it means to step into the ring for a cause that reaches far beyond campus.
2025-04-25
32 min
Fast Forward
Sustainable Urban Mobility Investment with Mauricio Rodas & Lisa Sachs
More than 70% of CO2 emissions are being generated in cities and these cities often lack access to the financing tools necessary to bring sustainable solutions to life. In this episode, CoMotion’s John Rossant chats with Mauricio Rodas, Former Mayor of Quito, Ecuador, and Lisa Sachs, Director, Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment to discuss the rising demand for sustainable mobility and transit solutions, and the new global Taskforce The SUMIT. ———————————— Join us next week at CoMotion MIAMI '25, Apr 29-30. Get your pass now: www.comotionmiami.com/register ———————————— LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/CoMotionNEWS Twitter: twitter.com/CoMotionNEWS YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCUdylw5XdxHdaXi-1KGwJnQ
2025-04-22
28 min
The Zou Life
The Hustle: Faith Durham on balancing college, life and her startup
Faith Durham shares how she balances Faith Naomi Boutique with college, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the most rewarding moments. She also talks about social media’s role in her brand, tips for stepping outside your fashion comfort zone, and this season’s biggest trends. Whether you're starting a business or exploring your style, this episode is full of inspiration and tips!
2025-04-11
19 min
Walk On Wire
March is finally here, How far will Mizzou Go?
Caleb and Tanner dive into some NFL Combine action, and also go into detail for March Madness. Who will they pick to win it all?
2025-03-31
56 min
The Zou Life
Sophia Totta: Recovery, Empowerment, and Body Confidence.
Join host Sophie Munro as she interviews Mizzou Junior Sophia Totta about her journey through eating disorder recovery. Totta discusses the social media platform she created to support others and the societal body image pressures faced in everyday life. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on healing, self-love, and supporting others in their recovery.
2025-03-28
26 min
The Zou Life
Kobi Walker: Beyond The Finish Line
Join Sophie Munro as she interviews Kobi Walker, a runner on the Mizzou cross country and track team! They discuss social media, leaving home, and making friends in a new setting!
2025-03-14
34 min
Walk On Wire
Mizzou Basketball is back and so are we!
In their first episode back, Caleb Stallo and Tanner Coerr discuss their winter breaks, Tanner's affinity for Amtrak, and sports headlines they missed over break!
2025-02-14
50 min
Walk On Wire
Students Storm the Court Against kU, Football is Headed to the Music City Bowl
Join hosts Caleb Stallo and Tanner Coerr as they discuss Mizzou Basketball's exciting win over the University of Kansas and Mizzou Football's upcoming bowl game!
2024-12-13
49 min
Fast Forward
Venturing Forth: What's Next for VCs in Mobility
2024 saw a significant contraction in venture capital investment in mobility, down more than 50% since its frothy peak in 2021. So what comes next? In this episode, John Rossant, CEO & Founder of CoMotion chats with Prescott Watson, Operating Partner at RedBlue Capital, and investor and board member of Aerolane, a new company focusing on reducing aerial cargo costs. Hear from them about where venture does (and doesn't) make sense in mobility investing, how Aerolane is disrupting shipping, and what the next admin might look like for the clean energy transition. ———————————— Join us next at CoMotion MIAMI '25, Apr 29-30. Get your pass now and save 50% off: ht...
2024-12-02
29 min
Fast Forward
Delivery Without Footprints: Zero-Emissions Zones with Portland's Bureau of Transportation
In this episode of CoMotion’s Fast Forward Podcast, host Nick Perloff-Giles dives into Portland's efforts in advancing sustainable delivery and smart curbs with PBOT's Jacob Sherman and Kristin Hull. They share insights on the challenges and lessons learned from implementing smart curbs, mapping curb usage, and partnering with private companies to “make the curb more productive”. The conversation explores the significant shift in urban delivery landscapes, emphasizing the importance of safety, climate goals, and equity. ———————————— Join us next at CoMotion MIAMI '25, Apr 29-30. Get your pass now and save 50% off: https://www.comotionmiami.com/register ———————————— LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/CoMotionNEWS Twitter: twitter.com/CoMotionNEWS
2024-11-26
27 min
Walk On Wire
Basketball wins by 72, Football loses on the road.
Join hosts Caleb Stallo and Tanner Coerr as they discuss MU basketball's win, track, and volleyball.
2024-11-22
36 min
Walk On Wire
9 in a row for volleyball, A football rivalry renewed?
Join hosts Caleb Stallo and Tanner Coerr as they discuss MU football vs. Oklahoma, track, and volleyball!
2024-11-15
1h 01
Walk On Wire
College Basketball is Back, Volleyball Stuns Texas
Join hosts Caleb Stallo and Tanner Coerr as they discuss MU Football's loss to Alabama, Track, and gearing up to Basketball season.
2024-11-08
47 min
Fast Forward
French Connection: What America's Most Populous County Can Learn from Paris
In the latest episode of CoMotion’s Fast Forward Podcast, Ray Sosa, Chief Planning Officer for LA Metro, sits down with our own Nick Perloff-Giles to talk about the billions the agency is investing to expand transit in the notoriously car-centric region. Ray, who has been working in LA transit for three decades, says the big shift is not just about the new rail lines and bus routes being built, it’s about a fundamental change in attitude where people are demanding more transit options. ———————————— Join us next at CoMotion LA '24, Nov 13-14. Get your pass now: www.comotionla.com/register ———————————— Li...
2024-11-04
35 min
Fast Forward
CoMotion LA '24 & OMF Summit Sneak Peek
In this special episode of CoMotion's Podcast, John Rossant sits down with Andrew Glass Hastings, Executive Director of the Open Mobility Foundation, to discuss what's in store for both CoMotion LA and the OMF Summit - and by extension, what's in store for our cities, roads, skies, and waterways. Hear from them about the emerging landscape of curbside data, the challenges of scaling innovative aerial transit, and how autonomy might just disrupt everything. ———————————— Join us next at CoMotion LA '24, Nov 13-14. Get your pass now: www.comotionla.com/register ———————————— LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/CoMotionNEWS Twitter: twitter.com/CoMotionNEWS YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCUdylw5XdxHdaXi-1KGwJnQ
2024-10-29
24 min
Walk On Wire
A Close Homecoming Win, XC ends regular season
Join hosts Caleb Stallo and Tanner Coerr as they discuss MU Homecoming, track, and golf.
2024-10-25
40 min
Walk On Wire
Volleyball Stays Undefeated at Home, Football Dismantles UMass
Join hosts Caleb Stallo and Tanner Coerr as they discuss Mizzou volleyball, football, and women's golf.
2024-10-18
31 min
Walk On Wire
What's Next For Soccer? A Tough Loss For Football
Join hosts Caleb Stallo and Tanner Coerr talk about the last week of MU football, volleyball, golf, and much more!
2024-10-11
44 min
Walk On Wire
The Zou HQ
In The Zou HQ's pilot episode, hosts Caleb Stallo and Tanner Coer discuss the first five weeks of MU's athletics, ranging from volleyball to football. Join them as they break down individual games, and seasons as a whole.
2024-10-04
43 min
Fast Forward
Green Hydrogen: The Key to Clean Aviation?
In the latest episode of CoMotion’s Fast Forward Podcast supported by the Monaco Hydrogen Alliance, John Rossant sits down with Taras Wankewycz, Founder & CEO, H3 Dynamics to discuss, the right range for a hybrid electric eVTOL, their EU-funded clean aviation project with Pipistrel exploring a new class of aviation-grade fuel cell systems, and solutions to hydrogen supply. ———————————— Join us next at CoMotion LA '24, Nov 13-14. Get your pass now: www.comotionla.com/register ———————————— LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/CoMotionNEWS Twitter: twitter.com/CoMotionNEWS YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCUdylw5XdxHdaXi-1KGwJnQ
2024-09-16
37 min
Fast Forward
Blue Sky Thinking: Integrating Advanced Aerial Mobility, with Marc Nichols
In this week's episode of CoMotion's Fast Forward Podcast, Nick Perloff-Giles has an exclusive conversation with Marc Nichols, General Counsel at the Federal Aviation Administration, leading the “safest and most efficient airspace system in the world” that just announced $291 million of investments from the Inflation Reduction Act for projects that help achieve the goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from aviation by 2050. We look closely at the future of Advanced Air Mobility, regulatory challenges, the “cautious” insurance industry, 'Innovate 28', an inter-agency working group, and why you should engage communities in the planning process. ———————————— Join us next at CoMotion LA '24, Nov 13-14. Get your pass no...
2024-08-28
29 min
Fast Forward
USDOT 2.0 & Publicly Funded Projects Across America with USDOT Deputy Secretary Polly Trottenberg
On this special episode, recorded at CoMotion MIAMI '24, John Rossant is joined by Polly Trottenberg, Deputy Secretary of Transportation at the USDOT. Hear from her about the challenges and opportunities presented by the federal government’s landmark investments in clean transportation infrastructure, vehicle safety, and mobility equity, as well as insights from her own story on how to better integrate women into the transportation workforce. ———————————— Join us next at CoMotion LA '24, Nov 13-14. Get your pass now: www.comotionla.com/register ———————————— LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/CoMotionNEWS Twitter: twitter.com/CoMotionNEWS YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCUdylw5XdxHdaXi-1KGwJnQ
2024-05-20
30 min
Fast Forward
Measure HLA: Is this LA's mobility inflection point?
On this episode of the Fast Forward podcast by CoMotion, John Rossant is joined by Michael Schneider, CEO & Founder of Streets For All, the organization behind the recently passed Measure HLA in Los Angeles. Measure HLA requires Los Angeles to add more than 230 miles of bike lanes and 300 miles of bus improvements - but can the car capital of the country really change? Listen for a discussion on the lessons of HLA's success, what the future holds for Los Angeles, and how other cities can adapt the Streets for All playbook. ———————————— Join us next at CoMotion MIAMI '24, May 6-7. Save 50% off on your pas...
2024-03-15
23 min
Fast Forward
Women at the Helm: Female Mobility Leaders in Conversation
In this special episode of the Fast Forward Podcast, we celebrate International Women's Day with an all female panel on gender equality in the mobility sector, from CoMotion LA '23. Joining us for the discussion: Laura Rubio-Cornejo, General Manager, City of Los Angeles Department of Transportation; Hilary Norton, California Transportation Commissioner and Executive Director & Founder of FASTLinkDTLA; Katherine Perez, Principal, ARUP; Heather Anderson, Associate Vice President, HNTB. These types of discussions underscore the crucial need to include women in decision-making roles at all levels and illuminates the diverse range of challenges and opportunities that women face within the mobility sector. ———————————— Join us next at CoMotion...
2024-03-11
46 min
Fast Forward
How Carbon Fiber & Composites are Eliminating Mobility's Weight Problem
On the latest episode of the Fast Forward Podcast, we look at state-of-the-art carbon fiber lightweighting with Evangelos Zympeloudis, Co-Founder & CEO of iCOMAT, a startup based in Bristol, UK, and recent winner of the LA New Mobility Challenge 2023, that is revolutionizing the next generation of cars, trains, planes and spacecraft to be more lighter and sustainable than ever. Tune in to learn about: - The weight problem in mobility, with some EVs and SUVs ballooning up to 3 tonnes. - Game-changing Rapid Tow Shearing process that disrupts the way we design composites leading to lighter, more sustainable and lower cost structures. ...
2024-02-05
22 min
Fast Forward
How Technology is Changing the Face of Transportation
In this episode of CoMotion's Fast Forward Podcast, John Rossant sits down with Michael Inabinet, the Central Division president of HNTB Infrastructure. Join them as they navigate the complexities of how public agencies can maintain their core missions while leveraging the latest innovations for greater efficiency and impact. From the unique challenges faced by DOTs, transit systems, airports, and toll systems to the growing importance of intermodality, the episode paints a vivid picture of a future where sustainability, technology, and customer experience harmoniously coexist. Get your tickets for CoMotion LA next month and get a chance to network with the...
2023-10-23
31 min
Fast Forward
A Glimpse Into CoMotion LA ’23 & The Open Mobility Foundation Summit
In this episode, CoMotion's John Rossant chats with Andrew Glass Hastings, the Executive Director of the Open Mobility Foundation. They delve into the heart of CoMotion LA '23 happening next month, exploring this year’s theme: 'Rewiring the City: Building Infrastructure, Boosting Innovation'. Andrew provides insights into the Open Mobility Foundation Summit, highlighting transformative tools such as the Mobility Data Specification (MDS) and Curb Data Specification (CDS). Tune in now!
2023-10-16
25 min
Fast Forward
Steel Innovation: The Pathway to Net Zero for Ride-Sharing Vehicles
As CoMotion LA draws near, we chat with our Impact Partner, World Auto Steel. Their Steel E-Motive program stands at the forefront of sculpting the future of sustainable Mobility as a Service, propelled by innovative advancements in steel. CoMotion’s CEO John Rossant is joined by World Auto Steel’s Technical Director, George Coates, and Ricardo’s Chief Engineer, Vehicle Systems Integration, Neil McGregor. This episode deep dives into what position steel occupies in an era of fully autonomous ride-sharing and how it can contribute to net zero emission targets. Tune in now!
2023-10-09
28 min
Fast Forward
Carmageddon: Rethinking Our Relationship with Cars
In this special Fast Forward episode, we’re joined by Daniel Knowles, the Midwest correspondent for The Economist and author of "Carmageddon," as well as John Rossant, CEO of CoMotion. Our guest this week discusses the key themes in his polemical new book, from Nairobi's polluted streets to Houston's sprawling 26-lane freeway, the average New Yorker’s CO2 emissions, and the prevalence of excessive parking lots. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode that challenges our relationship with cars, examines the politics surrounding it, and explores new, alternative models of transportation. Tune in now! —————— Find out more about Daniel Knowle's new book Carmageddon: htt...
2023-07-20
40 min
Fast Forward
Navigating the Shifting Tides: Investment Opportunities in Mobility Amidst the Uncertainty
Amidst banking turbulence and rising interest rates, a crucial question arises: in this challenging scenario, where can mobility visionaries turn to secure financial support? CoMotion’s John Rossant chats with Andrew Lewis, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Mobility Capital, and Hooman Yazhari, Executive Chairman and Founder, to delve into the current state of investment in the field of mobility during these uncertain times. The primary objective of Mobility Capital is to provide financial backing for the advancement of innovative ventures and assets in the realms of mobility, logistics, and transportation. How are they investing now? —————— Find out more about Mobility Capital: https://www.mo...
2023-06-20
33 min
Fast Forward
Smart Roads To Unlock the Full Potential of Connected and Autonomous Vehicles
As the world shifts towards smart infrastructure, roads are evolving to unlock the full potential of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) for increased efficiency. CoMotion’s John Rossant chats with Tyler Duvall, CEO and Co-Founder of Cavnue. The company is developing the first connected corridor in Michigan. The project is designed to reduce congestion, improve mobility and support advanced vehicles being developed by automakers. Listen in to learn more about the future of our roads. —————— Find out more about Cavnue: https://www.cavnue.com/ —————— Learn more about our upcoming CoMotion MIAMI gathering next week! May 10-11, 2023. www.comotionmiami.com/register —————— Have any burning questions or topics y...
2023-05-01
28 min
Fast Forward
A Holistic Approach to Electrification With bp pulse
The pace of electrification is speeding up and bp pulse is one of the key players making EV charging easier for fleets. CoMotion’s John Rossant interviews Vic Shao, president of bp pulse fleet. Recently, the company announced a partnership with Hertz to build a network of charging solutions which will serve the largest rental fleet of EVs in North America. Learn more about how companies like bp pulse are establishing private and public partnerships to boost the adoption of electric fleets. —————— Find out more about bp pulse: https://www.bppulse.co.uk/ —————— Interested in joining our next event CoMotion MIAMI '23 in May? Early-bi...
2023-02-16
29 min
Fast Forward
Rewiring Cities with Electric Shuttles with Alex Esposito from Circuit
Very complicated technology is not always the answer. If you’ve been to Santa Monica, San Diego, Dallas or Miami in the last few years you’ll have seen Circuit’s distinctive electric shuttles ferrying people up and down the main drags in those cities and towns. Circuit provides 100% electric local shuttle services offering a great way to reduce cars on the streets. They’re also mostly a free service... What’s not to like about that? Find out more about Circuit’s story in this week's Fast Forward Podcast where we are joined by their Co-Founder and CEO Alex Esposito. Li...
2023-01-23
30 min
Fast Forward
Building the Rail Renaissance With LA Metro
The massive expansion of LA Metro’s network, the new political leadership in Los Angeles, the LA Olympics in 2028… These are some of the important issues that CoMotion's John Rossant has the chance to discuss with LA Metro’s CEO, Stephanie Wiggins on this week's FastForward Podcast. Learn more about the challenges LA Metro will have to overcome in the next few years as it knits together one of the country’s largest and most jurisdictionally complex counties.
2022-12-05
31 min
Fast Forward
Building a Digital Control Tower for Cities with Blue Systems CEO Christophe Arnaud
This week, CoMotion's John Rossant is joined by Blue Systems CEO Christophe Arnaud to discuss his mission to empower cities to achieve their urban mobility goals for the benefit of residents and visitors. Blue Systems provides smart mobility and smart city software solutions to cities and private companies across the globe. Find out more about Blue Systems' work on this week’s podcast. —————— Find out more about Blue Systems: https://www.bluesystems.io/ —————— Interested in joining our flagship CoMotion LA gathering in November? Early-bird passes are available until October 17: comotionla.com/register —————— We invite you to apply to the LA New Mobility Challenge. Our partner, t...
2022-10-10
40 min
Fast Forward
AI in the New Era of Smart Traffic Enforcement
On this week’s episode of CoMotion’s Fast Forward podcast, our host, John Rossant, sits down with Charles Territo, Chief Growth Officer of Hayden AI. Hayden AI is pioneering smart traffic enforcement with its mobile platform to increase the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of municipal fleet vehicles. Rossant and Territo discuss the latest announcements of the company: their partnership with Conduent, their new contract with the MTA for Automated Bus Lane Enforcement camera systems, and more. Tune in! —————— Find out more about Hayden AI: https://www.hayden.ai/ —————— Interested in joining our flagship CoMotion LA gathering in November? Early-bird passes are available until O...
2022-10-03
41 min
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Let’s Change the World, One Charge at a Time with Blink Charging's Brendan Jones
John Rossant interviews Brendan Jones, President of Blink Charging. The company is making it easier for drivers to charge their electric vehicles and is now focused on expanding their services. In this discussion, Rossant and Jones chat about Blink’s business model, their international roll out, and latest acquisitions. “Let’s change the world one charge at a time,” says Brendan Jones. Listen in and learn more about how Blink is helping shape the new perspective of fueling vehicles. —————— Find out more about Blink Charging: https://blinkcharging.com/ —————— Interested in joining our flagship CoMotion LA gathering in November? Early-bird passes are available until October 17...
2022-09-05
36 min
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100% Electric Coastal Travel with REGENT’s Billy Thalheimer
John Rossant is joined by REGENT CEO and Co-Founder, Billy Thalheimer, to discuss the future of coastal travel. Cutting-edge technology is propelling the maritime sector toward being a fast and environmentally responsive way of transportation. Thalheimer talks about REGENT’s sea glider as the world’s first viable commercial solution to all-electric coastal transportation. —————— Find out more about REGENT: https://www.regentcraft.com/ Watch Billy Thalheimer’s Keynote from CoMotion MIAMI ’22: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1c9h0ZOcvs —————— Interested in joining our flagship CoMotion LA gathering in November? Super early-bird passes are available until August 31: https://comotionla.com/register —————— Have any bur...
2022-07-25
35 min
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CoMotion Fast Forward Podcast presents: Vancouver - Emerging Mobility Dynamo
This live presentation of CoMotion’s signature podcast focuses on Vancouver as an ideal ecosystem to catalyze major breakthroughs in next-gen mobility: a dynamic mix of established and emerging industries in transportation and clean technology, some of the world’s leading research universities, and a diverse and highly-skilled workforce.
2022-07-18
28 min
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CoMotion LA Returns! With Gabe Klein, Alex Israel, and David Lin
Greg and Julia recap the themes and highlights of CoMotion LA 2021, from the implications of the infrastructure bill to the proliferation of “dark stores” to the future of parking. To unpack some of these sessions, Greg interviews CityFI’s Gabe Klein, Metropolis’ Alex Israel, and Duffl’s David Lin while on location in Los Angeles. It’s the next best thing to being there.
2021-11-29
39 min
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Ready for Takeoff, with UP Partners’ Ben Marcus
With Julia on holiday, Greg is once again joined by CoMotion’s John Rossant for a whirlwind analysis of U.S. elections (free transit in Boston?), COP26 (beyond EVs?), energy prices’ wild ride as the renewables revolution continues apace, and New York City taxi drivers’ successful hunger strike. John is joined by UP Partners managing director Ben Marcus for a wide-ranging conversation about urban- (and regional) air mobility — a major theme of next week’s CoMotion LA! As always, send questions to Greg & Julia at fastforward@comotionglobal.com. Show Notes: • They Won: The Hunger-Striking Taxi Drivers Who Claimed Victory (Curbed) https://www...
2021-11-08
40 min
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Trans-Europe Express
Host Greg Lindsay is joined on location in Turin by CoMotion managing director Timothy Gribaudi in Paris for a trans-European episode featuring an interview with Choose Paris Region’s mobility and transportation director Romain Erny. Between the three of them, they discussion Paris’ cycling growing pains, Milan’s renewed mandate for micromobility, and Grand Paris’ grand plans for 200km of new automated metro lines and more.
2021-10-11
36 min
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How CATS and DOGS Explain the Future of Mobility
Fast Forward returns with a new fall season of guests…and hosts. Greg Lindsay is joined by CoMotion CEO John Rossant to discuss what attendees can expect at next month’s CoMotion LA, followed by RedBlue Capital’s Olaf Sakkers, who discusses the “trip economy,” his new e-book Mobility Disruption Framework, and why CATS and DOGS are one way to understand the diverging futures of mobility.
2021-10-04
44 min
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Spring Season Finale: Secretary Pete at CoMotion MIAMI
With CoMotion Miami behind us, Greg Lindsay and Jonah Bliss recap this spring’s season of Fast Forward — Elon! EVs! SPACs! Stonks! — plus Secretary Pete’s Miami keynote conversation with CityFi’s Gabe Klein. Listen in!
2021-06-21
38 min
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The Preview Show: CoMotion MIAMI with Anthea Zeng
The Preview Show: CoMotion MIAMI with Anthea Zeng by CoMotion
2021-06-14
28 min
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Greg Lindsay chats with REEF Co-Founder & SVP, Philippe Saint-Just
Greg Lindsay chats with REEF Co-Founder & SVP, Philippe Saint-Just by CoMotion
2021-06-07
38 min
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Funding the Emerging Mobility Landscape of the Future
Funding the Emerging Mobility Landscape of the Future by CoMotion
2021-05-24
31 min
Fast Forward
Scooters and Smoke-Filled Rooms — Greg Lindsay chats with Superpedestrian’s Paul White
Scooters and Smoke-Filled Rooms — Greg Lindsay chats with Superpedestrian’s Paul White by CoMotion
2021-04-26
34 min
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EV Incentives and Biden Bucks - Jonah Bliss chats with Chargie CEO Zach Jennings
EV Incentives and Biden Bucks - Jonah Bliss chats with Chargie CEO Zach Jennings by CoMotion
2021-04-19
32 min
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The EV revolution needs to be for everyone! Jonah Bliss chats with Kameale C. Terry
The EV revolution needs to be for everyone! Jonah Bliss chats with Kameale C. Terry by CoMotion
2021-04-09
36 min
Fast Forward
On Parisians Sharing Scooters and Data - Greg Lindsay chats with Blue Systems' Christophe Arnaud
On Parisians Sharing Scooters and Data - Greg Lindsay chats with Blue Systems' Christophe Arnaud by CoMotion
2021-04-05
35 min
Fast Forward
Dollar vans, Jeepneys, Matatus, oh my! Greg Lindsay talks with Benjamin de le Pena and Su Sanni
Dollar vans, Jeepneys, Matatus, oh my! Greg Lindsay talks with Benjamin de le Pena and Su Sanni by CoMotion
2021-03-29
35 min
Fast Forward
Miami, Monaco, and Beyond
Miami, Monaco, and Beyond by CoMotion
2021-03-22
32 min
Fast Forward
Can Gig Work Ever Be Good Work? - Greg Lindsasy chats with Managed by Q Founder Dan Teran
Can Gig Work Ever Be Good Work? - Greg Lindsasy chats with Managed by Q Founder Dan Teran by CoMotion
2021-03-12
35 min
Fast Forward
Tracking SPACs - Jonah Bliss chats with SPAC Track’s Nick Gershenhorn
Tracking SPACs - Jonah Bliss chats with SPAC Track’s Nick Gershenhorn by CoMotion
2021-03-08
48 min
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On privacy, disruption, and cities - Greg Lindsay chats with Tusk Strategies’ Bradley Tusk
On privacy, disruption, and cities - Greg Lindsay chats with Tusk Strategies’ Bradley Tusk by CoMotion
2021-03-01
42 min
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All I Want for Christmas Is a SPAC - 2020 in Review
All I Want for Christmas Is a SPAC - 2020 in Review by CoMotion
2020-12-14
38 min
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Stonks, SPACs, and the S&P 500 - Greg Lindsay chats with Ludicrous Author E.W. Niedermeyer
Stonks, SPACs, and the S&P 500 - Greg Lindsay chats with Ludicrous Author E.W. Niedermeyer by CoMotion
2020-12-07
36 min
Fast Forward
Dreaming of Computer Vision - Jonah Bliss chats with Automotus’ Jordan Justus
Dreaming of Computer Vision - Jonah Bliss chats with Automotus’ Jordan Justus by CoMotion
2020-11-30
29 min
Fast Forward
Fast Forward comes to you from CoMotion LA LIVE. Keynote Conversation with Wayne Ting, CEO of Lime.
Fast Forward comes to you from CoMotion LA LIVE. Keynote Conversation with Wayne Ting, CEO of Lime. by CoMotion
2020-11-23
32 min
Fast Forward
The CoMotion LA LIVE Preview Extravaganza!
The CoMotion LA LIVE Preview Extravaganza! by CoMotion
2020-11-16
34 min
Fast Forward
Envisioning Mobility's Future - Jonah Bliss chats with Hoag + Co’s Marc Hoag
Envisioning Mobility's Future - Jonah Bliss chats with Hoag + Co’s Marc Hoag by CoMotion
2020-11-09
38 min
Fast Forward
Electrifying Public Transport - Greg Lindsay chats with Arrival's Avinash Rugoobur
Electrifying Public Transport - Greg Lindsay chats with Arrival's Avinash Rugoobur by CoMotion
2020-11-02
29 min
Fast Forward
Accelerating LA Innovation — Greg Lindsay chats with Urban Movement Labs’ Julia Thayne
Accelerating LA Innovation — Greg Lindsay chats with Urban Movement Labs’ Julia Thayne by CoMotion
2020-10-26
32 min
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From Slow Streets to Essential Places with Oakland’s Warren Logan
From Slow Streets to Essential Places with Oakland’s Warren Logan by CoMotion
2020-10-19
39 min
Fast Forward
Micromobility is Here to Stay - Greg Lindsay chats with Avra van der Zee
Micromobility is Here to Stay - Greg Lindsay chats with Avra van der Zee by CoMotion
2020-10-12
35 min
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Right of Way - Greg Lindsay Chats with Angie Schmitt
Right of Way - Greg Lindsay Chats with Angie Schmitt by CoMotion
2020-10-05
33 min
Fast Forward
A New Path Forward for Mobility - Announcing Fast Forward, with Gabriella Gomez-Mont
A New Path Forward for Mobility - Announcing Fast Forward, with Gabriella Gomez-Mont by CoMotion
2020-09-28
38 min
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CoMotion MIAMI LIVE - Greg Lindsay chats with Jonah Bliss
Episode 72. Jonah Bliss and Greg Lindsay talk through the latest mobility happenings, with a special emphasis on all the exciting developments coming out of South Florida and Latin America. Plus, listen in for a special walk-through of the top sessions and most exciting elements of this week’s CoMotion MIAMI LIVE.
2020-06-29
30 min
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EV Charging Made Simple - John Rossant chats with Paul Glenney
Episode 20. CoMotion Founder and Chief Curator John Rossant sits down with Paul Glenney, CEO of Hubject Inc. Hubject is an interoperability platform focused on simplifying EV charging. Hubject works with Charge Port Operators (CPOs) and e-mobility service providers in 26 countries, and has more than 300 business-to-business partners. Hubject operates as a hub, enabling partners to communicate with each other and do business together. John and Paul chat about public charging and ways to accelerate EV adoption in the US and across the world.
2019-01-14
28 min
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The "Patagonia" of Electric Cars - Stephen Baker chats with RJ Scaringe, CEO of Rivian
Episode 16. Stephen Baker and RJ Scaringe, CEO of Rivian, an electric car startup, sat down at LA CoMotion to discuss how the consumption model for cars will evolve over the next decades. RJ calls Rivian the “Patagonia” of electric cars - a comfortable vehicle encouraging customers to go out and explore the world. The car’s smart battery can learn from its user and adjust to his preferred charging mode in real-time. RJ Scaringe believes that as we move away from an exclusive consumption ownership model for cars, we will adopt more use-case specific modes of consumption.
2018-11-19
24 min
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Repurposing (some of) LA’s 18.6 million parking places - John Rossant chats with Nik Karalis
Episode 14. John Rossant and Nik Karalis, CEO of Woods Bagot, chat about the implications of the mobility revolution on the built environment. At LA CoMotion, Woods Bagot, the global architectural and design consultancy, will present their fascinating research on the repurposing of parking places in the city of Los Angeles, exploring how a shift in planning could provide dwellings for more than 3 million people. Woods Bagot’s 3D data visualization tool will adjust itself live to different density scenarios for the districts of Inglewood, Downtown and East LA. Angelinos will be invited to share their impressions on the level of ch...
2018-11-05
25 min
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Towards a shared autonomous future - Greg Lindsay and Yann Leriche, CEO of Transdev North America
Episode 10. LA CoMotion’s Director of Strategy Greg Lindsay and Yann Leriche, CEO of Transdev North America, chat about how shared autonomous transportation will transform cities. Transdev has a hands-on, experimental approach to inventing the future of mobility. Yann Leriche explains the need to work with cities and develop shared solutions in order to balance out the appeal for autonomous vehicles and the increase in traffic and congestion. Yann and Greg discuss the difference between Europe and the United States in public transit ridership. Transdev is sharing data with transit agencies and developing a global set of alternatives to the pr...
2018-10-15
30 min
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New mobility: China as number 1? John Rossant chats with Michael Dunne, CEO of ZoZo Go
Episode 8. John Rossant, LA CoMotion’s Founder and Chief Curator, and Michael Dunne, CEO of ZoZo Go (A Dunne Automotive Company), discuss the industries of ride hailing, electric and autonomous vehicles in China, and how those will play out on a global scale. The Chinese Government has set high ambitions to become leaders in future mobility technologies. John Rossant and Michael Dunne explore political trade tensions between China and the US in the mobility revolution market.
2018-10-01
28 min
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Going multimodal - Greg Lindsay chats with Lyft's Lilly Shoup
Episode 6. In this week’s CoMotion Podcast, Lilly Shoup, Lyft’s Senior Director of Transportation Policy, and our Director of Strategy Greg Lindsay chat about Lyft’s key role in providing mobility solutions for everyone. The scale of the city of Los Angeles lends itself to testing different kinds of dockless mobility, figuring out what works and drawing lessons which can be applied to other cities. Lilly Shoup is a strong supporter of public transportation. She believes Lyft shares cities' goal of reducing single-occupancy vehicles and stresses the importance of working with public agencies to provide new, sustainable ways for people...
2018-09-24
28 min
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Space invaders — Greg Lindsay chats with LADOT general manager Seleta Reynolds
Episode 5. Seleta Reynolds, General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, and Greg Lindsay, LA CoMotion's Director of Strategy, chat about what the latest comprehensive regulation of dockless vehicles means for the city of Los Angeles. This new policy encourages companies to innovate, as long as they are willing to comply with LADOT’s mobility data specifications and that they express the city’s core values through their technology. It also lays the groundwork for how the city will manage what’s coming next. Seleta Reynolds is a strong advocate for public/private cooperation, and believes the city should start...
2018-09-17
33 min