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GeomobEd/Steven: Geomob London and Dublin summaryEd and Steven discuss the recent Geomob London and the first-ever Geomob Dublin, as well as the upcoming Geomob Berlin on 18 June 2026 and an OpenCage blog post about geosearch improvements.
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This episode of the Geomob podcast is sponsored by the Open Geospatial Consortium. Thank you!
2026-06-0830 minGeomobEd/Steven: Geomob Cologne and Berlin SummaryJoin Ed and Steven as they discuss recent geospatial events in Cologne and Berlin, exploring topics like geocoding, routing engines, and community building in the geospatial sector. Discover insights into organizing successful meetups, challenges of venue sourcing, and upcoming events in the geo community.
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Thank you to GEO Business for sponoring this episode of the Geomon podcast.
2026-05-0428 minGeomobBenjamin Trigona-Harany: Mapping Ottoman Transportation NetworksExplore the fascinating project of reconstructing Ottoman Empire travel routes using historical maps, geospatial technology, and historical research. Discover how Benjamin Trigona-Harany, winner of the best speaker prize at the February 2026 Geomob Berlin, combined old Ottoman maps, modern routing algorithms, and historical context to create an interactive routing engine that reveals travel times and routes from the 19th century.
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This episode is made possible by support from our sponsor, GEO Business.
2026-04-1330 minGeomobBen Abelshausen: Geomob Belgium and the Bike Data ProjectEd speaks with Ben Abelshausen about the progress of Geomob Belgium and the Bike Data Project. They discuss the challenges and successes of organizing events in Belgium, the importance of collecting cycling data to empower cyclists, and the need for better data privacy measures. Ben shares insights into the project's origins, goals, and the necessity for community involvement to create a sustainable and effective data collection system for urban planning.
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2026-03-3027 minGeomobKeiko Nomura: viewtif, A Tool for Visualizing Geospatial Data"In this episode of the Geomob podcast, Alastair speaks with Keiko Nomura, a research scientist at NASA Ames Research Center, about her software tool, viewtif. The conversation explores Keiko's background in remote sensing, the motivation behind creating the software, its functionalities, and the community's response to its release. Keiko discusses the challenges of visualizing geospatial data and how the tool aims to simplify the process for users. The episode also touches on future developments and the potential for expanding the tool's capabilities based on user feedback
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2026-03-1626 minGeomobEd/Steven: Geomob Berlin summary, vibe coding and moreEd and Steven discuss vibe coding, building custom tools with AI, WordPress site management, recent OpenCage updates, and highlights from the Feb 25th Geomob Berlin including innovative projects and historical mapping.
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2026-03-0937 minGeomobJeremy Morley: Introducing Geospatial originsEd welcomes Jeremy Morley as the new co-host of the Geomob podcast. They discuss Jeremy's extensive background in geospatial sciences, including his academic journey and experiences in remote sensing and Earth observation. The conversation explores the evolution of geospatial technology, the impact of community mapping through OpenStreetMap, and the challenges of data quality. Jeremy shares insights from his time at Ordnance Survey and the importance of connecting with startups through Geovation. The episode concludes with reflections on the future of geospatial technology, particularly in relation to AI.
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2026-02-1634 minGeomobKaty Whitaker: Historic England Aerial MapperIn this episode of the GeoMob podcast, Dr. Katy Whitaker discusses the role of aerial imagery in archaeology, and in particular the work of Historic England. With over six million aerial photographs in their archive, Historic England utilizes aerial surveys to map archaeological features across the UK. The conversation covers the importance of maintaining these archives, the challenges of accuracy in aerial photography, and the innovative tools like the Aerial Photo Explorer that make this data accessible to the public. Additionally, the impact of climate change on archaeological sites and the need for informed decision-making in heritage preservation are...
2026-02-0930 minGeomobEd and Steven: A strong start to 2026Ed and Steven discuss the recent Geomob London event, highlighting its success and the packed attendance. They delve into the various talks presented, focusing on themes such as the challenges and innovations in the geospatial industry, the importance of leadership skills, and the need for new technologies to manage the increasing volume of data. The conversation also touches on community engagement through projects and the recognition of emerging talent in the field.
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2026-02-0223 minGeomobGeomob Berlin and Barcelona summaryIn the final episode of the Geomob podcast for 2025, hosts Ed and Steven reflect on the past year, discuss the evolving role of AI in geocoding and data maintenance, and recap recent Geomob events in Berlin and Barcelona. They explore innovations in cycling infrastructure, the importance of citizen science, and the challenges posed by GPS technology. The conversation highlights the advancements in geospatial technology and the exciting future ahead in 2026.Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2025-12-2841 minGeomobHoliday SpecialMerry Christmas! In this festive Geomob podcast, the co-hosts reflect on the past year, celebrating achievements within the geospatial community, discussing highlights from various events, and sharing personal triumphs. They also explore gift ideas for geo enthusiasts and set goals for the podcast in the coming year, emphasizing the importance of emerging voices in the industry and the need for honest conversations about the future of geospatial technology, particularly in relation to AI and sustainability.
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2025-12-2249 minGeomobRichard Flemmings: AGI Foresight Report UKNew Geomob host Denise discusses the recently released AGI Foresight Report with Richard Flemmings, CEO of Map Impact. They explore the significance of the report, its findings, and the reflections from the AGI conference. Key themes include the evolution of geospatial technology, the importance of skills development, and the global relevance of the report's insights. The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration within the geospatial community and invites listeners to engage with the report's recommendations.Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2025-12-1435 minGeomobDirk Voets: GeomobNLOur guest is Dirk Voets, organizer of Geomob Netherlands, which started in 2024. Dirk looks back on the progress since then. We discuss the Dutch geospatial scene generally, and look forward to the upcoming January event (rescheduled from December). The conversation explores the importance of community in the geospatial field, emphasizing the value of sharing experiences and learning from failures. Dirk Voets discusses the role of Geomob in connecting professionals and fostering a supportive environment for growth and collaboration.
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2025-12-0127 minGeomobFreddie Hunter: Trees Outside Woodland (TOW)In this episode of the Geomob podcast, Alastair speaks with Freddie Hunter from Forest Research about the innovative mapping of Trees Outside Woodlands across England. They discuss the importance of this data set for ecological monitoring, the methodologies used for data processing, and the various applications of the data in tree planting and carbon assessment. Freddie also shares insights into quality assessment and the plans for future updates to the data.
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2025-11-2335 minGeomobJames Norris: Reinventing the MapIn this episode of the Geomob podcast, Steven speaks with James Norris, the head of International Affairs at Ordnance Survey, about the evolving role of national mapping agencies in a digital world. They discuss the significance of the Cambridge Conference, the changing landscape of geospatial data, the importance of trust in mapping, and the impact of technology on the future of mapping. The conversation highlights the need for collaboration, innovation, and a focus on people in the geospatial field.
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2025-10-1938 minGeomobSteven & Denise Introduction EpisodeIn this special episode of the Geomob podcast, Steven introduces the newest host for Geomob, Denise McKenzie and then hands over the hosting duties. Denise shares her journey in the geospatial sector. Then the conversation explores the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the industry, reflections on the podcast's evolution over 300 episodes, and the significance of having women represented in geospatial discussions. Steven offers advice for aspiring podcasters, emphasizing the importance of partnership and simplicity. The episode concludes with aspirations for future guests and the desire to inspire listeners with impactful stories from the geospatial community.
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2025-10-1238 minGeomobEd/Steven: Berlin summary/London previewIn this episode, Ed and Steven discuss their recent experiences at various conferences, including the IoT conference in Amsterdam and Geomob Berlin. They highlight the importance of community engagement in the geospatial field, share insights on mapping contributions, and announce upcoming events. The conversation also touches on job opportunities within the community and the introduction of a new host for the podcast, aiming to bring fresh perspectives to future episodes.
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2025-10-0626 minGeomobPost-summer catch upIn this episode, Ed and Steven reflect on their summer experiences, celebrate listener engagement, and discuss upcoming events in the geocommunity. They share insights on business updates, challenges with large customers, and milestones such as Mappery's 7th birthday. The conversation also touches on the ease of organizing local geomob events and the importance of community involvement.
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2025-09-1414 minGeomobWill Cadell: GEOFESTOJoin us for episode 302. of the Geomob Podcast as Steven hosts Will Cadell of SparkGeo to discuss the GEOFESTO, a manifesto for the geospatial sector. They delve into five key principles that aim to reshape how geospatial professionals approach their work, from promoting spatial thinking to fostering collaboration and focusing on outcomes.
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2025-09-0848 minGeomobGreta C. Vega: Data for biodiversityEpisode 301. of the Geomob Podcast sees Alastair interview Greta Vega, a lead ecologist at Versant. From her early days digitising data to her current role using geospatial tools for ecological compensation, Greta shares her insights on the intersection of ecology and technology. Discover how her work is shaping the future of renewable energy projects and the importance of visualising data for impactful decision-making. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2025-09-0136 minGeomob300 episodes!This isn't just a normal episode... this is Episode 300 of the Geomob Podcast! Join hosts Ed, Steven, and Alistair as they reflect on their journey, memorable episodes, and the impact of their community. They discuss the importance of feedback, the potential for new formats, and their aspirations for future episodes, including the possibility of new hosts and exploring diverse topics within the geospatial field.Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2025-08-2436 minGeomobRichard Conway: EOEPCA+In the latest episode of the Geomob podcast, Richard Conway from Telespazio discusses the EOEPCA initiative with Alastair. EOEPCA is an ESA project aimed at improving the interoperability of Earth Observation platforms. He explains the architecture of EOEPCA and its evolution into EOEPCA+, emphasising the importance of stakeholder engagement and open-source development. The conversation also covers points around user access management, workflow management using the Common Workflow Language, and the integration of these building blocks into existing platforms.
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2025-08-1738 minGeomobEd Parsons: Looking back, looking forwardIn this episode of the Geomob podcast, hosts Ed and Steven are joined by Ed Parsons for a rich conversation about the evolution of geospatial technology, the impact of Google on the industry, and the future of geospatial data. They discuss the transition from corporate life to freelancing, the importance of community in the geospatial field, and the challenges and opportunities presented by AI. The discussion also explores the utility of geospatial information in everyday life and the need for innovative thinking to address ongoing problems in the industry.
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2025-08-1152 minGeomobIan James: A Life at OSIn this episode of the Geomob Podcast, host Steven welcomes Ian James, who shares his extensive career at the Ordnance Survey. James, who spent over 40 years at the organization, discusses the dramatic evolution of cartography from traditional paper maps to modern digital databases. He reflects on the challenges of digitization, the impact of open data on the mapping industry, and the future of national mapping agencies, all while emphasizing the importance of integrating various data sources.
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2025-08-0339 minGeomobGregory Marler: State of the Map Europe 2025In this episode of the Geomob podcast, Ed interviews Gregory Marler, a key member of the OpenStreetMap community an organizer of the State of the Map Europe conference (14-15 Nov 2025). They discuss the upcoming event in Dundee, Scotland, its logistics, audience engagement, and the importance of community participation in the geospatial field. Gregory shares insights on the conference format, proposal process, and the diverse audience it aims to attract, emphasizing the need for collaboration and interaction among attendees.Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for...
2025-07-2024 minGeomobLaura O'Brien/Lewis Rattray: FrontierraIn this episode of the Geomob podcast, host Alastair speaks with Laura O'Brien and Lewis Rattray from Frontierra, an environmental geospatial consultancy. They discuss the integration of satellite data into financial institutions to assess climate and nature risks. The conversation covers the role of geospatial data in decision-making, the importance of understanding nature-related risks, and the emerging applications of Earth observation data in finance. They also touch on the challenges of supply chain transparency and the future of environmental assessments in the financial sector.
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2025-07-1439 minGeomobEd/Steven: BCN/LON summaryIn this conversation, Ed and Steven recap recent Geomob events in Barcelona and London, discussing attendance challenges and the cultural differences affecting participation. They highlight innovative talks from various speakers, focusing on geospatial technology applications in education, delivery solutions, and safety mapping. The discussion also touches on new developments like India's DigiPin system, emphasizing the need for effective delivery solutions in a rapidly digitalizing society.
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2025-06-2933 minGeomobJonas Sølvsteen/Henry Rodman: eoAPIIn this episode of the Geomob podcast, Alastair is joined by guests Henry Rodman and Jonas Sølvsteen to discuss the EO API, a new initiative from Development Seed aimed at improving access to geospatial data. They cover their backgrounds in geospatial technology before turning to the API, focusing on how it works and its intended purpose. They delve into the STAC specification, its importance for data cataloging, and the target audience for EO API. The conversation also covers deployment challenges, user experience, and the importance of community engagement in the development of EO API.
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2025-06-2236 minGeomobEd/Steven: BER summary / general updates Ed and Steven discuss the recent Geomob Berlin event, highlighting its success and the innovative projects presented by various speakers. They also touch on upcoming events in London and Barcelona, and share updates on OpenCage's developments, including AI integration.
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2025-06-0827 minGeomobPhil Kershaw: EO Data HubIn this episode of the Geomob Podcast, Philip Kershaw of CEDA (Centre for Environmental Data Analysis) discusses the Earth Observation Data Hub (EODH), a new initiative funded by the UK government aimed at improving access to environmental data. He explains the evolution of the JASMIN facility and the CEMS initiative, highlighting the importance of interoperability and user engagement in building the hub. Phil emphasises the need for collaboration with commercial data providers. The conversation concludes with insights into future steps for user onboarding and platform development.
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2025-06-0133 minGeomobQuintin Lake: The PerimeterIn this episode of the Geomob podcast, host Steven welcomes Quintin Lake, a renowned photographer who undertook an epic five-year journey walking the entire coastline of mainland Britain. Quintin shares insights about his experiences, the challenges he faced, and the inspiration behind his book, 'The Perimeter'. The conversation delves into the structure of the book, his favorite photographs, and the unique stories behind them, as well as the geographic observations he made during his journey. Quintin also discusses future projects and the importance of understanding the landscapes of Britain.
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2025-05-2637 minGeomobOlly Bartlett: Greening of AntarcticaAlastair welcomes Dr. Olly Bartlett to the Geomob podcast to discuss the trend of greening in Antarctica. Olly shares his journey into remote sensing and explains how the study of moss banks can reveal how these ecosystems have been affected over time. They explore the use of Google Earth Engine for research and the potential risks of invasive species in fragile ecosystems.
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2025-05-0432 minGeomobSilas Toms: Geomob San Francisco RecapEd interviews Silas Toms, co-organizer of the recent GeoMeetup/Geomob event in San Francisco. Silas shares his background in geospatial technology, the revival of the GeoMeetup culture, and the success of the recent event, which featured a diverse lineup of speakers from major tech companies and government agencies. The conversation highlights the importance of community building, networking, and the future of geospatial technology, including the role of AI and OpenStreetMap.Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2025-04-2727 minGeomobMax Lenormand: Fused.ioIn this Geomob podcast episode, Alastair welcomes Max Lenormand back to discuss his current geospatial data science work at Fused. Max shares insights into the challenges faced by data scientists and lays out how Fused aims to simplify serverless computing for data analysis. The conversation covers the importance of user-defined functions, real-world applications of their tools, and the future of Fused as they engage with the community.
Later on, they delve into the intersection of AI, particularly large language models (LLMs), and geospatial data. They discuss the advancements in LLMs, the potential for connecting these models to...
2025-04-131h 00GeomobEd/Steven: OGC joins as Global SupporterEd and Steven discuss the latest developments at OpenCage, including the upcoming launch of spreadsheet upload functionality and the introduction of MCPs (Model Connector Protocols). They also share exciting news about new sponsorships, including ThunderForest's renewal as a London sponsor and the OGC becoming a "Global Supporter". Next, the discussion turns to upcoming events, including the first Geomob Zürich. Finally, they touch on the complexities of geocoding, the Scramble Maps Challenge, and geopolitical insights related to tariffs and ISO codes.Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and s...
2025-04-0633 minGeomobSteven/Ed: California Dreamin'In this episode, Ed and Steven discuss exciting developments in the Geomob community, including renewed sponsorships (thank you Esri UK!) and upcoming events in various cities - including San Francisco! -. Steven attended Geovation's 15th anniversary event. They also ponder Niantic's recent strategic shift from gaming to a focus on spatial technology.Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2025-03-1624 minGeomobClaire Neil: SEPA's SEMSIn this episode of the Geomob podcast, Alastair speaks with Claire Neil, Principal EO Scientist at the Scottish Environment Protection Agency's (SEPA) new Satellite Emergency Mapping Service (SEMS). They discuss Claire's journey in Earth observation, the operational use of SEMS during disasters, the challenges of data processing, and the future developments in Earth observation capabilities at SEPA. The conversation highlights the importance of satellite-derived information in emergency response and environmental monitoring in Scotland.
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2025-02-2333 minGeomobEd/Steven: GeomobEDI/LON/BER summaryIn this episode, Ed and Steven discuss their experiences at the recent Geomob events in Edinburgh, London, and Berlin. They reflect on the vibrant community, the engaging talks, and the importance of sponsorship for future events. The conversation turns to how Geomob might grow, and plans for expansion into new cities, including potential events in North America.Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2025-02-1731 minGeomobNick Everard: Spatial HydrometryFor this week's Geomob podcast, we shake things up a bit. Alastair interviews Nick Everard, a senior hydrometric scientist, about the advancements in hydrometry and river flow measurement. They discuss the evolution of measurement techniques from traditional methods to modern technologies like remote-controlled boats, drones, and satellites. Nick emphasises the importance of accurate data collection in understanding and managing river flows, especially in the context of climate change and increasing flood risks. The conversation makes for a fascinating case study on the importance of data collection and geo-edge cases.
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2025-02-0336 minGeomobEd/Steven: Geomob Netherlands recapIn this episode, Ed and Steven discuss their recent travels, focusing on the Geomob event in the Netherlands. Topics of focus include the recent growth of Geomob events across Europe, upcoming events, and speaker lineups. The conversation turns to the ways OpenStreetMap has contributed to humanitarian efforts and corporate involvement in mapping. Finally, they explore the future of mapping technology, competition in the GIS space, and make predictions for 2025.
2024-11-2432 minGeomobTom Armitage: MapTilerIn this episode of the Geomob podcast, host Steven welcomes Tom Armitage, a geospatial professional with over 20 years of experience who currently works as a technical writer for MapTiler. The conversation covers Tom's journey in the geospatial field, his passion for cartography, and the innovative services offered by MapTiler, including its mapping API and augmented reality capabilities. Tom discusses the importance of user experience and customization in mapping technologies and reveals some future developments at MapTiler.
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2024-11-1837 minGeomobEd/Steven: Berlin/Barcelona recapThis episode is sponsored by Bee Maps.
Ed and Steven reconvene to discuss recent Geomob events in Berlin and Barcelona, highlighting various talks on AI, geospatial technologies, and community engagement. They also touch on the challenges of event attendance, upcoming events, and the monetization of their podcast. Ed shares a fun new feature from OpenCage: Shipping Forecast sea areas. He also calls for beta testers of a upcoming new service. Meanwhile Steven is about to head off leaf-peeping in New England, helped of course by thematic maps. Finally the topic turns to Foursquare, who recently announced the...
2024-10-2752 minGeomobEd/Steven: A great London nightSteven and Ed look back on the recent (ept 18th) Geomob London, a celebration of OpenStreetMap's 20th birthday. It was easily the largest, but also possibly the best, Geomob London yet, with a phenomenal turn out. Our hosts discuss the talks, the crowd, the evolution of the project, the diversity of its community, and the impact of technology and AI on mapping. They explore the balance between corporate involvement and individual contributions, and the global perspective of OpenStreetMap.
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2024-10-0636 minGeomobJoana Simoes: Geomob LisbonEd welcomes back Joana Simoes (a five-time Geomob speaker!) to discuss the upcoming Geoob Lisbon event, which she co-organizes together with Miguel Marques. They explore the growing geospatial scene in Lisbon, the diverse presentations attendees can expect, and the importance of community engagement in the geospatial field. The conversation encourages listeners to participate and connect with others in the geospatial community. We hope to see you in Lisbon on October 2nd!
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2024-09-1533 minGeomobEd/Steven: summer catch-upEd and Steven catch up on their summer activities. There is now a Geomob page on Ripple.fm a social network focused around podcasts. We encourage all listeners to join the discussion there. Next topic is the recent exodus from Twitter and the emergence of alternative platforms like Mastodon and speciifically BlueSky, where Steven is now also mirroring Mappery content. The conversation concludes with a reminder about the upcoming Geomob events and a break from #fridaygeotrivia for the month.
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2024-08-2623 minGeomobWil Waters: The Geospatial IndexRecent Geomob London speaker (April 2024) Wil Waters discusses the Geospatial Index, a listing of publicly traded geospatial companies he has developed. Wil is host of a new geospatial podcast of the same name. He explains the motivation behind the project and the potential for geospatial practitioners to capture more value from the industry. Wil also explores the idea of creating a publicly tradable entity based on the Geospatial Index and the challenges involved. He emphasizes the importance of taking a systematic approach to investing and encourages geospatial professionals to consider ownership positions in geospatial companies.
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2024-08-1238 minGeomobWelcome Alastair GrahamIn this episode we introduce new co-host Alastair Graham, who wil take the lead on all things Earth Observation here on the Geomob podcast!
Long-time geospatial podcast listeners will of course recognize Alastair from the Scene From Above podcast which he co-hosted for several years. We are delighted to add his experience and insights to the show. We discuss Alastair's background in geospatial and Earth observation, and his reasons for returning to podcasting. We then also explore the challenges of making the Earth observation industry commercially viable and the need for education and use cases to create awareness and demand.
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2024-08-0531 minGeomobDave Whittingham: KreuzungenRecent Geomob Berlin speaker and avid cyclist Dave Whittingham discusses his project Kreuzungen, a service that allows users to upload their GPX tracks and find out which rivers they have crossed. The project started as a fun idea and has now gained popularity amongst Strava users. Dave highlights the importance of open data and open-source tools in making the project possible. Kreuzungen serves as an example of learning through experimentation and play in the geospatial community.
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2024-07-2831 minGeomobEd/Steven: Belgium/London recapToday's conversation is wide-ranging - taking us through the British electoral system, the distortion of electoral maps, the use of drones in agriculture, the importance of green spaces in cities, and statistical modeling in spatial contexts. The diversity of topics comes about due to our recap of the biggest week days in Geomob history with events in Edinburgh, Leuven (the first Geomob Belgium), and London. Ed had the good fortune to attend the Belgium and London events, he shares his impressions. Finally, the conversation touches on the energy consumption of AI and the need for sustainable solutions.
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2024-07-0738 minGeomobSteve McLeod: Feature UpvoteEd chats with Steve McLeod, the founder of Feature Upvote, a service that allows customers to suggest and upvote ideas for products. At the recent Geomob Barcelona and Berlin events we used the service to vote for best speaker at Geomob events. They also explore the challenges of gathering feedback, distinguishing between different types of feedback, and overcoming language barriers. Steve shares advice for managing feedback and making customers feel listened to.
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2024-06-1631 minGeomobEd/Steven: Recent eventsOur conversation covers two recent Geomob events, one in Barcelona and the other in Berlin, with discussions on the talks, speakers, and audience feedback. We then delve into the Amazon geospatial event in London, the new voting system, upcoming Geomob events, and the challenges of managing sponsors. Finally we salute Geomob sponsor Ed Parsons on recently winning the Royal Geographic Society's Professional Geography Award. Well done!
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2024-06-0941 minGeomobGala Camacho: Geomob EdinburghGala Camacho, organizer of Geomob Edinburgh, joins Ed on the podcast to discuss her experience organizing the event and provide advice for others interested in starting GeoMob in their cities. The first event in Edinburgh was a success, with a diverse range of talks covering technical, artistic, and business topics. Gala emphasizes the importance of creating a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere at Geomob events, where attendees can make connections and discuss geospatial topics. She also highlights the need for more speakers and encourages anyone interested to submit their ideas. Overall, the event received positive feedback and demonstrated the demand...
2024-06-0229 minGeomobSanna Jokela: GispoSanna Jokela, CEO of Gispo, joins us to discuss a project the company did with UNESCO's International Institute for Educational Planning, and which was presented at the most recent Geomob Finland in Turku. The project focused on using rainfall data to find optimal school hours in sub-Saharan Africa. Gispo specializes in open source geospatial tools and works with both local and global clients. We also briefly discuss the Finnish geospatial scene, which has a strong emphasis on open source, with many companies using tools like QGIS. The project for UNESCO is still being tested, but the QGIS plugin they...
2024-05-2631 minGeomobCarston Hernke: Honeycomb MapsCarston Hernke, the founder of Honeycomb Maps, and recent Geomob Berlin speaker, shares his journey of building a geospatial data analysis tool using WebAssembly. He discusses the frustration of building geospatial applications that don't meet user needs and the aha moment of discovering the concept of direct manipulation. Carston explains how WebAssembly allows for faster and more responsive geospatial experiences in the browser. He introduces Honeycomb Maps, a tool designed for operations teams in the mobility and last-mile delivery markets. Carston emphasizes the importance of simplicity in geospatial tools and offers resources for learning more about WebAssembly.
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2024-04-2830 minGeomobEd/Steven: Updates/London recapIn this week's conversation Ed and Steven recap the recent Geomob London event, including discussing the best speaker contest and potential improvements to the voting process. They mull how to best celebrate the 20th anniversary of OpenStreetMap's founding. Finally the discussion turns to recent developments on their respective projects, including a feature in The New York Times for Mapillary and tutorial videos for OpenCage.
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2024-04-2039 minGeomobOctavio Herrera: AddressHubIn this episode Ed interviews Octavio Herrera, the founder of recently-launched AddressHub, an address intelligence API for parcel delivery companies. Octavio discusses the importance of address data and the challenges associated with it. He highlights common mistakes in address data, such as abbreviations, inconsistent formatting, and assumptions about addresses working the same way in different countries. Octavio explains how AddressHub helps solve these issues by cleaning and normalizing address data and using multiple geocoders to find accurate coordinates. He also shares his perspective on alternate address solutions. Finally, Octavio promises he will be speaking at a Geomob Berlin in...
2024-04-0831 minGeomobJames Milner: Terra DrawEd is joined by recent Geomob London speaker James Milner who discusses Terra Draw, a cross-platform, open source map editing tool. He explains the inspiration behind Terra Draw and its use cases, highlighting its differentiation from other mapping tools. James shares the current status of the project and future plans, as well as the open-source nature of Terra Draw and the contributions from the community. He discusses funding and sponsorship, including the support he received from OSGeo UK. James reflects on his experience presenting at FOSS4G and the value of the Geomob community. He concludes by inviting listeners...
2024-03-2433 minGeomobJorge Sanz: Elastic GeoSteven's guest this week is Jorge Sanz. They discuss the evolution of open source in the geospatial industry, particularly around the role of larger tech companies like Carto, where Jorge previously worked, and Elastic, where he now works. They delve into the capabilities of Elasticsearch and its use in geospatial applications. The conversation touches on the importance of data privacy and ownership, as well as the need for individuals to have an exit strategy from social media platforms. Jorge also shares his involvement in the geospatial community, Geoinquiets Valencia, his recent visit to his first in-person Geomob event in...
2024-03-1752 minGeomobEd/Steven: GeomobEDI is coming, LON, BCN, and BER recapsEd and Steven announce the first ever Geomob Edinburgh (March 26th) and recap recent Geomob events in London, Barcelona, and Berlin.
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2024-02-2528 minGeomobEd/Steven: We need moneyEd and Steven catch up on their holiday experiences, their projects, and look forward to this week's Geomob London event. They discuss the growing financial challenges of running Geomob and explore potential sponsorship ideas to cover the rising costs. One idea is to offer a 'buy one, get one free' sponsorship package, where sponsors support both the podcast and an open-source project.
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2024-01-2238 minGeomobGeomob Christmas SpecialOnce again we convene the Geomob expert panel to look back on 2023 and make predictions for 2024. Join Steven, Ed and the geo-elves: Ken Field, Mark Iliffe, Jeremy Morley, Ed Parsons Denise McKenzie, and Alex Wrottesley for our extra-long holiday special.
We wish all of our listeners a restful holiday break and a geotastic 2024!
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2023-12-261h 28GeomobSimon Poole: The state of OpenStreetMap editorsSimon Poole returns to Geomob this week for a deeper look at building an OpenStreetMap editor. Having spent the last ten years working on Vespucci, an OSM editor for Android phones, Simon is well versed in OSM editor innovation. Editors have come a long way since OSM started. The main difference is that everyone now has a mobile device, and for some users, that’s all they have. The devices themselves have evolved with a wide range of features and sensors, how do they impact the capabilities of OSM editors such as Vespucci? There are actually only a handful of...
2023-12-1138 minGeomobJorit Schmelzle: Peregrine.aiThe topic this week is "vehicle video analysis" as Jorit Schmelzle - a recent speaker at Geomob Berlin - joins Ed to talk about his company: Peregrin. Using various devices such as dash cams or smartphones, Peregrin collects visual data for real time interventions as well as later use. Primarily used by professional driver fleets, the data helps to alert drivers on their journeys in various dangerous situations. The data can also help drivers later to review situations or provide information on vehicle safety. The video data can also be useful for third parties like mapmakers or city road...
2023-11-2729 minGeomobMarco Bernasocchi: QFieldGeomob welcomes back Marco Bernasocchi this week for a close look at QField. With a full QGIS core QField has a user interface that is made for amateur users. Digitising and taking care of mobile data so that you can do what you need to do "in the field" with all the data available to you anywhere you are. There is now also a QField Cloud that synchronises the data. Listen in as Steven and Marco discuss the benefits of open source technology due to transparency and collabortation. While QGIS has many companies working on it there is a...
2023-11-2030 minGeomobMiika Sikala: BiilaThere are many services that focus on transporting people by cars, but on this episode of the Geomob podcast, we flip things around and learn about an on-demand service where people transport cars. Our guest today is Miika Sikala, winner of the best speaker prize at last week's Geomob Finland and research director at Biila, where they solve the complex problem of short and fast delivery of vehicles to buyers or dealers. Miika explains the use cases, the complex logistics of the service, and shares his insights. Tune in to find out how using freelance drivers and chaining multiple...
2023-11-1331 minGeomobEd/Steven: Lisbon recap, What3Words debateAnother Steven and Ed catchup. After briefly recapping the Lisbon event, Ed rants a bit about Wise's recent decision to change OpenCage's bank account number on very minimal notice. But then the discussion turns to What3Words, a company many in the georati love to hate. Our hosts recount a recent experiment in which Chris Sheldrick (What3Words co-founder, and past Geomob London speaker) posted a letter to himself using only a What3Words "3 word address". The letter arrived in two business days!
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob...
2023-11-0546 minGeomobDavid Overton: SplashMapsCome for the geo-merch, stay for the e-textiles! If you’re a frequent Geomob London attendee you will be familiar with this weeks’ guest David Overton, co-founder of SplashMaps, sponsor of our best speaker prize. David has been on the podcast before to introduce us to SplashMaps. Since then, the business has grown and the use cases for SplashMaps have expanded. When you can’t, or don’t want to use your mobile device, you can make and have a map that everyone can look at and use. Whatx separates their maps from other custom mapmakers are the materials used. Ad...
2023-10-3033 minGeomobEd/Steven: BCN, LON, FOSS4GUK recapsSteven shares his impressions from FOSS4G UK Local, and then Ed and Steven look back on recent Geomob events in London and Barcelona. We hope you can join us at an in-person Geomob in the near future.
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2023-10-0138 minGeomobTim Fernando: EsplorioEd welcomes a distinguished Geomob speaker to the podcast this week. Tim Fernando has won best speaker at Geomob London twice. One of those talks was about his travel journal service Esplorio. Esplorio is an app for those who don’t want to share their journeys with the entire internet universe, but still want to document and share with a few. The program allows you to record your trips automatically without draining battery with constant manual check ins. Tim is now looking for a new operator for the business, someone who sees the potential and the need to make it...
2023-08-2830 minGeomobEd/Steven: Summer geonewsEd and Steven take a break from summer break to chime in on some recent geonews. First up they consider the Overture dataset release, then the discussion turns to whether Apple Maps has improved and/or whether Google Maps has worsened.
Enjoy the break everyone and we hope to see you at Geomob events in September.
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2023-08-2150 minGeomobDario Raijman: TextomapTurning words into maps is no easy feat, but that’s exactly what our guest this week does. Joining Ed for a chat is Dario Raijman of Textomap, an easy map making tool that works with natural text (in many different languages) to instantly create interactive maps. Dario explains how Textomap differs from other map creation websites/apps: there is no need for app or tool downloads and there are several ways to turn text into a map, even using an AI prompt. To put it simply, it’s fast, easy and helpful for travellers, content creators, teachers and anyone who...
2023-07-2429 minGeomobEd/Steven: Tel Aviv and London eventsSteven and Ed discuss Florian Ledermann's geospatial Mastodon list before looking back on the recent Geomob events in Tel Aviv and London. Have a great summer everyone.
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2023-07-0939 minGeomobJuha Koponen: CollectiveCrunchThis week Ed chats with the winner of the best speaker prize at the April 2023 Geomob Finland. Juha Koponen is the COO of CollectiveCrunch. To put it simply, CollectiveCrunch counts and analyzes the trees in the forest using remote sensing. Juha and his team combine the latest tech in geospatial including earth observation, machine learning, and AI, to assess forestry needs quickly and accurately. Tackling problems like forest density and bark beetles activity, CollectiveCrunch is able to monitor what goes on in the forest without always needing to travel long distances and measure manually. Listen in as Ed and...
2023-06-2633 minGeomobEd/Steven: Berlin recap, Lyft embraces OSMA catch up episodes with our hosts Ed and Steven. Ed recounts the second Geomob Berlin (summary thread). Steven is already on the ground in Tel Aviv where Ed will soon join him for the June 20th GeomobTLV. In other news OpenCage is again mentoring an OpenStreetMap Google Summer of Code project, while Mappery once again grapples with the technical snafu of publishing to Twitter. Finally the discussion turns to Lyft's recent announcement that they will begin relying on OpenStreetMap for their maps.
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob ev...
2023-06-1139 minGeomobJennifer Ding: London Data WeekThis week we spotlight an exciting event: London Data Week. This city wide festival will take place from 3rd to the 9th of July and is meant to bring London’s thriving data community together. It’s also a chance to brainstorm ideas on how to bring useful data to the general public. Joining Steven is Jen Ding of the Alan Turing Institute (and winner of the SplashMap best speaker prize at our April 2023 London event). Jen explains the aims of the week and gives Steven a preview of what to expect. Whether you’re into cycling, comedy, or AI, Lo...
2023-06-0523 minGeomobEd/Steven: Helsinki and London recap, more sponsors neededEd had the pleasure of attending the first Geomob Finand in Helsinki (see the summary thread), and was then off to London to join Steven for the biggest Geomob London ever (summary thread). They recap both events, ponder the skyrocketing price of beer in UK (which means we really could do with some more sponsors), muse briefly on whether London has lost its international technical mojo, and then give brief updates on their projects.
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.
2023-04-2353 minGeomobAntti Jakobsson: Geomob FinlandGearing up for the first Geomob Finland on April 13th, this week Ed chats with one of the organisers: Antti Jakobson. Antti has been working with the National Land Survey of Finland for over 30 years. This year he is also leading a new Location Innovation Hub as part of the European Digital Innovation Hub network. Antti fills us in on what you can expect from a Finnish crowd and how it may differ from previous Geomob events. Ed will be speaking alongside speakers from Zero Gravity, ICEYE, Collective Crunch, and CGI. Tune in to find out why Antti decided...
2023-03-2024 minGeomobEd/Steven: Berlin recap, ChatGPT support painEd and Steven catch up following the first Geomob Berlin. Listen in as Ed recalls the most interesting parts of GeomobBER and announces dates for the upcoming Helsinki, London, and Tel Aviv events. Then the discussion turns to what’s new with OpenCage and Mappery. There is new pricing at OpenCage, and an important reminder for anyone using OpenCage: they cannot, never have, and never will provide mobile phone location tracking. Tune in to find out how Ed’s Mastodon post about his strange ordeal went viral.
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also lear...
2023-03-0640 minGeomobEd/Steven: London recap, 2023 lookaheadWith Geomob’s first event of 2023 under their belts, Steven and Ed connect to discuss plans for 2023 and the latest hot topic in the community: Overture Maps. Many questions still unanswered after the announcement earlier this month, including how the members will manage to collaborate and how will Google react? Listen in as Ed and Steven debate and make their predictions about the future of OpenStreetMap. Do you want to join in the discussion? Come to a Geomob event! This year, even more cities will be hosting Geomob, including Berlin, Helsinki, and Lisbon, so there are even more chances to...
2023-01-2330 minGeomobGeomob Christmas SpecialWhat would Christmas be without traditions? Just like in years past we offer a special episode for the holiday period. Join Steven Feldman and his band of geo-elves - Ken Field, Mark Iliffe, Denise McKenzie, Alex Wrottesley, Jeremy Morley, and Ed Parsons - as they look back on 2022 and forward to 2023.
We wish all of our listeners a restful holiday break and a geotastic 2023!
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2022-12-251h 45GeomobEd/Steven: BCN recap, 2022 review, 2023 goalsAs the year 2022 comes to an end, Ed and Stephen reflect and look ahead to 2023. This year saw a return to in-person events with London, Tel Aviv, and Barcelona events, and Ed shares a summary of November's GeomobBCN. Chatting about the eventful year about to end, it’s impossible to leave out the effect of the war in Ukraine and the changing economic conditions. Listen to hear Ed and Stephen discuss the challenges and upsides for OpenCage and Mappery in this memorable year. They also look back at the nearly three years of Geomob podcasting.
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2022-12-1854 minGeomobChris Barrington Brown: D-Day BuildupEd chats with Chris Barrington Brown this week. Chris spoke at Geomob London in September about his ambitious retirement project: creating a digital record of the build up to D-Day. Focusing on the logistics, Chris sorts through a massive amount of information to complete the archive in time for the 100th anniversary of WWII. Ed wonders how Chris intends to preserve this data in a tech world where things are constantly evolving past their original technology. Listen in to find out if you can help!
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more...
2022-12-0537 minGeomobMonica Nthiga: Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT)With the season of giving approaching we catch up with the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team's Monica Nthiga, director of HOT's Eastern and Southern Africa Open Mapping Hub. Monica chats with Ed about four new focus areas for HOT: public health, gender equality, climate change, and migration. Previously focussed primarily on disasters as they were happening, HOT has now shifted their focus on what needs to be done ahead of time in order to respond better. Monica explains how you can contribute, and why OpenStreetMap data is necessary to better deal with these issues. Listen in to find out what HOT...
2022-11-2836 minGeomobAdam DuVander: Developer MarketingThis week Ed talks developer marketing with Adam DuVander. Adam is the founder of consultancy Every Developer, and the author of the book Developer Marketing Does Not Exist. Adam and Ed cover the most common mistakes when it comes to marketing for developers, and discuss the best way to tap into new markets. Adam shares his advice on how to build trust with authentic and consistent content and reveals the key to effective marketing for developers. Spoiler Alert: when done right it is invisible. Listen in and find out how you can read this insightful book.
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2022-11-2031 minGeomobEd/Steven: TLV recapSteven and Ed catch up on this week’s episode that focuses on the most recent Geomob Tel Aviv event and the future of Twitter. The hosts discuss what makes a great talk by comparing Geomob events around the world. Steven ponders what is more interesting to cover during geo talks: It is the the how or the why? They also discuss the best ways to spread the word about Geomob events and companies. Are we witnessing the end of Twitter? How do you navigate both now that Mastodon has entered the conversation? Listen in and then join the co...
2022-11-1434 minGeomobTobias Jordans: Using OpenStreetMap for parking analysisOn this week’s episode Ed chats with Tobias Jordans about a parking data project in Berlin. It’s something you may not have thought about, but the data about parking spaces and their use can have a big impact on urban dynamics. Tobias explains how city planners, NGOs, and politicians pushing for positive changes can all benefit from accurate parking data. Using OpenStreetMap, Tobias and his colleagues are making it easier to record, retrieve, and update information about parking spaces in Berlin. Listen in to find out about the challenges, learnings, and how you can bring this project to y...
2022-11-0738 minGeomobChristian Nolle: Direction of TravelDo you remember the feeling of travelling with a folded map in your pocket? Whether you’re yearning for a bit of nostalgia, or a young person curious about the history of flying through maps, this week’s guest has something for you. Ed chats with the man behind Direction of Travel, Christian Nolle. This newspaper, a real physical newspaper you can buy, is dedicated to vintage airline maps. Christian uses his own expansive collection of maps to illustrate what flying means to us, how it has changed, and how world issues throughout history have affected flying. Each issue comp...
2022-10-3129 minGeomobJeffrey Linn: Conspiracy of CartographersHow do you combine nostalgia with the future? This week’s guest Jeffery Linn is a Speculative Cartographer who views the future through retro maps. Using vintage maps as his base to project into the future, Jeffery imagines what the world will look like in the future. His work comments on nostalgia and the rapid changes in the environment. Playful teasing climate change deniers, Jefferey maps out a world shaped by climate change in his "Conspiracy of Cartographers" studio. Tune in to hear about the link between sci-fi and cartography and find out which famous author approves of Jefferey’s wo...
2022-10-2336 minGeomobGrant Slater: OpenStreetMap OperationsJoining Ed this week is Geomob London regular (and speaker back in May of 2015), and first full time employee of OpenStreetMap Foundation, Grant Slater. After 15 years of volunteering for OSM, Grant became a full time employee in May 2022 and has continued to work tirelessly to improve the service many in the geospatial community rely on. Listening to Grant speaking of the work he is still so passionate about after all this time is inspiring, especially when you know how small the team is. Tune in to hear about the challenges of operating such a popular service, the evolution of...
2022-10-1738 minGeomobEd/Steven: updates, GeomobLON recapWe hit 150 episodes! Ed recaps the recent highly-enjoyable and well-attended Geomob London event, which Steven unfortunately missed. Sadly it's not clear if it will be possible to have another event London this year due to possibly conflicting with the world cup. Steven will at least enjoy the second Geomob Tel Aviv coming up in early November. Next up is a discussion of the recent redesign of the Geomob website, and finally Ed shares a marketing success: the upcoming collaboration with MapScaping to promote OpenStreetMap projects (deadline for submission is Oct. 15th, so don't delay).
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2022-10-0938 minGeomobMiguel Marques: MapideaThis week join Ed as he chats with Miguel Marques, founder and CEO of Mapidea. Miguel’s small team helps big companies like Vodafone and Domino's to use their own data to create maps with meaning for them. Ed and Miguel discuss the lack of spatial culture in companies and a lack of awareness about the simple solutions that already exist for them. How do you connect the user with their right solution? By educating and involving the user, Mapidea has managed to retain customers for the long term. Tune in for this lively chat about the difficulty of cr...
2022-10-0230 minGeomobMarco Bernasocchi: QGISIf you’re a part of the GIS community there is little chance you haven’t heard of QGIS. This week Steven chats with one of the people behind QGIS, Marco Bernasocchi, chair of the QGIS association. Opensource advocate, consultant, and developer Marco explains how QGIS has evolved over the past 20 years, and how an open source project like this is financed. As Steven points out open source projects like this one are true miracles. The perfect example of the collaborative nature of the GIS community and what can be accomplished when people are willing to work together.
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2022-09-2541 minGeomobFOSS4G 2022 impressionsA special podcast episode this week as we look back on FOSS4G 2022, which took place from August 22-28th in Florence, Italy. Whether you attended or not, this inside look at the conference includes the voices of a range of attendees from first timers, to veterans, to sponsors. While the speaker videos are available online, if like Steven you were not able to attend, this will give you an idea of the energy at the return of in person FOSS4G. Find out how people connected and what people were excited about this year. With 25 different voices, this...
2022-09-1829 minGeomob147. FOSS4G 2022 impressionsA special podcast episode this week as we look back on FOSS4G 2022, which took place from August 22-28th in Florence, Italy. Whether you attended or not, this inside look at the conference includes the voices of a range of attendees from first timers, to veterans, to sponsors. While the speaker videos are available online, if like Steven you were not able to attend, this will give you an idea of the energy at the return of in person FOSS4G. Find out how people connected and what people were excited about this year. With 25 different voices, this...
2022-09-1829 minGeomobRoyal Engineers (Geographic)This week Steven speaks with geospatial tech leaders Colonel Paul Hammett and Major George McCrea of the British Army's Royal Engineers. Approximately one third of geospatial professionals work for the military. These particular geographic technicians are involved in many defence organisations operations by providing critical understanding of geospatial data to decision makers. Listen to learn about what they do, how they use existing technology to improve the user experience, and why paper maps will not to be phased out anytime soon!
Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and...
2022-09-1157 minGeomobEd/Steven: Summer wrap upAs summer comes to an end Ed and Steven catch-up and update you on what to look forward to in the fall. With two Geomob events scheduled (London and Tel Aviv) there are also plans for events in Barcelona and Berlin. Steven gets ready to celebrate four years of Mappery, while Ed talks about plans for a future marketing project at OpenCage. How do you market your business when your main competitor is Google? Ed gives a sneak peak of a new partnership (with a rival geo podcast of all people). Listen to find out how you can use...
2022-09-0426 minGeomobMelinda Haughey: ProxiYou’ll want to tune in to hear this week’s guest explain the origin story of her company: Proxi. Melinda Haughey explains how a "mom problem" led to the creation of a customised mapping system. Frustrated with the complexity of Google maps, Melinda and co-founder Chelsey Roney created a simple way of creating personal and shareable maps. Proxi aims to monetise unique maps by providing analytics back to the users/map creators, but that’s not their only aim. The big vision is to create a robust infrastructure of guides that are mapped. Melinda explains how mapped lists make l...
2022-08-2827 minGeomobAnthony Norris-Watson: InterchangeWhat started off as a hobby tube map collection, became a documentary. This week Steven chats with Anthony Norris-Watson, a non-geographer, with a collection of over 260 London tube maps about his new documentary Interchange. Anthony’s fascination with the tube diagram is obvious as he passionately discusses this three part YouTube doc that focuses on the map designs throughout the years, a discussion on what makes them 'iconic', and a look at how tube mapping may change in the not-so-distant future. Listen as Anthony explains how his love for tube maps began, what he learned along his journey, and ho...
2022-08-2141 minGeomobIan Hannigan: FORMATIONEd welcomes past Geomob speaker Ian Hannigan, the CEO and co-founder of indoor mapping start-up FORMATION. FORMATION is a location based approach to digitalising a business. Ian explains the evolution of FORMATION and explains how they cater to their clients based on their needs. FORMATION’s clients include the German Army, Bosch, and Kamax, and various research organisations. Ed wonders how the workers/employees feel about their bosses having their location, especially in a privacy hyper conscious country like Germany. Ian agrees, the drive for privacy is well founded, but the design of FORMATION takes that into account. Everything is...
2022-08-1433 min
The MapScaping Podcast - GIS, Geospatial, Remote Sensing, earth observation and digital geographyGeomob - Geoinnovation for the people by the peopleGeomob provides a forum to learn and exchange ideas about any interesting services and projects that deal with location. Everyone working in or curious about the location space or with location services is welcome. In this episode Ed Freyfogle introduces Geomob and draws parallels between the projects and ideas being presented in the Geomob community and the trends in the wider geospatial community.
This episode is sponsored by HiveMapper
A platform that takes video and creates 3D mapping layers based on that data. The video can be from a variety of different sensors, does not nee...
2019-10-3034 min