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Design AnatomyMilan in review: The Beautiful Chaos of Milan Design Week with Alvin WuThe beautiful chaos of Milan Design Week comes alive through the fresh eyes of first-time attendee Alvin Wu, brand manager at Niche Media. What began as a career in interior design evolved into finding his true passion within the design community—organizing events like the "30 Under 30" program that recognizes emerging design talent through mentorship and a creativity retreat in Bali.Drawn to Milan with the hope of experiencing a quieter edition during a non-Euroluce year, Alvin quickly discovered the reality: design week has surpassed fashion week in popularity, with half a million visitors descending upon a city no...2025-06-1138 min
Urbcast - a podcast about cities (podcast o miastach)223: From advocacy to policy: how did night governance evolve? | Mirik Milan & Lutz Leichsenring (VibeLab)From advocacy to policy: how did night governance evolve? 🤔How did the Night Mayor movement begin? 🌙In this episode of Nocturnal Cities, we go back to the roots of night-time governance with two pioneers who helped shape it into a global movement:🎙️ Mirik Milan, former Night Mayor of Amsterdam🎙️ Lutz Leichsenring, nightlife advocate & Clubcommission Berlin board member, They together founded VibeLab - research, consultancy and advocacy agency supporting creatives and preserving nighttime culture.Together with co-host Andreina...2025-05-0757 min
Rozhovory Štúdia SITAMilan Majerský o transakčnej dani aj častom spájaní KDH s vládnou koalíciou | Štúdio SITAŠtúdio SITA a Pavel Urban v rozhovore s Milanom Majerským, predsedom Kresťanskodemokratického hnutia (KDH) na tému: prečo často KDH spájajú s vládnou koalíciouaká by mala byť vláda po voľbáchdecentralizácii štátnej správypostavení Slovenska v medzinárodnom spoločenstveči treba zrušiť transakčnú daňLink na článok: KDH je pripravené podporiť koaličný návrh zmeny ústavy. Má však svoje podmienky Link na profil osobnosti: Milan Majerský #studiosita #milanmajersky #kdh #slovensko #spravy2025-04-1434 min
What is The Future for Cities?299R_Validating the City Region Food System Approach: Enacting inclusive, transformational City Region Food Systems (research summary)Are you interested in urban food production approaches? Summary of the article titled Validating the City Region Food System Approach: Enacting inclusive, transformational City Region Food Systems from 2018, by Alison Blay-Palmer, Guido Santini, Marielle Dubbeling, Henk Renting, Makiko Taguchi, and Thierry Giordano, published in the MDPI Sustainability journal.This is a great preparation to our next panel conversation in episode 300 about urban food production with Adam Dorr, Nadun Hennayaka and Simon Burt. Since we are investigating the future of cities, I thought it would be interesting to see how we can improve urban...2025-02-1716 min
The Milano FilesMilan's Chinatown in honor of Chinese New YearSend us a textFood writer and food tour guide Jaclyn DeGiorgio discusses Chinese New Year in Milan's Chinatown, the history of Italy's largest and oldest Chinese community, and why you should eat Chinese food in Milan. Sources consulted for the episode:Urban File Elle Decor ItaliaCine in Italia Yes MilanoStatista chart about foreigners in Milan Facebook photo of La Pagoda Oren Chinese restaurant websiteCorriere della Sera interview with Alessandro Cheung, the owner of OrenMilan's 2025 Chinese New Year Festivities Chinese New Year in Milan 2024 recap Dino Buzzati and La Pagoda If you're visiting Milan an...2025-01-2706 min
Vo výstavbe#008 | Milan Murcko - Slováci zaplatia 1,8 miliardy eur navyšeCEO najviac oceňovaného urban developera odhalí informácie, ktoré som považoval za tajné. Milan skrátka vidí za roh a ja stále s nadšením neviem prestať navnímavať jeho skúsenosti a spôsob myslenia. Mimoriadne výživná epizóda. Od čísel cez plány a strachy až po vízie. Užívajte 💪🔥 -----Časové stopy: 00:00 - Úvod03:30 - Aký je profit developera?05:39 - Koľko stojí developera pozemok?07:15 - Koľko zaplatia Slováci zbytočne na hypotékach?18:22 - Kto benefituje na neefektívnom povoľovaní stavieb?22:31 - Čo sa sta...2025-01-051h 04
Fluent Fiction - ItalianElevator Epiphanies: Unexpected Inspiration in MilanFluent Fiction - Italian: Elevator Epiphanies: Unexpected Inspiration in Milan Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2024-12-20-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Milan brilla sotto il cielo invernale.En: Milan shines under the winter sky.It: Sopra i tetti illuminati, un grattacielo svetta fiero e moderno.En: Above the illuminated rooftops, a skyscraper towers proud and modern.It: All’interno, un elegante ascensore con pareti trasparenti sale silenziosamente verso la cima, dove un mercatino di Natale as...2024-12-2016 min
120 minút s hudbou nášho hosťa120 MINÚT S HUDBOU NÁŠHO HOSŤA: MILAN TESAŘMilan Tesař je český hudobný publicista. Začínal ako redaktor brnianskeho rádia Hády a od roku 1995 je vedúci hudobnej redakcie rádia Proglas. Je tiež členom medzinárodnej poroty rebríčka World Music Charts Europe a od decembra 2020 sekretárom tohto panelu európskych rozhlasových hudobných publicistov.
Milan je absolventom dvojjazyčného (česko-francúzskeho) gymnázia v Brne. Má ukončené magisterské štúdium histórie so zameraním na dejiny 19. a 20. storočia (Filozofická fakulta MU v Brne) a magisterské štúdium mediálnych štúdií a žurnalistiky (FSS MU v Brne). V rokoch 2009-17 pracoval ako gen...2024-10-2302 min
the story pilgrimMilan, Italy: Urban EleganceSend us a textDiscover Milan, Italy, through its iconic landmarks, like the Duomo, and hidden corners where human connection thrives in moments of isolation. In this episode of the story pilgrim, I walk the historic streets, explore the art and culture that make Milan a fashion and design powerhouse, and reflect on how this bustling city holds quiet spaces for introspection. Join me as I delve into the blend of tradition and innovation, uncovering stories that reveal the paradox of connection in a world that can feel so solitary. Whether you're drawn to architecture...2024-10-2232 min
Food and the Cities. From Policy to Plate.9. Food Trails Policy MessagesAcross Europe and beyond, cities are increasingly recognising the powerful impact that urban food policies can have on local food systems. While many cities are already seeing the benefits of these approaches, there are still key areas where European Union legislation is crucial to fully empower cities. In this episode of ‘Food and the cities’ we delve into the essential policy messages from the Food Trails project. Join our host, Natasha Foote, as she engages with Madeleine Coste, head of Food Policy and Projects at Eurocities, and Andrea Magarini, Director of the Food Policy Department at the City of Milan. Andr...2024-10-1118 minFood and the Cities. From Policy to Plate.8. Impact Investing in Urban Food SystemsWhen we talk about food systems, we're addressing more than just the food on our shelves. We're also dealing with financial markets, where hidden forces can hinder the introduction of new ideas and the drive for change. As Joe Robertson states, "Impact investing is a critical tool for correcting market failures. It can feel like swimming against the tide, but it's really about being honest about value creation." In this episode of Food and the Cities, we explore how impact investing can drive positive social and environmental change in urban food systems. Join our host, Natasha Foote, as she...2024-10-1029 minFood and the Cities. From Policy to Plate.7. Peer learning to help cities accelerate food system transformationWhile every city is unique, many of the challenges they face are similar. Cities can learn from each other, replicate, and scale solutions. "Instead of starting from scratch, collaboration allows us to learn from each other and leverage synergies," notes Anna Friederitz.In this episode of Food and the Cities, we explore how peer learning can accelerate food system transformation. Join our host, Natasha Foote, as she engages with Anna Friederitz, Network Development Coordinator at the European Food Banks Federation (FEBA), and Marijke Dijkshoorn-Dekker, Senior Researcher at Wageningen University (WUR). Together, they will discuss: The importance of knowledge exchange and...2024-10-1032 minFood and the Cities. From Policy to Plate.6. Monitoring Impact: How to Build and Maintain an Urban Food Policy ActionFor policy actions to be truly effective and lead to sustained improvements in the food system, they must be deeply rooted in evidence, not only to understand their impact but also to maximize their effectiveness on the ground. However, impressive numbers alone aren't enough, they must be part of a comprehensive monitoring program that feeds back into the policies, helping them evolve and grow. As Simon Heck aptly puts it, "Data and evidence are very empowering. They help everyone in the food system think beyond today’s individual constraints and look toward the future." In this episode of Food and th...2024-10-1027 min
Tři králové#5: Procházíme ediční plány. Devět tipů do konce rokuNový Miloš Urban, legendární hororový autor, ale i literatura faktu. Prošli jsme zevrubně všechny ediční plány nakladatelství do konce roku a vyzobli z nich devatero horkých doporučení. Na kterou z připravovaných knižních novinek se nejvíc těšíte?2024-10-0633 minFood and the Cities. From Policy to Plate.5. Five Steps to Set Up an Urban Food PolicyFor city governments, food serves as a powerful tool to achieve multiple goals, including environmental sustainability, promoting healthier eating habits, improving food access, and strengthening urban-rural connections. However, ensuring that efforts to enhance food system sustainability are effective, lasting, and replicable requires systemic and integrated urban food policies. “Setting up a food strategy is important, but it is just as important that it doesn’t remain just a piece of paper,” says Stephanie Wunder. In this episode of Food and the Cities, we explore the five essential steps to establishing an urban food policy. Join our host...2024-09-2433 minFood and the Cities. From Policy to Plate.4. Sustainable Food Systems. Living labs to start the changeTo effectively address food system challenges and shape impactful food policies, participatory approaches are essential. In this context, Living Labs offer a dynamic environment where stakeholders can collaborate and innovate. “Living Labs are an effective method to test innovations in food systems before scaling them to the whole city level,” said Alice Casiraghi.
In this episode of ‘Food and the Cities,’ we explore how setting up of Living Labs can help cities initiate the transition towards more sustainable food systems.
Host Natasha Foote, interviews Shaleen Meelu, public health nutritionist and Food Trails Crosscutting Manager for the ‘Food 2030’ Pillar of Nutritio...2024-09-2036 minFood and the Cities. From Policy to Plate.3. Connecting Food Research with Urban Food PoliciesThere is often an unhelpful perception of a division between the worlds of research and policy. However, within the Food Trails project, researchers and city practitioners have become ‘critical friends’, providing a safe, supportive and productive environment for exchanging ideas and co-producing urban food policy interventions. “It was the process of working together—researchers and policymakers—that resulted in policy changes,” noted Becca Jablonski.
In this third episode of 'Food and the Cities', host Natasha Foote engages with Becca Jablonski, a member of the Food Trails Think Tank, co-Director of the Food Systems Institute at Colorado State University...2024-09-1729 minFood and the Cities. From Policy to Plate.2. The need for an urban food revolution and the role of citiesFood can be seen both as a system in need of transformation and as a set of practices that empower cities to achieve sustainability. By leveraging food, cities can address the significant challenges they face. “Fixing our food system is a way to fix our cities,” says Nevin Cohen. In this second episode of "Food and the Cities," host Natasha Foote interviews Nevin Cohen, a member of the Food Trails Think Tank, Associate Professor at the City University of New York, and Director of the Urban Food Policy Institute, alongside Marta Messa, Secretary General of Slow Food and a Fo...2024-09-1330 minFood and the Cities. From Policy to Plate.1. The Food Trails ProjectThe transition towards sustainable food systems is a global goal, and cities are at the forefront of this change. The Horizon 2020 Food Trails project showcases how cities can transform practices into impactful food policies, in line with the EU 'Food 2030' strategy. "If we fail on food, we fail on all” says Linda Scalia. In this inaugural episode of Food and the Cities, host Natasha Foote interviews Linda Scalia, Deputy Head of Unit for Bioeconomy and Food Systems at the European Commission, and Anna Scavuzzo, Vice Mayor of Milan, in charge of the Food Policy. Milan also lead th...2024-09-1030 min
CODA TalkCODA Studio | CODA Talk live bij Urban APD - Sessie 4Tijdens Urban APD staan de Apeldoornse scenes voor je klaar. CODA Studio is aanwezig met een pop-up podcaststudio CODA Talk.Talentonwikkelaar Milan Roerdink van platform Gras gaat live in gesprek met de verschillende scenes. In deze vierde en laatste sessie komt graffiti-artiest Tim langs samen met skateboarder Robin.
Meer over CODA Studio? Kijk op https://www.coda-apeldoorn.nl/nl/experiencelab/coda-studio2024-09-1018 minCODA TalkCODA Studio | CODA Talk live bij Urban APD - Sessie 3Tijdens Urban APD staan de Apeldoornse scenes voor je klaar. CODA Studio is aanwezig met een pop-up podcaststudio CODA Talk.Talentonwikkelaar Milan Roerdink van platform Gras gaat live in gesprek met de verschillende scenes. In deze derde sessie zit jongerenwerker Hidde van Stimenz aan tafel samen met longboarder Tim van Longboard Lesjuh.
Meer over CODA Studio? Kijk op https://www.coda-apeldoorn.nl/nl/experiencelab/coda-studio
2024-09-1014 minCODA TalkCODA Studio | CODA Talk live bij Urban APD - Sessie 1
Tijdens Urban APD staan de Apeldoornse scenes voor je klaar. CODA Studio is aanwezig met een pop-up podcaststudio CODA Talk.Talentonwikkelaar Milan Roerdink van platform Gras gaat live in gesprek met de verschillende scenes. In deze eerste sessie schuiven aan tafel de urban ambtenaar Patrick van Gurp samen met de Apeldoornse stadsrapper Rastabeats.
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Interior PodcastInterior Podcast: architekt Milan Tomac (EN)Enota was founded in 1998 with the ambition to create a contemporary and critical architectural practice of an open type based on a collective approach to development of architectural and urban solutions.Enota’s team of architects focuses on research driven design of the environment where study of contemporary social organizations is interwoven with the use of new technologies to produce innovative and effective solutions. Enota’s solutions are strongly influenced by research, reinterpretation and development of social, organizational and design algorithms that derive from nature. The result is always a strong binding of the buildings with the envi...2024-09-0607 min
Vo výstavbe#006 | Milan Murcko - Kedy kúpiť a kedy predať nehnuteľnosť?Pri budovaní úspešného biznisu a značky sa Milan Murcko naučil obrovské množstvo vedomostí. Milan je vizionár, stratég a mysliteľ, a tam, kde by ostatným súvis hľadať nenapadlo, Milan žne úrodu 100 krokov dopredu. V tejto epizóde sa o časť svojho know how s nami podelí.Ak chceš viac podobných epizód, vyjadri záujem odberom a nepremeškaj ich v budúcnosti.----- Časové stopy:00:00 Intro02:33 Kto je Milan?10:53 Je už po bubline?14:11 Mean line15:29 Housing stock per capita - zlacnejú naše byty?17:47 K...2024-07-1751 min
Zen & Now podcastMilan Madhav - Founder of Urban ConsciousnessI had the privilege of sitting down with a close friend to chat about the importance of finding balance in our daily lives by incorporating Yoga and Meditation into our daily wellness practice.Links to Urban Consciousness Socials and websites 👇🏼Facebook:1. / urbanconsciousnessyoga Instagram:2. https://www.instagram.com/urban.consc...Youtube:3. / @urbanconsciousness3548 Please take some time to check out my socials:4. https://linktr.ee/buddhaknows2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-1041 min
The EU Energy Projects PodcastCommunities in Urban Energy Islands with Project RENergetic
The RENergetic project was conceived to demonstrate the viability of so-called urban energy islands and aims to empower renewable energy communities to inhabit these energy islands.
Energy communities are playing a growing role in Europe's energy transition and in this episode of the EU Energy Projects Podcast we explore how the RENergetic project aims to fuel the involvement of local communities in processes traditionally hidden from them, such as heat supply.
The goal of the project is to demonstrate the improvement of efficiency and energy autarky. It also focuses...2024-07-0323 min
Too Young To Be Old with Diane Gilman, The Queen of Jeans91. Travel Fashion for the Urban Chic TravelerJoin Diane as she shares her fashion insights and travel tips. In this episode, Diane discusses how to pack stylishly and efficiently for urban travel, specifically for a trip to London.Why Travel Fashion MattersDiane just returned from Los Angeles, where she did an interview for CBS about her book "Too Young to Be Old" and discussed her upcoming anthology for Women Thrive. With an invitation to be the keynote speaker at a woman's forum in London, Diane emphasizes the importance of packing smartly for a variety of events while maintaining a chic and...2024-06-1333 min
Mind MattersProfessor Paola Catenaccio - Evolving discourse of urban regeneration and the road to sustainabilityIn this week's episode, we will talk about urban sustainability discourses in linguistics. Professor Paola Catenaccio from the University of Milan will tell us more on the discursively mediated nature of sustainability projects and argues for an enhanc...2024-06-0129 min
Ohio MysteriesOM Backroads Ep:35 Did you hear about the Monkey that escaped from Cedar Point? Urban Legends in OhioHello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. In this episode we explore some wild urban legends in Ohio. Some maybe you've heard of, some maybe you haven't. Helltown, the Oxford Light, the Kirkland Melonheads, Abbott's Tomb in Milan and the monkey that escaped Cedar Point are all the stories we cover. Hear all about the legends, rumors and stories. There are so many cool urban legends in Ohio that we will probably do more episodes on these stories!Are the stories true? You be the judge. Please check other podcast episodes like...2024-05-3037 min
UrbinaryUrban Echoes: Housing Movements in Berlin & Milan
Explore the intricate dynamics of housing justice in Berlin and Milan with hosts Sareh and Tommaso, joined by guest Rossella Ferro, a leading researcher in architecture and urban studies. Delve into the historical context, grassroots strategies, and policy impacts of housing movements, gaining valuable insights for fostering equitable urban development. Tune in to URBINARY for a compelling conversation on housing activism and the quest for inclusive cities.
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Ideal Spaces Working GroupFilippo Romano: Documenting Cities, Architecture and Urban DwellersIn this episode, documentary and architecture photographer Filippo Romano joins podcast host Flora Loughridge to share his experiences capturing the devastating earthquake in Haiti for a photoreportage commissioned in 2010. He speaks of his ongoing interest in the relationship between architecture and communities, and the importance of trust when capturing the spirit and stories of people living in the Mathare ghetto in Nairobi, 2011.
Filippo studied at ISIA in Urbino and specialised in photo documentary at the International Centre of Photography (ICP) in New York. His work explores cities, architecture and urban dwellers, and has featured in magazines, including...2024-04-0630 min
Expanding The NarrativeDUS x KGNU Metro - April 2024Message from the Founder and Publisher, Rosalind "Bee" Harris:This month marks 37 years of publishing Denver Urban Spectrum. I was fortunate enough to publish and design 443 issues of our award-winning publication. And I say our because DUS belongs to all of us, the Denver community and all who helped breathe life into this voice. The words by all of you in the cover story are spoken individually, but represent everyone collectively who supported DUS for the last (almost) four decades. So where did the time go? They say life is fleeting but that’s wh...2024-04-0629 min
The Urban Exodus PodcastE70: Live to Learn, Learn to Live: A world explorer plants roots on his ancestral homelands, and hand builds an eco village where he teaches people how to shift towards more earth centric living | Joshua Kwaku Asiedu in GhanaThis episode is brought to you by Spoondrift Studio. Let website designer and brand specialist Nora Gray at Spoondrift Studio take the burden of all things design and website off of your plate so that you can focus on what you do best! Nora excels at listening to her clients immediate and long term needs - crafting engaging websites that bring your vision to life and set you up for success. It’s Spoondrift Studios mission to make your business shine and stand out from the crowd. Put your best foot forward and visit www.spoondrift.stu...2024-03-221h 03
Audible Alps - CIPRA Podcast: Interviews, background talks and voices from all Alpine countries: Listen to this and more in the podcast of the International Commission for the Protection of the Alps.#66 (en) The urban exodus and the climateMany mountain regions in the Alps are affected by out-migration. However, climate change is also causing some people to migrate - at least temporarily - from the city to the mountains, as an Italian research project shows. We interviewed Andrea Membretti from the University of Turin, who coordinated the project called MICLIMI.
Prolonged heatwaves, air pollution and new, climate-related diseases: Increasingly, people's own health is at stake, as the climate is changing dramatically for example in the northern Italian padan plane, also known as Po valley around Turin, Milan and Verona. But to which extent is climate change really increasing...2024-01-2226 min
Vertical Farming Podcast - Conversations with CEOs, Founders & Leaders in AgTech & CEAS10E122 Felipe Hernandez / Hexagro - The Rise of Urban AeroponicsEmbark on a remarkable adventure with Felipe Hernandez, the visionary Founder and CEO of Hexagro, as he chronicles his evolution from an industrial designer in Colombia to a trailblazer in Milan's growing vertical farming industry. Felipe's inspiring tale captures the essence of innovation and determination, guiding us through the creation of Hexagro—an endeavor to democratize aeroponic technology. His story is a testament to the power of marrying design with practical agricultural solutions, and his Hexagro platform stands as a beacon of urban farming potential, inviting city dwellers to reconnect with nature through the simplicity of Poty and the so...2024-01-2053 min
The Italian Real Estate PodcastShould You Move to Milan Italy?Moving to Milan, Italy, presents a captivating experience for expats, blending the city's modern flair with traditional Italian living. Known as a center for fashion, technology, and business, Milan offers a distinct urban lifestyle, predominantly centered on apartment living. The real estate in Milan varies from luxurious modern constructions in sought-after districts to classic apartments in the historic center, while standalone houses are less common within the city limits. The cost of living here is on the higher side, a factor to consider when moving to Italy, especially in terms of property prices and rentals. Milan's strategic location in...2024-01-1716 min
WeGoTripMilan: Pinacoteca di Brera Ticket & Audio TourFull Version: Milan: Pinacoteca di Brera Ticket & Audio TourThis in-app audio tour with an entrance ticket will guide you through the Pinacoteca di Brera and its must-see masterpieces!
The tour begins outside the Palazzo di Brera. The Pinacoteca's architecture itself is a work of art, providing a harmonious backdrop to the masterpieces it houses. As you step into the palace's courtyard—a beautiful medieval cloister for the former monastery—you will see and learn who shaped this world heritage art treasury.
Inside the gallery, you'll be transported into a world of artistic brilliance. The Pinacoteca's exceptional coll...2023-12-2100 min
MuseumX: Designing Experiences for GoodFeminist Design, Built Environment & Inclusion with Nourhan Bassam, Urban Design Innovator in Gender-responsive spacesWhen designing spaces, why is a feminist lens important? What might egalitarian social spaces look and feel like? How might museums, parks and cities be designed differently to include the needs of women, caregivers and girls? Historically, a male-centric perspective has been dominant in the design of spaces - particularly cities - which has led to a series of decisions and standards with long-term consequences on the experiences of others, including women and girls, people with diverse gender expressions, racial and ethnic minority groups, neurodivergent groups and other under-represented people. In th...2023-11-2938 min
5reasonsMILAN POLÁK: Musel jsem vyhodit během chvíle 100 lidí, ajťák napíše dva kódy a odpojí celou firmuBusiness: podcast@5reasons.cz🎙️
S úspěšnými, vlivnými a slavnými mluvíme normálně a narovinu. O životě i byznysu, protože inspirace není nikdy dost.
5️⃣ důvodů, proč 5reasons:
1) Protože Brňáci se nebojí zeptat za vás
2) Protože s výjimečnými hosty porozumíte všemu důležitému
3) Protože s úspěšnými, vlivnými a slavnými mluvíme normálně a narovinu
4) Protože v životních ani byznysových tématech neznáme žádná tabu
5) Protože 5 hvězd...2023-11-231h 45
New Books in Italian StudiesLidia Katia C. Manzo, "Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown" (Springer, 2023)Lidia Katia C. Manzo's book Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown (Springer, 2023) examines lived experiences of making, inhabiting and appropriating space, in relation to the upscale commercial gentrification of the Milan Chinatown. It inquires about the significance of diverse neighborhoods as emerging multicultural spaces? Are we talking about neighborhood entrepreneurs providing services and entertainment to create local urban culture, or are we talking about political/economic forces in the commodification of ethnic and cultural diversity? Starting from these questions, this book uses innovative visual ethnography and critical urban research to understand the relationship between community-based entrepreneurs, local politics, residents’ sense...2023-11-2059 min
New Books in Urban StudiesLidia Katia C. Manzo, "Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown" (Springer, 2023)Lidia Katia C. Manzo's book Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown (Springer, 2023) examines lived experiences of making, inhabiting and appropriating space, in relation to the upscale commercial gentrification of the Milan Chinatown. It inquires about the significance of diverse neighborhoods as emerging multicultural spaces? Are we talking about neighborhood entrepreneurs providing services and entertainment to create local urban culture, or are we talking about political/economic forces in the commodification of ethnic and cultural diversity? Starting from these questions, this book uses innovative visual ethnography and critical urban research to understand the relationship between community-based entrepreneurs, local politics, residents’ sense...2023-11-2059 min
New Books in GeographyLidia Katia C. Manzo, "Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown" (Springer, 2023)Lidia Katia C. Manzo's book Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown (Springer, 2023) examines lived experiences of making, inhabiting and appropriating space, in relation to the upscale commercial gentrification of the Milan Chinatown. It inquires about the significance of diverse neighborhoods as emerging multicultural spaces? Are we talking about neighborhood entrepreneurs providing services and entertainment to create local urban culture, or are we talking about political/economic forces in the commodification of ethnic and cultural diversity? Starting from these questions, this book uses innovative visual ethnography and critical urban research to understand the relationship between community-based entrepreneurs, local politics, residents’ sense...2023-11-2059 min
New Books in SociologyLidia Katia C. Manzo, "Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown" (Springer, 2023)Lidia Katia C. Manzo's book Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown (Springer, 2023) examines lived experiences of making, inhabiting and appropriating space, in relation to the upscale commercial gentrification of the Milan Chinatown. It inquires about the significance of diverse neighborhoods as emerging multicultural spaces? Are we talking about neighborhood entrepreneurs providing services and entertainment to create local urban culture, or are we talking about political/economic forces in the commodification of ethnic and cultural diversity? Starting from these questions, this book uses innovative visual ethnography and critical urban research to understand the relationship between community-based entrepreneurs, local politics, residents’ sense...2023-11-2059 min
New Books in Western European StudiesLidia Katia C. Manzo, "Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown" (Springer, 2023)Lidia Katia C. Manzo's book Gentrification and Diversity: Rebranding Milan's Chinatown (Springer, 2023) examines lived experiences of making, inhabiting and appropriating space, in relation to the upscale commercial gentrification of the Milan Chinatown. It inquires about the significance of diverse neighborhoods as emerging multicultural spaces? Are we talking about neighborhood entrepreneurs providing services and entertainment to create local urban culture, or are we talking about political/economic forces in the commodification of ethnic and cultural diversity? Starting from these questions, this book uses innovative visual ethnography and critical urban research to understand the relationship between community-based entrepreneurs, local politics, residents’ sense...2023-11-2059 min
Meeting 2022ENTI LOCALI E DIPLOMAZIA ALIMENTARE IL MILAN URBAN FOOD POLICY PACT22/08/202214:00Arena Internazionale Pad. C3ENTI LOCALI E DIPLOMAZIA ALIMENTARE: IL MILAN URBAN FOOD POLICY PACTAnna Scavuzzo, Vicesindaco di Milano; Stefano Gatti, Inviato Speciale Sicurezza Alimentare - Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale. Modera Pietro Pipi, Agenzia Italiana Cooperazione allo Sviluppo/AICS.Le città sono oggi i luoghi dove si concentrano i maggiori paradossi e le principali sfide per la sostenibilità, ma sono anche i luoghi dove stanno nascendo soluzioni e politiche innovative che confermano il ruolo fondamentale che le città giocano per lo sviluppo sostenibile. Come ad esempio il...2023-11-141h 01
One - Architecture & DesignHawkins/Brown : building innovative urban communitiesThe London based studio Hawkins\Brown takes centre stage in Listone Giordano Arena in Milan and speaks seriously about society, humanity and architecture. Buildings that tell stories about people.We interviewed Nick Gaskell asking him about Building Innovative Urban Communities.In cooperation with Platform Architecture and Design2023-10-2507 min
RoqeRoqe Ep.291 - More Polarized Than Ever? - Milan Kordestani, Chicken Farmers, RoundupOur latest episode of Roqe (#291!) poses the question: Is the world more polarized than it has ever been? 💥 In the backdrop of a divided planet dealing with war, atrocities and cleavages that are amped up by online disputes, echo chambers and social media toxicity, Jian is joined by Iranian-American entrepreneur and author, Milan Kordestani, to discuss his new book, “I'm Just Saying: A Guide to Maintaining Civil Discourse in an Increasingly Divided World.” Plus the story of a young professional Iranian couple in Canada who have decided to leave urban life and become chicken farmers with their Kalian Hobby Farm - they...2023-10-201h 59
Design to ConnectHow Urban Design Makes You Unhappy and Unhealthy: Walkability vs. Car Dependency
Ever felt trapped in a city that seems designed more for cars than people? Dive into this episode where we explore the world of urban design and its impact on our daily lives. From the forgotten joys of walking to the challenges of biking in modern cities, discover how the design of our surroundings affects our health, happiness, and even our waistlines! 🌆🚶♂️🚴♀️
Learn why some cities make us feel isolated, even in a crowd, and how a touch of thoughtful design can transform urban spaces into community hubs.
#UrbanDesign #Walkability #CityPlanning #ActiveMobility #Milan #Iran #CommunityBuilding #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth #UrbanSpaces #CityLife #GymAlternatives
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WeGoTripMilan: Pinacoteca di Brera Audio TourFull Version: Milan: Pinacoteca di Brera Audio TourThis in-app audio tour will guide you through the Pinacoteca di Brera and its must-see masterpieces!
Note! This audio tour DOES NOT include an entrance ticket! Buy it in advance at pinacotecabrera.org
The tour begins outside the Palazzo di Brera. The Pinacoteca's architecture itself is a work of art, providing a harmonious backdrop to the masterpieces it houses. As you step into the palace's courtyard—a beautiful medieval cloister for the former monastery—you will see and learn who shaped this world heritage art treasury.
Inside the gallery, you...2023-09-2800 min
NomadTreneurMilan Italy Travel GuideMilan, known as the fashion capital of the world, is a destination that offers an enchanting blend of historical heritage, modern sophistication, and a vibrant cultural scene. Located in Italy’s northern Lombardy region, this city is not just about high-end shopping and runway shows. Its historical landmarks, world-famous artworks, gastronomic delights, and bustling urban life make Milan a must-visit on any Italian itinerary.https://nomadtreneur.com/milan-italy-travel-guide/2023-09-2206 min
Urbanistica Podcast - Cities for People391. Walkability for Women in Milan - Rawad ChoubassiRawad Choubassi (Partner/ Director at Systematica and Member of the Board of Directors at Transform Transport, Milan, Italy)
We are talking about "Step up" project Walkability for Women in Milan:- How do women experience streets? - What is the methodology behind this project? please guide us throw the working process step by step (in detail so we learn).- The findings of this project.- What should urban planners stop doing when they plan cities when it comes to walkability for women?- What skills should urban planners learn? why?
Links from the episode:
-Transform Transport's website: https://transformtransport.o...2023-07-171h 15
Listen To MI - Milan and its House Museums in a podcastArchitecture in Milan - 2 - Piero Portaluppi: The Boschi Di Stefano House Museum and Villa Necchi CampiglioIn the second episode of the itinerary on architecture in Milan we are on the trail of one of the greatest Milanese architects, Piero Portaluppi.
We explore three of Portaluppi's palaces that can be visited: the elegant and innovative Boschi Di Stefano House Museum, followed by the phantasmagorical urban villa Necchi Campiglio, to conclude our walk in Corso Venezia with the Ulrico Hoepli Planetarium.
GUESTS (in order of appearance)
Alessia Garibaldi, architect
Fulvio Irace, architectural historian
Anty Pansera, design historian
Angela Vettese, art historian2023-07-0319 min
PATRIZIA PodcastsCity In Focus #2: MilanMilan is not only a fashion powerhouse, it’s also a city that’s growing rapidly, with its booming economy outpacing the rest of Italy. This is City in Focus - a new podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we highlight the cities that stand out or rank highly in PATRIZIA’s European Living Cities Index.In this episode, we explore how both Milan’s strengths and challenges make it an attractive investment opportunity, we highlight some of PATRIZIA’s own investments in the city, we find out how Milan transformed into the economic powerhouse...2023-06-2223 min
Culture Shifts MagazineEmma Greer, architect & urban designerThe first guest of our new season is Emma Greer. Emma is an architect & urban designer based in Milan. She was born in the Canadian Midwest and has an Academic background in Architecture and Urban Design at McGill University in Montreal. She worked in the fields of architecture, heritage and urban planning in Canada, US, Italy and the UK. After moving to Italy she worked with Prof. Carlo Ratti on his vision for the future of cities. Since last year she works as a Strategic Design and Research Consultant. In this episode talk about the future of cities – and ho...2023-04-1138 min