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The Planning Commission

Professional planners discussing planning things with planning people. Individuals who take their jobs seriously, but the planning industry experience a bit lightly. We examine the things that make planners cringe, laugh, and curse their industry. Expert opinions sprinkled with banter, hard realities and a little whiskey. It’s a good time! Join us every week for a new conversation.

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Latest Episodes:

A Developer’s Perspective on Planning with Lee Gientke Apr 01, 2024

What do developers think of planners? Are we knowledgeable or arrogant? Virtuous or obstinate? We sat down with a person who works with our kind and gives us his thoughts. Lee Gientke is the founder of Pontifex Capital and completed projects in numerous state and cities and we appreciated his insights.

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Blue Zones with Shelly Trumbo Mar 25, 2024

Shelly Trumbo is the Chief Transformer Office for Blue Zones. What does Blue Zones transform? How about entire cities? Using tons of research collected studying cities around the world where living to 100 in common, Blue Zones applies lessons learned to American communities to help us live longer and live healthier. Learn how on our latest episode.
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Demographics and Planning Models with Sybill Derrible Mar 18, 2024

Dr. Sybill Derrible is quite the accomplished person and makes us planners think. This thought provoking episode covers a lot of ground, from future populations of American cities, to whether our profession needs to reinvent itself, this one is one heck of a conversation. If you find yourself reflecting on your role as a planner, you’re gonna want to listen to Dr. Derrible and the Commission. Meanwhile, head to his website and check out his wonderful work: https://sybilderrible.com/

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League of American Bicyclists with Bill Nesper Mar 11, 2024

In this episode, we explore the League of American Bicyclists. For generations past and to come, the League of American Bicyclists is the grassroots movement to create safer roads, stronger communities, and a Bicycle Friendly America for everyone. Through education, advocacy and promotion, we work to celebrate and preserve the freedom cycling brings to our members everywhere.
Executive Director Bill Nesper, first joined the League in 2002 and brings a depth of knowledge of all of the League’s programs and work throughout the country. Bill started at the League as a membership assistant and since has directed the Smart Cycling and Bicycle Friendly America Programs before being appointed Executive Director. A national leader in bicycle programming, planning, and policy, Bill has supported local and state advocacy, led workshops for local communities across the country, and contributed to bicycling policy and planning guidance at all levels. As Executive Director, Bill has a passion for supporting the incredible League staff, building stronger partnerships, and making the League more effective at building a Bicycle Friendly America for Everyone. He holds a BA in History from the University of Florida and an MA from George Mason University.
Check out their site: https://bikeleague.org/
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Let's Get Regional, Regional...MPOs with Ellen Zavisca Mar 04, 2024

Metropolitan Planning Organizations are an important partner in the transportation planning world. But, not everyone is familiar with they responsibilities and overall roll. Ellen Zavisca is the Transportation Planning Manager for AMPO, where she coordinates their interest group webinars and administers the ActivitySim model. Prior to taking that position, she served as staff at the MPO in Knoxville, TN, for 18 years where her focus as an MPO planner was on safety for all modes of transportation, multimodal planning, Safe Routes to School, and the health impacts of transportation. Her projects have included creating multiple pedestrian and bicycle plans; building databases and maps of traffic crashes in the Knoxville region; and rejuvenating the Great Smoky Mountains Regional Greenway Council. She is certified by the League of American Bicyclists as a bicycle safety instructor and is a member of the Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals. She has a master’s degree in urban planning from University of Illinois-Chicago. Take a listen and you will learn all aboout the world of MPOs.

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Moving a Capital City Due to Climate Change with Deden Rukmana, PhD. Feb 26, 2024

Jakarta is a massive city in one of the most populated countries in the world. Climate change is causing tremendous problems so much so that officials have decided to move the city to higher ground. Deden Rukmana, PhD. is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Community and Regional Planning at Alabama A&M University a knows all about this story. Is this a canary in the coal mine or is this simply a soon to be common event throughout the globe in the face of rising sea levels, more intense weather events, and a need to protect human life? Join us to learn more about Jakarta and the many realities facing our modern world.

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Isolation, Loneliness and the Built Environment with Jennifer Kent, PhD Feb 19, 2024

Loneliness is a growing epidemic. Our communities, how they are planned, built, and maintained, is a major part of the equation resulting in such a condition. Are you lonely? Do you interact with neighbors, friends, even strangers on a regular basis? Ever thought about why or why not? Jennifer Kent is one of the world's leading researchers on the topic and shared her knowledge on the subject. In what just might be our very best episode, we were blown away by the subject and Jennifer's great experience and thoughts.
Dr Jennifer Kent (sydney.edu.au)

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How to Make a City Healthier with Mick Cornett Feb 12, 2024

How does a city change itself? First, it has to be honest and know where to start. Mick Cornett was very honest to the point of even telling Oklahoma City residents while he was Mayor that it was time to collectively lose weight. The initiatives, the projects, the policies, and the places that spured from making such a declaration transformed an auto oriented and sprawling American city, into a poster child of how to modernize, improve quality of life, and address the many needs of people to conduct happier and healthier lives. Mick Cornett is a wonderful example of a leader and we were proud to have him join our show.
Check out his current position as motivational speaker and project developer at magellan Partners...
https://www.magellanlp.com/
And his fantastic book, The Next American City, available here and where books are sold.
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/539892/the-next-american-city-by-mick-cornett-with-jayson-white/

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College Campus Planning with Drew Alexander Feb 05, 2024

Let's face it, we all envy campus planners and the latitudes they have with their work. Drew Alexander with Boise State University knows all about the good side, the not so good, and the real challenges of what goes into campus planning. What do students want? How do you balance housing with academic structures? And then there are sports facilities. Oh, and don't upset the nearby residents. This episode is all about how to plans for and what to consider with modern college campuses.

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Planning Conferences with the Commissioners Jan 29, 2024

Love em or hate em, we talk all about planning conferences in this episode. What works, what doesn’t, and how to make them better, are all topics we cover. One of us was even responsible for organizing conferences and has a few nuggets of info to drop.

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A Conversation with a Planning Legend with Dan Burden Jan 22, 2024

Dan Burden has led a life every planner dreams of. He has riden his bicycle around the world, worked in tens of thousands of cities and towns, and been named one of the Top 100 planning minds of all time. We sat down with the humble legend to talk about his career, what he thinks of the modern planning profession, and what gets him excited about the work he does. This titan of urban planning is not just an industry expert, but a human being that exudes the kinds of qualities we should all strive to posses. We were grateful for Dan taking time out of his busy schedule to share a bit of himself to our audience.

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An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure with Kristina Marusic Jan 15, 2024

Cancer. The word itself often brings horrifc thoughts and memories to nearly every American as the chronic disease has touched the lives of countless people. What role does planning play in the exposure of carcinogenic materials to our citizens, and more importantly, how do we stop such exposure from happening altogether? In Kristina's new book, A New War on Cancer, she touches on the modern causes of cancer and how our built environment is often a culprit. While we as planners often get caught up in land use application or transportation issues, Kristin'a book is a great reminder of how we plan and what we approve can often have profound effects beyond the obvious.

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The Next Generation of Greenways with Bob Searns Jan 08, 2024

Bob Searns is a legend in the greenway planning world. His accomplishments are unmatched and his finger prints are all over some of the nations most iconic trails. His latest effort is to expand our conventional understanding of greenways and to think about the next iterations. Bob gives his take on how to improve what planning has done in the realm and deliver to our cities and communities the kinds of spaces that bring physical, social, and economic health togther through the medium of greenway design. His book, Beyond Greenways, The Next Step For City Trails and Walking Routes, is out and available through our partners at Island Press publishing.

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Let's Get Some Things Straight, ADA in America with Steve Wright Jan 01, 2024

Equal access to the places we seek to enjoy is often misunderstood. For disability and accessibility expert, Steve Wright, it is his passion and lifelong profession. Steve sat down with us to dicuss the subject at length, clarify misconceptions, and really explore the ins and outs of what accessibility means. As we continue to seek a world of equality and excellence, ADA laws and addressing our built environment for those experiencing a disability cannot be left behind.

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Planning for the Snow, and an Open Right of Way....the Holiday Episode Dec 25, 2023

It's that time of the year and we pause to reflect on the world of planning, our own careers, and the fun that comes with the holiday season. What's your highlight? Who gets a present and who gets coal? Happy Holidays from us to you and here is to a fantastic 2024!

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A Storm is Coming and We Aren't Ready with Author Danielle Arigoni Dec 18, 2023

We were thrilled to have Danielle join us to talk about our warming and unpredicatable change and how our nation is being effected, specifically older Americans. In Climate Resilience for an Aging Nation, community resilience and housing expert Danielle Arigoni argues that we cannot achieve true resilience until communities adopt interventions that work to meet the needs of their oldest residents. She explains that when we plan for those most impacted by climate, and for those with the greatest obstacles to opportunity and well-being, we improve conditions for all.
Danielle is a policy and program expert in the fields of livable communities, affordable housing, and climate resilience. She has worked for more than 25 years in the federal government and nonprofit sectors in pursuit of more equitable, sustainable, and resilient places. She began her career as a Peace Corps volunteer in Kenya and has since led impactful and innovative teams at USAID, EPA, HUD, and AARP, currently serving as Managing Director of Policy and Solutions at National Housing Trust. She serves on the boards of Smart Growth America and the League of American Bicyclists.
Climate Resilience for an Aging Nation (islandpress.org)

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Big Schools, Bigger Problems with Jeff Vincent Dec 11, 2023

Jeff Vincent is the founder of the Center for Cities + Schools at UC Berkley, and a national leader on researching the intersection of large school campus design and urban planning. The implications and results of the larger campus model are profound and one every planner should understand. We were excited to talk with Jeff and explore this very important subject. Check out his school at UC Berkley to learn more about the research he and his team has carried out over the last decade. https://citiesandschools.berkeley.edu/jeff-vincent/

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Let's All Go to the Park- with Mitchell Silver, FAICP Dec 04, 2023

Mitchell Silver is one of the most acclaimed urban planners of our time. We sat down with him to talk about his planning life, his stint running the New York City Parks Department, and his current efforts in the consluting word. Few planners share Mitchell's devotion to their craft like him and we had a wonderful time discussing the attributes that make a good planner, what the next generation can teach and learn, and how our nation's park and green spaces should be planned to maximize their value and optimize our health.

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Top 10 Planning Schools with Planetizen Jul 03, 2023

Periodically, Planetizen releases their guide and review of the nation’s planning schools. The thorough evaluation gives prospective students and professionals fabulous and informed insight, all organized to help make a decision. Our friend James Brasuell, stopped by to talk about the guide and reveal their top 10 list and more. https://www.planetizen.com/topschools

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Planning Through the Eyes of A Mayor with SLC Mayor, Erin Mendenhall Jun 26, 2023

Mayor Mendenhall is a huge fan of good planning. She continues to lead Salt Lake City by engaging in a number of initiatives including major housing reforms, active transportation projects, and air and water quality policies. We had the great privilege to interview Mayor Mendenhall in one of our best discussions to date.

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Career Advice with TPCP Listeners Jun 19, 2023

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Homelessness with Wyatt Schroeder Jun 12, 2023

Homelessness in America continue to vex decision makers and planners. What role has planning had in causing homelessness and how do we address the subject in a meaningful way? Wyatt Schroeder is an expert on the issue and joined us for a compelling discussion that we found educational and thought provoking.

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Food Systems Planning with Maggi Adamek Jun 05, 2023

The American food system is complex. Growing a tomato in your front yard may actually be illegal while school children may be forced to eat processed foods made thoudans of miles from town. Maggi Adamek breaks down why planning for food is essential to a healthier population and how our current system influences numerous aspects of our health. From drive-thrus to dragonfruit, this episode is unlike any we have done so far.

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The 1,000 Joys of Planning with The Commission May 29, 2023

Our profession is unlike most and can certainly be a roller coaster ride. Despite some of the many challenges, there are countless ways in which we love what we do. The Commission takes a moment to discuss why and how we love our careers as Planners. This self-reflection episode may be relatable for many and is a reminder of the positive effects planning can have on the lives of every day citizens as well as our own.

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A Journalist’s Take on Planning with Megan Kimble May 22, 2023

Accomplished journalist Megan Kimble is an unofficial planner. Her work has included many pieces on various aspects of planning including food systems, affordable housing and zoning, as well as transportation. Megan stops by the Commission to chat about her perspectives on our industry and provides highly unique insights. Head to her website to read some of her fabulous articles: https://www.megankimble.com/

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Freeway Removal with Amy Stelly May 15, 2023

In many locations across the nation, discussions continue regarding the removal of detrimental urban interstates. In the case of New Orleans native, Amy Stelly, it is time for this to happen. Through her efforts, a section of an elevated freeway bifurcating her childhood neighborhood will soon be demolished bringing back a community of peace, fresh air, and social interaction. Check out her website: https://www.amyfstelly.com/

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Historic Preservation with Sara Bronin May 08, 2023

Preserving elements of our history all while continuing to address the needs of the future is a tricky endeavor for planners. We don't always get it right but strive to achieve a good balance. The Honorable Sara Bronin is the current Chair of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation and a professor at Cornell University. Her efforts are helping shed more light on the ways we can ensure we don't forget our past by addressing historic sites, buildings, and more.

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Streetsblog USA with Kea Wilson May 01, 2023

The Planning Commissioners love people who are direct and honest about what is happening in our industry and to our many communities. Kea Wilson and her Streetsblog USA colleagues have been leaders in this philosophy for many years. We talked with Kea about her writings and those of Streetsblog and covered topics such as the federal transportation bill, electric vehicles, the continuing impacts of highway expansion projects, and what is going on with pedestrian safety in this country.

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America Walks with Mike McGinn Apr 10, 2023

Getting Americans to walk more is the mission of America Walks. Mike McGinn is the organization’s Executive Director and the former Mayor of Seattle. Advocating for the design, funding, and maintenance for our nation’s walking infrastructure all while trying to build a safer overall transportation system, is just part of the mission of America Walks.

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Safe Routes to School with Marisa Jones Apr 03, 2023

Walking and biking to school should be a common event for America’s kids. But, since 1969, participation rates have plummeted. The National Safe Routes to School Partnership has been working for two decades to reverse the course. Marisa Jones joins us from the Partnership to talk about the organizations ongoing efforts to bring a little more walking and bike riding back into our children’s lives.

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Consulting with The Commission Mar 27, 2023

How many consultants does it take to change a lightbulb?
Depends on your budget.
We know, we know, consultants can sometimes have a bad wrap. Othertimes however, they can deliver incredible plans, policies, and projects. All three Commissioners are consultants with a wealth of experience to draw from. We explore the topic of consulting in this episdoe, get very personal, and share how the industry can be better, how the public sector can be better, and what consulting really means to us, your Commission.

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Commission Hearings with Nate Hood Mar 20, 2023

Knock knock.....
Who's there?
Commissioner.
Commissioner who?
Commissioner who CLEARLY didn't read their packet!!!
Nate Hood, Planning & Zoning Commissioner from St Paul Minnesota joins the show to talk about what makes for a good session, a good staff report, and solid public testimony. Sidenote, Nate is an aspiring stand-up comedian as well and certainly has a way of making his point. This is a fun and informative episode for those wanting to better understand the ins and outs of a public hearing.

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Environmental Justice with Charles T. Brown Mar 13, 2023

"Red Lines, People of Color, and White Flight." We take a serious dive into Environmental Justice with a national expert Charles T. Brown. Be prepared for an honest a raw discussion on what the planning profession has done and needs to do to improve the lives of all Americans. This compelling interview with special guest Commissioner Tara Crawford is one you'll want to watch, take a few notes, and absorb. For more on Charles and his efforts, check out his website:
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Affordable Housing with Shellan Rodriguez Mar 06, 2023

“THOSE people need a place to live too!!!” Affordable housing has been a huge subject in planning circles for the past decade. Shellan Rodriguez is an expert developer of such housing and tells the Commission how planners can help and how they get in the way of such community needs. Rockstars gonna rock and Shellan fits the bill.

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Placemaking with Kelly Verel Feb 28, 2023

"Who's Ready For Some Fun?" Placemaking is one way planners instantly create an engaging and interactive location in our communities. What exaclty is placemaking, how does it work, and where has it left its mark? Kelly Verel of Project for Public Spaces stops by to talk all about it. If you wanna learn more, head over to their website and read all about it:
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Transit Planning with Tara Crawford Feb 21, 2023

Next Stop, America's Largest City, is an episode all about the happenings in transit, particularly in the largest geographic city in the nation. What is working, what is not, and how is the world of transit adapting to a post pandemic landscape? Tara Crawford answered those questions and much more in an episode that may have just helped us find our fourth commissioner.

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Urban Tree Canopy with Geoffrey Donovan Feb 14, 2023

Plant a tree, save a life. Yes friends, it really is that easy. Geoffrey Donovan sat down with us to talk urban tree canopy. Shade isn't the only thing these magnificent tools of planning do for us. There isn't a single tool in our figurative tool box that does more to benefit our citizens and communities than trees. Don't believe that, well then listen to Mr. Donovan and learn a thing or two. When you're done, read his magnificent research. Check out his extensive list of published research papers here:
Geoffrey Donovan | US Forest Service Research and Development (usda.gov)

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Secretary of Transportation WSDOT - Roger Millar Feb 07, 2023

Holy Cow....Secretary of Transportation Roger Millar who is also the new Chairman of AASHTO, sits down with the Commission to kick off season two. Roger has been a planner in many roles including transportation, community development, and environmental work. His career is fantastic and he has a great sotry to share. This episode was eye opening, heartening, and a whole lotta fun. Check it out.

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A Commission Christmas Dec 19, 2022

Ho Ho Ho...Scrooge HAD to be a Planner!!! The Commssion discusses their own acheivements, those of the planning profession as a whole, as well as who deserves coal. It has been a fun first season thanks to you the listeners and viewers, this is an episode to put a pretty Xmas bow on our initial season and do a little reflecting.

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Planning Economic Impacts with Joe Minicozzi Dec 15, 2022

Busted: Bankrupt Big Box Boondoggles, is one heck of an episode with the nationally acclaimed Joe Minicozzi. This episode busts many myths that the big box model is the more prosperous one. In fact, Joe examines how smaller and more downtown buildings and businesses are the true engines of the local economy. He backs all of his claims with tons of data and research that he shares with The Planning Commission.

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Parking and Planning with Donald Shoup Dec 09, 2022

Donald Shoup has been the nation's leading voice on parking requirements, how parking shapes our cities, and the many problems embeded in the planning profession regarding parking. This episode explores that topic and then some, resulting in an episode that not only left us informed, but also with a headache from laughter.
Disclaimer* There is discussion regarding massage parlors and adult establishments that were not intended to be offensive to any of the happenings within them but rather meant to demonstrate the absurdity of parking regulations.

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Renewable Energy with Sarah Mills Nov 30, 2022

Here Comes the Sun.....Sarah Mills is not only a planner extraordinaire, but she is also one of the most knowledgeable planners regarding renewable energy and local government regulations. Wow did we learn a lot, and so will you after watching this episode. Not sure if the Commission has laughed any harder during an episode as we had a blast. Hope you enjoy this episode.

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Walkable Cities with Jeff Speck Nov 21, 2022

Jeff Speck has been a leader in making America's cities vibrant and active for three decades. His seminal book Walkable Communities, is enjoying its 10 year re-release with tons of new content. To celebrate his work, Jeff joins the Planning Commission for a fabulous conversation about why and how our communities/governments should strive to be more walkable.

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Planning Directors with Tim Keane Nov 09, 2022

Directing is powerful. Directing is fun. But, what all does it take to be a director? How should a Director look at the current state of planning/government while also applying career lessons? What a conversation we had with the City of Boise's Planning and Development Servies Director, Tim Keane, AICP. Tim is new to Boise and has spent most of his time in the southeast, including his last position as Director in Atlanta, GA. Watch this discussion, learn, laugh, and nerd out with four passionate planners.

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Planetizen with James Brasuell Nov 04, 2022

Where do planners get their information? How do they learn and stay relevent? One fabulous source is Planetizen. We sit down with the Editorial Director, James Brasuell and learn all about content dissemination and what's popular among us planners and government types.
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Planning in Movies with The Commission Oct 28, 2022

Are there enough movies made about the planning/local government profession? Are there any movies made about planning? Oh you better believe there are. This was a fun episode with lots of laughs and worth your time. Better yet, what are some we missed? Have fun and be sure to watch some of the movies we mention and HIT THAT LIKE BUTTON....pretty please.

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Unique Ideas to Improve Planning with Rick Brown Oct 25, 2022

Okay, anarchy may be a stretch, but significant changes, not so much. Join our discussion with the creator of Panethos, Rick Brown, AICP. The Commission and Rick talk about the ways planning and local government needs to be shaken up, a few necessary interventions, and some improvements that would make our profession even better. Check our his blog in the meantime: https://panethos.wordpress.com/

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The Value of AICP with The Commission Oct 12, 2022

The third rail of planning- to AICP or NOT to AICP? This is a subject that's been on our minds and many others we talk to. What is the value of AICP? What are the issues and improvements to consider? We dive head first into the deep end of the planning and local government pool on this one and examine the topic inside and out.

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Planning and Public Health with Dr. Richard Jackson Oct 02, 2022

Dr. Richard Jackson has been a leading voice and calling for improving America's built environment in the name of public health for well over a generation. His story is incredible having worked with children experiencing communicable diseases initially, to then witness the rise in Type II Diabetes sky rocket among our youth, which propelled him into action. He has been a strong leader for chaning how planners, developers, and decision makers think about how we build our communitites and we were thrilled to sit down with him for a chat.

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Effects of Traffic Engineering with Chuck Marohn Sep 24, 2022

Our country is shaped by all sorts of decisions and one of the most critical is that of our street and road network designs. Traffic Engineer, truth teller, and courageous Planner, Chuck Marohn P.E. joins us in The Planning Commission chambers. What a discussion we have about all the ways we have missed the mark in transportation planning, the unintended consequences on our communities, and how to make amends in future generations.

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Personal Attacks and Planning with Rachel Hundley Sep 03, 2022

Being a planner can sometimes hurt. Your image and reputation can be challenged. But how do you respond and what do you do when that happens? Your favorite Planning Commission podcasters explore this issue among themselves and with their wonderful guest, Land Use attorney and former Sonoma, CA mayor, Rachel Hundley.

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Zoning's Effects on Housing with M. Nolan Gray Aug 24, 2022

M. Nolan Gray, author of Arbitrary Lines: How Zoning Broke the American City and How to Fix it, joins The Planning Commisssion. This deep dive will take you on a journey from Euclid, Ohio to Houston, Texas all while the Commission chats about the many issues facing the fundamental land use planning tool-zoning.

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Level of Service with Ariana Jeske Aug 21, 2022

Level of Service (LOS) is a staple when measuring lots of aspects of our communities, including traffic engineering. But what are the full ramifications of this tool? We examine the concept with a real-life engineer, Ariana Jeske, PE, PTOE.

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The Walking Legend with Mark Fenton Aug 08, 2022

Many people know one of the godfathers of walkability, but few know the man behind the mustache. In this episode, The Planning Commission gets to know one of our favorite national leaders and explores more than the keys to a walkable community. You'll love this conversation as it's filled with all kinds of laughs and thought provoking topics.

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What Grinds Our Gears with The Commission Jul 27, 2022

When you've been in the profession for as long as we have, some things start to really get to you. What are those things for us? This episode is a good old fashion venting between three friends who love what they do, but often loathe particular parts.

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Public Involvement with Andy Boenau Jul 13, 2022

As planners, we are usually prepared with planning theory, Constitutional law, planning process, and knowledge about the fundamentals of the profession.... then someone throws a curve ball and starts talking about the need for public involvement and we scratch our heads. What is it, what should it be, and what is the actual purpose of involving the public? We explore this topic with a subject expert, Mr. Andy Boenau and tell some stories from our own background throughout.

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How to Reach Planner II with Lauren Driscoll Jul 08, 2022

Your first promotion in the planning profession often means graduating from Planner I to Planner II. We examine how this happens, what a young planner should do to get that first promotion and explore what is currently happening with young planners from a seasoned Community Development Director and practicing planner, Lauren Driscoll from the City of Salina, Kansas.

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Entering the Planning World with Michelle McNulty Jul 01, 2022

In episode two of the Planning Commission podcast, we discuss the entry into the profession with the Planning Director of Flagstaff, Arizona, Michelle McNulty. What does it take to get a planning job, what advice would we give from our own experiences, and what does a seasoned Director think makes for a great planning candidate? All of this and more in episode two.

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The Planning Commission: Three Planners with a Few Thoughts to Share Jun 18, 2022

The first episode of our podcast is an introduction to each Commissioner. We examine our own stories, interests in the planning profession, local government, expectations of the industry, and both the good and not so good in a profession few know.

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