The Neighbor Effect
The Neighbor Effect
Podcast Description
Welcome to a podcast about neighborhoods, communities, and urban living. Through conversations with local community builders, homeowner associations, urban advocates, event initiators, and architects, we explore how to make a neighborhood a better place to live.Hosted by Darya, a digital nomad, the podcast brings stories to life as she travels the world to meet guests in person. The first episodes feature inspiring stories from Los Angeles, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and Sri Lanka.This podcast aims to be a source of inspiration and best practices from communities across the globe, perfect for those passionate about improving their lives in cities.Produced by Urban Therapy
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The show focuses on community-building, urban advocacy, and practical improvements to neighborhood livability. Episodes feature discussions on initiatives such as walkability improvements, community resilience projects, and the role of homeowner associations, including a debut episode that covers the restoration of stair streets in Los Angeles.
Welcome to a podcast about neighborhoods, communities, and urban living. Through conversations with local community builders, homeowner associations, urban advocates, event initiators, and architects, we explore how to make a neighborhood a better place to live.
Hosted by Darya, a digital nomad, the podcast brings stories to life as she travels the world to meet guests in person. The first episodes feature inspiring stories from Los Angeles, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and St. Petersburg.
This podcast aims to be a source of inspiration and best practices from communities across the globe, perfect for those passionate about improving their lives in cities.
Produced by Urban Therapy
In this episode, I talk with Bas, a passionate urban explorer and eco-activist, about how walking can become a powerful tool for reconnecting with nature—especially in dense urban settings. We explore why eco-walks and other neighborhood activities matter not just for personal well-being, but also for building stronger, more caring communities.
We also touch on:
• How eco-walks invite us to see our cities differently
• Why rivers in Thailand are so polluted—and what that reveals about urban priorities
• How the government could foster environmental awareness through education
• Why walking projects are a great first step for anyone looking to get involved in local life
This podcast is produced by Urban Therapy. Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes content, urban insights, and upcoming events worldwide.
Special thanks to Bas Poramin for sharing his journey along the Mekong and reminding us that change can begin with something as simple as a walk. Follow the Mekong Walk FB page.
Credits:
Host – Darya Sannikova
Composer / Sound Mixing – Sybe
Cover – Eleonora Nekrasova
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