Shaping Cities

Shaping Cities
Podcast Description
Why do some urban ideas take off while others stall? The secret lies in how we communicate them!
Join Shaping Cities Podcast to explore the power of communication in city-making!
From breaking down complex data to building consensus, evaluating success, or driving policy change through storytelling—we’re unpacking it all.
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into the intersection of communication and urban development, covering themes such as storytelling in policy change, the importance of clear communication in planning, and strategies for engaging communities. Specific episodes may include discussions on using data to drive public engagement and exploring case studies of successful urban initiatives.

Why do some urban ideas take off while others stall? The secret lies in how we communicate them!
Join Shaping Cities Podcast to explore the power of communication in city-making!
From breaking down complex data to building consensus, evaluating success, or driving policy change through storytelling—we’re unpacking it all.
In this episode, Dr. Michael Elliott—Former Director of the Master’s in City and Regional Planning at Georgia Tech—joins us to unpack the art of consensus-building and mediation in urban practice.
With decades of experience in conflict resolution and collaborative policy-making across the globe, Dr. Elliott shares insights on how urban practitioners can bridge divides, build trust, and foster inclusive dialogue among diverse stakeholders.
A must-listen for planners, policymakers, and especially communicators.
📢 Featuring:
Dr. Michael Elliott
Former Director, MCRP Program
Associate Professor of City & Regional Planning and Public Policy
🎙️ Hosted by:
Vani Herlekar, Founder of City Collab

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