Season 3 of PodParks continues with a powerful narrative-style episode exploring our complex relationship with nature—and how nature-based solutions can help cities meet today’s biggest challenges.

New host Maria Burnett, a parks strategist from Aotearoa New Zealand, brings us stories and reflections from three inspiring voices who are reshaping the way we think about urban nature:

🌿 Cecil Konijnendijk, Co-Director of the Nature Based Solutions Institute

🌱 Deborah Lambert, Co-Founder of Felix Landscape Architects

🌳 Gabino Carballo, Project Coordinator at Natural Base Solutions

Together, they reflect on the global momentum behind nature-based solutions, the role of advocacy committees, and the power of collaboration in transforming our cities into healthier, greener places for all.

🗓️ As we head into Parks Week 2025, from April 28 to May 4, this episode offers timely insight into why urban green spaces are not just nice-to-haves—they're critical to community well-being, climate resilience, and social equity. Parks Week also marks a major milestone: World Urban Parks’ 10th anniversary, a celebration of a decade of progress and a commitment to the decade ahead.

We’re deeply grateful to our guests for sharing their insights and experiences:

• Learn more about Cecil’s work at the3300rule.com
• Explore Deborah’s firm at felixwith2xs.nl
• Connect with Gabino on LinkedIn

🎧 Listen now to reconnect with the natural world—and discover how global experts are bringing nature back into the heart of our cities.

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