In this episode of 'It Started Somewhere,' host Shaimond explores the history and implementation of congestion pricing. The concept originated with economist William Vickrey in the 1950s and has since evolved into a critical tool for managing urban traffic. The episode traces the journey from Vickrey's initial ideas to modern applications in cities like Singapore, London, Stockholm, and New York City. Despite challenges and controversies, congestion pricing has shown positive results in reducing traffic, improving air quality, and boosting public transit use. The discussion also highlights the mixed reception and the potential future of congestion pricing as cities grow and seek sustainable solutions.

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