In this exclusive episode, listen to a brief Q&A with renowned Harvard economist Edward Glaeser as he discusses the utmost importance of good school systems, retaining workforce talent, and "shrinking to greatness."

Exclusive: Edward Glaeser on the Survival of Cities

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In this episode host Stephen Goldsmith interviews Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards, exploring her strategies for embedding equity into every aspect of municipal operations. Mayor Woodards explains how to use data, mapping, and community engagement to not just talk about equity but actively implement it.

From Intent to Impact: Mayor Victoria Woodards on Equity

In this episode host Stephen Goldsmith interviews Alan Clinton, the administrative planning officer for the county of Kaua'i, about  the county's Sea Level Rise Constraint District Viewer, an award-winning data visualization for protecting and preserving the island coastline.

Future Tides: How Kaua'i Fights Sea Level Rise with Data

In this episode host Stephen Goldsmith interviews Jacqueline Lu, co-founder of Helpful Places about the transition from traditional hardscapes to digital infrastructure, and how to prioritize trust and transparency while collecting data in the public sphere.

Navigating Trust in the Digital Landscape with Jacqueline Lu

In this episode, Stephen Goldsmith interviews Tucson's Chief Equity Officer Laurice Walker and Equity Data Manager Laura Sharp about using data and mapping to reshape city policies and services to prioritize equity, and how to lay the groundwork for lasting transformation.

Framing Equity Work with Data: The Tucson Strategy

In this episode, Stephen Goldsmith interviews entrepreneur Brad Keywell, about the importance of time. They discuss how urgency, efficiency, and trust are crucial in maximizing outcomes and resident satisfaction, highlighting the need for leaders to prioritize decisive action and leverage technology to optimize processes.

Exclusive: Edward Glaeser on the Survival of Cities

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