Listen "How Small Projects Can Expose Big City Problems"
Episode Synopsis
Jennifer Truman didn’t set out to be a housing or transit advocate, but after running into the same problems while designing small projects in Raleigh, North Carolina, she started asking bigger questions. In this episode, she explains how noticing friction in everyday work led to her involvement in zoning reform, transit leadership, and launching a pro-housing movement.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES
CITYBUILDER (site)
The Rocket Shop (site)
Jennifer Truman (site)
Recommendations/Show Notes:
Dix Park
Trophy Brewery
The Can Open Food Truck Park in Durham
Oakwood Pizza Box in Raleigh
Two Roosters Ice Cream
Black and White Coffee and Videri Chocolate in downtown Raleigh
This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Click here to learn more about membership.
ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES
CITYBUILDER (site)
The Rocket Shop (site)
Jennifer Truman (site)
Recommendations/Show Notes:
Dix Park
Trophy Brewery
The Can Open Food Truck Park in Durham
Oakwood Pizza Box in Raleigh
Two Roosters Ice Cream
Black and White Coffee and Videri Chocolate in downtown Raleigh
This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Click here to learn more about membership.
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