In PX22, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Johnny Barnard, a 'population observer' - he is a demographer, with over 25 years experience. Johnny is a Director at ID Consulting an Australian and New Zealand firm that specialises in reviewing and providing analysis of population changes, past and future. In a broad ranging interview Johnny discusses the advances made in the profession, potential pitfalls with forecasting, the use of the data, value judgements in population analysis, emerging city issues, the census and makes predictions based on current trends. In additon he discusses the importance of city structure to the well being of communities and the desirability of creating equitable cities. This is the final PX podcast for 2016. Music: Intro - 'Walk right up' by Ladi6. Outro - 'Mais Que Nada' Segio Mendes & Brasil 66. Podcast released in December 2016, remastered November 2017. For more information visit www.planningxchange.org.
In PX21, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview John Henshall, an urban economist with over 40 years experience in Australia, Europe and Asia. Topics discussed include ethics, disruptive economic trends, common mistakes in economic assessments, what eastern cities can teach western cities, the revitalisation of small towns and the necessity of failure. On a personal side, John talks of his joy in being involved in the revitalisation of Clarksdale Mississippi, a pivotal place in the emergence and evolution of the blues. Music: Intro - 'Walk right up' by Ladi6. Outro - 'Mais Que Nada' Segio Mendes & Brasil 66. Podcast released in October 2016, remastered November 2017. For more details visit www.planningxchange.org.
IN PX20, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview prominent and widely respected barrister Nick Tweedie. Nick specialises in planning related disputes with frequent appearances before VCAT and Panels Victoria. Nick orginally hails from Perth Western Australia and discusses what he enjoys about his new home town of Melbourne. He talks about the respective roles of advocate, expert witness and decision maker. The discussion also examines the structural and inherent difficulties in developing sound planning policies. Although based on the Victorian experience it will be of interest to practitioners in other states and countries. Nick recently appeared before the Independent Panel that considered the built form review for central Melbourne. Of this most important of reviews, Nick explains his disappointment at the quality of the submissions that sought to justify the changes. A reminder that planning policy has significant implications on the well being, choice and opportunities available to citzens. A broad ranging interview that is equally candid and inspiring. Music: Intro - Walk right up by Ladi6. Outro - My Boy, My Town (Shura Remix) by Mabel. Podcast released in October 2016. For more details go to www.planningxchange.org
In PX19, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview David Song and Dan Bowden co directors of Song Bowden planning consultants. Both Dave and Dan are experienced planning consultants who represent both the private and government sector. They appear regularly at VCAT, the Victorian Tribunal which considers planning disputes. In a broad ranging interview the double D's discuss what brought them together, working as a team, the strengths in difference and their take on how the planning system muddles through challenging times. Both subjects are candid in their answers and provide zesty and thoughtful insights into some very serious planning topics. Music: Intro - Breezy House by Qronix. Outro - Spooky by Dusty Springfield (Quinten 909 Extended Mix). Podcast released in August 2016. For more details go to www.planningxchange.org
In PX18, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Brian 'Harry' Haratsis a Director and founder of Macroplan Dimasi. Harry is an economic planner / forecaster and author of three books. His books 'Australia 2050', 'Beyond the Fringe' and the recently released 'Destructive Cities' make a provocative and engaging assessment of urban issues in light of societal, economic and technological changes. Harry finds that the traditional 'Garden City movement' no longer serves our citzens and diverts attention away from where planners should be focused. In a sparkling interview, Harry describes much of planning theory and practice as outdated and a situation akin to the 'emperor having no clothes'. Harry is an original thinker, a planning philospher who surfs. One of Australia's foremost planning intellectuals, he presents challenging ideas in a straight forward accessible manner. Music: Intro - Breezy House by Qronix. Outro - This Girl (Kungs vs. Cookin' on 3 Burners). Podcast released August 2016. For more details see www.planningxchange.org
In PX17, Jess and Peter interview Chris Goss of Orbit Solutions. Chris is trained as an architect and has branched out into high end computer visualisation. Chris discusses his path from being a wilderness guide in the depths of the Tasmanian bush whilst at uni to now producing cutting edge computer visualisation, BIM and graphic presentation. During the interview he discusses how technology is shaping our cities and citizen's experiences. He brings an optimistic approach to what the future holds and provides us with the 'Goss Law' (with apologies to Moore's Law). Music: Intro - Breezy House by Qronix. Outro - Lekker Niet (feat. Willem de Bruin) by Faberyayo X Tony. Podcast released in June 2016. For more details see www.planningxchange.org.
In PX16, Jess and Peter interview Jo Garretty a Director at Salt 3, a premier traffic engineering firm. Jo talks bikes, cars, trains and emerging traffic systems. She responds to criticisms that traffic engineers are too focused on roads at the expense of other urban elements. A refreshing talk about the prospects for great change in our urban transportation systems with technology creating opportunities of using spare capacity and facilitating new forms of transport. Music: Intro - 'Walk right up' by Ladi6. Outro: 'Like you want' to by Kita Alexander. Podcast originally released in June 2016 but re-recorded in November 2016. For more details see www.planningxchange.org.
In PX15 Jess and Peter interview Shelley Penn who has recently been appointed to head the City Design Studio at Melbourne City Council. Shelley has worked in a range of private and government roles and has been included in the list of the top one hundred most influential contemporary Australian women. Shelley brings a critical analysis to the challenges associated with creating good buildings and enjoyable city spaces. Music: Intro - Breezy House by Qronix. Outro: Intentions by Frames and Elizabeth Rose. Podcast released in March 2016. For more details see www.planningxchange.org.