Building This Community
By Andrew Klump and Luke Patrick
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Building This CommunityApr 19, 2021
S3:E9 Louisville Mayoral Candidate Series with Tim Findley, Jr.
Louisville mayoral candidate, Tim Findley, Jr., joins this weeks episode of BTC. He discusses his policy platform, including universal pre-k, police reform, and promoting growth of small business and black business in Louisville, among other major issues. (Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S3:E8 Louisville Mayoral Candidate Series with Craig Greenberg
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S3:E7 Houselessness Policy With Natalie Harris of the Coalition for the Homeless
Executive Director of the Coalition for the Homeless as well as Co-Chair of the Kentucky Interagency Council on Homelessness, Natalie Harris, joins this weeks episode of BTC. She discusses the state of houselessness in Louisville and across the country as well as explaining the various types of houselessness and the possible solutions for those in need.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S3:E6 Roundabouts and Roads with Carmel, Indiana Mayor Jim Brainard
Mayor of Carmel, Indiana and the trustee and co-chair of the Energy Independence and Climate Protection Task Force for the U.S. Conference of Mayors, Jim Brainard, joins this weeks episode of BTC. He discusses how Carmel became a model for roundabouts and rotaries in America, as well as the importance of road design for fighting climate change.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S3:E5 Private Equity In A Midsized City with Jonathan Blue
Chairman and Managing Director of Blue Equity LLC, Jonathan Blue, joins this weeks episode of BTC. He discusses the state of late stage private equity within Kentucky and the region, as well as how cities are looking to attract talent and businesses.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S3:E4 Energy Transition with Tom FitzGerald
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S3:E3 Unions, Cooperatives, and the 490 Project with Professor Ariana Levinson
Tenured professor at the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law, Ariana Levinson, joins this week’s episode of BTC. She discusses union policies, the unionization of cooperatives, and the 490 Project.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S3:E2 The Human Case For Fewer Cars In Our Lives with Melissa and Chris Bruntlett of Modacity
Co-authors of "Curbing Traffic - The Human Case for Fewer Cars in our Lives," Melissa and Chris Bruntlett, join this week’s episode of BTC. As a follow-up to their first book "Building The Cycling City - The Dutch Blueprint for Urban Vitality" wherein the Bruntletts describe HOW higher priority for pedestrians is implemented, the Bruntletts discussed with us WHY cycling policies are so important to children, accessibility, feminism, and a litany of other topics.
The book discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S3:E1 Healthcare with Tammy York Day of the Louisville Healthcare CEO Council
President and CEO of the Louisville Healthcare CEO Council, Tammy York Day, joins this week’s episode of BTC. She discusses the creation and role of the LHCC in healthcare and the city as well as LHCC's impact on health equity, technology, and city policy.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E11 Recap and Review of Season 2
In this week's episode of BTC Luke and Andrew provide an in-depth review of the policies discussed in season 2 and how those policies intertwine, as well as the podcast evolution and goals for future seasons.
S2:E10 Louisville Metro Council with CM David James
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E9 Bourbon Women with Maggie Kimberl
President of the Bourbon Women Association and content editor for American Whiskey Magazine, Maggie Kimberl, joins this week’s episode of BTC. She discusses women in bourbon, the growth of the bourbon industry over the last decade, and the impact of the bourbon trail on Kentucky's economy.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E8 Renewable Energy Policy and Appalachia with Adam Edelen
Former State Auditor and founder of Edelen Ventures and Edelen Renewables, Adam Edelen, joins this week’s episode of BTC. He discusses the state of green energy in Kentucky, and the slate of investments he is making around the state in an attempt to grow green jobs and aid in the transition away from fossil fuels.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E7 Start-up Entrepreneurship with LEAP and Will Metcalf
Executive Director of Research Development and Strategic Initiatives at the University of Louisville as well as the Chairman of the Board of the Louisville Entrepreneurship Acceleration Programs (LEAP), Will Metcalf, joins this week's episode of BTC. He discusses the growing start-up community in Louisville, particularly the healthcare space, as well as the search for funding and the role the University of Louisville plays in innovation as a research institute.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E6 Green Spaces Impact on Health with Dr. Ted Smith of Green Heart Louisville
Associate Professor of Environmental Medicine at the University of Louisville and former Chief Innovation Officer with Metro Louisville, Dr. Ted Smith, joins this week's episode of BTC. He discusses the importance of zip codes and green space versus genetics in public health outcomes. In particular he talks about the unparalleled study examining the impact of green space on physical health called Green Heart Louisville.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E5 Local Radio and Music Venues with Tony Vanetti
Co-host of Louisville talk shows the Tony and Dwight show and the Afternoon Underdogs, and former Rock n' Roll DJ, Tony Vanetti, joins this week's episode of BTC. He discusses the importance and relevance of local radio during conglomeration by national companies, how to bridge the gap between political and urban v. rural divides, and the future of music venues in a post-COVID world.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E4 Deep Tech & Dispatches Europe with Terry and Cheryl Boyd
Co-founders and co-CEOs of Dispatches Europe and co-founders of the former Insider Louisville, Terry and Cheryl Boyd, join this week's episode of BTC. They discuss deep tech, connecting international cities, and remote work.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E3 Building The Cycling City with Melissa and Chris Bruntlett of Modacity
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E2 Community Development with Gill Holland
Movie and music producer as well as a self-described community builder, Gill Holland, joins this week's episode of BTC. Gill discusses his work in developing neighborhoods through the private sector and what cities could do to aid in creating growth and equity. He also delves into his work making independent movies and music which lead to his success at the Sundance Film Festival.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S2:E1 Sports Law and NIL with Darren Heitner
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S1:E10 Recap and Review of Season 1
In this week's episode of BTC Luke and Andrew review what was discussed this season, how the podcast is evolving, and the goals for future seasons.
S1:E9 National and Local Journalism with Michael Lindenberger
Deputy Opinion Editor at the Houston Chronicle, Michael Lindenberger, joins this weeks episode of BTC. He discusses the importance of local journalism and the economics behind the industry. Lindenberger also touches on the zoning and road structure of Houston as well as the need to grow the arts in Louisville.
The white paper discussed in the reaction segment can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S1:E8 Co-working Spaces with Brigid Morrissey
Co-founder of The Root, A Co-Working Space, Brigid Morrissey, joins this week’s episode of BTC to discuss co-working spaces and the benefits they provide to startups.
The white paper discussed in the reaction segment can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S:1 E:7 Bankruptcies with Keith Larson
Bankruptcy attorney, Keith Larson, joins this week’s episode of BTC to explain what local businesses need to know about bankruptcies, from their benefits to common misconceptions. We also touch on changes coming to this area of law and discuss the impact that the pandemic might have on local businesses.
The white paper discussed in the reaction segment can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S1:E6 Benefit Corps & Canopy with Ben Smock
Ben Smock, the director of development for Canopy Certified, Inc., an organization dedicated to growing and certifying "good business" in Kentucky, joins this weeks episode of BTC. He discusses the importance of cultivating a business ecosystem where companies are committed do doing good in the community, and how Canopy provides guidance and development opportunities for community businesses.
The white paper discussed in the reaction segment can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S1:E5 Cooperatives with Cassia Herron
President of the Louisville Association for Community Economics (LACE), a non-profit organization that oversees the Louisville Community Grocery, Cassia Herron, joins this weeks episode of BTC. She discusses the importance of cooperative economics and how the Louisville Community Grocery involves the community to address food apartheid and racial and social justice issues.
The white paper discussed in the reaction segment can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S1:E4 Young Professionals & YPAL
YPAL president, Rudy Ellis, and secretary, John Weber, join this week's episode of BTC. They discuss a wide range of business and city polices for midsize cities, including the amenities arms race and competing to develop, attract, and retain talent.
The white paper discussed in the reaction segment can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S1:E3 NBA to Louisville with Dan Issel
President of the Louisville Basketball Investment & Support Group (NBA2Lou), Dan Issel, joins this week's episode of BTC. He provides an update on the current status of NBA expansion, national arena naming rights, and how the NBA interacts with racial and social justice.
The newspaper article discussed in the reaction can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S1:E2 Singapore & Startups with Albrecht Stahmer
Singaporean entrepreneur, Albrecht Stahmer, joins this week's episode of BTC. He discusses a wide range business and city polices, including startups, sovereign wealth funds, NBA to Louisville, and Bourbonism.
The white paper discussed in the reaction segment can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S1:E1 Tree Policies with Cindi Sullivan
Cindi Sullivan of Trees Louisville joins this week's episode of BTC. She discusses a wide range of tree related topics, including current policies for replacements, competition with solar panels, and racial inequity in tree canopies.
The white paper discussed in the reaction segment can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
S1:E0 Preview Podcast
Welcome to Building This Community, your city, business, and policy development podcast. This is our preview episode where we outline our goals, objectives, and formatting for the show. In addition to the discussions we host with a range of guests, we aim to make the most pressing issues in city development accessible for everyone by using Louisville as a Petri dish to assess and compare policies and business ideas from around the globe as well as to find the best ways to better our community.
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(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)