Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast

Welcome to Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast! Join us as we explore the forefront of urban innovation with "Smart in the City," brought to you by BABLE Smart Cities. Our podcast delves into the intricate world of Smart Cities, where technology, sustainability, and community converge to redefine urban living. 🎙️ Why Listen? - Insightful Conversations: Hear from the brightest minds in urban development, including city planners, technology innovators, and policymakers. - Practical Wisdom: Gain actionable insights on fostering smart, sustainable growth within urban areas. - Innovative Solutions: Learn about cutting-edge tools and initiatives helping cities across Europe stride towards becoming climate-neutral by 2050. 🎧 Who Should Listen? - City Practitioners and policymakers looking for inspiration and proven strategies to implement in their own cities. - B2G Business Developers seeking to understand the evolving landscape of urban tech opportunities. - Anyone passionate about the future of urban living, sustainability, and innovation. You can find all of our episodes on the BABLE Knowledge Hub: https://lnkd.in/ec2wZZMm 🔔 And you can also listen to Smart in the City on all your favourite listening apps. Make sure to subscribe to not miss any episode! #SmartCities #UrbanInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #BABLEPodcast #Technology #CommunityBuilding #FutureCities

🔄 Throwback to our episode "#12 Rostock: A 'Smile City'" with Claus Ruhe Madsen What if positivity was the key to transforming a city? Back when Claus Ruhe Madsen was the Mayor of Rostock, Germany, we were inspired by his unique vision of a “Smile City,” a concept grounded in positivity and people-focused growth. His approach to fostering community engagement, streamlining city processes, and driving a resilient mindset is just as relevant today as when we recorded our conversation. 🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/esfStZGT Fast-forward to today, as Madsen, now CDU Minister of Economic Affairs of Schleswig-Holstein, continues to bring this positive mindset to Germany's biggest policy discussions. In his recent appearance on Maybrit Illner, one of Germany's most known political talk shows, he emphasised what he sees as missing in German policy: optimism, collaboration, and decisive action. In a lively exchange, Madsen pointed out the contrast between German and Danish approaches to governance: 1️⃣ Unified Action: Calling for a “Team Germany,” Madsen believes that solving Germany’s economic woes requires true collaboration, much like Denmark’s tradition of minority governments. 2️⃣ Cutting Bureaucratic Red Tape: Emphasizing that excessive regulation hampers growth, Madsen advocated for reform to streamline processes, similar to his "Smile City" strategies from his days as Rostock’s mayor. 3️⃣ Restoring Optimism: Madsen urged German leaders to embrace a more positive vision for the future, noting that economic resilience is tied to public morale and faith in leadership. 📰 Read the full article (in German) on his perspective in Maybrit Illner here: https://lnkd.in/eV9_jv6X #SmartCity #UrbanInnovation #CityLeadership #EconomicResilience #SustainableGrowth #SmileCity #PublicPolicy #PositiveMindset #Collaboration #PolicyInnovation

How can architecture reshape our cities to be more sustainable, livable, and resilient in the face of climate challenges? Stay tuned for next week's episode 🎧 Our next podcast guest will be Dennis Hauer, Director at Urban Climate Architects, recorded live at the neext - powered by Drees & Sommer Future Summit in Berlin. In this episode, we explore how Urban Climate Architects is redefining urban landscapes by integrating climate adaptation, community input, and cutting-edge technologies like green infrastructure and data-driven planning. Dennis shares insights on the biggest challenges cities face and how architecture can lead the way to a more sustainable urban future. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and turn on your notifications on your listening platform to make sure you don't miss this episode! #UrbanClimate #SmartCity #SustainableArchitecture #ClimateAdaptation #CityDesign #UrbanInnovation #FutureCities #SmartCities

A new Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast episode is out: "#95 Łódź: Transforming Challenges into Resilience and Urban Growth" 🎧 https://lnkd.in/eiKtnH6y In this episode, recorded at the neext - powered by Drees & Sommer Future Summit in Berlin, we welcome Adam Pustelnik, Deputy Mayor of Łódź, Poland, to discuss the city’s transformation journey. From its post-industrial roots to becoming a sustainable, investor-friendly hub, Adam shares how Łódź is tackling urban challenges with bold strategies. Topics include the city’s recent recognition as an investor-friendly hub, measures to curb urban sprawl, resilience plans to counter climate impacts like flooding, and projects to restore natural rivers for green infrastructure. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on your favourite listening platform to stay updated with all episodes! Drees & Sommer #SmartCity #UrbanResilience #SustainableCities #WaterManagement #GreenInfrastructure #UrbanPlanning #ResilientCities #CityInnovation #Łódź #UrbanGrowth #InvestorFriendly

Join us on the journey to a better urban life! 🚀 Jump in as we explore the forefront of urban innovation with "Smart in the City," brought to you by BABLE Smart Cities. Our podcast delves into the intricate world of Smart Cities, where technology, sustainability, and community converge to redefine urban living. 🎙️ Why Listen? - Insightful Conversations: Hear from the brightest minds in urban development, including city planners, technology innovators, and policymakers. - Practical Wisdom: Gain actionable insights on fostering smart, sustainable growth within urban areas. - Innovative Solutions: Learn about cutting-edge tools and initiatives helping cities across Europe stride towards becoming climate-neutral by 2050. 🎧 Who Should Listen? - City Practitioners and policymakers looking for inspiration and proven strategies to implement in their own cities. - B2G Business Developers seeking to understand the evolving landscape of urban tech opportunities. - Anyone passionate about the future of urban living, sustainability, and innovation. You can find all of our episodes on the BABLE Knowledge Hub: https://lnkd.in/ec2wZZMm 🔔 And you can also listen to Smart in the City on all your favourite listening apps. Make sure to subscribe to not miss any episode! #SmartCities #UrbanInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #BABLEPodcast #Technology #CommunityBuilding #FutureCities

Missed our latest episode? 🎧 https://lnkd.in/e2Kf2B2p In Episode #94, we’re joined by Ilaria De Altin, Project Coordinator for Freiburger Wahlkreis 100% & Former Climate Protection Manager of Stadt Freiburg, and Josephine Yilan Liu, Co-Founder of the Urban Future global conference, to discuss the art of climate communication and citizen empowerment. Together, they reveal how community engagement and effective messaging can turn climate awareness into meaningful action. 💬 As Ilaria explains, “The more data you give on climate change, the more difficult it is for people to become active. Rather than inspiring action, it can make people feel as though the problem is insurmountable.” 💬 Josephine highlights the collective impact of small changes, saying, “Individual actions are crucial because together they can create larger cultural shifts. It’s not about choosing between individual and systemic change. They’re interconnected.” Tune in to learn how they’re breaking down psychological barriers to climate action and empowering communities to drive sustainable change. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on your favourite listening platform to stay updated with all episodes! #ClimateAction #CommunityEngagement #UrbanSustainability #ClimateCommunication #SmartCities

How can cities embrace technology to build sustainable, resilient futures for all? Stay tuned for next week's episode 🎧 Our next guest, Adam Pustelnik, Deputy Mayor of City of Lodz Office, Poland, will share how the city is rising to meet environmental challenges, fostering an investor-friendly climate, and transforming urban resilience in the face of extreme weather. From innovative flood preparedness strategies to creating an attractive environment for investors, we’ll explore Łódź’s journey to becoming a forward-thinking, sustainable city. 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you won’t miss it! #SmartCity #UrbanResilience #SustainableCities #ClimateAdaptation #CityInnovation #Łódź #PublicPolicy #SustainableDevelopment

A new Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast episode is out: "#94 Climate Action: Empowering Citizens through Communication" 🎧 https://lnkd.in/e2Kf2B2p Join us as we dive into climate communication with Ilaria De Altin, Project Coordinator for Freiburger Wahlkreis 100% (Voting District 100%), and Josephine Yilan Liu, Co-Founder of the Urban Future Global Conference. They reveal how effective communication strategies can break down psychological barriers, inspire individual climate action, and transform personal responsibility into powerful community-driven change. From relatable storytelling to practical, hands-on projects, our guests share ways to foster sustainable behaviours and build resilient urban communities for a greener future. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on your favourite listening platform to stay updated with all episodes! #SmartCity #ClimateAction #CommunityEngagement #UrbanSustainability #ClimateCommunication #CollectiveAction

Do you have a story on urban innovation, citizen-centric design, decarbonisation, climate resilience or Artificial Intelligence for cities? We want to hear from you! 🎙️ Join us on the journey toward a better urban life and be a guest on Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast. Fill out a form to be a guest on the show on our podcast page: https://lnkd.in/dnA3JSmx Submit your request and we will contact you shortly! 📥 #Podcast #UrbanDevelopment #innovation #sustainability #mobility #energy #data #urbanlife #urbanplanning #technology #cities #smartcities #smartcity

Missed our latest episode? 🎧 https://lnkd.in/e_sq-bzi Episode #93 features Marvin Rees OBE, former Mayor of Bristol, and Joanne Anderson, former Mayor of Liverpool, sharing their experiences as leaders in major European cities. They discuss the challenges and responsibilities that come with being the first Black leaders in these roles, and the steps needed to foster true diversity in urban governance. From promoting inclusive policies to navigating the complexities of representation, they emphasize the importance of intentional action. As Marvin puts it, "Graciousness and humility are key. Sometimes activism and political opposition sacrifice impact because they want profile and to be seen to be right." Or, as Joanne stated, "You don’t tick a box and say, ‘We’ve achieved diversity.’ It’s a continuous process that requires ongoing commitment." Tune in to learn what their experiences can teach us about building more inclusive cities. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on your favourite listening platform to stay updated with all episodes! #UrbanLeadership #DiversityInPolitics #InclusiveGovernance #SmartCity #CityLeadership #UrbanInnovation #RepresentationMatters #LeadershipLessons #SmartInTheCity