How would our cities change if we replaced most of our roads with parks? This week on podparks, we are advocating for green networks, which are webs of parks and corridors and walkways that allow people to navigate the city through green public spaces.
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Mental health walks
What is up with mental health walks? This week on Podparks, we’re uncovering the intricate relationships between parks and mental health, and learning how we can advocate for spaces that promote our wellbeing.
Social and health equity within public spaces
The focus of this webinar will be on South African parks, recreation, and open public spaces to promote social connectedness and health.
The power of trees
This week on Podparks, we are analyzing the magic of trees, and why they have become so crucial in our lives.
Where to next? Season 1 recap with Vitoria Martin
¡We are wrapping season 1! This week, we are joined by Vitoria Martin, Global Secretariat Coordinator of World Urban Parks and Producer of Podparks, to discuss everything we loved about the first season of Podparks.
Why turning old city bridges into new urban parks is such a great idea
Post-pandemic, finding innovative ways to eke out accessible green spaces in the urban environment is more urgent than ever.
Spending time in nature may protect against the risk of dementia.
Spending time in nature, even as little as two hours a week, has been linked to several health benefits.
What makes a walkable city
If, during the 20th century, the aim in cities was to make space for private vehicles, one of the challenges of the 21st century is to correct that self-destructive trend. The proximity city, also known as a walkable city, emerged as an essential town-planning tool to improve residents' quality of life and reduce their impact.
Parks and Health
We’ve always known parks are good for us, but up until the past few decades, we haven’t known why. This week on Podparks, Alice is joined by public health researchers from around the world to discuss the effects of parks on our health.
What makes a walkable city
As mentioned in the article written by M. Martínez Euklidiadas:
If, during the 20th century, the aim in cities was to make space for private vehicles, one of the challenges of the 21st century is to correct that self-destructive trend. The proximity city, also known as a walkable city, emerged as an essential town-planning tool to improve residents' quality of life and reduce their impact.
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