58 episodes

As the central resource for cities on the intersection of government, data, and innovation, the Data-Smart City Pod from Harvard University's Data-Smart City Solutions features leaders and experts in governance, innovation, and research.

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As the central resource for cities on the intersection of government, data, and innovation, the Data-Smart City Pod from Harvard University's Data-Smart City Solutions features leaders and experts in governance, innovation, and research.

    A Local Approach to Improving Urban Air Quality

    A Local Approach to Improving Urban Air Quality

    In this episode, host Stephen Goldsmith interviews Michael Ogletree, discussing his innovative strategies for improving Denver's air quality through collaborative efforts, low-cost sensors, and community engagement, providing actionable insights for city leaders.

    • 18 min
    From Intent to Impact: Mayor Victoria Woodards on Equity

    From Intent to Impact: Mayor Victoria Woodards on Equity

    In this episode host Stephen Goldsmith interviews Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards, exploring her strategies for embedding equity into every aspect of municipal operations. Mayor Woodards explains how to use data, mapping, and community engagement to not just talk about equity but actively implement it.

    • 17 min
    Future Tides: How Kaua'i Fights Sea Level Rise with Data

    Future Tides: How Kaua'i Fights Sea Level Rise with Data

    In this episode host Stephen Goldsmith interviews Alan Clinton, the administrative planning officer for the county of Kaua'i, about the county's Sea Level Rise Constraint District Viewer, an award-winning data visualization for protecting and preserving the island coastline.

    • 16 min
    Navigating Trust in the Digital Landscape with Jacqueline Lu

    Navigating Trust in the Digital Landscape with Jacqueline Lu

    In this episode host Stephen Goldsmith interviews Jacqueline Lu, co-founder of Helpful Places about the transition from traditional hardscapes to digital infrastructure, and how to prioritize trust and transparency while collecting data in the public sphere.

    • 23 min
    Framing Equity Work with Data: The Tucson Strategy

    Framing Equity Work with Data: The Tucson Strategy

    In this episode, Stephen Goldsmith interviews Tucson's Chief Equity Officer Laurice Walker and Equity Data Manager Laura Sharp about using data and mapping to reshape city policies and services to prioritize equity, and how to lay the groundwork for lasting transformation.

    • 26 min
    Time and Trust with Brad Keywell

    Time and Trust with Brad Keywell

    In this episode, Stephen Goldsmith interviews entrepreneur Brad Keywell, about the importance of time. They discuss how urgency, efficiency, and trust are crucial in maximizing outcomes and resident satisfaction, highlighting the need for leaders to prioritize decisive action and leverage technology to optimize processes.

    • 22 min

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