Geomob

Ed Freyfogle
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Geoinnovation - for fun or profit

  1. 6D AGO

    Geomob Berlin and Barcelona summary

    In the final episode of the Geomob podcast for 2025, hosts Ed and Steven reflect on the past year, discuss the evolving role of AI in geocoding and data maintenance, and recap recent Geomob events in Berlin and Barcelona. They explore innovations in cycling infrastructure, the importance of citizen science, and the challenges posed by GPS technology. The conversation highlights the advancements in geospatial technology and the exciting future ahead in 2026. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

    41 min

  2. 12/22/2025

    Holiday Special

    Merry Christmas! In this festive Geomob podcast, the co-hosts reflect on the past year, celebrating achievements within the geospatial community, discussing highlights from various events, and sharing personal triumphs. They also explore gift ideas for geo enthusiasts and set goals for the podcast in the coming year, emphasizing the importance of emerging voices in the industry and the need for honest conversations about the future of geospatial technology, particularly in relation to AI and sustainability. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

    49 min

  3. 12/14/2025

    Richard Flemmings: AGI Foresight Report UK

    New Geomob host Denise discusses the recently released AGI Foresight Report with Richard Flemmings, CEO of Map Impact. They explore the significance of the report, its findings, and the reflections from the AGI conference. Key themes include the evolution of geospatial technology, the importance of skills development, and the global relevance of the report's insights. The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration within the geospatial community and invites listeners to engage with the report's recommendations. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

    36 min

  4. 12/07/2025

    FOSS4GUK

    The conversation provides a detailed review of the FOSS4G:UK 2025 conference, highlighting its significance as a return to in-person events after a long hiatus. Alastair discusses the organisation, positive feedback, and the engaging talks and workshops that took place. He emphasises the importance of community involvement and the successful logistics of the event, as well as the insights shared by keynote speakers. The conversation concludes with reflections on the OSGeo:UK AGM and potential future FOSS4G:UK events. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

    31 min

  5. 12/01/2025

    Dirk Voets: GeomobNL

    Our guest is Dirk Voets, organizer of Geomob Netherlands, which started in 2024. Dirk looks back on the progress since then. We discuss the Dutch geospatial scene generally, and look forward to the upcoming January event (rescheduled from December). The conversation explores the importance of community in the geospatial field, emphasizing the value of sharing experiences and learning from failures. Dirk Voets discusses the role of Geomob in connecting professionals and fostering a supportive environment for growth and collaboration. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

    28 min

  6. 11/23/2025

    Freddie Hunter: Trees Outside Woodland (TOW)

    In this episode of the Geomob podcast, Alastair speaks with Freddie Hunter from Forest Research about the innovative mapping of Trees Outside Woodlands across England. They discuss the importance of this data set for ecological monitoring, the methodologies used for data processing, and the various applications of the data in tree planting and carbon assessment. Freddie also shares insights into quality assessment and the plans for future updates to the data. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

    36 min

  7. 11/16/2025

    Felix Palmer: A5 Grid System

    Ed's guest is Felix Palmer, introducing the A5 discrete global grid system. The conversation explores the intriguing concept of tiling pentagons, revealing that while it may seem impossible, it can be achieved by altering the angles of the vertices. The discussion also delves into the implications of projections from geometric shapes like the icosahedron to the sphere, highlighting how these projections can warp angles yet still maintain surface coverage. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

    33 min

  8. 11/09/2025

    Darren Tansley: The Lost Ponds

    Alastair hosts this special, listener-suggested episode by introducing the topic of lost ponds: how to find them and why they matter. Darren Tansley of the Essex Wildlife Trust then joins Alastair to discuss the project to map and restore these lost ponds across the UK. They cover the surprising scale of habitat loss, the methodology used by citizen scientists relying on historical and modern maps, and the ecological importance of ponds for species like the Turtle Dove and beneficial insects. The discussion also reflects on the essential work with farm clusters, the role of geospatial data in local nature strategy, and the potential economic benefits that pond restoration could bring to modern agriculture. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

    27 min
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Geoinnovation - for fun or profit

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  • Creator
    Ed Freyfogle
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Geomob

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