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This podcast explores the innovative urban projects and design initiatives led by superwien, an interdisciplinary studio focused on urban planning, architecture, and design. This podcast delves into various global projects, offering insights into contemporary urban issues, sustainable design practices, and creative approaches to shaping cities. With a focus on real-world solutions, it discusses the intersection of architecture, urbanism, mobility, social change, and the built environment. Get to know about superwien at www. superwien.com Music by Ricardo Wheelock #bettercities

  1. 5d ago

    Henni+Milli #3: Mobility for an Inclusive City: Beyond the Average Commuter

    What does it take to make urban mobility truly inclusive? In the third episode. of the InclusiveCity Podcast we explore how mobility planning can move beyond the traditional model of the “average commuter” travelling from A to B. Together with mobility expert Gerald Franz from the City of Vienna’s Climate and Innovation Agency (UIV) and architect, researcher and Wonderland Platform director Bahanur Nasya , we discuss how everyday realities - care work, children, older people, shift workers, people with disabilities and those without access to a car - challenge conventional approaches to transport planning. The conversation looks at how local knowledge, participation, temporary interventions and international research projects can influence larger mobility systems. Using Vienna’s Supergrätzl as an example, the guests reflect on the potential—and limits—of bottom-up initiatives, the role of public space as a place for social interaction, and how mobility policies can be tested and adapted. The discussion ultimately asks what an inclusive city could look like: not simply one that listens to citizens, but one that creates the conditions for people to live more sustainably, independently and collectively—regardless of age, gender, income or mobility needs. About our guests:  Gerald Franz is Mobility Leader at Urban Innovation Vienna, the City of Vienna's climate and innovation agency. He leads a team of mobility experts and has driven many e-mobility, shared transport, and mobility policy projects.  Bahanur Nasya is an architect, researcher, and film producer based in Vienna and Head of Organisations at Wonderland Platform for European Architecture. She leads the Fair Mobility DUT project, addressing mobility inequalities for minorities in both urban and rural settings.  Henni+Milli is a temporary, consumer-free public "placemaking" project and community testing ground located along the Donaukanal in Vienna, specifically named after the Henriette-Fahrbach-Promenade and Emilie-Turecek-Promenade near the Franzensbrücke. This project was implemented in the framework of the FFG funded DUT InclusiveCity Project and implemented with the funding of the MA45/City of Vienna. This podcast was produced in a cooperation with Placemaking Austria and superwien. Hosts: Vivian Monteiro Malta & Roland Krebs

  2. Aug 27

    Henni+Milli #2: Vienna - Walking on the Wild Side

    In the second episode of the InclusiveCity podcast, Vivian Monteiro and Roland Krebs talk with Eugene Quinn, Vienna-based urbanist, DJ, storyteller and co-founder of Whoosh. Their conversation explores the overlooked power of walking as a way of experiencing, understanding and connecting with the city. For Eugene, walking is more than a mode of transport: it is “free medicine”, a form of slow urban exploration that supports mental health, creativity, social interaction and a sense of belonging. Drawing on his unconventional walking tours across Vienna, he introduces the idea of “Street Capital”, a way of thinking about how lively, social, playful and welcoming a street feels, and asks what makes some streets exciting places to be while others feel empty and disconnected. The conversation also looks at Vienna through the lens of inclusivity, public space and everyday urban life. Eugene discusses tourism for locals, the social differences between neighbourhoods, the role of children and schools, gender and walking, and the importance of encountering people who are different from ourselves. From the Danube Canal and Vienna’s open courtyards to street art, ugly architecture and the city’s changing public spaces, the episode invites us to see Vienna differently, not simply as a destination, but as a city to explore, question and participate in. Ultimately, it asks what an inclusive city might look like: a place where everyone is welcome, where curiosity and encounter are part of everyday life, and where walking can become a simple but powerful tool for building connection. About our guest: Eugene Quinn is a London-born, Vienna-based urbanist, DJ, and storyteller, and co-founder of Whoosh, a creative city-exploration project behind Vienna Walking Week with more than 150 unconventional walking tours from street art and social housing art to "Ugly Vienna" and smell-based tours of the city. Eugene also teaches spatial planning at TU Wien and developed the concept of "street capital." Whoosh's "tourism for locals" approach is a self-described response to the climate crisis, encouraging Viennese residents to rediscover their own city rather than travel elsewhere.  Henni+Milli is a temporary, consumer-free public "placemaking" project and community testing ground located along the Donaukanal in Vienna, specifically named after the Henriette-Fahrbach-Promenade and Emilie-Turecek-Promenade near the Franzensbrücke. This project was implemented in the framework of the FFG funded DUT InclusiveCity Project and implemented with the funding of the MA45/City of Vienna. This podcast was produced in a cooperation with Placemaking Austria and superwien. Hosts: Vivian Monteiro Malta & Roland Krebs

  3. Jul 23

    Henni+Milli #1: Green, Blue & a City for All

    In the first episode of the InclusiveCity Podcast we are talking to Sithara Pathirana and Marian Rudhart about green and blue public spaces as the backbone of an inclusive city and how artistic interventions shape the everyday lives in Vienna. The conversation centers on who actually gets to shape and feel welcome in shared urban space, blending Sithara’s arts/culture angle — the 2026 Klima Biennale edition “Unspeakable Worlds” had a focus week on the Danube Canal — with Marian’s grassroots push for public swimming access. Please sign the Sithara'S petition of the Rights for the Danube as a Co-Citizen! (in german) About our guests: Sithara Pathirana is the festival director of the Klima Biennale Wien. The 2026 edition, "Unspeakable Worlds," put art in public space at the centre, with a specific focus week on the Danube Canal. Marian Rudhart is from Schwimmverein Donaukanal, an association and grassroots initiative advocating to make Vienna's Donaukanal a place where people can safely swim and enjoy the water as part of everyday city life, for our conversation about green and blue spaces. Henni+milli is a temporary, consumer-free public "placemaking" project and community testing ground located along the Donaukanal in Vienna, specifically named after the Henriette-Fahrbach-Promenade and Emilie-Turecek-Promenade near the Franzensbrücke. This project was implemented in the framework of the FFG funded DUT InclusiveCity Project and implemented with the funding of the MA45/City of Vienna. This podcast was produced in a cooperation with Placemaking Austria and superwien. Hosts: Vivian Monteiro Malta & Roland Krebs

  4. 12/31/2025

    Designing Care: Eva Kail's Perspectives on Gender-Sensitive Planning and Governance

    In this episode, host Milagros Hurtig sits down with Eva Kail, a pioneering urban planner and feminist thinker whose work has reshaped how cities can better serve everyone. Together, they explore Eva's first steps in gender planning, the fundamental role of gender in urban design, how Vienna pioneered gender-sensitive urban planning, the Oberes Hausfeld urban development and about tools and advice for inclusive urban planning. Through a candid and insightful conversation, Eva and Milagros unpack what it means to design cities with empathy, from gender-sensitive planning to the politics of public space. This episode of superwien podcast invites listeners to look more closely at the streets they walk every day and imagine how thoughtful design can create safer, more equitable, and more joyful urban futures. Learn more about Eva's work: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/17/realestate/vienna-aspern-seestadt-gender.html Learn more about superwien's Oberes Hausfeld design: https://www.wien.gv.at/pdf/ma21/planen-im-dialog-oberes-hausfeld.pdf #urbanism #gender #feministplanning #architecture #inclusion #inclusivity

  5. 12/19/2025

    econnecting #9: Beyond City Borders: How Cycling Connects Regions and Communities

    In this episode, we take a deep dive into regional planning and the role of cycling in strengthening urban–rural linkages. Today we are joined by Shelley Bontje from the Dutch Cycling Embassy, who was also the keynote speaker at the econnecting final conference in Faenza. Together, we explore how cycling can move beyond municipal borders to become a powerful driver of regional connectivity. Drawing on Dutch experience and European practice, Shelley shares insights on cross-municipal cooperation, 30-minute territories, and the integration of cycling with public transport and regional hubs. From city-to-city bike networks to revitalising smaller towns and villages, this conversation highlights how cycling can help shape more connected, resilient, and inclusive regions. Learn more about the Dutch Cycling Embassy: https://dutchcycling.nl Learn more about econnecting:  https://urbact.eu/networks/econnecting #urbanism #mobility #URBACT #SmartCity #Cycling #SustainableMobility

  6. 11/28/2025

    econnecting #8: Bike to Work and Faenza's econnecting Journey

    In this episode, we sit down with Nadia Carboni, Head of Economic Development and Smart City of the Unione della Romagna Faentina in Italy. Nadia shares the story behind one of the region’s most celebrated initiatives: Bike to Work—a program that has successfully encouraged large numbers of residents to choose the bicycle over the car for their daily commute. We explore why Bike to Work became such a powerful mobiliser, how it shifted mobility habits, and what it teaches us about designing policies that actually work for people. Nadia also reflects on the econnecting journey, emphasising the crucial role of testing actions, experimenting in real contexts, and learning directly from communities. If you're curious about smart-city strategies, behaviour change, and practical approaches to sustainable mobility, this episode offers inspiring insights from one of Italy’s standout examples. Learn more about the Bike-to-Work program: https://urbact.eu/good-practices/bike-work Learn more about econnecting: https://urbact.eu/networks/econnecting #urbanism #mobility #URBACT #SmartCity #Cycling #SustainableMobility

  7. 10/04/2025

    econnecting #7: The 30-minutes Territories Explained - an Integrated Regional Approach for Urban-Rural Linkages

    In this episode, we’re joined by Catherine Gall, Executive Director of the ETI Research Laboratory (Entrepreneurship, Territory, Innovation) at the Sorbonne, founded by Professors Carlos Moreno, Didier Chabaud, and Florent Pratlong. The ETI Lab is known for challenging traditional urban planning models and exploring innovative approaches to city and regional development. We discuss the concept of 30-minute Territories as an integrated regional development strategy, what it takes to meet the needs of people living outside major urban centers, and how to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world challenges. We also dive into the increasingly debated 15-minute city model—exploring why, despite its popularity, it has sparked controversy and doesn’t resonate with everyone. More infos about Catherine Galls work: https://chaire-eti.org/en/ Find out more about econnecting: https://urbact.eu/networks/econnecting #urbanism #mobility #URBACT

  8. 07/10/2025

    San José entre Memoria y Futuro: Revitalización del Centro Histórico

    En este episodio del podcast, exploramos el presente y futuro del Centro Histórico de San José, Costa Rica, a través de una conversación con Andrea Terán, directora de la Fundación Yamuni Tabush, organización que impulsa proyectos sociales y urbanos en el corazón de la ciudad. Hablamos sobre la evolución del centro, sus momentos de esplendor, y cómo con el paso del tiempo fue perdiendo vitalidad. Andrea comparte una mirada crítica y comprometida sobre los desafíos actuales del casco histórico, como el abandono habitacional, la fragmentación social y la pérdida de vida urbana. También reflexionamos sobre las oportunidades que existen para repensar el centro como un lugar habitable, caminable y seguro, que recupere su rol como espacio de encuentro. El episodio recorre temas como la activación del espacio público, la importancia del tejido social, el potencial de repoblamiento del centro, y las experiencias impulsadas por la Fundación para integrar a poblaciones mayores, proyectos culturales y propuestas de renovación urbana desde lo local. Una conversación que conecta la memoria urbana con las posibilidades reales de transformación. Host: Nicolas Kersting, Superwien

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This podcast explores the innovative urban projects and design initiatives led by superwien, an interdisciplinary studio focused on urban planning, architecture, and design. This podcast delves into various global projects, offering insights into contemporary urban issues, sustainable design practices, and creative approaches to shaping cities. With a focus on real-world solutions, it discusses the intersection of architecture, urbanism, mobility, social change, and the built environment. Get to know about superwien at www. superwien.com Music by Ricardo Wheelock #bettercities

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    superwien | architecture | urbanism
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    2024 - 2026
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