Louisville mayoral candidate, Tim Findley, Jr., joins this weeks episode of BTC. He discusses his policy platform, including universal pre-k, police reform, and promoting growth of small business and black business in Louisville, among other major issues. (Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Executive Director of the Coalition for the Homeless as well as Co-Chair of the Kentucky Interagency Council on Homelessness, Natalie Harris, joins this weeks episode of BTC. She discusses the state of houselessness in Louisville and across the country as well as explaining the various types of houselessness and the possible solutions for those in need.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Mayor of Carmel, Indiana and the trustee and co-chair of the Energy Independence and Climate Protection Task Force for the U.S. Conference of Mayors, Jim Brainard, joins this weeks episode of BTC. He discusses how Carmel became a model for roundabouts and rotaries in America, as well as the importance of road design for fighting climate change.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Chairman and Managing Director of Blue Equity LLC, Jonathan Blue, joins this weeks episode of BTC. He discusses the state of late stage private equity within Kentucky and the region, as well as how cities are looking to attract talent and businesses.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Tenured professor at the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law, Ariana Levinson, joins this week’s episode of BTC. She discusses union policies, the unionization of cooperatives, and the 490 Project.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Co-authors of "Curbing Traffic - The Human Case for Fewer Cars in our Lives," Melissa and Chris Bruntlett, join this week’s episode of BTC. As a follow-up to their first book "Building The Cycling City - The Dutch Blueprint for Urban Vitality" wherein the Bruntletts describe HOW higher priority for pedestrians is implemented, the Bruntletts discussed with us WHY cycling policies are so important to children, accessibility, feminism, and a litany of other topics.
The book discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
President and CEO of the Louisville Healthcare CEO Council, Tammy York Day, joins this week’s episode of BTC. She discusses the creation and role of the LHCC in healthcare and the city as well as LHCC's impact on health equity, technology, and city policy.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
In this week's episode of BTC Luke and Andrew provide an in-depth review of the policies discussed in season 2 and how those policies intertwine, as well as the podcast evolution and goals for future seasons.
President of the Bourbon Women Association and content editor for American Whiskey Magazine, Maggie Kimberl, joins this week’s episode of BTC. She discusses women in bourbon, the growth of the bourbon industry over the last decade, and the impact of the bourbon trail on Kentucky's economy.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Former State Auditor and founder of Edelen Ventures and Edelen Renewables, Adam Edelen, joins this week’s episode of BTC. He discusses the state of green energy in Kentucky, and the slate of investments he is making around the state in an attempt to grow green jobs and aid in the transition away from fossil fuels.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Executive Director of Research Development and Strategic Initiatives at the University of Louisville as well as the Chairman of the Board of the Louisville Entrepreneurship Acceleration Programs (LEAP), Will Metcalf, joins this week's episode of BTC. He discusses the growing start-up community in Louisville, particularly the healthcare space, as well as the search for funding and the role the University of Louisville plays in innovation as a research institute.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Associate Professor of Environmental Medicine at the University of Louisville and former Chief Innovation Officer with Metro Louisville, Dr. Ted Smith, joins this week's episode of BTC. He discusses the importance of zip codes and green space versus genetics in public health outcomes. In particular he talks about the unparalleled study examining the impact of green space on physical health called Green Heart Louisville.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Co-host of Louisville talk shows the Tony and Dwight show and the Afternoon Underdogs, and former Rock n' Roll DJ, Tony Vanetti, joins this week's episode of BTC. He discusses the importance and relevance of local radio during conglomeration by national companies, how to bridge the gap between political and urban v. rural divides, and the future of music venues in a post-COVID world.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Co-founders and co-CEOs of Dispatches Europe and co-founders of the former Insider Louisville, Terry and Cheryl Boyd, join this week's episode of BTC. They discuss deep tech, connecting international cities, and remote work.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
Movie and music producer as well as a self-described community builder, Gill Holland, joins this week's episode of BTC. Gill discusses his work in developing neighborhoods through the private sector and what cities could do to aid in creating growth and equity. He also delves into his work making independent movies and music which lead to his success at the Sundance Film Festival.
The white paper discussed in this episode can be found here.
(Note, nothing in this episode should be construed as legal advice.)
