Mobycon Podcast

Shining a light on Dutch mobility solutions

Mobycon Academy: Spotlight Sessions

Welcome to Mobycon Academy Spotlight Sessions, where overlooked but crucial topics in urban planning and mobility come to light. Each episode dives into subjects you might not expect but are essential for shaping safer and more sustainable communities.

Spotlighting the “Unseen Heroes” of the Dutch Transportation System

In this series, we will discuss the unseen heroes of the Dutch transportation system. From the details of bricks and pavers to the challenges of designing for hot climates, we explore a range of topics that often go unnoticed. Each week a new episode drops.

Our international team, with voices from the Netherlands, Canada, the USA, and Germany, brings diverse perspectives to the conversation.

Whether you’re tuning in on your commute or listening at your desk, we hope these discussions will spark curiosity and inspire new ways of thinking. Join us on this journey and enjoy the experience! 

This is our very first podcast series, something new for us, but we’re excited to take this step and share it with you.

Spotlight Sessions:

Roundabout Design

Senior Mobility Consultant, Matt Pinder and International Strategy Manager, Lennart Nout discuss Dutch-style Roundabout Design and its feasibility outside of The Netherlands.

Street Trees

Mobility Advisor, Brett Petzer and International Strategy Manager, Lennart Nout discuss the design implications of Street Trees and if they can be implemented outside of Dutch streets.

Dutch Cycling Culture

International Strategy Manager, Lennart Nout, Sustainable Mobility Consultant, Anna Wyner and Intern, Claire Hargrove debate ‘Dutch Cycling Culture’ and its ability to be replicated elsewhere.

Bricks & Pavers

https://youtu.be/AztXSPHg3CE
Senior Integrated Mobility Consultant, Nick Falbo and International Strategy Manager, Lennart Nout discuss Bricks and Pavers. Listen to find out what they are, how they are used, and whether or not they are needed outside of The Netherlands!

Bike Access

https://youtu.be/NYSzjyEFrMc
International Strategy Manager, Lennart Nout and Intern, Claire Hargrove talk about bike access- bike sharing, memberships, & subscriptions. Listen to hear more about where these programs exist, and whether or not we need them internationally.

Continuous Sidewalks

https://youtu.be/RmSxwF_EQxc
International Strategy Manager Lennart Nout and Senior Mobility Consultant Matt Pinder explore continuous sidewalks and their impact on urban mobility. Listen to learn more about how this design is promoting walkability in cities worldwide.

Cargo Bikes

https://youtu.be/OAUJQZTI1wU?si=T4KldmvRcHknLYMx
Marketing Advisor Anna Luten and International Strategy Manager Lennart Nout dive into the growing impact of cargo bikes on sustainable cities. Listen to hear more about how this bike variation can transform logistics, family life, and the environment.

One-Way Streets

Sustainable Mobility Consultant, Robin van der Griend and International Strategy Manager, Lennart Nout discuss the benefits of one way streets. Listen to learn about their function and how they are really only one way for motor vehicles!

Turning Right on Red

Mobility Intern Ronan Pangrazzi and International Strategy Manager Lennart Nout explore the concept of turning right on red and its implications for urban mobility and safety. Listen to hear about how this traffic rule is applied in the Netherlands and beyond.

Curbs

Senior Mobility Consultant Nick Falbo and International Strategy Manager Lennart Nout discuss curbs and their critical role in urban mobility and infrastructure. Listen to hear how they influence street function, safety, and balance road users.

Bike Parking

Marketing Intern Grace Bonn and International Strategy Manager Lennart Nout explore the crucial role of bike parking in promoting cycling. Listen to hear about the importance of well-designed and accessible bike parking that encourages cycling!

Potholes

Mobility Advisor Babet Hendriks and International Strategy Manager Lennart Nout discuss the cycling through potholes in urban environments. Listen to hear about how road conditions impact cyclists, but also that riding through potholes brings joy!

Shark’s Teeth

Sustainable Mobility Consultant, Robin van der Griend and International Strategy Manager, Lennart Nout discuss Shark’s Teeth, and the importance of this small but significant aspect of Dutch intersection design that determines which road users have priority.

Wayfinding

Mobility Advisor, Brett Petzer and International Strategy Manager, Lennart Nout explore the wayfinding systems in the Netherlands and how they contribute to seamless urban mobility. Listen to learn how wayfinding can improve urban mobility, the benefits, and why it is so important. 

OV-Fiets

https://youtu.be/3t5nRAr_c0A
International Strategy Manager Lennart Nout and Senior Mobility Consultant Matt Pinder discuss OV-Fiets. These bikes allow people in The Netherlands to travel from train stations at a low price. Listen to learn why they are important, and if these could be a reality in other places.

School Commutes

Marketing Advisor Anna Luten and International Strategy Manager Lennart Nout dive into school commutes. Listen to learn how infrastructure, community engagement, and educational programs can make cycling to school safer and more enjoyable for young people.

‘Standard’ Dutch Bicycle

Angela van der Kloof and Lennart Nout explore the characteristics and importance of the standard bicycle in the Netherlands. Listen to learn how this everyday two-wheeler has become an essential part of Dutch culture and mobility, and what makes it so functional and widely used.

School Cycling Lessons

Lennart Nout, Anna Wyner, & Annelot van Mourik discuss the importance of bicycle education in schools. Listen as they explore how early cycling experiences contribute to lifelong mobility skills and help build a culture of independent, safe travel for children.

Street Trees & Parking

Senior Mobility Consultant Nick Falbo and International Strategy Manager Lennart Nout discuss parking bays and street trees. Listen to understand how they influence the quality, function, and experience of urban streets.

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