Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast

Welcome to Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast! Join us as we explore the forefront of urban innovation with "Smart in the City," brought to you by BABLE Smart Cities. Our podcast delves into the intricate world of Smart Cities, where technology, sustainability, and community converge to redefine urban living. 🎙️ Why Listen? - Insightful Conversations: Hear from the brightest minds in urban development, including city planners, technology innovators, and policymakers. - Practical Wisdom: Gain actionable insights on fostering smart, sustainable growth within urban areas. - Innovative Solutions: Learn about cutting-edge tools and initiatives helping cities across Europe stride towards becoming climate-neutral by 2050. 🎧 Who Should Listen? - City Practitioners and policymakers looking for inspiration and proven strategies to implement in their own cities. - B2G Business Developers seeking to understand the evolving landscape of urban tech opportunities. - Anyone passionate about the future of urban living, sustainability, and innovation. You can find all of our episodes on the BABLE Knowledge Hub: https://lnkd.in/ec2wZZMm 🔔 And you can also listen to Smart in the City on all your favourite listening apps. Make sure to subscribe to not miss any episode! #SmartCities #UrbanInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #BABLEPodcast #Technology #CommunityBuilding #FutureCities

How can cities transform into Smart Cities while driving innovation and ensuring inclusion? 🎧 Kick off 2025 with Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast! Our first episode of the year features Mayor Richard Irvin and Chief Information Officer Michael Pegues from City of Aurora, Illinois. Discover how Aurora is embracing technology and innovation to improve safety, education, and economic growth while fostering inclusivity and sustainability. We’ll dive into the city’s groundbreaking "Internet for All" initiative, its ambitious net-zero emissions transportation plans, and the visionary leadership shaping its future as one of the smartest cities in America. 🔔 Start your year inspired! Subscribe and turn on notifications on your favorite podcast platform to catch the episode when it drops. #SmartCity #UrbanInnovation #DigitalInclusion #Sustainability #CityManagement #BroadbandForAll #SmartGovernance

Happy New Year to all of our Smart in the City listeners! 🎉 As we bid farewell to 2024 and step into a brand new year, the Smart in the City team wishes you a year filled with boundless possibilities, innovation, and transformative developments in urban living! 🌟 Thank you for being a part of our community, supporting the podcast, and sharing your passion for creating smarter, more sustainable cities. Your enthusiasm fuels our commitment to exploring the latest advancements in urban development. 🎙️ Get ready for an exciting 2025 with a lineup of captivating episodes, insightful interviews, and in-depth explorations of Smart City solutions. In the meantime, take a moment to reflect on the accomplishments of the past year and embrace the opportunities that the new year brings. Here's to a year of collaboration, innovation, and positive impact on our urban landscapes! Wishing you a Happy New Year filled with prosperity, joy, and success. Let's continue to shape the future of Smart Cities together! 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications to stay updated on our upcoming episodes! #SmartintheCity #HappyNewYear #UrbanInnovation #Sustainability #UrbanLife #SmartCities #2025 #UrbanPlanning

Just a quick reminder as we usher in the new year: Smart in the City is currently on a winter break ⛄ During this break, there won't be any new podcast episodes released until January 8, 2025. When we return, anticipate engaging discussions with key players in the industry, thought-provoking insights on emerging trends, and stories of cities pioneering cutting-edge solutions. 🎧 In the meantime, we encourage you to catch up on any episodes you might have missed, and we invite you to explore the rich library of content available on our platform: https://lnkd.in/dnA3JSmx Wishing you a fantastic start to the year, filled with inspiration, innovation, and the promise of smarter cities. See you on January 8th! 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on your preferred listening platform to ensure you're the first to know when our winter break hibernation ends! #smartinthecity #podcast #winterbreak #innovation #sustainability #urbanlife #technology #smartcities #resilience #climatechange #netzero #holidayseason #urbanplanning

We’ve wrapped up 2024, and Sunderland takes the top spot! 🏆 Our episode featuring Liz St Louis, Director of Smart Cities and Enabling Services at Sunderland City Council, has been crowned the #1 episode in our Spotify Wrapped 2024! This episode struck a chord with listeners worldwide as Liz shared how Sunderland is leveraging cutting-edge technology to transform into a smart city. From autonomous vehicles to free public Wi-Fi and bridging the digital divide, Sunderland’s story inspires cities everywhere to drive innovation and inclusion. 🎧 Missed the episode? Listen now and find out why it’s a fan favourite: https://lnkd.in/e_c6j7-B A huge thank you to all our listeners for tuning in, sharing, and supporting Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast this year. Here’s to more inspiring conversations in 2025! 🥂 #SpotifyWrapped #SmartCities #UrbanInnovation #DigitalInclusion #Sunderland #BABLEPodcast #AutonomousTech #CityLeadership #SmartInTheCity

Happy Holidays from the Smart in the City Team! 🎄 This holiday season, let's celebrate the power of innovation, sustainability, and the shared vision for smarter, more connected urban spaces. Whether you're celebrating Christmas or any other festive tradition, we hope this season brings you warmth, happiness, and moments of connection with loved ones. Thank you for being a part of our community and your ongoing support. As we look forward to the promise of a new year, may the festive cheer usher in a season of hope, inspiration, and positive change. 🔔 And don't forget to subscribe and turn on your notifications on your favourite listening platform to ensure you don't miss any Smart in the City episodes! #SmartintheCity #Podcast #UrbanInnovation #UrbanLife #SmartCity #MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays

Winter Break Announcement ❄️ As winter blankets the cityscape, Smart in the City is taking a brief hiatus to cosy up by the fire, recharge, and prepare for an exciting new year of insightful conversations. During this winter break, there won't be any new podcast episodes released until January 8, 2025. Fear not, though! We're already hard at work behind the scenes, curating content that delves into the latest developments in Smart Cities. When we return, anticipate engaging discussions with key players in the industry, thought-provoking insights on emerging trends, and stories of cities pioneering cutting-edge solutions. 🎧 In the meantime, we encourage you to catch up on any episodes you might have missed, and we invite you to explore the rich library of content available on our platform: https://lnkd.in/dnA3JSmx We wish you all a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, laughter, and unforgettable moments. See you on January 8th! 🗓️ 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on your preferred listening platform to ensure you're the first to know when our winter break hibernation ends! #smartinthecity #podcast #winterbreak #innovation #sustainability #urbanlife #technology #smartcities #resilience #climatechange #netzero #holidayseason #urbanplanning

A new Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast episode is out: "#103 Smart Tourism: Innovations for Smarter Destinations at TIS 2024" 🎧 https://lnkd.in/eiJuZ6GW In this special episode recorded live at the TIS - Tourism Innovation Summit 2024, we explore how smart technologies and innovative solutions are reshaping tourism for cities and regions worldwide. We interviewed experts shaping the future of tourism and urban innovation: - Misa Labarile, PhD, Policy Officer, European Commission - Daniel Martínez Junquera, General Manager, Gijón Impulsa (Promoción Empresarial y Turística de Gijón, S.A.), Spain - Virginia Borges, General Director for Tourism and Regional Promotion, La Rioja Turismo, Spain - Miguel Angel Martin Rodriguez, Innovation Manager, Smart City Cluster, Spain - Sérgio Lopes, Advisor for Innovation and Technology and Smart Cities Project Manager, Famalicão, Portugal - Dr. Nina Nesterova, Professor of Sustainable Tourism, Tourism | Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands Together, they explore themes such as: - Sustainability and Smart Tech: How cities like Valencia measure carbon footprints and shift tourist behaviour. - The Power of Data: From AI-driven analytics to gathering actionable insights for tourism management. - AR, VR, and Smart Destinations: Balancing virtual innovation with authentic, human experiences. - Funding Challenges: Public-private cooperation and addressing capacity gaps for smaller municipalities. - Citizen Quality of Life: Creating harmony between tourists and local residents while preserving cultural heritage. This episode dives into the real-world applications of innovation to create smarter, greener, and more inclusive destinations. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications to stay updated on all episodes! #SmartTourism #TIS2024 #UrbanInnovation #SustainableTravel #SmartCities #SmartDestinations #UrbanDevelopment #TourismTech #InclusiveTourism #FutureOfTravel

#TBT to Our Smart City Podcast Tour Across Baden-Württemberg! 🚀 How does collaboration drive smarter cities? Our Smart im Ländle podcast series, conducted entirely in German, brought us face-to-face with inspiring urban innovators across Baden-Württemberg. In Stuttgart, Thomas Bönig and Sandra Baumholz shared how their Digital Moves strategy is uniting departments for a shared digital vision. Over in Stadt Karlsruhe, Carolin Engel and Markus Losert highlighted their innovative Digital Office, a model that seamlessly integrates IT and Smart City projects into daily governance. Heilbronn stood out as a “knowledge city,” with Isabel Steidel and Andreas Ringle showcasing AI-driven initiatives and green redevelopment projects, including the Neckar promenade. Meanwhile, Philipp Linde in Stadt Pforzheim revealed how breaking down data silos helps maximise existing tools for efficiency. In Ulm, Sabine Meigel and Damian Wagner-Herold impressed us with their strides in digital transformation, proving that even mid-sized cities can lead the way. This was more than just a series—it was a celebration of action, creativity, and co-creation. Missed it? 🎧 Catch all episodes here: https://lnkd.in/davM_276. #DigitalTransformation #UrbanDevelopment #SustainableCities #PodcastSeries #KnowledgeCity #SmartCity

Missed our latest episode? 🎧 https://lnkd.in/gY5zbXFN Episode #102 features Oleg Polovynko, Adviser to the Mayor of Kyiv on Digitalisation, sharing his insights on how Kyiv has leveraged digital tools to empower citizens and enhance urban resilience. 💬 "In moments of challenge, if you deeply focus on what your user needs, you can create solutions that truly unite and empower communities." This episode explores the evolution of the award-winning Kyiv Digital App, the global potential of MISTO.Tech, and the lessons Kyiv’s experiences offer to other cities facing their own unique challenges. Tune in to hear how technology can transform urban life, even in the face of extraordinary adversity. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications on your favourite listening platform to stay updated with all episodes! #UrbanResilience #DigitalTransformation #SmartCities #CitizenEngagement #UrbanInnovation #CityLeadership #CommunityBuilding #KyivDigital #SmartInTheCity