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Urban Connections

Urban Connections

Written by: MacEwan Media Production
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 Urban Connections showcases expert opinions on the urban environment and how it impacts people's wellbeing. This podcast will further your education in urban wellness and many other areas. This show is produced by MacEwan University students in the Department of Communication for the Research Institute of Urban Wellness at MacEwan University.MacEwan Media Production Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Policy and Its Impact on Healthy Residents

    Policy and Its Impact on Healthy Residents
    Nov 27 2024

    In this episode, your host, David Falk, is joined by Dr. Brendan Boyd, a professor of political science at MacEwan University. Together they discuss all things urban wellness. Stretching the gambit from cross jurisdictional policy, carbon taxes and the role of public servants in contributing to healthy residents of the urban environment.
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    18 mins
  • Dr. Marielle Papin on Transnational Municipal Network

    Dr. Marielle Papin on Transnational Municipal Network
    Nov 20 2024

    Today, we will interview Dr. Marielle Papin, a political science scholar who has focused on transnational municipal networks and how urban wellness and climate initiatives are interconnected. In today’s episode, we dive into transnational municipal networks and what they can do for the City of Edmonton. We also discuss the interrelation between urban wellness issues and how their complex nature requires careful thought and consideration.
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    20 mins
  • Spaces and Places with Dr. Jennifer Long

    Spaces and Places with Dr. Jennifer Long
    Nov 13 2024

    On today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Jennifer Long, a cultural anthropologist and assistant professor at MacEwan University, whose work focuses on urban wellness and building community belonging in Edmonton. She joins us to discuss the importance of having a safe space and defines well-being from an anthropological lens in relation to the Edmonton area. Follow the podcast for more conversations surrounding urban wellness.
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    17 mins
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