Follow the Data Podcast
1) 147. Protecting 30% of the World's Land and Ocean by 2030
Currently, only 17% of the worldâs land and 8% of its ocean are protected. Without government action and commitment to protect the natural world, our most vital natural systems are at risk of collapsi...Show More
2) 146. Celebrating The Gates in Central Park and the Power of Public Art
20 years ago, the late Christo and Jeanne-Claude transformed Central Park with The Gates, a temporary public art installation featuring 7,503 saffron-colored gates adorned with free-flowing fabric. Af...Show More
3) 145. In Defense of Democracy
Around the world, public leaders are confronting a growing distrust in government. In these divided times, a mayorâs work becomes increasingly important. As the governing body closest to their reside...Show More
4) 144. A Home for Arts and Culture in Lower Manhattan
Last year, the Perelman Performing Arts Center opened in New York City - the last major piece in the rebuilding of the World Trade Center site. Its opening marks a new chapter in the story of Lower Ma...Show More
5) 143. A New Frontier for Local Government: Generative AI
Generative artificial intelligence has the potential to transform local government. Thatâs why city officials everywhere are working to harness its promiseâfrom redesigning infrastructure to reimagini...Show More
6) 142. Using Data to Tackle Air Pollution
Air pollution is now the second leading risk of death worldwide, accounting for 8.1 million deaths globally in 2021. As the worldâs urban population grows, it is critical for policymakers and citizen...Show More
7) 141. The Invisible Shield that Protects Us
From vaccines to seat belts, public health measures have significantly impacted our lifespans and quality of life for decades. And yet, the work itself is often underfunded, undervalued, and misunder...Show More
8) 140. Tackling Air Pollution in Poland
Poland has some of the most toxic air in all of Europe, with 23 of the 50 most polluted cities in the European Union located in the country. Much of this air pollution comes from common household boi...Show More
9) 139. Driving Urban Innovation in Cities Around the World
Solutions to many of the greatest challenges we face depend on the progress of cities. Local leaders are uniquely positioned to bring about real change that has tangible impact for residents, but oft...Show More
10) 138. Tackling the Tobacco Industry Around the World
Tobacco use is the worldâs leading cause of preventable death. Since the mid-20th century, the tobacco industry has used deliberate marketing tactics to confuse the public about tobaccoâs harmful eff...Show More