A Matter of Place
A Matter of Place with Jeff Siegler is an exploration of the places we shape, and how in turn, those places shape us. The built environment has a tremendous impact on the lives we lead and people's overall health and well-being. It's a topic that receives far too little attention considering the outsize impact our surroundings have on our lives. Episodes will alternate between Jeff's experiences working in the Place Industry and interviews with those people dedicated to improving the conditions of our built environment.
Podcasting since 2023 • 11 episodes
A Matter of Place
Latest Episodes
Scarred Landscapes
In this episode, I revisit a blog post I wrote about my visit to Front Royal, Virginia, where I was captivated by the stunning natural landscapes and the charming downtown area. However, I was struck by the stark contrast between these beautifu...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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8:58
Place Politics with Ryan Short
In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Short of Civic Brand to explore the challenges of community revitalization and placemaking. We dive into why this work can be so tough, especially when politics and preconceived ideas get in the way. We bre...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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51:02
Sell Local
Discover why genuine community connection triumphs over flashy tourism campaigns in my latest podcast episode. Join me as I dive into the concept of "sell-local" marketing with insights from Phil Eich of Storyville Social. Learn how Saginaw Riv...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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7:09
The American Mind Cannot Conceive with Ann Sussman
In this episode, I interview Ann Sussman, an architecture professor, cognitive researcher, and author, who sheds light on how car-centric urban environments are negatively impacting our health. Ann explains that such designs promote isolation, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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50:08
Buildings Before Businesses
In this episode, let's get real about urban development and give credit where it's due: building owners. It is important to understand why managing a building is no walk in the park – it's basically running a business. We also need to talk abou...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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