Ep 35.5: The Future Forward Cities Book (Special Episode)

cities, urban planning, community engagement, creativity, book writing, sustainable communities, poetry, storytelling, expertise, curiosity

summary

In this conversation, Seyi and Reza discuss their upcoming book about cities, inspired by the lack of existing literature that resonates with their vision. They emphasize a unique approach that combines storytelling, poetry, and community engagement, aiming to create a book that challenges conventional formats and encourages readers to think differently about urban living. The discussion also touches on the importance of maintaining curiosity and involving their audience in the writing process.

takeaways

• The book aims to explore what people want from their cities.
• Inspiration for the book came from a quote by Toni Morrison.
• The authors want to include poetry and imagery in the book.
• They aim to create a non-traditional nonfiction book.
• Community engagement is a key aspect of their writing process.
• Feedback from listeners has shaped the book's content.
• The authors emphasize the importance of curiosity in their work.
• They want to challenge the formulaic nature of many books.
• The book will include stories, poetry, and photography.
• The authors are excited about the collaborative journey with their audience.

titles

• Reimagining Urban Spaces: A New Book Journey
• Crafting Cities: A Unique Literary Approach

Sound Bites

• "We want it to be different."
• "We lead with curiosity."
• "We have so much fun."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to the Book Concept

03:03
Inspiration and Unique Approach

05:41
Community Involvement and Feedback

10:52
Expertise and Curiosity in Urban Planning