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Geomob

Ed Freyfogle

Geoinnovation - for fun or profit

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00:24:54

Gregory Marler: State of the Map Europe 2025

Geomob ·

2025/07/20

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, Ed interviews Gregory Marler, a key member of the OpenStreetMap community an organizer of the State of the Map Europe conference (14-15 Nov 2025). They discuss the upcoming event in Dundee, Scotland, its logistics, audience engagement, and the importance of community participation in the geospatial field. Gregory shares insights on the conference format, proposal process, and the diverse audience it aims to attract,

00:39:02

Laura O'Brien/Lewis Rattray: Frontierra

Geomob ·

2025/07/14

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, host Alastair speaks with Laura O'Brien and Lewis Rattray from Frontierra, an environmental geospatial consultancy. They discuss the integration of satellite data into financial institutions to assess climate and nature risks. The conversation covers the role of geospatial data in decision-making, the importance of understanding nature-related risks, and the emerging applications of Earth observation data in finance

00:39:02

Laura O'Brien/Lewis Rattray: Frontierra

Geomob ·

2025/07/14

00:30:25

Jussi Aho: The “real” last mile

Geomob ·

2025/07/06

Ed chats with Jussi Aho, now a Senior Product Manager at UP42, but previously at HERE. Jussi recently wrote an article about his unique experience working undercover as a delivery rider to gain insights into last-mile delivery challenges. They discuss the geospatial aspects of routing, the emotional and physical challenges faced by riders, and the importance of understanding user experience in product management. Jussi shares valuable lessons learned from

00:30:25

Jussi Aho: The “real” last mile

Geomob ·

2025/07/06

00:33:38

Ed/Steven: BCN/LON summary

Geomob ·

2025/06/29

In this conversation, Ed and Steven recap recent Geomob events in Barcelona and London, discussing attendance challenges and the cultural differences affecting participation. They highlight innovative talks from various speakers, focusing on geospatial technology applications in education, delivery solutions, and safety mapping. The discussion also touches on new developments like India's DigiPin system, emphasizing the need for effective delivery

00:36:20

Jonas Sølvsteen/Henry Rodman: eoAPI

Geomob ·

2025/06/22

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, Alastair is joined by guests Henry Rodman and Jonas Sølvsteen to discuss the EO API, a new initiative from Development Seed aimed at improving access to geospatial data. They cover their backgrounds in geospatial technology before turning to the API, focusing on how it works and its intended purpose. They delve into the STAC specification, its importance for data cataloging, and the target audience for EO API. The

00:36:20

Jonas Sølvsteen/Henry Rodman: eoAPI

Geomob ·

2025/06/22

00:33:34

Luís de Sousa: Discrete Global Grid Systems

Geomob ·

2025/06/16

Ed interviews Luís de Sousa about Discrete Global Grid Systems (DGGS), a transformative technology in the field of GIS. Luis explains the concept of DGGS, its historical context, and its significance in providing a more regular and usable partition of the Earth's surface compared to traditional latitude and longitude systems. The conversation covers the evolution of DGGS, its applications in various fields, particularly in environmental monitoring and

00:33:34

Luís de Sousa: Discrete Global Grid Systems

Geomob ·

2025/06/16

00:27:05

Ed/Steven: BER summary / general updates

Geomob ·

2025/06/08

Ed and Steven discuss the recent Geomob Berlin event, highlighting its success and the innovative projects presented by various speakers. They also touch on upcoming events in London and Barcelona, and share updates on OpenCage's developments, including AI integration. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

00:27:05

Ed/Steven: BER summary / general updates

Geomob ·

2025/06/08

00:33:18

Phil Kershaw: EO Data Hub

Geomob ·

2025/06/01

In this episode of the Geomob Podcast, Philip Kershaw of CEDA (Centre for Environmental Data Analysis) discusses the Earth Observation Data Hub (EODH), a new initiative funded by the UK government aimed at improving access to environmental data. He explains the evolution of the JASMIN facility and the CEMS initiative, highlighting the importance of interoperability and user engagement in building the hub. Phil emphasises the need for collaboration with

00:37:08

Quintin Lake: The Perimeter

Geomob ·

2025/05/25

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, host Steven welcomes Quintin Lake, a renowned photographer who undertook an epic five-year journey walking the entire coastline of mainland Britain. Quintin shares insights about his experiences, the challenges he faced, and the inspiration behind his book, 'The Perimeter'. The conversation delves into the structure of the book, his favorite photographs, and the unique stories behind them, as well as the geographic

00:37:08

Quintin Lake: The Perimeter

Geomob ·

2025/05/25

00:35:32

Peter Rabley: The Open Geospatial Consortium

Geomob ·

2025/05/18

Ed chats with Peter Rabley, the CEO of the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC). They discuss Peter's journey into the geospatial field, the role and importance of OGC in promoting interoperability through open standards, and the challenges and opportunities in the rapidly evolving technological landscape. Peter reflects on his first year as CEO, emphasizing the commitment of members to open standards and the need for effective communication about the

00:34:38

Miguel Álvarez: A Cartographer’s Tale

Geomob ·

2025/05/11

Steven welcomes Miguel Álvarez, a cartographer and telecommunications engineer to discuss his website Mappas Milhaud and his blog, A Cartographer's Tale. He shares his journey into the world of maps and geography, starting from a young age with a passion for atlases, the creation of his map catalogue Mapas Milhaud, and the storytelling aspect of his writing in the Cartographer's Tale. The conversation delves into the evolution of time and its geographical

00:34:38

Miguel Álvarez: A Cartographer’s Tale

Geomob ·

2025/05/11

00:32:41

Olly Bartlett: Greening of Antarctica

Geomob ·

2025/05/04

Alastair welcomes Dr. Olly Bartlett to the Geomob podcast to discuss the trend of greening in Antarctica. Olly shares his journey into remote sensing and explains how the study of moss banks can reveal how these ecosystems have been affected over time. They explore the use of Google Earth Engine for research and the potential risks of invasive species in fragile ecosystems. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob

00:32:41

Olly Bartlett: Greening of Antarctica

Geomob ·

2025/05/04

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