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01:02:58

Prof. David Unwin: Geospatial Origins: Geography...

Geomob ·

2026/04/06

Professor David Unwin reflects on how GIS grew from niche quantitative geography into a major field thanks to advances in computing, data, and education in the 1980s–90s. He highlights his own accidental career path, early teaching innovations, and the rise of online learning. He ends by questioning modern AI’s reliability and stressing the continued importance of good geographic thinking. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more

00:27:55

Ben Abelshausen: Geomob Belgium and the Bike Data...

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2026/03/30

Ed speaks with Ben Abelshausen about the progress of Geomob Belgium and the Bike Data Project. They discuss the challenges and successes of organizing events in Belgium, the importance of collecting cycling data to empower cyclists, and the need for better data privacy measures. Ben shares insights into the project's origins, goals, and the necessity for community involvement to create a sustainable and effective data collection system for urban

00:27:55

Ben Abelshausen: Geomob Belgium and the Bike Data...

Geomob ·

2026/03/30

00:48:42

Jeremy/Steven: Geospatial Origins (1)

Geomob ·

2026/03/23

Discover the fascinating journey of the geospatial industry over the past 25 years through an insightful conversation between Jeremy Morley and Stephen Feldman. They explore technological shifts, industry challenges, community building, and the impact of open source and AI on geospatial data. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

00:48:42

Jeremy/Steven: Geospatial Origins (1)

Geomob ·

2026/03/23

00:26:02

Keiko Nomura: viewtif, A Tool for Visualizing...

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2026/03/16

In this episode of the Geomob podcast, Alastair speaks with Keiko Nomura, a research scientist at NASA Ames Research Center, about her software tool, viewtif. The conversation explores Keiko's background in remote sensing, the motivation behind creating the software, its functionalities, and the community's response to its release. Keiko discusses the challenges of visualizing geospatial data and how the tool aims to simplify the process for users. The

00:26:02

Keiko Nomura: viewtif, A Tool for Visualizing...

Geomob ·

2026/03/16

00:37:09

Ed/Steven: Geomob Berlin summary, vibe coding and more

Geomob ·

2026/03/09

Ed and Steven discuss vibe coding, building custom tools with AI, WordPress site management, recent OpenCage updates, and highlights from the Feb 25th Geomob Berlin including innovative projects and historical mapping. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

00:37:09

Ed/Steven: Geomob Berlin summary, vibe coding and more

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2026/03/09

00:34:28

Rhiannon Price and Bill Greer: The Common Space...

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2026/03/02

This episode features Rhiannon Price and Bill Greer discussing the innovative Common Space initiative, aimed at democratizing access to high-resolution satellite imagery. They explore the challenges of data access, licensing, and governance in geospatial technology, and how their project seeks to address these issues to benefit humanitarian, environmental, and community efforts. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob

00:39:30

Dennis Bauszus: UK bidding for FOSS4G27

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2026/02/23

This week, Steven and Dennis Bauszus, principal software engineer at Geolytix, discuss the UK’s bid to host FOSS4G 2027 in Bristol and the significant work required to deliver the global open geospatial conference. With their letter of intent submitted and a full proposal due in March, the team must outline detailed plans covering finances, programming, hybrid streaming, accessibility, diversity, and logistics for an 800-person, multi-track event. They

00:39:30

Dennis Bauszus: UK bidding for FOSS4G27

Geomob ·

2026/02/23

00:34:34

Jeremy Morley: Introducing Geospatial origins

Geomob ·

2026/02/16

Ed welcomes Jeremy Morley as the new co-host of the Geomob podcast. They discuss Jeremy's extensive background in geospatial sciences, including his academic journey and experiences in remote sensing and Earth observation. The conversation explores the evolution of geospatial technology, the impact of community mapping through OpenStreetMap, and the challenges of data quality. Jeremy shares insights from his time at Ordnance Survey and the importance of

00:34:34

Jeremy Morley: Introducing Geospatial origins

Geomob ·

2026/02/16

00:30:20

Katy Whitaker: Historic England Aerial Mapper

Geomob ·

2026/02/09

In this episode of the GeoMob podcast, Dr. Katy Whitaker discusses the role of aerial imagery in archaeology, and in particular the work of Historic England. With over six million aerial photographs in their archive, Historic England utilizes aerial surveys to map archaeological features across the UK. The conversation covers the importance of maintaining these archives, the challenges of accuracy in aerial photography, and the innovative tools like the

00:30:20

Katy Whitaker: Historic England Aerial Mapper

Geomob ·

2026/02/09

00:23:47

Ed and Steven: A strong start to 2026

Geomob ·

2026/02/02

Ed and Steven discuss the recent Geomob London event, highlighting its success and the packed attendance. They delve into the various talks presented, focusing on themes such as the challenges and innovations in the geospatial industry, the importance of leadership skills, and the need for new technologies to manage the increasing volume of data. The conversation also touches on community engagement through projects and the recognition of emerging talent

00:23:47

Ed and Steven: A strong start to 2026

Geomob ·

2026/02/02

00:29:34

Anton Wenemoser shares the journey of CoMaps

Geomob ·

2026/01/26

Ed interviews Anton Wenemoser about CoMaps, an open-source mapping application. Anton shares the journey of CoMaps, its split from Organic Maps, and its focus on user-friendly, offline mapping using OpenStreetMap data. They discuss the challenges and goals of CoMaps, including its community-driven approach and the importance of critical mass for OpenStreetMap contributions. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob

00:44:40

Sheikh Fakhar Khalid: Sensat and AI

Geomob ·

2026/01/19

In this episode, Khalid, the Chief Scientist at Sensat, discusses the evolution of the company from a data-collection organisation to a software company focused on creating visual digital twins for the infrastructure industry. He explains the concept of digital twins, the role of Sensat Labs in fostering innovation, and the challenges of technology adoption in the industry. Khalid also shares insights on the skills needed for success at Sensat,

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