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The Feminist Park Podcast – Un/Seen Spaces: Designing for Liberation!

The Feminist Park Podcast

Welcome to The Feminist Park Podcast! I"m Kwame, and this is Leilani. We"re launching a groundbreaking show from The Feminist Park Project by Husseim Stuck, revolutionizing access to academic research. We"ll dissect scientific papers on environmental justice, feminism, intersectionality, and anti-colonialism, making complex topics understandable. This podcast is also an AI-generated exploration into how AI can serve social good and academia, addressing the shocking reality that urban green spaces

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28. Urban Heat, Mental Health & 28. Climate...

The Feminist Park Podcast – Un/Seen Spaces: Designing... ·

2025/12/23

Urban heat is not just a weather issue, it is a mental health and justice issue. This episode traces how urban design, materials, and the erasure of nature create hostile microclimates that raise stress, anxiety, and risk for mental disorders, much like past environmental hazards such as poor sanitation or flooding once did. Inspired by 19th‑century public health design, the authors argue that extreme heat must be reframed as a human‑magnified disaster, demanding deliberate, climate‑sensitive

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00:52:26

27. Patriarchy in Design: A Feminist Critique of...

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2025/12/16

Description: This qualitative and interdisciplinary research offers a powerful feminist critique of public space design in Iran, with a specific focus on women-only parks developed post-1979 Islamic Revolution. We analyze how these spaces navigate, and often inadvertently perpetuate, gender segregation within an urban context.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Offers a crucial comparative perspective on single-gender spaces, prompting reflection on how the Feminist Park can create inclusive

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00:43:11

26. Green Spaces & Wellbeing: International Student...

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2025/12/09

Description: This paper investigates the nuanced relationship between urban green space interaction and the wellbeing of international students in Berlin during the initial COVID-19 lockdown. Employing a qualitative methodology, it offers a deep understanding of changes in daily routines and how green spaces became vital during an unprecedented time.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Underscores the importance of green spaces for mental wellbeing, particularly for transient or vulnerable

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00:41:54

25. The Paradox of Greening: Social Inclusivity in...

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2025/12/02

This episode examines the intriguing "paradox of greening" cities, asking whether such initiatives are truly socially inclusive for all residents. We dive into discussions on integrating green infrastructure and nature-based solutions within urban planning while critically considering the crucial element of social equity.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Challenges the project to be critically self-aware of potential social inequalities, urging the Feminist Park to be designed and managed in a

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00:35:05

24. Justice for Refugee Children: Accessing Green...

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2025/11/25

This episode investigates environmental justice in Berlin through the lens of refugee children's access to urban green spaces. By assessing perceived neighborhood distance, we highlight the unique challenges in providing safe, usable, and accessible green spaces for this specific and often vulnerable socioeconomic group.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Deepens the project's commitment to environmental justice and intersectionality. It emphasizes that the Feminist Park must be planned with the

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00:35:51

23. 🏠 Green Gentrification: A Longitudinal Analysis...

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2025/11/18

Is urban greening always beneficial for everyone? This episode presents a critical longitudinal and spatial analysis of green gentrification in Barcelona, specifically focusing on historically disenfranchised neighborhoods. We uncover evidence of how green spaces, while beneficial, can inadvertently contribute to gentrification around parks in old industrialized areas and historic city centers.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Warns against unintended consequences of green space development and

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22. 🌴 Ecosystems in the City: Mapping Services in...

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2025/11/09

Join us as we journey to the Barcelona Metropolitan Region to explore a study that defines, measures, and maps ecosystem services (ES) in an urban context. This episode outlines the quantification and mapping methods for various ES indicators, including crucial elements like crop and livestock production within the urban fabric.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Provides a framework for understanding and valuing the ecological services a Feminist Park can offer, highlighting its role not just as

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00:30:33

21. Men in Feminism: Moving Beyond Performative...

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2025/11/04

In this empowering episode, we break down why feminism isn’t a threat to masculinity but the ultimate way for men to level up—boosting confidence, relationships, and purpose. Grounded in Self-Determination Theory and research by Moser, Siegel & Wiley, we explore how men can integrate feminist values into their identity and live freely with autonomy, belonging, and competence. Listen to real strategies from pro-feminist leaders on becoming allies, challenging patriarchy, and embracing positive

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00:38:48

20. Real-World Inclusivity: Gender-Sensitive Park...

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2025/10/28

This episode offers concrete insights into the principles and successful implementation of gender-sensitive park design. Through the lens of specific examples like Einsiedlerpark and St. Johann Park, we learn how practical design choices can create more equitable and welcoming public green spaces.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Provides practical, real-world examples and inspiration for the Feminist Park's design and implementation, showcasing how gender-sensitive principles can be

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00:48:04

19. Beyond Binaries: Why Gender-Segregated Parks Fail...

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2025/10/21

What makes an urban park truly effective and beloved? This episode delves into the statistical analysis used to determine common factors in assessing the design principles of urban parks. We'll outline the optimal models and key coefficients that contribute to successful park design, from aesthetic appeal to functionality.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Provides technical insights into what makes urban parks successful from a design perspective, offering evidence-based criteria to ensure the

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00:39:27

18. Equality Dashboards: Measuring Gender-Inclusive...

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2025/10/14

This episode focuses on the critical importance of accessible, inclusive, and well-designed public spaces for overall safety and functionality, with a sharp focus on gender equality in planning and management. We discuss a proposed dashboard with indicators and a satisfaction survey – vital tools to promote and measure true gender equality in urban environments.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Provides practical tools and metrics for the Feminist Park to assess its impact on gender equality,

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00:34:09

17. Honoring Jane Goodall: Empathy and Ethical...

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2025/10/07

This week’s episode pays heartfelt tribute to the loving memory of Jane Goodall by exploring themes from the seminal book The Ten Trusts, co-authored by Goodall and Marc Bekoff. We delve into humanity’s profound connection with the animal kingdom, emphasizing shared emotions and cognitive abilities to foster empathy among all beings. This conversation aligns deeply with the Feminist Park’s vision of inclusive, caring public spaces rooted in intersectional justice and empathy for all life. The

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16. Gendered Urban Experiences: Control, Disorder &...

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2025/09/30

This episode delves into nuanced gendered experiences within urban spaces, exploring concepts such as the control of disorder and women's interactions in the metropolis. Drawing on various scholarly works, we illustrate how urban life is intricately shaped by gender, fear, and complex social dynamics.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Provides a deeper understanding of the gendered nuances of urban life that the Feminist Park aims to address, informing design choices that actively mitigate

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15. Man✋🏻 vs Bear 🐻?: Why women chose Bear over men -...

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2025/09/23

Man or bear? How gender affects experiences of natural environments with varying levels of vegetation density and different danger threats" by Bornioli & Gatersleben (2025) provides crucial empirical evidence about gendered experiences of safety in natural settings. The authors, Anna Bornioli and Birgitta Gatersleben, conducted three experiments with adults from Southeast England, inspired by the viral 2024 "Man or bear?" social media debate that highlighted women's preference for encountering a

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00:42:22

14.🚽 The Hidden Cost of "Going": How Public Toilets...

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2025/09/16

An often-overlooked necessity, public toilets reveal much about a city's inclusivity. This episode traces their complex historical development and outlines key concerns identified in scientific literature. We highlight the profound social, economic, and functional importance of these public spaces, often a barometer of urban equity.Episode 14 of The Feminist Park Podcast is here. We're flushing out the hidden history of public toilets and exposing how they are a barometer of urban equity. Drawing on

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00:45:24

13. Why Women in Cities Matter: From Insecurity to...

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2025/09/07

This powerful episode delves into the profound experiences of women in cities, examining how gender shapes urban insecurities and perpetuates social inequality in urban areas. Drawing on rich empirical findings, we illustrate varying experiences of fear, safety, and the essential 'rights to the city' that women claim and deserve.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Provides foundational context for the Feminist Park's existence, highlighting the systemic insecurities women face and underscoring the

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00:27:54

12. Pedaling Towards Equity: Increasing Women's...

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2025/08/31

This episode takes a spin on urban mobility, detailing a qualitative study designed to understand factors contributing to potential bike riders' behaviors and, specifically, how to increase women's participation in cycling. We delve into behavior change analysis to identify key levers for a more equitable two-wheeled city.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Encourages consideration of active transport links to the Feminist Park, understanding behavioral barriers for women in cycling and how

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00:38:05

11. The Gendered Commute: Unpacking Transport in the...

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2025/08/24

Have you ever considered how deeply gender shapes your commute? This episode explores the often-overlooked link between transport and the urban environment, illustrating how urban mobility experiences can fundamentally differ for women and men. We highlight why historical analyses of "gendering the city" have too often overlooked the critical role of transport.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: While the project focuses on parks, understanding gendered transport illuminates how access to public

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10. Designing for Safety: Perceptions & Interventions...

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2025/08/17

This episode dives into cutting-edge research on how urban design influences feelings of safety, particularly for women and gender-diverse individuals. We unpack a systematic review of literature, exploring gender differences in safety perception, the generalisability of findings, and key policy implications for creating truly secure public spaces.Directly informs the practical design principles of the Feminist Park, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to enhance safety, reduce fear, and promote

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00:34:29

9. Public Space & Diversity: Uncovering Systems of...

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2025/08/10

This episode argues for an engaged anthropological approach to public space, showing how it can powerfully uncover hidden systems of exclusion that often remain invisible through other methodologies. We delve into the concept of space as a critical theoretical construct, highlighting its profound role in shaping and reflecting diversity.Relates to The Feminist Park Project: Provides a methodological and theoretical foundation for how the Feminist Park can continuously audit and improve its

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