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For over a century, we’ve been told that Faster Is Better, but the evidence suggests otherwise. Associate Professor Paul Tranter goes as far to as to contend that over reliance on cars steals our time, money and health. Slowing down whole cities can improve public health, drop infrastructure costs and increase our sense of community.

Produced by Nicky Page and Suzanne Reece

This recording is from the Step Away from the Car 2.0 series of podcasts, recorded at the 2019 Australian Walking and Cycling Conference. To listen to the rest of the series, click here.