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The Future of Infrastructure: Examining the Lower Thames Crossing and Everything-ism
In this episode of the Abundance Agenda podcast, hosts James O'Malley and Martin Robbins discuss the UK government's plan to invest £2 billion in affordable housing and the significant approval of the Lower Thames Crossing. They explore the transport infrastructure project's details, challenges with the existing road systems, and the potential socio-economic benefits of the new tunnel. The hosts also touch on their evolving views on road building, balancing environmental concerns, and the role of autonomous vehicles in future transportation systems. Furthermore, the episode features an interview with Joe Hill from the Reform think tank, who introduces the concept of 'Everything-ism'—the problematic practice of overloading policies with multiple objectives, leading to inefficiencies and project delays. The episode concludes with reflections on the necessity of strategic focus in policymaking and infrastructure development.
00:00 Introduction to the Abundance Agenda Podcast
00:27 Exciting News: Lower Thames Crossing Approval
00:59 The Dartford Crossing: Current Issues and Future Plans
03:20 Debate on Road Building and Induced Demand
08:06 Planning Process and Costs of the Lower Thames Crossing
10:03 Comparison with International Infrastructure Projects
14:17 Challenges and Criticisms of Affordable Housing
24:57 Historic Roofline Preservation
25:04 The Ugly Cinema in Maidenhead
25:58 Introduction to Everythingism
26:25 Housekeeping and Substack Updates
28:10 Interview with Joe Hill on Everythingism
29:36 Examples of Everythingism in Policy
34:50 Challenges and Solutions in Policy Making
36:53 The Role of Government and Public Bodies
45:54 Cultural and Political Implications
48:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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In this episode of 'The Abundance Agenda,' hosts James O'Malley and Martin Robbins dive into a story from Braintree in Essex where local resident Barry Thompson has faced ongoing challenges from the council in his efforts to install solar panels on his house. They discuss the irony of councils blocking green initiatives while declaring climate emergencies. The hosts also touch on broader issues such as the difficulty of carrying out decarbonization efforts, geopolitical tensions affecting renewable energy resources, and disputes within environmental organizations.
Additionally, James and Martin discuss the Peter Hitchens' obsession with British Summer Time and the politics of changing time zones. The main interview features Lord Ben Gascoigne, Chair of the Built Environment Select Committee, who shares insights on the potential of new towns and the necessity of integrating community engagement and nature into urban planning.
The New Towns Inquiry call for evidence:https://committees.parliament.uk/call-for-evidence/3626/
James's newsletter on the origins of Abundance ideology and the on-going vibe shift:https://takes.jamesomalley.co.uk/p/the-abundance-vibe-shiftMartin's post on taking his trousers off at his local station car park:https://martinrobbins.substack.com/p/britains-car-parking-is-a-complete
Book tickets for James's event with Anya Martin on How The YIMBYs Won:https://lu.ma/x265utjx
00:00 Introduction to the Abundance Agenda Podcast
00:22 A Solar Powered Nightmare in Braintree
03:30 The Irony of Declaring a Climate Emergency
05:09 The Tension Between Climate Action and Conservation
12:57 The Ethical Dilemma of Solar Panel Sourcing
18:29 Peter Hitchens and British Summertime
25:30 Permanent British Summertime: Effects and Controversies
26:01 The Scottish Influence on Time Policy
26:45 The Great Time Zone Debate: BST vs GMT
27:04 Public Opinion and Political Movements
27:35 The Future of Time Zones in Britain
29:39 Podcast Housekeeping and Substack Highlights
31:33 New Towns and Urban Development
32:27 Interview with Ben Gas Coin: New Towns Inquiry
37:11 Rewilding and Urban Planning
44:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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In this episode of the Abundance Agenda, hosts James O'Malley and Martin Robbins delve into the implications of the new planning and infrastructure bill, exploring its potential to address issues like high-speed rail project inefficiencies and the infamous 'bat tunnel' problem. They discuss how the bill seeks to simplify the planning process and remove bureaucratic hurdles, emphasizing the significance of these changes for the UK's future growth. The episode also features an interview with Chris Curtis MP, who highlights Milton Keynes' exemplary development and the bill's potential impact on local and national infrastructure projects. Additionally, James and Martin debate the future of lab-grown meat, its economic feasibility, and its potential to revolutionize the food industry.
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The Abundance Agenda: Navigating the Impatience of Progress In the inaugural episode of 'The Abundance Agenda,' hosts James O'Malley and Martin Robbins delve into the concept of abundance and why it matters in today's world. They discuss the slow progress of major infrastructure projects in the UK, like HS2 and the Bakerloo Line extension, and the resulting frustration. The conversation also covers broader topics including the importance of housing, energy sufficiency, and climate change. Later, they pivot to discuss the implications of defense spending in the wake of geopolitical tensions, particularly the strain on the Western Alliance and the need for robust investments in military and infrastructure to ensure security. O'Malley and Robbins emphasize the importance of adopting an 'abundance mindset' to meet these challenges.
00:00 Introduction to The Abundance Agenda
00:20 The Concept of Abundance
01:08 High-Speed Rail and Infrastructure Delays
06:29 Housing Crisis and Economic Growth
07:31 Energy Abundance and Climate Change
09:31 Parking Apps and National Coordination
17:20 Podcast Housekeeping and Substack Newsletters
18:59 Defense and the Decline of the American-Led World Order
22:08 Romney's Russia Stance in 2012
24:36 Obama's Syria Red Line and Western Response
26:46 Russia's Annexation of Crimea
29:02 UK's Defense Spending and European Security
33:07 Modern Military Challenges and Drone Warfare
37:58 The Case for Increased Defense Spending
43:53 Conclusion and Future Discussions
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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.abundancepod.com
