Podcast series CYCLE UP! - Let’s talk about Bicycles and Culture
Join us as we speak with artists, city officials, and everyday citizens about innovative projects that inspire a shift towards cycling for all ages and abilities. We'll uncover how art can challenge social norms, spark conversations about sustainability, and push for a greener, more connected future. Together, we’ll also discover ways to make artistic practices themselves more environmentally responsible, from local collaborations to minimising the carbon footprint of artist-in-residence programs.
Tune in to hear stories of how art and bicycles are driving change in the face of the climate emergency.
Episode 1: Is Tartu the Cycling Capital of Culture?
What does bicycle policy and the cultural scene look like in Tartu? We talk with city officials, artists, and everyday users of the city's cycling infrastructure to explore how bicycles and culture intersect in this vibrant Estonian city. Tune in for insights into the local approach to sustainable mobility and the role of bicycles in Tartu's cultural landscape.
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Episode 2: Two Wheels across Czechia: The Cycling Culture of Prague and Beyond
What does bicycle culture and policy look like in Prague and across the Czech Republic? Join us as we talk with urban planners, artists, and cycling enthusiasts to uncover how bicycles shape the cultural and social fabric of this historic city and its surroundings. Discover the challenges and opportunities for sustainable mobility in Prague and how cycling intersects with art, community, and everyday life. Tune in for a deep dive into the Czech approach to building a bike-friendly future.
Listen to the second episode on: Spotify
Listen to the second episode on: Spotify
Episode 3: Pedaling through transformation
In this episode, we take you to Katowice – a city once defined by coal mines and heavy industry, now reimagining itself as a hub of culture, innovation, and sustainable mobility. We explore how bicycles and creative interventions are helping residents reclaim public space, connect neighborhoods, and imagine a greener future. Join us as we ride through Katowice’s transformation, where the echoes of its industrial past meet the rhythms of a more sustainable tomorrow.
Listen to episode 3 on: Spotify
Listen to episode 3 on: Spotify
Episode 4: How bicycles shape Slovakia's creative scene
In this episode, we explore how cycling and culture intersect in Slovakia. Join us as we talk to local artists, activists, and cyclists who turn everyday mobility into a cultural movement, redefining what it means to move — and live — sustainably.
Listen to episode 4 on: Spotify
Listen to episode 4 on: Spotify