In this episode of the "Booked On Planning" podcast, we sat down with author Nancy Castaldo to discuss her fun summer read, "Squirrel: How a Backyard Forager Shapes Our World." The conversation unveiled the fascinating history and ecological importance of squirrels, revealing how these ubiquitous creatures play a vital role in our environments, both urban and rural. The History of Urban Squirrels One of the most surprising revelations from Castaldo's research is the intention

Walking is more than a mode of transportation or exercise; it binds the fabric of communities, a thread that weaves through the collective experience of city dwellers. In a 2024 Booked on Planning podcast episode, we talked with Robert Searns, author of “Beyond Greenways.” Searns discussed the multifaceted benefits of walkable cities, the essence of doorstep walks, and the vitality that trails and greenways inject into our urban spaces.