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Season Two: NYC DOT\u2019s Curb Enthusiasm Podcast Returns With Commissioner Mike Flynn<\/p>\n
First episode features Flynn\u2019s vision for faster buses, safer streets, and the future of NYC DOT
\n under Mayor Zohran Mamdani
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NEW YORK \u2013 The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) today launched the second season<\/a> of its Curb
In the episode, Flynn discusses his priorities for accelerating bus speeds, building on the success of Vision Zero,
“Mayor Mamdani challenged us to think big, be bold, and make our streetscape the envy of the world\u2014and that means
Commissioner Flynn outlines the need for new tools to improve street safety, including pursuing state legislation to
In a new Q&A segment, Flynn answers listener-submitted questions on topics including the timeline from temporary
The Curb Enthusiasm podcast focuses on issues at the local, national, and international level and\u202ffeatures guests who
The episode is hosted by Emily Weidenhof, Assistant Commissioner of Public Realm at NYC DOT. Curb Enthusiasm is
About Mike Flynn<\/p>\n Mike Flynn is the Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation under Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Flynn
Most recently, Flynn led the New York office of TYLin City Solutions (formerly Sam Schwartz Engineering) where he
Previously, Flynn spent nearly a decade at NYC DOT, where he held leadership roles including Director of Capital
In addition to his work in government and the private sector, Flynn served for nearly eight years as a Visiting
He holds a Master of Science in City and Regional Planning from Pratt Institute and a Bachelor of Arts in Computer
About Emily Weidenhof, Episode Host<\/p>\n Emily Weidenhof is assistant commissioner of public realm at NYC DOT. Emily works closely\u202fwith community
Emily received her bachelor’s degree in architecture from Pennsylvania State University and her\u202fmaster’s degree in
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\n Enthusiasm podcast with a new episode featuring Commissioner Mike Flynn, outlining his vision for the
\n agency under Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the next phase of work to deliver faster buses, safer streets, and a more
\n dynamic public realm.<\/p>\n
\n and adapting street design to the rapid growth of e-bikes, stand-up e-scooters, and cargo bikes. He also highlights
\n how NYC DOT is delivering immediate, on-the-ground improvements while advancing long-term projects across the five
\n boroughs. The episode marks the first time the podcast incorporates listener questions submitted via social media.
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\n focusing on real outcomes for New Yorkers. This includes faster buses, better public spaces, and improved traffic
\n safety,” said NYC DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn. “This conversation was a great opportunity to share
\n where we’re headed and how we’re going to get there. This is my dream job, and I’m excited to lead this agency as we
\n take our work to the next level.”<\/p>\n
\n enable speed limiters for the most dangerous drivers. He also discusses how community engagement is crucial but
\n needs to reflect the needs of the entire community, not just the loudest voices in the room. The episode also
\n touches on streamlining regulations for outdoor dining and continuing to reduce speeds through policies like Sammy’s
\n Law.<\/p>\n
\n street treatments to permanent capital upgrades, bus rapid transit in New York City, expanding Green Wave signal
\n timing for cyclists, the future of curbside parking, and why street repaving can take time.<\/p>\n
\n discuss the most consequential transportation work happening all over the\u202fglobe.<\/p>\n
\n available on Spotify<\/a>,
\n Apple Podcasts<\/a>, YouTube<\/a>, Amazon Music<\/a>,
\n and other major streaming platforms. More information is available at nyc.gov\/CurbEnthusiasm<\/a>.
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\n brings more than two decades of experience advancing transportation, infrastructure, and urban development projects
\n across New York City and the country, spanning senior leadership roles in both city government and the private
\n sector. <\/p>\n
\n supported teams of engineers, planners, designers, and community outreach specialists working across disciplines to
\n solve complex transportation, development, and infrastructure challenges throughout the New York City region. As
\n Vice President and Sector Manager for New York and the Northeast, Flynn oversaw major projects at the intersection
\n of mobility, land use, and public space.<\/p>\n
\n Planning and Project Initiation. In that position, he helped oversee the planning and delivery of major capital
\n projects across the city, including street reconstruction, transit and resiliency projects, and pedestrian and
\n bicycle infrastructure. Earlier at NYC DOT, Flynn worked on pedestrian and bicycle programs and transportation
\n planning initiatives that helped reshape how New Yorkers move through the city, including leading the development of
\n the City’s first Street Design Manual.<\/p>\n
\n Professor in Pratt Institute’s Programs for Sustainable Planning and Development, where he taught courses focused on
\n urban planning, transportation, and sustainable city design.<\/p>\n
\n Science from the University of Vermont.<\/p>\n
\n organizations throughout the five boroughs to transform their streets as public\u202fspace. For over a decade, she has
\n focused on strengthening communities through the creation of\u202fplazas and shared streets and retooling the curb lane
\n for innovative programming. She’s also\u202fplayed an integral role in NYC DOT’s Broadway Vision Plan, which employs a
\n range of tools to\u202freimagine the famed Manhattan corridor from Union Square to Columbus Circle, which now\u202fprioritizes
\n pedestrians and cyclists. Emily has worked as an architect and urban designer in\u202fPennsylvania, New Jersey, and New
\n York, including at the NYC Department of City Planning.\u202f<\/p>\n
\n architecture and urban design from Columbia University.<\/p>\n