Hour Future is a solutions-focused podcast that tackles the most pressing urban
challenges facing cities across the United States and around the world. From housing
crises and transportation inequity to climate resilience and food access, each episode
goes beyond the headlines to explore the real-world impact of policy decisions on
communities. Hosts Jei Pearcey, PhD and Landi Spearman bring together the voices
that matter most: residents living these realities, activists fighting for change,
policymakers navigating complex decisions, and community leaders demanding
accountability. What sets Hour Future apart is its commitment to advocacy and
action—every episode not only illuminates problems but provides clear pathways for
listeners to get involved. Whether examining gentrification in Brooklyn, water access in
Detroit, climate adaptation in Miami, or similar challenges in São Paulo, London, and
Cape Town, the podcast demonstrates how local issues connect to global patterns while
highlighting innovative solutions and successful grassroots movements. Hour Future
transforms urban awareness into civic engagement, connecting listeners with
organizations doing meaningful work and showing how individual action can drive
systemic change. The podcast operates on the principle that the future of our cities isn't
something that happens to us, but something we actively shape through informed
participation and collective advocacy.