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July 21, 2016March 5, 2017

Barcelona’s Rejuvenation

There’s hundreds of technological and infrastructural innovations happening all over the globe – the soon-to-be-built $1 billion residentless city, the possibility of floating airports, and underwater villas to name just a few – but not many cities see so much rejuvenation condensed in such a short time as Barcelona.

It’s interesting to see how fast the city takes on new innovations, rejuvenation, or outright creation projects when La Sagrada Familia is still under construction after 131 years; but Barcelona is such a vibrant and lively city, it’s impossible for it to stay static. Below are just a few of the latest innovative projects happening around the city. Continue reading “Barcelona’s Rejuvenation”

July 21, 2016March 5, 2017

People On The Grid with Dan Meisner & 3DOrchard

People On The Grid Interview with Dan Meisner

Dan Meisner has an eclectic range of experiences, from teaching a popular computer-aided design program, starting a renewable energy consulting firm, and backpacking around Europe. Though his talents are varied, they all converged to inspire him to pursue an old business idea: Orchard. Continue reading “People On The Grid with Dan Meisner & 3DOrchard”

July 15, 2016March 5, 2017

Fuel 4 Fridays: Vlogging and the Psychology of Fragrance

This week’s very special Fuel4Fridays English radio episode is the “hidden industries” edition, featuring our youngest guest ever, 10-year-old Luc and his mother Isabelle! From the relationship of fragrance with emotions to social eating, this episode features an eclectic mix of topics with a wide variety of opinions that’s sure to keep you entertained for a full hour. Isabelle, from Lucas Fox BCN, shares some observations from her 20 years of experience working with top-level perfume companies.

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July 15, 2016March 5, 2017

Dine & Dash – Forgetting to Pay or Choosing Not To?

My story about the one time I dined and dashed. I actually forgot to pay

I stared at the bottom of my foam-stained coffee cup; silently mourning the loss of the soothing warmth the caffeinated beverage had so briefly offered me. Maybe just one more for the road, my conscience murmured enticingly. You’ve earned it. In reality, my sluggish mind was trying to find a reason to justify putting off the long walk back home, at least for a little while…

I abruptly cut my reverie short – another intern was expecting me on the other side of town before long and I was already running late. I refused to use being in Barcelona, Spain, where it is customary for people to be a few minutes behind schedule, as an excuse to dawdle any longer than I already had. Continue reading “Dine & Dash – Forgetting to Pay or Choosing Not To?”

July 14, 2016March 3, 2017

People On The Grid with Camille Duran

People On The Grid Interview with Camille Duran

Camille Duran, Executive Director of Green White Space, talks to us about The Green Exchange, a podcast that provides sustainability knowledge and inspiration to municipalities as well as other change agents. Continue reading “People On The Grid with Camille Duran”

July 13, 2016April 10, 2017

People On The Grid with Mardegusto

Rupert Rowe interviews Adriana Sanchez and Julien Fitoussi, Co-founders of Mardegusto. This group started on meetup as a hub for passionate foodies and freelance cooks, eager to spread their enthusiasm about love-made, healthy and sustainable food. Continue reading “People On The Grid with Mardegusto”

July 12, 2016April 28, 2017

The Culture of a Collaborative Economy

When I decided to live and work in Barcelona this summer, I had no idea what the concept of “collaborative economy” was. After just a few days in the city, I soon realized that this type of business practice has emerged as a very significant part of the culture and the economy of not just Barcelona, but many cities across the world.

A collaborative economy is one in which businesses are based on horizontal practices and the participation of the community. This type of model runs on trust and closer relationships between the producer and the consumer.

The collaboration is often virtual, interacting with online networks and building communities of people from around the world. However, many cities also utilize in-person, peer-to-peer networking and interaction between companies based in the same area. Continue reading “The Culture of a Collaborative Economy”

July 11, 2016March 1, 2017

People On The Grid with Florian Weimert

People On The Grid Interview with Florian Weimert

In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Florian Weimert, Development Manager at Street Child and Founder of Surf and Help, two very unique and innovative humanitarian organizations.

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July 10, 2016April 13, 2017

People On The Grid with Josh Weitzer

Big thanks to Barcelona BBQ and Josh Weitzer for the opportunity to film this. Learn all about Josh and his passion for cooking, what he’s doing and his take on the culinary sector in Barcelona. Josh shared with us his style of cooking is a fusion of Asian cuisine with barbeque a strange but delicious combination.

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July 8, 2016April 10, 2017

People On the Grid: Sonar 2016

This year at Sonar 2016, we got to interview so many interesting people about their interesting projects. These interviews give us a closer look at innovative and exciting new technology such as a real-time music composer that makes original tunes based on your surroundings, and objects that can empathise with their users! Watch to learn more about these and many more ideas! Continue reading “People On the Grid: Sonar 2016”