More Analog, Less Noise Please: City Builders Meet Up
Summary
More Analog, Less Noise Please is a facilitated meet up for people working across city building, design, culture, and innovation who are interested in rhythm, pause, and recovery in fast systems. Rooted in urban life and public space, the conversation explores how analog experiences, emotional infrastructure, and informal release valves shape connection and resilience. The meet up is designed as a shared conversation that invites reflection, observation, and exchange around how cities and the systems around them can better support human pace.
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Contributors
- Amanda Portinari
- Jessica Myers
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