Eyes on the Street: Who is Watching?

Welcome back to the StreetsSmart podcast. In this episode, we dive into the complex world of safety in public spaces, exploring the application of the "eyes on the street" philosophy pioneered by urbanist Jane Jacobs. Public surveillance technology, and the ethics upholding these systems, increasingly raise questions about safety and privacy. Who is watching, and are they really keeping us safe? And can community-based vigilance be successful in a world dominated by social hierarchy? 

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Special thanks to the following sources:

The Death and Life of Great American Cities, Jane Jacobs

The Panopticon Writings, Jeremy Bentham

Beneath the Skyway - 99% Invisible

‘Wilding’ in the West Village: Queer Spaces, Racism and Jane Jacobs Hagiography, Johan Andersson