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June 15, 202621 min

Ed and Bernie: Geomob Fredericton summary

In this episode, Ed talks with Bernie Conners about the inaugural Geomob Fredericton. They explore Bernie’s journey into the geospatial community, recap the talks from the event, and discuss the challenges and rewards of organizing a first-time Geomob. Interested in hosting a Geomob in your city? Reach out to us at geomob at opencagedata dot com — we’d be happy to help you get started. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter. This episode of the Geomob podcast is sponsored by the Open Geospatial Consortium.

June 8, 2026Episode 34130 min

Ed/Steven: Geomob London and Dublin summary

Ed and Steven discuss the recent Geomob London and the first-ever Geomob Dublin, as well as the upcoming Geomob Berlin on 18 June 2026 and an OpenCage blog post about geosearch improvements. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter. This episode of the Geomob podcast is sponsored by the Open Geospatial Consortium. Thank you!

June 1, 20261 hr 4 min

Ken Field and Ian Muehlenhaus: A Map a Day with AI

This podcast discusses how AI is rapidly transforming cartography. Cartographers Ken Field and Ian Muehlenhaus describe their “Map-a-Day with AI” project, where they use AI tools to create maps quickly and explore AI’s strengths and limitations. They argue that AI is automating much of the technical work of mapmaking, shifting human roles toward directing, prompting, and quality-checking maps rather than manually creating them. Despite concerns about accuracy, jobs, and misinformation, they see AI as a major technological shift that mapmakers must adapt to rather than ignore. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter. This episode is made possible by support from our sponsor, Open Geospatial Consortium.

May 24, 202638 min

Elena Field: British Antarctic Survey

Denise is joined by Elena Field to discuss her journey from geology to leading geospatial efforts at the British Antarctic Survey. Discover her work in Antarctica, the role of geospatial data in polar research, and her volunteer efforts with MapAction in humanitarian crises.

May 18, 202635 min

Tom Foxley: Modelling Bat Distributions

In this episode, ecologist Tom Foxley explores how innovative spatial modeling techniques are transforming bat conservation in the UK. Using GPS and acoustic data, researchers can better understand bat movement patterns, identify critical habitats, and support more effective conservation strategies. The conversation highlights the growing intersection of ecology, technology, and policy, showing how these tools are shaping smarter development planning that balances environmental protection with human needs. Discover how cutting-edge wildlife monitoring is helping protect biodiversity and offering new insights into the hidden lives of bats. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

May 11, 202635 min

Christian Rouffaert: Teragence

Christian Rouffaert, CEO of Teragence, discusses innovative geospatial solutions for mapping invisible mobile network coverage, indoor signal analysis, and expanding into the US market. Learn how data-driven insights and user-friendly visualization are transforming telecom and geospatial industries. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

May 4, 202628 min

Ed/Steven: Geomob Cologne and Berlin Summary

Join Ed and Steven as they discuss recent geospatial events in Cologne and Berlin, exploring topics like geocoding, routing engines, and community building in the geospatial sector. Discover insights into organizing successful meetups, challenges of venue sourcing, and upcoming events in the geo community. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter. Thank you to GEO Business for sponoring this episode of the Geomon podcast.

April 27, 202622 min

Annie Reardon-Smith : GEO Business London, June 3-4, 2026

Annie Reardon-Smith, the event manager for GEO Business, shares insights about the upcoming UK’s largest geospatial event in London on June 3-4. Discover the event's highlights, target audience, new features, and how to maximize your experience. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter.

April 20, 202658 min

Ed Parsons & Rollo Home: GeoFutures - British Cartographic Society Event

This episode explores the future of geo and cartography, featuring insights from experts Ed Parsons and Rollo Home. Topics include the impact of technology on maps, the role of cartographers, and the challenges of maintaining visual truth in a digital age. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter. Thank you to GeoBusiness for sponsoring this episode.

April 13, 202630 min

Benjamin Trigona-Harany: Mapping Ottoman Transportation Networks

Explore the fascinating project of reconstructing Ottoman Empire travel routes using historical maps, geospatial technology, and historical research. Discover how Benjamin Trigona-Harany, winner of the best speaker prize at the February 2026 Geomob Berlin, combined old Ottoman maps, modern routing algorithms, and historical context to create an interactive routing engine that reveals travel times and routes from the 19th century. Show notes on the Geomob website, where you can also learn more about Geomob events and sign up for our monthly newsletter. This episode is made possible by support from our sponsor, GEO Business.