Challenger Cities EP33: Riding Through Stories, Not Just Spaces with Michela Grasso

What if cycling policy wasn’t about bike lanes but about joy, dignity, and connection? In this episode of Challenger Cities, we sit down with Michela Grasso — Italian researcher, urbanist, and co-author of the Urban Cycling Manifesto — to explore how cities can rethink mobility through culture, inclusion, and imagination.We talk about:Why benches might matter more than bike lanes.How e-bikes are transforming independence for older riders.Mama Agatha’s migrant cycling lessons in Amsterdam.Bologna’s 30 km/h revolution — and how small policy shifts save lives.Why she’d let children redesign our cities.Michela’s insights challenge the way we think about cycling and urban design — shifting the focus from infrastructure to experience.

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