Nighttime Economy

Deny climate change all you want. The reality is that 2023 was the Earth's warmest year since global recordkeeping began in 1850. The ten warmest years in 174 years have all occurred during the last decade. 2024 will likely be hotter.So, how will shifts in extreme heat affect daytime business operations and what will that do to nocturnal economic activity?Prepare yourself.Nighttime transportation. Nighttime policing. Nighttime healthcare. Nighttime hospitality. Nighttime drains on the energy ...

The City of Dallas has joined the ranks of American cities that have embraced the potential for their nighttime and sociable economies.Dallas’ formalized interest in the nighttime economy began in 2015 with two grassroots political advocacy initiatives which lead to the creation of 24HourDallas, a non-profit organization.Accelerated by the work of the consultancy, Responsible Hospitality Institute, and cemented by buy-in from city of Dallas elected officials and staff, Dallas reached a new mi...

This podcast episode is the result of a serendipitous encounter on social media.I’ll explain once I get underway.But what caught my attention is a surprising blip of discrimination that has begun to appear on the diverse and inclusive radar of nighttime and cultural economies.Imagine being an artist and someone looking at you as if you’re too old to be an artist anymore.In this episode of Nighttime Economy, we speak with high-profile Berlin DJ, Tanith. He will not only school me a bit on tech...

As you might imagine, there are dozens of consultancies in the world that provide research and counsel in the fields of nighttime, nightlife, and cultural economies.It used to be that communities would retain these individuals or groups to help assess opportunities, list cultural assets, identify cultural consumer habits, and then recommend strategies on how the community can strengthen their nightlife and nighttime cultural scenes.That does not seem to be enough anymore.I mean, why stop ther...

Something remarkable is underway in the Republic of Ireland. Its government has prioritized and elevated the value of that country’s nighttime economy in enviable ways.Government leaders have determined that the country’s cities and towns, of all sizes, not to mention Irish culture itself, will benefit from hiring and placing nighttime economy advocates in many of Ireland’s communities.Imagine your country’s national elected officials doing the same, not just for pandemic recovery, but to hel...

As BT understates on its website, "Data is useful." However, BT's data analytics group goes on to explain that mobile network data provides just the first piece of a puzzle. "We blend data with innovative analytics technology, to give your business measurable insights you can take action on." The BT Active Intelligence unit takes the location data from more than twenty-four million phones. Ensuring anonymity and aggregation to groups of ten or more individuals, BT overlays the physical ...

In this Nighttime Economy episode, our guest is Michael Paul, Managing Partner, Optima Strategy Partners in Atlanta, Georgia.What makes Michael's story relevant for other nighttime advocates is how his path took him from hospitality industry entrepreneur … to neighborhood leader … to political operative … to municipal employee hired to strengthen Atlanta's nighttime economy (at a time of economic, public health, and political stress) … and then back out again as an entrepreneur, free of the b...

Standing on the Shoulders of GiantsIn this Nighttime Economy episode, our guest is Mark Roach, Director of the Auckland UNESCO City of Music.You will learn about:Auckland, New Zealand, one of the world's most culturally diverse cities, its "USP" or unique selling point as a music scene,what it means to be a UNESCO City of Music,the most important thing any nighttime and cultural advocate can do to honor the heritage artists and music of a place.We begin with Mark introducing himself with...

Striking the right note with tourists, residents, and businessesWhen those around the world think of American cities with a nightlife scene, they would rattle off cities like New York City, Los Angeles, Detroit, Miami, New Orleans, among others. However, if you ask someone from the States where live music is made, celebrated, and integral to that American city’s nighttime identity, odds are they will have one answer: Nashville, Tennessee.In this episode of 24 Minutes, we talk with Music City’...

In addition to hospitality and nightlife, nighttime workers have pivotal roles in healthcare, public safety, logistics, retail, and public works.Yet, until now, there has been inadequate research dedicated to understanding their transportation needs, especially in terms of “transportation justice.”What does that mean? We will find out in this 24 Minutes podcast episode with Matthew Palm in the Department of City and Regional Planning at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.In fact, w...

Robbe Van Bogaert is Nightlife Expert for the city of Antwerp, Belgium.He also:co-owns Eventsure, an event planning business.has a job working with young people in nightlife.is a club and festival DJ.However, what 24HourNation wanted most to know about was nightlife, festival and club culture, a genetic bone growth disorder called multiple epiphyseal dysplasia (MED), and Robbe’s Human Power project.In this episode of 24 Minutes from 24HourNation, we speak with Robbe Van Bogaert about al...

A grassroots effort is underway in Denver to build support for the Mile High City’s nighttime economy.What served as the catalyst for this course of action?Find out in 24HourNation’s interview with Stephen Brackett, Executive Director of ONE Denver. He tells us about the closing of a legendary jazz bar, El Chapultepec. Or, as the locals call it, The Pec.You will also hear about:The unprecedented opportunity to develop a new economic concept that has no historical baggage in Denver.What organi...

STUDIO ZX was born out of the desire to create safe and lucrative opportunities for marginalized talents and artists belonging to Montréal’s underground, night culture.As its co-founder and director, Vicky helps identify, empower, and place queer, drag, and burlesque artists into new settings.Also, as president of MTL 24/24’s Night Council, Vicky and her colleagues are building grassroots and political networks to further elevate Montréal’s nighttime economy.Learn how STUDIO ZX is introducing...

You may be employed by a municipality and looking for solutions on how to better manage the needs of nightlife businesses.Or you may be a nightlife business owner or manager who finds yourself gobsmacked by your city’s bureaucracy.If so, this episode of 24 Minutes will be of particular interest.Scott Plusquellec is the Nightlife Business Advocate for the City of Seattle’s Office of Economic Development. In this podcast episode, Scott articulates his three primary areas of responsibility:He se...

Katy Birnbaum, the San Francisco founder of Into the Streets, has a unique philosophy when it comes to producing outdoor events. In addition to their economic potential, Katy's events also try to change the world. We like that.Joyful events in public spaces can:counter artificial intelligence and a society fractured by social media.celebrate — not just accept — a city's diverse cultures.offset the nasty political climate in America. In this episode of 24 Minutes, meet Katy Bir...

In this edition of 24 Minutes, we speak with Cristina Gil Venegas, an architect, urban planner, and lighting designer from Bogotá, Columbia.In addition to her work in the Andean city, she also spearheads Night-time Traveller. This initiative seeks to:collect content related to the current panorama of how women experience public space at night.develop didactic tools for urban design from a gender perspective.open the debate on the role of women in the urban night.Her specific interest is in pu...

Imagine you are a nighttime business operator, and you manage an arts and cultural organization, a live or electronic music venue, a bar, a restaurant, or such.When it comes to city hall, what you really need is someone in local government who understands your business and its value to your city. What you also need is someone inside city hall who understands the local permits and regulatory systems that make it hard for you to shine at night.Well, maybe you want to be in San Francisco because...

Depending on your information source, Toronto, Montréal, Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton have larger populations than Ottawa, Canada’s capital city.To one degree or another, the cities with larger populations are known for their nightlife, hospitality, sporting events, and festivals.Yet, Ottawa was the first Canadian city to step up and frame a nightlife strategy. Edmonton and Vancouver are currently developing plans, and Montreal’s nighttime advocates certainly want the City of Montréa...

In March 2023, the City of Boston hired Corean Reynolds to be its first Director of Nightlife Economy.As a city that values its intellectual capital, and with respect to its neighborhoods, Boston aspires to serve nighttime economic drivers in education, healthcare, public safety, in addition to all the nightlife industries. In this podcast episode we learn:why Boston's Office of Nightlife came into being.the importance of building a nighttime advisory committee.the night cultures of Bost...

For many around the world, Amsterdam conjures up images of being Europe’s “sin city.” What may not come to mind is a more-nuanced view that this 24-hour city’s nighttime economy is an integral element of Amsterdam’s heritage.In 2012, Amsterdam was the first city to officially designate an individual (Mirik Milan) as Nachtburgemeester, or “night mayor.” In 2014, nighttime stakeholders formed Stichting N8BM A’DAM, the Night Mayor Foundation of Amsterdam, to strengthen, sustain, and further defi...

We have questions:What exactly is placemaking or creative placemaking?When it comes to art that is created for — and found in — public settings, what is the difference between graffiti, murals, and street art?How can public places and urban art be shaped in ways that are inclusive and respectful of those who will interact with them the most?And what does any of this have to do with our cities and neighborhoods at night?We will find out the answers to these questions in this episode of 24 Minu...

Would your college-aged family member be safer in a university community that has a professional “nighttime mayor?”At this time in North America, there are fifteen cities that have nighttime economy managers. Often, these individuals have a responsibility to help keep nightlife districts safer, more respectful, and more vibrant.Of these fifteen cities, two are what we might think of as “college towns.” One of these cities is Iowa City, Iowa, home of more than 30,000 students attending The Uni...

“There are some aspects of the night that are impossible to understand if you are not part of the community,” says Simone d’Antonio from the Associazione Italiana dei Comuni Italiani (National Association of Italian Municipalities).In this episode of 24 Minutes from 24HourNation, Simone is talking about the ToNite Project in Torino, or Turin, Italy.The ToNite Project tested new thinking on how to shape and strengthen nightlife in important but overlooked neighborhoods that have very different...

Ordinances, rules, sanctions, penalties, regulations, consequences. These can all help reduce harm in our nightlife spaces.However, they can also produce harm. Research now suggests new ways for us to think and act differently when establishing safer spaces inside bars, clubs, and music venues. Evidence also supports new steps to take that will extend safety into shared, public spaces outside of the businesses that are licensed to serve alcohol.In this conversation with Dr. Phillip ...

Free The Night is a non-profit organization that formed during the pandemic. Its mission is to create a safe, progressive, and culturally rich environment for nightlife in Northern Ireland.But, in fact, the charity is much more than that. It is also a cultural rights ... almost civil rights advocacy organization.It has to be.Boyd Sleator, one of Free The Night's co-founders, has stated, "Freedom of expression is a human right, that includes the right to perform and take part in what you consi...

Most of 24HourNation’s podcast episodes come in at around 24 minutes of length. Hence our name for the podcast.This one runs longer, however. It runs longer for a very good reason. It runs longer because more attention needs to be given to misogyny in the nighttime economy and women’s safety in social spaces.Every city could communicate to its residents and visitors that toxic male culture is not welcome.Listen to this podcast episode on misogynistic behavior in nightlife and then chart your ...

Dance as communication. Dance as protest. Dance as a place of warmth and community. How have we come to dance together and why is that important to both our personal and cultural histories.In this episode of 24 Minutes, we speak with author, journalist and broadcaster Emma Warren. "Dance Your Way Home: A Journey Through the Dancefloor" is her latest book. If you love to dance but have not taken a moment to consider why we dance — and why we gather with others in dance — here are 24 minutes wi...

What role can a city have in shaping and sustaining the social and cultural heritage of its LGBTQIA+ districts?Let’s talk about that with Libby Harris, Night Time City Manager, City of Sydney in New South Wales, Australia.We will learn about the City of Sydney’s Nighttime economy office and how it interacts and plans with community stakeholders, other city departments, regional leaders and state officials.We’ll also gain insights into Sydney’s commitment to its Oxford Street precinct, a histo...

Police departments in cities large and small can learn a great deal from Iowa City, Iowa.That’s right.In this episode of 24 Minutes, we discuss strategies for safer downtown districts that will work in large and small cities.Our guest is Colin Fowler, Downtown Liaison Officer for the Iowa City Police Department.Learn how he is helping to create a safer downtown district through:effective relationships,accessibility,providing businesses what they say they need, andsolving panhandling by solvin...

In cities across America, permits, regulations and ordinances make it difficult for aboveboard planners of after-hours events to be treated differently than unscrupulous promoters.However, one Dallas event producer named, yes, John Wayne, wants to do it the right way.We’ll have an eye-opening conversation with John about:after-hours parties, and why they are essential to a segment of our society;how there is not a clear regulatory path for those wanting to present nighttime events; andan idea...

Night workers and shift workers are an invisible driver of our cities’ economies. Nightshift workers are also an often-vulnerable segment of our society.In this episode of 24 Minutes, we talk about that precarity Dr. Julius-Cezar MacQuarie of the Nightworkshop Project.We will learn about:nighttime workersthe presence of immigrants, or migrants, in the nighttime workforce.biological clocks and nocturnal workers.an action we can all take to help nightshift workers.RELATED LINKSSign the Nightwor...

Music can make your city a better place. And in more ways than you might realize at first.In this episode of 24 Minutes, we learn more about this concept from Shain Shapiro, Founder and Executive Director of the Center for Music Ecosystems. Shain is also Founder and Chairman of Sound Diplomacy.We will talk about:The value of music audits and municipal music strategies.What a music ecosystem is.How music can solve problems in our cities.We will also learn how the Center of Music Ecosystems and...

Have you ever had someone spike the punch at a house party? Spike your drink at a bar? Or, worse yet, stick you with a syringe containing a powerful sedative? Did you report it?In this episode of 24 Minutes, we talk with Dawn Dines, Founder of the UK organization, Stamp Out Spiking.We will talk about:the common forms of spiking and their long-term effects,how underreporting gives power to perpetrators,the fact that men are also victims, andwhat you and others can do to … stamp out spiking.“IT...

What role can live music have in our cities’ cultural vibrancy and economic growth? And what responsibilities do cities and cultural guardians have to grow and nurture local music scenes?Let’s hear from musician Ben London, Executive Director of Sonic Guild Seattle. We will talk about:how small actions can create big results,the importance of music to a city’s ecosystem, andthe transformative magic of live performance.SONIC GUILD LINKSWebsiteInstagramLinkedIn24HOURNATION24HourNation provides ...

Half of the world's population is female. Half of the day is the night. So, what can nighttime businesses do to increase their share of customers who are women? In this episode of 24 Minutes, we talk with Alicia Scholer, Vice President of Responsible Hospitality Institute. From the research and focus groups she has conducted, Alicia shares:the decision matrix women use when they are deciding what to do and where to go at night,the single thing that will keep women from returning to any b...

Every now and then, 24HourNation likes to look at the night through a different lens. Certainly, one of the most enduring views of the night comes from our faith traditions.That is why, for this edition of 24 Minutes, we're going to set out into the wilderness of faith, mythology and mysteries of the night. We'll also take a look at what all that means to those who thrive in the nighttime space.After all—and we never thought of it in this way before—when it comes to theological and mythologic...

One city in North America is on the leading edge when it comes to transforming its social and cultural scene at night: Montréal.In this episode of 24 Minutes we talk with Mathieu Grondin, General Director for MTL 24/24.You will hear about:this innovative and private non-profit organization which works in partnership with the City of Montréal and the government of Québec;how the City of Montréal is piloting a program to extend hours for alcohol service at nighttime businesses;MTL 24/24's robus...

Valuable customer or patron data. Sensitive financial information. Irreplaceable event planning details. Original publication drafts, digital art or music compositions.Are any of your operations managed online?Does a vendor provide you with a web-based service? Do your employees manage social media accounts on work computers?Face it, eventually your internet security will get breeched.At night.Why at night? Because that is when your guard is down. Hackers are smart, quick and relentless....

The statistics are staggering.48% of musicians have experienced sexual harassment at work.79% of women aged between 18 and 24 had experienced or witnessed sexual harassment on a night out. 56% of nightlife workers have experienced sexual violence on a night out or while working in the nightlife environment.almost 9 in 10 women feel unsafe in public spaces.In 2018, Mary Crilley launched Safe Gigs Ireland, a campaign to respond to the experiences of audiences, creatives, artists and all wo...

This special edition of 24 Minutes from 24HourNation is our response to the Nov. 19, 2022, mass shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs, Colorado.The nighttime community mourns. For those who were murdered. For those who grieve. And for those physically or emotionally injured from this act of violence and hate.It seems we are at a place in America where nighttime businesses and events that serve alcohol must prepared for gun violence. Nightlife employees and customers must also have a plan. Ex...

In this 24 Minutes episode, you will hear about:the global patchwork of regulations that determine when nightlife ends.alcohol service closing times and the ramifications on a city’s design, services, economics and cultural life.contradictions between anecdotal experience and conventional logic when it comes to extending alcohol service.how nights are not going to govern themselves.the 24-hour aspects of any-sized city.We speak with Diana Raiselis, Research Lead for the global consultancy Vib...

This 24 Minutes episode will be of particular interest to those who:attend or produce music and dance festivals.care about those who attend music and dance festivals.are healthcare or health risk-reduction professionals in the fields of sexual behavior and substance use.We speak with Rachel Clark, Education Manager for the national non-profit organization, DanceSafe.DanceSafe offers programs that range from drug education to political advocacy to sexual health education. The group is bes...

In this episode, we spend 24 minutes with Robert C. Smith, CEO & President of Nightclub Security Consultants. A former police officer, Robert has developed training programs and liability solutions for hospitality businesses that are licensed to serve liquor. NSC's services have been valuable to small and large venues across the country.Nightclub Security Consultants has trained more than 5,000 bouncers, security guards, alcohol servers, managers and owners to better understand poten...

Over the course of a year, VibeLab convened 120 visionaries in 55 cities and ten focus groups representing the global nighttime community. Their goal was to create a document that can give nighttime advocates reasons why nightlife is important as we chart the future and navigate public health, political and environmental challenges.The result is VibeLab's global nighttime manifesto. The document positions nightlife and our nighttime culture as essential, if undervalued."United by common value...

Spend 24 minutes with Carly Heath, Night Time Economy Advisor for the Bristol City Council in the UK.In this episode, you will learn a bit about Bristol and Carly's role as the liaison between nighttime business operators and the Bristol City Council.Take particular note of Carly's innovative programs that address drink spiking and sexual harassment in nighttime spaces.In addition, we explore the "Agent of Change" model Bristol uses for residential development near nightlife districts. We'll ...

Cities across the US are looking for solutions to help deter crime, reduce nuisance and create an atmosphere of hospitality in their nightlife districts.Amsterdam's Hosts may be the ideal program to model.Hosts welcome visitors, answer questions and address nuisance-causing visitors about their behavior. Their presence in two of Amsterdam's most active nightlife districts has resulted in 20% reduction in alcohol-related incidents and a 40% decrease in nuisance reports.Plus, Hosts serve as the...

In this episode of 24 Minutes from 24HourNation we talk with Brian Block, Entertainment Services Manager in the Development Services Department for the City of Austin, Texas, one of America's most respected live music cities.Brian also serves as president of board for NITECAP Alliance, a US non-profit organization for nighttime management professionals and for those who support an increased focus on nighttime economies in American cities.We hear about his work in Austin. We also come to know ...

In this 24 Minutes podcast episode, 24HourNation visits Joanne Cox-Brown, Founding Director of Night Time Economy Solutions, a consultancy in the UK. Night Time Economy Solutions assists communities that are addressing nighttime challenges like violence, drugs, binge drinking, weapon use and nighttime governance training.The group also helps cities develop sustainable solutions rather than simply provide drive-by consulting.Our discussion covers the client services her organization provi...

In this episode of 24 Minutes we discuss darkness, fear and violence with actor, writer, environmentalist, educator, storyteller and civil rights activist David Marquis.Marquis is a long-time champion for environmental and social change in the Dallas area. He is the author of "I Am A Teacher" (Simon & Schuster), which became a series of widely performed plays.He founded the Oak Cliff Nature Preserve in Dallas and has consulted with the Texas Conservation Alliance since 2011. Marquis grew ...

When it comes to nightlife, the City of Sacramento, California, takes a team approach.If a venue intends to provide entertainment, it must obtain a two-year permit. The entertainment permit evaluates the conditions necessary for a venue to provide entertainment − from sporting events and live music venues to theaters and exhibitions. (There is a separate entertainment permit for special events.)During the permit process, city representatives inspect the venue for state and city building codes...

Pioneered by Mastercard, City Possible is a new model of public-private partnerships that brings together a united private sector to work with cities and communities to solve system-wide challenges.City Possible believes that, by co-developing, piloting and scaling solutions, it can strengthen the new triple bottom line: people, cities and businesses.“We can create solutions to uplift all segments of the community by putting people at the center of design,” Mastercard states.As a part of its ...

As Amsterdam’s Night Mayor from 2012-2018, Mirik Milan played an instrumental role in the reshaping that city’s nightlife scene. Today, Amsterdam has one of the most vibrant and economically robust nighttime economies in the world.His innovative position has now been replicated in more than seventy cities.Today Mirik is co-founder and partner at VibeLab, a European-based consultancy. VibeLab supports creative communities around the world and helps them better understand the value of vibrant l...

What if your nighttime business or event was able to summon an off-duty police officer or armed and trained guard as needed?While out at night, what if you as an individual could also get peace of mind, deescalate a situation or receive protection from harm as needed?And what if this was all available to you as a phone app?With the option of getting an officer-on-demand or scheduling a plain-clothes or uniformed officer for an anticipated need, will Secur do for public safety what shared-ride...

“We had growing nightlife that, like most cities, really had no plan. It just happened,” Allison Harnden is quoted as saying in a 2017 article from “Governing.”“So suddenly you have neighbors feeling the noise or other kinds of disruption because systems haven’t been put in place.”The European “night mayor” boom began in Amsterdam in 2012. Soon after, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania became the first city in America to retain a “nighttime economy coordinator.”Harnden is a trailblazer. Spend 24 m...

The coronavirus pandemic provided a direct and devastating blow to New York City’s economy, culture and identity.NYC Nightlife United was born out of the need to support and help center the Black, POC (Persons of Color) and LGBTQIA+ businesses and workers that fuel NYC’s culture.Spend 24 minutes with Varghese Chacko of NYC Nightlife United and discover how they have helped many diverse individuals sustain that city’s vibrant nightlife.24HOURNATION24HourNation provides free webinars, a podcast...

Safe Bars helps bars, restaurants, breweries, and other alcohol-serving spaces create safe and welcoming cultures for patrons, and safe and respectful workplaces for staff.Join us for 24 minutes with Lauren R. Taylor, Founder and Director, as we discuss Safe Bars and the precepts it believes are fundamental for nighttime workspaces:active bystander skills;empowerment and self-defense; and de-escalation for hospitality professionals.24HOURNATION24HourNation provides free webinars, a podca...

Michael Kill is a national voice for the UK’s nighttime industries. His role has become especially significant in the wake of COVID-19.As Chief Executive Officer for the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) Michael has pushed for recognition and stability for the nighttime economy, challenged government policy and lobbied for long term reforms. He has also managed to do this while maintaining positive relationships with businesses.Spend 24 minutes with Michael Kill on the topic of “post-p...

Artificial intelligence has arrived at the door or your bar or club. Not only can it protect your businesses from violent patrons, underage customers and unlawful behavior, it can reduce your insurance and personnel costs. Spend 24 minutes with Jason Swanson of Patronscan and learn how your bar or club can check IDs, catch fakes, keep troublemakers out and secure multiple entrances with the latest technology.24HOURNATION24HourNation provides free webinars, a podcast, and news for nighttime ec...

Will Straw is a thought leader in nighttime studies. He has influenced many students in his official capacity as Professor of Urban Media Studies in the Department of Art History and Communications Studies at Montréal’s McGill University.Dr. Straw’s reach as a speaker, visiting professor and expert has been amplified through The Urban Night. This website, media feed and interdisciplinary research project focuses on the nocturnal life of cities around the globe.Plus, Will is a cinephile a...

In this episode of 24 minutes from 24HourNation, we talk about the phenomenon of electronic dance music (EDM) events surging in popularity; the challenges and benefits of these events; and what municipal decisionmakers will want to know in order to reduce their anxiety.Our guest is Brandon Webb, Founder and CEO of One City Music Group and One City Future Sounds.24HOURNATION24HourNation provides free webinars, a podcast, and news for nighttime economy supporters. In addition to our Nighttime E...

Learn what “nighttime economy” means, how valuable it can be to your city and how US city governments are best managing their nighttime operations.Hear from Jim Peters, Founder and President of the Responsible Hospitality Institute and organizer of the annual Sociable Cities Summit."It's easy to say, 'We want to get rid of the problems' in our cities at night,'" Jim says."But the problems exist because of the interrelationship between many issues in our communities."24HOURNATION24HourNation p...

“I’m somebody who thinks of theatre as a place for everyone,” says Kelly Kerwin, the new artistic director for Oklahoma City Repertory Theater.Kelly is also somebody who believes places for everyone can be thought of as theatre.In May 2022, OKC Rep presented an original, site-specific experience, “Of A Mind.” Guided by a live narrator and set to a score of local voices, stories, sounds and music, audiences gathered as a group for an outdoor walking experience through parts of downtown Oklahom...

Do you want hear three priorities that will help your city’s nighttime economy bounce back from the coronavirus pandemic?How about if our guest expert also throws in the most important action your city can take? It surprised us.Spend 24 minutes with Michael Fichman, an international leader in policy, research and advocacy related to nighttime cities and nightlife arts and culture. Michael is also a city planner, DJ, producer, composer and author of Global Nighttime Recovery Plan.24HOURNATION2...

In nighttime businesses that serve alcohol, you can increase customer and employee safety by noticing uncomfortable and unsafe behavior. Learn one of the best ways to offer customer service is by taking care of your clientele when we spend 24 minutes with Haleigh Harrold, Executive Director of SAFE Bar Network.24HOURNATION24HourNation provides free webinars, a podcast, and news for nighttime economy supporters. In addition to our Nighttime Economy podcast, please follow us on: Threads Facebo...

Your city’s nighttime economy could strengthen if drinking, dining, dancing and other cultural entities form an alliance that advocates, educates, trains and builds your city’s brand.Gain great insights for your community and spend 24 minutes with Dominque Greco, founder of Orlando Hospitality Alliance.24HOURNATION24HourNation provides free webinars, a podcast, and news for nighttime economy supporters. In addition to our Nighttime Economy podcast, please follow us on: Threads Facebook Insta...