# Where the Strong Towns Movement Is Headed in 2026

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Podcast: [The Strong Towns Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strong-towns-podcast-496821)
Published: 2026-02-09T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcast.strongtowns.org/e/where-the-strong-towns-movement-is-headed-in-2026/
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## Resource

In this year’s State of Strong Towns address, Chuck Marohn reflects on where the movement stands at the start of 2026 — what’s changed, what’s growing, and how the work ahead remains grounded in humility, restraint, and bottom-up action. Additional Show Notes ‍Watch on YouTube. Read the 2025 Annual Report. Chuck Marohn (Substack) This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Thank you!

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