Cele mai bune Transit Unplugged podcast-uri (2024)

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Enhancing the Transit Experience with Stephen Tu: Innovations at LA Metro 23:54

4d ago23:54

23:54

For people to want to ride transit, they need to feel safe. And feeling safe is more than just physical safety, it's a perception. A perception based on cleanliness, vandalism, anti-social behaviors, loitering, open drug use, fare jumping; things that create a feeling of disorder on top of actual physical safety. This was a huge problem in LA overa…

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From Votes to Riders: Transit’s Big Wins and News this Week 1:00

6d ago1:00

1:00

Transit won big in last week's United States elections, with 19 out of 25 communities approving transit measures on their ballots. According to the American Public Transportation Association, transit has seen an 86.67% win rate in 2024, with more than $25 billion going to fund public transit. Source: APTA On Remembrance Day, November 11th, Vancouve…

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Driving Transit Innovations – 5 Global Transit Leaders Share Their Visions of the Future 38:35

11d ago38:35

38:35

Join Paul Comfort we kick off Season 8 of Transit Unplugged! This special episode features a live CEO roundtable from the APTA TRANSform and EXPO packed with five of transit's biggest leaders. The panel features: Andy Lord from Transport for London Dottie Watkins from CapMetro in Austin Dwight Ferrell from SMART in Detroit Shawn Donaghy from North …

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23 Transit Initiatives on the Ballot Tuesday 1:00

13d ago1:00

1:00

Welcome to your Transit Unplugged News Minute where we cover the biggest headlines in the public transit industry. It’s Election week in the United States, with 23 transit initiatives on the ballot in 9 states. On Thursday, The American Public Transportation Association will hold a post-election webinar to discuss how the results will impact the tr…

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Achieving accessibility – Ron Brooks and Kristen Joyner on how to get us there 24:25

18d ago24:25

24:25

Accessibility is an essential and important topic in transit--and one that Transit Unplugged has deep connections to. From Paul's first job in transit to his work at WMATA and Baltimore MTA, he has championed ensuring transit connects everyone to all of life's opportunities. Tris' father was a pioneer in helping veterans in wheelchairs live indepen…

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Transit gets spooky, it's a gas in New York, and even cowboys get the bus 0:59

20d ago0:59

0:59

The State of New York's very first hydrogen fuel cell electric buses have arrived at Rochester's Regional Transit Service. The vehicles join the fleet that already has 20 battery electric buses. Source: RTS Trinity Metro in Fort Worth has brought some true Texas swagger to Cowtown with its new Orange Line service connecting downtown to the stockyar…

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Transit Unplugged Deep Cuts – Eulois Cleckley 11:00

23d ago11:00

11:00

From an interview with Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works CEO Eulois Cleckley and Paul Comfort originally aired in February, 2023. Eulois talks with Paul about his vision and approach to leadership with his REPPS model and how it's helped his team perform better and exceed what they thought they could accomplish. Link t…

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Driven to Succeed: Schneider St. Preux on climbing the transit career ladder 20:40

25d ago20:40

20:40

This week Paul is talking with someone we could call a Transit Unplugged superfan—Schneider St. Preux—who says he's listened to every podcast episode and credits Transit Unplugged with helping him in his upward career trajectory. We're so pleased to be part of Schneiders' career journey. As he says in this interview—listening and engaging in our po…

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L.A. County Transit Agencies to Cooperate on Bus Buying 0:59

27d ago0:59

0:59

One of the biggest issues facing U.S. public transit is the bus manufacturing crisis. There aren’t enough manufacturers to make the number of zero-emission buses needed for agencies to reach their greenhouse gas reduction goals. One of the hurdles is too much customization. To help, the L.A. Metro Board of Directors adopted a new policy, which incl…

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From the Eye of the Storm: A Transit Unplugged Special Episode 1:03:05

1M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

The back-to-back hurricanes that swept through the Southeastern U.S. brought unimaginable destruction to the region. Many places are far from recovered, with tens of thousands of people still without power in some areas. But behind the scenes, transportation networks need to keep running. People need to be evacuated to safety. Supplies have to get …

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All eyes are on the Southeastern U.S. 0:59

1M ago0:59

0:59

We've all been monitoring the heartbreaking news coming out of the Southeastern United States that has been ravaged by back to back hurricanes. The American Public Transportation Association has issued a statement saying APTA stands ready to aid our members, their employees, families, and communities. Source: APTA This Wednesday, the Transit Unplug…

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Rolling Through Rural Minnesota: Arrowhead Transit Connects Communities Together 16:33

1M ago16:33

16:33

This week on Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort interviews Brandon Nurmi, Director of Arrowhead Transit in Minnesota. Paul and Brandon discuss the unique challenges of operating a public transportation system across a vast, sparsely populated rural area. Brandon shares his journey in the transit sector, the geographical and logistical hurdles his…

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The TTC is going electric 0:59

1M ago0:59

0:59

Welcome to your Transit Unplugged News Minute, where we cover the biggest headlines in the transit industry. Good news for those who want to update their urban passenger rail systems. The U. S. Federal Railroad Association issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity for more than $1 billion. This funding is for systems working to expand, modernize, and …

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Reimagining Paratransit: TNC Collaboration 24:00

2M ago24:00

24:00

In this episode of Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort chats with paratransit thought leaders: Andre Colaiace from LA Access Services Chris Pangilinan from New York MTA Eileen Collins Turvey from Portland's TriMet They dive into how Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) are shaking up paratransit, making everything smoother for riders and more a…

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Take the train and TRANSform the climate 1:01

2M ago1:01

1:01

If you're looking for a more sustainable way to travel, Google has teamed up with Amtrak to show train routes for people booking travel on the search engine. Each time travelers choose Amtrak instead of flying, they can reduce their carbon footprint by up to 72%. Source: Amtrak This week, the American Public Transportation Association hosts its ann…

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Getting Boston’s Transit Down to a T: Conversation with MBTA’s COO Ryan Coholan 32:36

2M ago32:36

32:36

On this episode of Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort sits down with Ryan Coholan, the Chief Operating Officer of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA or The T) in Boston. Ever heard of a COO who drives his own train to work? Ryan is one of a few (only?) COOs who has kept up his Locomotive Engineer's License and regularly drives t…

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Get ready to party from LA to Vegas on Brightline West 0:59

2M ago0:59

0:59

Welcome to your Transit Unplugged News Minute, where we cover the biggest headlines in the transit industry. Ferry systems across the U.S. are about to get an upgrade. The Federal Transit Administration has awarded $300 million in grants to modernize ferry systems across 14 states. Source: FTA Vancouver's TransLink is one step closer to achieving i…

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Expanding Your Reach: Leveraging TNCs in Transit 26:04

2M ago26:04

26:04

This week we bring you a special episode sponsored by Uber Transit. Across the U.S., Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) are filling important gaps in transit networks. From giving rides to late night shift workers to helping elderly and disabled riders access the world around them, TNCs make sure "transit deserts" aren't "mobility deserts." Re…

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Arrr. Be this the bus that goes to ther docks? 0:58

2M ago0:58

0:58

Welcome to your Transit Unplugged News Minute, where we cover the biggest headlines in the transit industry. Last week, the American Public Transportation Association held a fly-in in Washington D.C. where transit agency leaders and advocates met with over 75 members of Congress and staff, urging them to not cut the funding levels to public transit…

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Connecting London: Philip Gerhardt Discusses TFL’s Transit Solutions 27:12

2M ago27:12

27:12

In this episode of Transit Unplugged, Paul talks with Philip Gerhardt, the Head of Bus Performance at Transport for London (TfL). Philip talks about what it's like keeping the over 650 bus routes moving smoothly at one of the world's largest public transport networks. And Philip doesn't just have to worry about the iconic double-decker red buses, h…

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New buses, new trains, and new service! 1:00

2M ago1:00

1:00

Welcome to your Transit Unplugged News Minute, where we cover the biggest headlines in the transit industry. As we kick off the new school year, we are seeing a lot of transit agencies launching. Launching new vehicles, new services, and new programs. In Houston, Texas, they rolled out their first electric buses. The Metropolitan Transit Authority …

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Resolving the Bus Manufacturing Crisis: Challenges, Changes, and the Path Ahead 36:01

2M ago36:01

36:01

The bus manufacturing crisis has been looming for years as more and more OEMs dropped out. But the final straw was when Proterra filed for bankruptcy protection and REV Group said it was closing its ENC facility to focus on the Canadian market. In the blink of an eye the U.S. was down to two major bus manufacturers: GILLIG and New Flyer. This put t…

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Get ready for a busy Labor Day Weekend 0:59

3M ago0:59

0:59

Welcome to September and your Transit Unplugged News Minute, where we cover the biggest headlines in the transit industry. Most transit systems will be operating on a holiday schedule today due to Labor Day in the United States and Canada. The U.S. Transportation Security Administration expects this will be the busiest Labor Day travel period on re…

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Exploring Vienna’s Multi-Modal Transit System with CEO Alexandra Reinagl 22:04

3M ago22:04

22:04

Join Paul Comfort as he takes you behind the scenes of Vienna's renowned public transit system, Wiener Linien. Discover the secrets behind the network, from seamless mobility chains to their innovative climate ticket. CEO Alexandra Reinagl shares insights on the city's strong commitment to public transport, decarbonizing the bus fleet, and the coll…

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Transit Unplugged Weekly News Minute with Julie Gates

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Enhancing the Transit Experience with Stephen Tu: Innovations at LA Metro 23:54

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From Votes to Riders: Transit’s Big Wins and News this Week 1:00

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Driving Transit Innovations – 5 Global Transit Leaders Share Their Visions of the Future 38:35

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23 Transit Initiatives on the Ballot Tuesday 1:00

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Achieving accessibility – Ron Brooks and Kristen Joyner on how to get us there 24:25

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Transit gets spooky, it's a gas in New York, and even cowboys get the bus 0:59

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Transit Unplugged Deep Cuts – Eulois Cleckley 11:00

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Driven to Succeed: Schneider St. Preux on climbing the transit career ladder 20:40

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L.A. County Transit Agencies to Cooperate on Bus Buying 0:59

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From the Eye of the Storm: A Transit Unplugged Special Episode 1:03:05

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All eyes are on the Southeastern U.S. 0:59

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Rolling Through Rural Minnesota: Arrowhead Transit Connects Communities Together 16:33

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The TTC is going electric 0:59

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Reimagining Paratransit: TNC Collaboration 24:00

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Take the train and TRANSform the climate 1:01

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Getting Boston’s Transit Down to a T: Conversation with MBTA’s COO Ryan Coholan 32:36

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Get ready to party from LA to Vegas on Brightline West 0:59

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Expanding Your Reach: Leveraging TNCs in Transit 26:04

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Arrr. Be this the bus that goes to ther docks? 0:58

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Connecting London: Philip Gerhardt Discusses TFL’s Transit Solutions 27:12

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New buses, new trains, and new service! 1:00

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Resolving the Bus Manufacturing Crisis: Challenges, Changes, and the Path Ahead 36:01

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Get ready for a busy Labor Day Weekend 0:59

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Exploring Vienna’s Multi-Modal Transit System with CEO Alexandra Reinagl 22:04

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