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Episode 46: Chester-Hadlyme Ferry Vessel’s 75th Anniversary

Along The Lines - June 04, 2024 13:32 - 19 minutes
Join us in celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Chester-Hadlyme ferry's vessel, the Selden III. We will explore the ferry’s rich history and discuss how it continues to connect communities across the Connecticut River.  Special guests Captain John F. Kennedy, ferry captain from the CTDOT, a...

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Episode 45: Drive Less CT Climate Challenge

Along The Lines - April 22, 2024 14:53 - 20 minutes
It’s time for the Drive Less CT Climate Challenge, kicking off on Earth Day, April 22nd. Since 2018, this initiative, led by CTDOT in collaboration with CTrides, has seen impressive results in raising awareness and promoting sustainable transportation. Tune in to discover more about the challeng...

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Episode 44: Microtransit

Along The Lines - March 22, 2024 18:25 - 20 minutes
Embark on a trip into the future of public transportation with Along the Lines! Host Ben Limmer takes you on a captivating journey into the world of microtransit, joined by special guests Mark Goodale from the Connecticut Department of Transportation and Matt Pentz from Norwalk Transit District....

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Episode 43: Bus Service Enhancements

Along The Lines - March 05, 2024 16:15 - 19 minutes
The CT Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is embarking on an ambitious initiative to elevate bus services across the state. Tune into the latest episode of Along the Lines as host Ben Limmer discusses Connecticut's visionary plan with guests Lisa Rivers from CTDOT and Michael Carroll of Southe...

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Episode 42: Public Transportation Funding

Along The Lines - February 06, 2024 14:12 - 24 minutes
In this episode of Along the Lines, host Ben Limmer and guests Sharon Greene and Gary Pescosolido delve into the funding sources, the challenges faced, and the importance of modernizing public transport infrastructure. This informative discussion sheds light on the process of funding public tran...

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Episode 41: New Rail Cars for CTrail

Along The Lines - January 03, 2024 19:33 - 15 minutes
The Connecticut Department of Transportation is planning to acquire 60 state-of-the-art rail cars for the CTrail Hartford Line, Danbury, and Waterbury branches. Tune in for an insider’s look at the future of Connecticut’s vital rail lines with host Ben Limmer and his guests Marci Petterson and C...

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Episode 40: 2023 - Year in Review

Along The Lines - December 20, 2023 14:08 - 16 minutes
Join host Ben Limmer, Bureau Chief for the Connecticut Department of Transportation, in this special episode as he recaps the transformative year of 2023. From groundbreaking projects to innovative programs, Limmer highlights significant accomplishments that have shaped Connecticut's transportat...

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Episode 39: Electrification of Connecticut’s Bus Fleet

Along The Lines - November 07, 2023 14:44 - 20 minutes
In the latest episode of Along the Lines, host Ben Limmer and special guests Rahmane Camara (Transportation Planner 2 at the Connecticut Department of Transportation) and Carmine Fiore (Regional Sales Manager at New Flyer) discuss Connecticut's bold journey to electrify its entire bus fleet by 2...

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Episode 38: Customer Experience Action Plan

Along The Lines - October 03, 2023 12:50 - 20 minutes
Tune in to the latest episode of Along the Lines with host Ben Limmer and discover details about the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s (CTDOT) recent Customer Experience Action Plan. Special guests Alicia Leite and Doug Holcomb share customer feedback and their insights on CTDOT’s initi...

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Episode 37: Token Transit

Along The Lines - September 05, 2023 19:43 - 19 minutes
Technology has had a transformative impact on public transit. It has changed how we navigate our cities from bus systems, to planning strategies, and fare payment methods. The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has recently implemented Token Transit – the app that's changing the ga...

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Episode 36: Introducing Benjamin Limmer

Along The Lines - August 01, 2023 17:17 - 17 minutes
Welcome back, listeners! Get ready for an exciting return of "Along the Lines" as we introduce our new host, Benjamin Limmer, Public Transportation Bureau Chief at the CTDOT. In this episode, we'll dive into Ben's inspiring vision for a sustainable, innovative, and collaborative transit future i...

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Episode 35: Customer Experience Action Plan

Along The Lines - November 08, 2022 19:32 - 39 minutes
Earlier this year, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) initiated the Customer Experience Action Plan as a way to collect customer feedback and input regarding future programs, policies, and investments to improve public transportation in Connecticut.  Tune in to this new episo...

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Episode 34: Rich Andreski’s Farewell Address

Along The Lines - July 27, 2022 13:08 - 14 minutes
Join Rich Andreski as he hosts his last episode of the Along the Lines podcast. As he reflects on the past 7 years as Bureau Chief of Public Transportation at the Connecticut Department of Transportation, Rich discusses the highlights, success, accomplishments, and future plans for the CTDOT. Wh...

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Episode 33: New Look - New Haven Union Station

Along The Lines - July 07, 2022 13:32 - 29 minutes
As a major transportation hub for Connecticut, New Haven Union Station is the epicenter of rail connections to New York City, Hartford, New London, Springfield, Boston, Washington, D.C., and points in between. It also welcomes travelers with magnificent architecture, ornate ceilings, and unique ...

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Episode 32: ParkConneCT Returns - Summer 2022

Along The Lines - June 08, 2022 13:05 - 27 minutes
Summer is right around the corner and the ParkConneCT program has returned for your outdoor adventures! A collaboration with the Connecticut Departments of Transportation (CTDOT) and Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), ParkConneCT will provide safe and reliable transportation to several ...

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Episode 31: Reconnecting the City of Hartford

Along The Lines - May 10, 2022 18:36 - 29 minutes
Urban renewal left a legacy of broken neighborhoods in Hartford and other cities. The development of Interstates 91 and 84 allowed for faster transportation into the city but also destroyed neighborhoods and cut the city off from the Connecticut River. Today, programs like iQuilt and the Hartfor...

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Episode 30: Waterbury Line Improvements

Along The Lines - April 26, 2022 15:34 - 29 minutes
Waterbury is a significant hub for Connecticut’s rail network. The Waterbury Line connects people in Waterbury and the Naugatuck Valley to New Haven, New York and all points in-between. The recently upgraded Waterbury Line boasts many features that improve operations and our customers’ experienc...

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Episode 29: Transit & Jobs - Getting to Work in CT

Along The Lines - April 12, 2022 13:28 - 27 minutes
Public transportation connects our communities in many ways, especially for job seekers and those entering the workforce. As Connecticut’s economy continues to develop and companies are looking to fill open positions, it is critical that our transportation systems are up-to-date and are aligned ...

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Episode 28: The Future of CT Bus Systems

Along The Lines - March 29, 2022 12:56 - 27 minutes
For many Connecticut residents, the bus plays a vital role in their day-to-day lives. As technology continues to advance and commute patterns shift, our bus systems must also be enhanced and stay up-to-date to meet the rider’s needs. Electric buses, expanded service hours, real-time signage, and...

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Episode 27: Mobility On-Demand

Along The Lines - March 15, 2022 13:01 - 27 minutes
E-scooters and e-bikes are small, “micromobility” vehicles, powered by electricity or manual power. They save money on gas, and help the environment. Microtransit is an innovative on-demand transit service that can bridge the gap between public transportation trips. On this episode of Along th...

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Episode 26: Aira- Making Travel More Accessible For Those Who are Blind or Have Low Vision

Along The Lines - March 01, 2022 14:33 - 28 minutes
For those who are blind or have low vision, navigating life is not easy. Even something as simple as taking a bus or train comes with challenges. With the new pilot program Aira, riders can now live stream through their phone’s camera and connect to personal agents who can help them navigate by ...

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Episode 25: Real People - Real Stories

Along The Lines - February 14, 2022 14:34 - 19 minutes
We all know green commuting is great for the earth and our state, but most residents don’t think about it as part of their day-to-day life. On this episode, we speak with three guests who DO use green commuting options on a daily basis, and they have some wonderful and positive stories to tell a...

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Episode 24: U-Pass CT Giving College Students Access to Transit

Along The Lines - February 01, 2022 14:44 - 30 minutes
Tens of thousands of Connecticut’s community college and state university students have traveled with the U-Pass CT program. Students at participating schools received the U-Pass CT card, which provides unlimited use of any public transportation. This program has also eliminated another barrier ...

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Episode 23: Climate Change and Resiliency

Along The Lines - January 18, 2022 14:18 - 34 minutes
In Connecticut, 38% of all greenhouse gases come from transportation! Our everyday choices of how we travel around the state have a lasting impact on the climate where we live, work and play. In this episode of Along the Lines, join host Rich Andreski and his guests from the Connecticut Depart...

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Episode 22: Auld Lang Syne -- Year-End Review

Along The Lines - December 22, 2021 20:53 - 8 minutes
2021 was yet another year of uncertainty and change! But more importantly, it was a year of continued adaptation and ultimate growth. Essential workers such as our bus drivers and train conductors, continued to persevere, vaccines became readily available, and public transportation ridership num...

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Episode 21: Mobility in Southeastern CT

Along The Lines - December 09, 2021 14:10 - 30 minutes
From Mystic Seaport and Aquarium, to Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods casinos and resorts, and the picturesque beaches of the Long Island Sound, there’s no denying that Southeastern Connecticut is filled with historic and world-class tourist attractions that draw millions of visitors from near and far e...

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Episode 20: Accessible Transportation- ADA and Paratransit

Along The Lines - November 17, 2021 16:49 - 30 minutes
Finding transportation options can seem overwhelming for our fellow citizens who are restricted by age, mobility issues, or cognitive and physical disabilities. However, with the services of Mobility Management as identified in The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, these individuals...

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Episode 19: Downtown Crossing

Along The Lines - November 03, 2021 13:20 - 30 minutes
In 1959, the lively neighborhoods of New Haven, CT were disrupted and separated by the development of the Route 34 expressway. After nearly half a century, they will be reconnected through the Downtown Crossing project. This project will make the city safer, more accessible for pedestrians, and ...

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Episode 18: CT Ferry System

Along The Lines - October 19, 2021 13:48 - 23 minutes
Connecticut has the nation’s oldest continuously operating ferry service. Since the 1700s, the Connecticut State Ferry system has moved goods, passengers, bikes, and now cars across the Connecticut River. Today people use the ferries as part of their commute, but they play an important role in t...

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Episode 18: CT Ferry System

Along The Lines - October 19, 2021 13:48 - 23 minutes
Connecticut has the nation’s oldest continuously operating ferry service. Since the 1700s, the Connecticut State Ferry system has moved goods, passengers, bikes, and now cars across the Connecticut River. Today people use the ferries as part of their commute, but they play an important role in t...

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