Latest Publictransport Podcast Episodes
Ep. 134: An evening with Mr. Boston, Muni operator
Muni Diaries - November 22, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsMany of you might know Mike Delia better as Mr. Boston, an operator on the F-Market and an impressive list of standard lines across town. Hailing from Massachusetts, he got bit by the transit bug when he was just 5 years old, riding the bus with his father, who was also an operator. You can ofte...
Episode 35: Customer Experience Action Plan
Along The Lines - November 08, 2022 19:32 - 39 minutesEarlier 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...
Ep 133: Searching for one long lost Muni shelter
Muni Diaries - November 01, 2022 17:28 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsHere at Muni Diaries headquarters, we don't often talk about ourselves because, after all, Muni Diaries is about your stories. But every once in a while, something happens that still makes us go, "I can't believe that went down." So today, cofounders Tara and Eugenia are sharing the story of how...
Ep. 132: Meet the new additions to the Muni Diaries crew
Muni Diaries - October 26, 2022 00:28 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsYou might have seen these two awesome people who joined the Muni Diaries crew earlier this year, and in today's episode, you'll get to know more about our new editors, Kat Siegal and Sarah Katz-Hyman. If you are a part of the local Transit Twitter community, you are probably already familiar wi...
Ep. 131: Broke-Ass Stuart opens up about 20 years of documenting San Francisco
Muni Diaries - October 11, 2022 15:17 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIf you live in San Francisco for any length of time, you can't not know Broke-Ass Stuart. Stuart Schuffman (and his team of writers) have been writing about San Francisco for two decades now, and he is celebrating the occasion on Oct. 13 with a big 20th Anniversary Party. We took the opportuni...
Ep. 130: Becca Henry's unbelievable New Year's Eve on BART
Muni Diaries - September 26, 2022 02:30 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsComedian Becca Henry say she is San Francisco born, raised by wolves, and got her start on stage performing comedic burlesque before buying new bras and making her way into standup. In today's episode, she recounts one wild evening on BART on New Year's Eve before she was heading to a performanc...
Episode 34: Rich Andreski’s Farewell Address
Along The Lines - July 27, 2022 13:08 - 14 minutesJoin 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...
Ep. 129: Of trauma and forgiveness at a 22-Fillmore stop
Muni Diaries - July 14, 2022 23:16 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsSan Francisco native and San Francisco Standard journalist Meaghan Mitchell takes the stage, sharing this life-changing experience from her youth at a 22-Fillmore stop. A reminder that stories on Muni Diaries can range from sweet and quirky, to weird and funny, to powerful, at times uncomfortab...
Episode 33: New Look - New Haven Union Station
Along The Lines - July 07, 2022 13:32 - 29 minutesAs 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 ...
Ep. 128: BART Board by day, Muni superhero by night
Muni Diaries - June 15, 2022 23:50 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWhen BART Board Director Janice Li saw a fight break out on the bus, she took matters into her own hands. But what she saw after making a public information request for the bus footage (which anyone can do, BTW) was something else entirely.
Episode 32: ParkConneCT Returns - Summer 2022
Along The Lines - June 08, 2022 13:05 - 27 minutesSummer 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 ...
Ep. 127: Katie Haverkamp and LeBron James (the cat) just can't quit SF
Muni Diaries - May 23, 2022 19:30 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThe world’s biggest Boat Tram fan Katie Haverkamp (mom of Muni-riding cat LeBron James) returned to the Muni Diaries Live stage to explain why she can't quit San Francisco. Spoiler alert: this lady has got zero commitment phobia when it comes to her love for this city.
Ep. 127: Katie Havercamp and LeBron James (the cat) just can't quit SF
Muni Diaries - May 23, 2022 19:30 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsThe world’s biggest Boat Tram fan Katie Haverkamp (mom of Muni-riding cat LeBron James) returned to the Muni Diaries Live stage to explain why she can't quit San Francisco. Spoiler alert: this lady has got zero commitment phobia when it comes to her love for this city.
Episode 31: Reconnecting the City of Hartford
Along The Lines - May 10, 2022 18:36 - 29 minutesUrban 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...
Ep. 126: Hayden Miller's wild ride
Muni Diaries - May 10, 2022 01:49 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsSafe streets advocate Hayden Miller joined the Muni Diaries Live stage for the first time in April 2022. He might be in high school, but his expertise was known to a n00b Muni operator, who leaned on that knowhow for driving directions (seriously). All ended up in some...uncharted territory.
Asia......Minor
Ekiben Podcast - May 02, 2022 02:51 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsJared talks about his favourite line of his favourite urban rail system in his favourite country. Cara talks about the old junk that makes subways very expensive. Cara's sources: https://www.grunge.com/103340/artifacts-found-building-subway-systems/?utm_campaign=clip https://www.discoverm...
Episode 30: Waterbury Line Improvements
Along The Lines - April 26, 2022 15:34 - 29 minutesWaterbury 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...
Ep. 125: A Muni operator you really need to meet
Muni Diaries - April 26, 2022 03:36 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWe're thrilled to bring you a live taping from our return to the stage at Muni Diaries Live on April 7, 2022! In this episode, Muni operator MC Allen explains how he went from transit fan, San Francisco devotee, to a Muni operator who went absolutely viral on Twitter. This is a story that we ...
Episode 29: Transit & Jobs - Getting to Work in CT
Along The Lines - April 12, 2022 13:28 - 27 minutesPublic 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 ...
Episode 28: The Future of CT Bus Systems
Along The Lines - March 29, 2022 12:56 - 27 minutesFor 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...
Ep. 124: Two poets enter, one poet leaves...it's the Muni Haiku Battle!
Muni Diaries - March 22, 2022 14:35 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsIf you’ve been to Muni Diaries Live, you know we end every show with a Muni themed poetry throw down called the Muni Haiku Battle. After taking a two year break from the stage during the pandemic, Muni Diaries Live is back at Rickshaw Stop on Thursday, April 7, 2022! We are so excited to be back ...
Episode 27: Mobility On-Demand
Along The Lines - March 15, 2022 13:01 - 27 minutesE-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...
Ep. 123: Returning to the stage with Meaghan Mitchell
Muni Diaries - March 04, 2022 12:30 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsWe are back! And in more ways than one. We've been busy cooking up a little something for you, and we're ready to let the cat out of the bag! Muni Diaries Live is returning to the stage on April 7, 2022! It's been almost exactly two years since our pandemic-induced hiatus, and we can't wait to ...
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 minutesFor 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 ...
Episode 25: Real People - Real Stories
Along The Lines - February 14, 2022 14:34 - 19 minutesWe 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...
Episode 24: U-Pass CT Giving College Students Access to Transit
Along The Lines - February 01, 2022 14:44 - 30 minutesTens 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 ...
Episode 23: Climate Change and Resiliency
Along The Lines - January 18, 2022 14:18 - 34 minutesIn 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...
Episode 22: Auld Lang Syne -- Year-End Review
Along The Lines - December 22, 2021 20:53 - 8 minutes2021 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...
Episode 21: Mobility in Southeastern CT
Along The Lines - December 09, 2021 14:10 - 30 minutesFrom 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...
Ep. 122: Finding the silver lining in teaching on Zoom
Muni Diaries - November 23, 2021 20:28 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratingsEducator Kelly Gregor Hartlaub had been a librarian for some time until the pandemic hit, and she was suddenly called to become a teacher on Zoom for distance learning. Her first task as a Zoom teacher? Sex education. And that wasn't even the hardest part. Kelly shares the challenges of teach...
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