The Podcast where we discuss all things transit. Join us as we dive into transit systems across the US, bring you interviews with experts and advocates, and engage in some fun and exciting challenges along the way.
In this episode, we discuss highway removal projects in Rochester, San Francisco, and Portland. What happened after removing the highways and which cities could be next? Send us a text Support the show
Diving into the alphabet soup of transit, we discuss which is better, BRT (bus rapid transit) or LRT (light rail). BRT may be cheaper but is it better? Light Rail is the sexier option, but does it always make sense for every city? Find out on this episode of Transit Tangents! Send us a text Support the show
In this episode we dive into transit in the Big Easy, New Orleans. From streetcars to bikes to buses, join us as we explore this incredible city using only public transit. Send us a text Support the show
Chris and Louis are hitting the road from Austin to New Orleans. Listen to this week's episode as we count how many transit and transportation projects along the path are being funded by the Bi-Partisan Infrastructure Bill. Send us a text Support the show
We interview Carmen Llanes , an Austin mayoral candidate, GAVA community organizer, and activist. We ask her about all things transit in Austin including I-35 expansion and Project Connect. #1 Additional (For the non-Austinites): We PROMISE episodes are coming that are NOT focused on Austin. Stay Tuned! #2 Additional (For the Austinites): Due to time constraints, we did not go as in-depth on Project Connect. You can see Carmen's full position here: Carmen: "As I mentioned in our conversation, I ...
Cities are grappling with enforcing parking restrictions in bike lanes. Why is this dangerous? How can we fix it? Are citizen bounty programs the answer? Also, Louis speaks to the Austin City Council about this very issue. Send us a text Support the show
Have you noticed more bus and bike lanes, or narrower car lanes in your city? You may have first-hand experience with a "Road Diet." In this episode, we discuss where these projects are popping up, how they impact cities, and much more. Send us a text Support the show
In this episode, we are joined by Claudia from Yellow Bike Austin as we continue to discuss how you can get involved in your community. Learn about Yellow Bike's mission and how they support the cycling community. Send us a text Support the show
In this episode we interview Adam Powell , a community organizer, advocate, and candidate for Austin City Council - Distrct 7. We discuss his journey in becoming a community organier and explore how to inspire others to stand up for better transit in their communities. Send us a text Support the show...
Transit Tangents is joined by Noah from Street Craft , a YouTube channel that explores Solution-oriented approaches to traffic engineering, urban planning, and city design. We ask Noah how he became interested in urbanism and how he thinks we can craft better streets. Send us a text Support the show...
In this episode we ask the question, "can you see Salt Lake City in a day using only public transit?" From the bus to the Trax, from the FrontRunner to the mountains, and all of the places in between, find out on this episode of Transit Tangents. Send us a text Support the show
By now, even your city has probably been invaded by dockless scooters. What are they? Where did they come from? Are they better than dockable bikes? What is Micro-Mobility? Find out all of this and more in this week's episode. Send us a text Support the show
Louis and Chris meet up with Kelsey Huse, a transit advocate, self-described "freeway fighter," and disciple in the "cult of the e-Bike." Listen to our conversation about why Kelsey chose an e-bike over the bus, how she became involved in transit advocacy, and more. (Note: We are not sponsored by HEB…yet) Send us a text Support the show
On the second episode of our Salt Lake City series, we look into the Little Cottonwood Canyon proposed Gondola. Join us as we interview Julia Geisler, the executive director of the Salt Lake Climber's Alliance, on her organization's opposition to the UDOT project. Send us a text Support the show
In this episode Chris and Louis travel to Salt Lake City where they explore how to use public transit to enjoy outdoor recreational activities. Send us a text Support the show
In this episode we dive into recent federal legislation aimed at improving transportation and infrastructure across the country. Send us a text Support the show
In this episode, Louis and Chris discuss the upcoming expansion of I-35 through the heart of Austin, Texas. Join us as we interview folks who are passionately fighting this TXDOT project. Send us a text Support the show
In this episode, we meet up with a long-time transit user to hear about their experiences riding the bus in Austin, TX, and get their hot tips for the transit curious. Send us a text Support the show
In this episode we take on our first challenge of the podcast, teaching a first time bus rider how to navigate Austin, TX. Send us a text Support the show
In this episode, you'll meet Louis and Chris, two city-obsessed nerds who want to share their love of all things related to transit. Send us a text Support the show
