Wheel Talk: Navigating the Future of Bay Area Transit
San Mateo County Transit District
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Join Dan Lieberman and Randol White as they explore how transit agencies are working to solve public transportation challenges, improve the rider experience, and build a more connected future..
Each Wheel Talk episode features insightful conversations about navigating travel — whether on foot, by bicycle, SamTrans bus, Caltrain commuter rail, or car. Listen to in-depth interviews with transit experts, agency leaders, planners, and community advocates who share transparent insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping Bay Area mobility.
Also, seasonally, check out Hop Off Here — Wheel Talk’s special series on food, festivals, and fun. From taco trucks to music festivals, we’ll help you discover the flavors, celebrations, and hidden delights waiting just beyond your stop. Think of it as your rider’s guide to making the journey as enjoyable as the destination.
Whether you’re a daily transit rider, transportation planner, or interested in sustainable, inclusive transportation solutions, Wheel Talk delivers strategic perspectives on the public transit systems that keep the Bay Area connected and moving forward.
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Hop Off Here: Spring hiking by transit, SamTrans getaways, and Caltrain's Destination Downtown
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.Hop Off Here — Spring Adventures by Transit 🚆Spring is here — and it’s the perfect time to get out and explore the Bay Area by bus and train. In this episode…
Untangling the 101/92 interchange and what it means for the Peninsula
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.Wheel Talk Podcast Guests (in order of appearance): Jeneane Crawford, Caltrans Distric 4 PIO for San Mateo CountyUS 101 / SR 92 Interchange Short Term Area…
Hop Off Here: A Unique Coastal Park, Mexican Traditions, Veterans Day Parades, Holiday Shopping
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.(904) 867-4466 Send us an email: [email protected] Hop Off Here: Your ticket to exploring the Bay Area.Our first stop is on the Coastside to explore…
Reimagining a Bay Area highway for the future
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.Wheel Talk Podcast Guests (in order of appearance): Cassie Halls, SamTrans Major Corridors Manager Patrick Gilster, San Mateo County Transportation Authority…
The Big Sync: Making Bay Area transit transfers seamless
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.Wheel Talk Guests (in order of appearance): Andy Metz, AC Transit Regional Plans Principal Planner Millie Tolleson, SamTrans Director of Planning Ted Burgwyn,…
Learn why hydrogen power is the next big tool for public transit
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.The first hydrogen fuel cell electric buses (FCEBs) to serve public transit customers along the peninsula are now in service, with many more on the way in the…
S1E7 Episode 7: Transit-Oriented Development
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.SamTrans' Director of Real Estate and Property Development, Brian Fitzpatrick, offers insight into the District's land use over the years along with…
S1E6 Episode 6: The Life Cycle of a SamTrans Bus
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.SamTrans Director of Bus Maintenance Dave Harbour explains what it takes to be a SamTrans bus. We talk about buying new buses and retiring the old, Wi-Fi…
S1E5 Episode 5: Caltrain Maintenance 101 (Part 2)
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.We continue our conversation about Caltrain's maintenance operations and future improvements coming with electrification from a high level perspective with…
S1E4 Episode 4: Caltrain Maintenance 101 (Part 1)
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.Get the scoop on Caltrain’s day-to-day maintenance operations. With electrified service on the horizon and the ever-present challenges of an aging fleet, this…
S1E3 Episode 3: Route FCX and the Future of Express Bus
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.SamTrans Director of Planning, Christy Wegener, talks about the agency's recently launched Express Bus Route FCX operating between Foster City and San…
S1E2 Episode 2: How Measure W Drives Better Transportation
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.SamTrans Board Director Peter Ratto talks about the impact of Measure W, a voter-approved San Mateo County 1/2 cent transportation sales tax that passed in…
S1E1 Episode 1: Improving Safety on Caltrain Tracks
We want to hear from you! Send us a note.We kick off this series with a focus on rail safety and infrastructure. Rob Scarpino, Caltrain's Deputy Director of Rail Infrastructure, talks about the…
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Wheel Talk: Navigating the Future of Bay Area Transit has published 13 episodes since September 2019, covering topics in Government, Places & Travel.
Wheel Talk: Navigating the Future of Bay Area Transit is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 39m.
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