Best Clevel Podcasts (2024)

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Special Episode: Books and New Transit Funding with Paul Comfort and Davey Kim 32:13

21h ago32:13

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Today, Paul Comfort, Transit Evangelist and SVP/Chief Customer Officer at Modaxo, and Davey Kim SVP/Principal, National Transportation Policy and Multimodal Strategy, at WSP USA, join METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman. Topics include: Paul’s “The New Future of Public Transportation” book. The Federal Government’s Role in Funding Public Transit. P…

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Money Matters: Overcoming Financial Challenges in Business 33:37

1h ago33:37

33:37

Send us a Text Message. Can a struggling business really bounce back to success? In this episode, Ashlie and Whitney discuss their experiences navigating financial hardship within their company. They talk about the challenges of sustaining and growing a business under financial strain, the importance of sales and marketing, and the necessity of mak…

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SMART Moves: Dwight Ferrell on Public Transit Innovations in Detroit 22:38

2h ago22:38

22:38

In this episode of Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort interviews Dwight Ferrell, General Manager of SMART (Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation) in Southeastern Michigan. Dwight shares lessons from his lengthy career in public transportation, from a bus operator in Dallas to leading multiple transit agencies across the U.S. The…

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Ron Kilcoyne on the Three Essentials for Growing Transit Ridership 23:58

7d ago23:58

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Join Transit Unplugged host Paul Comfort as he dives into the critical issue of boosting post-pandemic transit ridership with Ron Kilcoyne. Ron is a seasoned transit professional with over 40 years in the industry, leading several transit agencies, and now a transit researcher and consultant. Ron and Paul explore some innovative solutions to increa…

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Closing Deals with Confidence: Whitney's Top Strategies 28:11

4d ago28:11

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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what it takes to master the art of sales? In this episode, Whitney and Ashlie dive into the psychology behind successful sales techniques. Whitney shares her approach to handling sales calls, building trust with potential clients, and securing long-term contracts. She emphasizes the importance of preparation, u…

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Special Episode: Lunch with Leon featuring Paul Comfort and Simon Reed 34:17

10d ago34:17

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Make sure you visit and subscribe to Lunch with Leon for great transit insights every week. https://audioboom.com/channels/5028700-lunch-with-leon Below are the original show notes: This week, Leon is joined by transport evangelist Paul Comfort and technology expert Simon Reed to discuss Paul’s latest book, The New Future of Public Transportation. …

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Transit Insights from Hong Kong, Singapore, and London with Adam Leishman 25:55

17d ago25:55

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Here's a stat you don't hear every day: over the course of his career (so far), Adam Leishman has helped move over 1.8 billion people. Billion. With a "b." I guess that's what happens when you've worked in three of the top transit cities in the world: London, Singapore, and Hong Kong. In his conversation with host Paul Comfort, Adam talks about Hon…

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The Transparency Trap: Balancing Honesty and Boundaries 30:08

22d ago30:08

30:08

Send us a Text Message. Transparency in business: essential or overrated? In this episode, Ashlie and Whitney look at the nuances of client communication and the importance of transparency in building trust and effective relationships. They discuss the pros and cons of being fully transparent with clients, including the potential for creating depen…

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Erick Van Wagenen, CEO WeDriveU, on Innovation and the Future of Transit Contracting 18:21

1M ago18:21

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In this episode Paul Comfort interviews Erick Van Wagenen, CEO of WeDriveU, formerly National Express. They discuss the transformation of National Express, the North American Transit Alliance, and the evolving role of contractors in public transportation. Additionally, Erick reflects on his 18-year career with WeDriveU, where he progressed from ass…

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NYC Stalls on Congestion Pricing: A Deep Dive with Matthew Daus 25:07

1M ago25:07

25:07

Plus policing on the subway and upcoming transit conferences. Last week, New York Governor Kathy Hochul abruptly put a stop to New York City's planned congestion charges due to come into effect June 30th. This announcement took nearly everyone by surprise, critics and supporters alike, and this week we have Matthew Daus return as our guest to talk …

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Resilient and Rising: Women Leading the Way 34:06

1M ago34:06

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Send us a Text Message. Ever felt like your voice is getting lost in the crowd? In this episode, Ashlie and Whitney share their personal stories of overcoming gender biases in leadership roles. This episode dives into the emotional and psychological challenges they've faced, how they've turned obstacles into opportunities, and the strategies they'v…

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Hill Testing, Hydrogen, and Electric Ferries: Halifax Transit’s Green Innovations with Dave Reage 25:20

1M ago25:20

25:20

While in Halifax, Canada filming Transit Unplugged TV, Paul sat down with Dave Reage, Executive Director of Halifax Transit and First Vice Chair of the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) to talk about his transit system, testing their new electric buses, and building new ferry terminals for an electric ferry fleet (a first in Canada). Dave s…

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From Struggles to Top Mortgage Originator | Chris Galli 1:09:23

1M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

In this episode, we delve into: - Chris's early life struggles and how he overcame them. - His transition into the mortgage industry and the secrets to his success. - The impact of personal development and leadership on his career. - How his work ethic and relentless drive have shaped his professional journey. - The importance of setting and achiev…

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Planning for Savannah’s Expanded Transit Future with Faye DiMassimo 29:30

2M ago29:30

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This week Paul chats with Faye DiMassimo, CEO and Executive Director of Chatham Area Transit Authority (CAT) in Savannah, and soon to be Chief of Planning and Economic Development for the City of Savannah. Paul and Faye discuss the recent APTA Public Transit CEO Conference, Faye's career path (including recent promotion), and the innovations at CAT…

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A Day in the Life in the C-Suite 28:06

2M ago28:06

28:06

Send us a Text Message. Life in the C-suite is anything but predictable—just ask Whitney and Ashlie. Whitney and Ashlie reveal the unpredictable and demanding nature of their executive roles. Sharing insights on how their days are filled with a mix of high-stakes decision-making, mundane tasks, and the constant balancing act between work and person…

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Tackling today’s biggest challenges at four transit agencies 43:44

2M ago43:44

43:44

Across North America there are four fundamental issues facing transit agencies: Getting enough buses Getting enough people to fix and drive the buses Getting enough funding to keep running the buses Getting (cyber)secure The bus manufacturing crisis is forcing many transit agencies to get creative at keeping buses running longer. Workforce shortage…

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Jason Redman: "There are a lot of teammates who did not wanna see me come back" 58:03

2M ago58:03

58:03

Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe! Your support helps us bring you more powerful content and helps others find us. Join our "Relentless Goal Achievers Community" on Facebook for more resources and inspiring discussions.By Jason Redman, Eric Konovalov

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Planes, trains, buses, and boats. Andy Lord has it all in London 30:07

2M ago30:07

30:07

Transport for London (TfL) covers every transport means possible from the iconic red double-deck buses to The Tube to trains and even ferries. Which means the person in charge of it all has a lot going on at any given moment. Andy Lord, Commissioner for TfL spent over 25 years in aviation before coming to transit in 2019 to run The Tube with then C…

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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 29:24

2M ago29:24

29:24

Send us a Text Message. Starting from scratch from fumbles to triumphs. Ashlie and Whitney pull back the curtain on their journey becoming ambitious creators. They explore their candid reflections on overcoming imposter syndrome, stumbling through their initial attempts, and ultimately finding success by learning from a dedicated podcast producer. …

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Celebrating Paul’s Newest Book: The New Future of Public Transportation 37:49

2M ago37:49

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This week we're celebrating the release of Paul's newest book, The New Future of Public Transportation, which is the sequel to The Future of Public Transportation published early in 2020. To say public transport faced an crisis or inflection point in the past four years is an understatement. In this updated edition, Paul collected essays by 30 tran…

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Launching Successful Innovations at SEPTA with Emily Yates 25:34

3M ago25:34

25:34

In a previous episode we talked about SEPTA's innovative SCOPE (Safety, Cleaning, Ownership, Partnership, and Engagement) program -- https://transitunplugged.com/transit-unplugged-podcast/how-septa-is-making-a-difference-in-the-lives-of-vulnerable-people/ -- and how it was helping the city's most vulnerable people. This week we get the big picture …

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Grow Your Business in an Hour with these Strategies | Tyler Mount 39:33

3M ago39:33

39:33

🔹 What You'll Learn: -How to leverage your personal profile to enhance your brand. -Tyler’s journey from Broadway to digital marketing mogul. -Essential strategies for real estate agents and other entrepreneurs to optimize their digital presence. -Real-life applications of these tactics that brought success to Tyler’s clients.…

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The Remote Working Reality for Business Moms 31:09

3M ago31:09

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Send us a Text Message. When work meets life in the most literal sense, it's not just about conference calls interrupted by cries for snacks—it's about redefining professionalism. In this episode, Ashlie and Whitney reflect on the challenges and triumphs of balancing professional responsibilities with the unpredictability of raising children in a r…

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Welcome to Transit Unplugged! 0:47

3M ago0:47

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Transit Unplugged, the world's leading podcast for transit professionals, is hosted and produced by Modaxo SVP and transit evangelist Paul Comfort. Each week, Paul sits down with public transit leaders from around the world to talk about their agencies, how they're facing current challenges, their thoughts on the future of public transit, plus insi…

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Episode 300! 30:43

3M ago30:43

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Welcome to episode 300 of Transit Unplugged! When Paul started the podcast in November 2017, I don't think anyone would have thought that seven seasons later we'd be at our 300th episode. Paul started this podcast to shine a light on the impact of transit on society and give transit leaders a chance to talk about their agencies and their careers, u…

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System Redesign and Transit Revival in Madison with Justin Stuehrenberg 22:51

3M ago22:51

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Justin Stuehrenberg GM of Madison Metro and his team used COVID as the impetus to finally put a long-planned system redesign into motion and completed it in June 2023. Since then they've seen a 15% increase in ridership. Justin and Paul talked about how his new network works, how geography figured into it, and the new bus rapid transit (BRT) lines …

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The Journey From the Ground Floor to the C-Suite 27:36

3M ago27:36

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Send us a Text Message. Whitney and Ashley discuss their journey to becoming the CEO and CFO of their company, respectively. They reflect on their early roles in the company, the challenges they faced, and how they navigated through adversity. Both highlight the importance of understanding team strengths, providing a supportive environment, and bei…

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Cheer and Change: Ashlie Marshall’s Journey of Growth 40:26

3M ago40:26

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Send us a Text Message. Ashlie opens up about her journey from childhood to adulthood. She grew up in a devout Catholic household, frequently moving around the country due to her father's work in military housing construction. There was a series of religious schools, then eventually the family settled into a Lutheran school in Tomball, Texas, where…

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Resilience Rewritten: Whitney Ramirez's Path Through Adversity 39:23

3M ago39:23

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Send us a Text Message. From overcoming adversity to carving her own path. Whitney Ramirez's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, we dive into Whitney's past, a mosaic of challenges and triumphs that shaped her indomitable spirit. Growing up believing her great-grandparents were her grandparents and dealing with a serious hea…

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Public Transport Insights and Innovations in the Middle East from UITP MENA 24:52

3M ago24:52

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In this special episode we have guest host, and past guest, Dr. Kaan Yildizgoz hosting a live CEO roundtable from the Modaxo booth at the UITP MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition. Kaan is joined by: Renée Amilcar: President of UITP & General Manager of OC Transpo, Canada Abdulla Al Marzouqi: Director General – Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), …

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Public Transit Trumps Politics in Oklahoma City with Mayor David Holt 28:38

4M ago28:38

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Usually on Transit Unplugged we bring you the voices and stories of transit leaders from around the world, but this week we have something a little different. Join Paul as he sits down with Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt to talk about transit, politics, and changing how people view public transit in his city. As David describes it, like many cities…

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4M ago0:32

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