Transportopia Introductory Episode 1

In the inaugural episode of Transportopia, host Rick L’Amie introduces the podcast's unique approach to discussing public transit, focusing on both the human side and the technical aspects. The episode covers significant transit news, including the impact of New York City's congestion pricing and the challenges faced by transit agencies across the U.S. L’Amie emphasizes the importance of collaboration among transit leaders and other professionals to address societal issues related to transit. The episode concludes with a preview of the next guest, Aaron Weinstein, an expert in customer experience for transit riders.