Transit Unplugged Levels Up Across Platforms with Fresh Look, Bigger Vision, and Global Momentum
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Transit Unplugged has grown into a global media platform for stories of people, places, and public mobility. With a bold new visual identity, expanded storytelling formats, and growing reach across public and private channels, the brand is evolving to meet the moment—and leading the conversation in transit innovation.
From weekly podcasts to cinematic travel episodes to quick-hit news recaps, Transit Unplugged now delivers high-impact content to industry professionals and transit fans alike.
A Unified Brand for a Connected Industry
The newly updated Transit Unplugged visual identity brings all show properties—podcast, video, and social—under one dynamic, recognizable banner. With refreshed visuals, consistent design across platforms, and a modern storytelling tone, the brand now reflects its growing influence across the mobility sector.
Transit Unplugged: The Podcast
The flagship product of the platform and the #1 podcast in public transportation, Transit Unplugged: The Podcast is hosted by globally recognized expert Paul Comfort, and features in-depth conversations with the people transforming transit around the world.
Each week, new episodes explore leadership, policy, technology, and personal stories—giving listeners smart, human-centered insight into public transit from every angle.
The podcast production team includes:
Paul Comfort – Creator, Producer, Host
Julie Gates – Executive Producer
Chris O’Keeffe – Producer
Cyndi Raskin – Associate Producer
“We’re evolving to better serve the transit community,” said Comfort. “Our mission remains the same—to spotlight the leaders, innovations, and success stories driving public transit forward—but now with a more engaging and immersive experience.”
Listen at transitunplugged.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Podcast archive and latest episodes are available at the Transit Unplugged Podcast Channel.
Transit Unplugged TV
An award-winning travel-style series, Transit Unplugged TV is your ticket to the food, fun, and culture of cities around the world! Join host Paul Comfort as we explore amazing destinations, go behind the scenes of their transit systems, and show you how to ride like a local and travel smarter.
New episodes premiere monthly on YouTube and stream via The Transportation Channel on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Samsung Plus, and more.
Upcoming destinations include Milan, Italy; Utah and Connecticut; Miami and Broward County, Florida; and Montreal, Canada.
Watch and subscribe at the Transit Unplugged TV YouTube Channel.
Transit Unplugged News Minute
A sharp, fast-paced weekly roundup of top headlines in transit and mobility—hosted by Executive Producer Julie Gates. Designed for busy professionals, the Transit Unplugged News Minute delivers timely, digestible updates on the industry stories that matter most.
Watch the latest updates on Instagram: @TransitUnplugged
By the Numbers: Growth Through Public and Private Partnerships
Transit Unplugged has dramatically expanded its footprint, thanks to a combination of public access TV partnerships and private platform distribution:
- 3.1 million+ YouTube views on Transit Unplugged TV content
- 575,000+ views across The Transportation Channel
- 255,000+ views via syndication partners (MSN, USA Today, Bloomberg, etc.)
- 240,000+ views of the Weekly Transportation Channel Show on DBTV
- 80,000+ platform views of Modaxo content via The Transportation Channel
- 475,000+ households reached through 19 PEG (Public, Education, and Government) TV stations in 12 U.S. states
“Transit is the gateway to discovering the true heart of a city—and through TV, streaming, and online platforms, we’re helping people everywhere see how to experience it for themselves,” said Paul Comfort.
About Transit Unplugged
Led by transit evangelist Paul Comfort and a passionate team of globe-trotting storytellers, Transit Unplugged is the definitive platform for people, places, and public mobility. Since 2017, Transit Unplugged has connected audiences to the leaders, systems, and cities shaping how the world moves—through podcasts, TV, and news.
Explore more at TransitUnplugged.com.
Media Contact
Chris O’Keeffe
Producer, Transit Unplugged
chris.o@modaxo.com
(860) 334-4702
