“More People on My Buses, More Space on the Road for You”

As the holidays inch closer, we’re all thinking a little more about movement — the small miracles that get us from city centers to quiet suburbs, from campuses to job sites, from airports to front doors. This is the time of year when buses, trains, planes, and people all work a little harder to bring us back to the folks who matter.

Wherever you’re headed — or wherever you’re staying put — we hope this week’s stories give you a moment to appreciate the systems, the workers, and the communities that make travel possible. It’s a good season to remember: every journey home starts with someone keeping the world moving.

This Week on The Podcast

Paul Comfort sits down with Maureen Cosyn Heath, Director of Transit for the City of Mississauga and the leader of MiWay, the third-largest municipal transit agency in Ontario.

Learn about her journey supporting 775,000 residents with 500 buses, over 1,700 employees, and how she’s preparing for major system updates

TUTV: Inside Connecticut

Paul explores the vibrant heart of Connecticut—featuring exclusive interviews with the lead singers from Styx and REO Speedwagon! From the golden dome of Hartford’s Capitol to the legendary Mark Twain House, this episode includes iconic sights, local dining favorites, and behind-the-scenes access to the state’s public transit.

ICYMI: Ginny Smith

Paul sits down with Ginny Smith, Executive Director of the Cape Girardeau (Missouri) County Transit Authority. Ginny shares how rural transit systems provide essential access to jobs, healthcare, education, and independence for the people they serve. From vanpools that connect workers to regional employers, to a new university transit partnership, to technology investments that improve safety and rider experience, Cape Girardeau is a powerful example of how small systems innovate while prioritizing efficiency.

The News Minute

Curious about the latest headlines in the transit industry? Check out our Transit Unplugged News Minute with Julie Gates. She covers the biggest stories in the industry every week. Click to view, and subscribe so you don’t miss a thing. This week:

🗳️ American Public Transportation Association (APTA) urges President Trump to reject proposed cuts to federal transit funding.
🚉 NJ TRANSIT gives its fleet a modern upgrade — replacing 429 aging rail cars for a smoother, more comfortable ride.
✈️ And #Modaxo launches a brand-new podcast — The Aviation Report — for everyone who loves aircraft, airports, and innovation in the skies.

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