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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, once a month, 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: A Unique Coastal Park, Mexican Traditions, Veterans Day Parades, Holiday Shopping
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Reimagining a Bay Area highway for the future
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Aug 29, 2025 |
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The Big Sync: Making Bay Area transit transfers seamless
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Aug 05, 2025 |
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Learn why hydrogen power is the next big tool for public transit
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Feb 18, 2025 |
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Episode 7: Transit-Oriented Development
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Mar 19, 2020 |
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Episode 6: The Life Cycle of a SamTrans Bus
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Feb 19, 2020 |
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Episode 5: Caltrain Maintenance 101 (Part 2)
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Jan 15, 2020 |
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Episode 4: Caltrain Maintenance 101 (Part 1)
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Dec 18, 2019 |
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Episode 3: Route FCX and the Future of Express Bus
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Nov 13, 2019 |
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Episode 2: How Measure W Drives Better Transportation
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Oct 16, 2019 |
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Episode 1: Improving Safety on Caltrain Tracks
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Sep 17, 2019 |