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Look Both Ways with David & Wes

Wes Marshall & David Zipper
Transportation
Autonomous Vehicles
Public Transportation
Zoran Mamdani
Traffic Noise
Urban Planning
Cost Of Transit Buses
Highway Trust Fund
Waymo
Transportation Research Board
Road Safety
E-Bikes
New York City
Fair Free Transit
Septa
Automatic Traffic Cameras
Transit Funding
Congestion Pricing
Traffic Policy
Highway Expansion

Pragmatic conversations about all things transportation, with Wes Marshall & David Zipper. If it moves on the road or on tracks, it's fair game.

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Gas Prices – David & Wes dig into the upside of high gas prices and why the story is more nuanced than it often seems. While rising costs at the pump can create real challenges, they also explore how higher prices can make other modes more attractive... more

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Mailbag! – David & Wes take listener questions on any and all things transportation. Before doing so, they talk about why David is at the Northwestern Transportation Library. The answer? He’s writing a book about congestion pricing called The Price o... more

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Florida Men – David & Wes venture down to Fort Lauderdale for the 2026 Safe Roads Summit. After their respective talks, they jump on stage to record a live podcast episode with Broward MPO Executive Director, Greg Stuart.

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Rural AVs – David & Wes take a deep dive into the future of rural transportation and why mobility challenges outside our cities deserve far more attention. From David’s experience trying to get around West Virginia to Wes’ take on “rural urbanism” an... more

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Wes Marshall
Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Colorado Denver; co-host focusing on engineering, urban mobility, and policy.
David Zipper
Host with deep focus on mobility policy, transit funding, and technology's impact on urban environments.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Informative and entertaining

    This is an excellent addition to The War on Cars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Len w
    United Statesa month ago
  • Extremely interesting

    Very interesting podcast if you’re an engineer or simply are interested in transportation.

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    5
    Imtrevor___
    United States6 months ago

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Interesting perspectives on how funding shapes transit and safety outcomes.
Great guest mix and practical takeaways for practitioners and policymakers.
Clear, accessible takes on complex mobility tech and urban planning topics.
Thoughtful, data-driven discussions grounded in real-world policy.

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Episode 11: Cities Pushing Back on Waymo + Our Most Memorable Road Trips
Q: What do you think about managed lanes?
Managed lanes might alleviate some criticisms against highway expansion, but whether they effectively move more people or should be replaced by bus lanes is debated. Ultimately, opinions on managed lanes vary, and there's no consensus yet.
Episode 11: Cities Pushing Back on Waymo + Our Most Memorable Road Trips
Q: How do motorcycles fit into the broader conversation about sustainable transportation, street design, and mode shift?
Motorcycles take up less space but are particularly dangerous, with data showing remarkably higher fatality rates compared to cars. The noise pollution and the potential health risks associated with motorcycles also make them less favorable in sustainable transportation discussions. Overall, they shouldn't be encouraged in city plans.
Episode 14: The Great Autonomous Vehicle Debate + David Under Fire
Q: What do you think about the response to your articles regarding autonomous vehicles?
The feedback has been varied, with some defending my position and others criticizing it, indicating the complexity of the AV topic.
Episode 14: The Great Autonomous Vehicle Debate + David Under Fire
Q: What was the best thing you saw at the TRB conference?
The most interesting was a session on New York City congestion pricing, revealing that the bulk of time savings were benefiting those outside of Manhattan.
Episode 8: The Hidden Harm of Traffic Noise + Advice for a Young Engineer
Q: How can a young civil engineer speak out about unsafe or outdated engineering practices without risking their careers?
They should first spend time understanding the environment, push back slightly to gauge reactions, and be patient in their role to influence change eventually.

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A practical look at mobility and transportation policy, focusing on how cities move people and goods. Episodes frequently cover autonomous vehicles, transit funding, bike lanes, pedestrian safety, and urban design, with a knack for translating complex policy debates into real-world implications for engineers, planners, and city leaders. Unique angles include hands-on takes from practitioners, critiques of high-profile tech deployments, and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom on infrastructure investments and transit reform. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who want thoughtful, data-informed discussion about how to design safer, more efficient urban transportation systems—and who enjoy accessible banter between two mobil... more

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