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Muni Diaries

Muni Diaries
Muni
San Francisco
SFMTA
Public Transportation
Friendship
Covid-19
Dewayne Deams
BART
Public Transit
Six Parnassus
San Francisco Public Library
Transportation
Public Transport
Curtis E. Green Light Rail Center
9 San Bruno Muni Line
Transit Mechanics
Muni Diaries
Art
Community Kindness
Haiku

The Muni Diaries podcast is where you'll hear true stories that happened on public transportation in San Francisco and the Bay Area, presented by the editors of MuniDiaries.com. Since our launch in 2008, we've gathered stories from more than 4,000 transit riders. To submit your own story, or read more bus tales, visit MuniDiaries.com.

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We all know the feeling of sitting down on the J Church or the 38 Geary after an especially hard day and wishing we could just disappear into that red seat, alone with our misery, not smushed between 30 strangers. Other times, public transit surround... more

Dewayne Deams was born and raised in San Francisco and caught the transit bug early. You might say it's in his blood: his great-grandfather Curtis E. Green was the General Manager of Muni—the first Black GM of a major U.S. transit agency—and both of ... more

This is the final installment from our pop-up story booth at the San Francisco Public Libary's 2024 Night of Ideas! In this episode, we share a selection of bite-sized stories from everyday Muni riders about whimsical transit rides they've taken in o... more

Meaghan Mitchell returned to the Muni Diaries stage at our "Thank You, Driver" show with a loving tribute to her dad, 35-year Muni veteran Ronald Mitchell. She shares what it was like being raised by a Muni driver in '90s San Francisco, and what make... more

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Recent Guests

Ronald Mitchell
A longtime Muni operator and father of Meaghan Mitchell
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
Episode: Ep 157: Meaghan and Ronald Mitchell on the people's railway (and its people)
Meredith Charpentier
Currently rides Muni and used to take multiple lines to school
Episode: Ep. 155: Night of Ideas Part 2—The friends we made along the way
Michael Howley
Muni rider with 12 years of experience
Episode: Ep. 155: Night of Ideas Part 2—The friends we made along the way
Valentina Nakic
San Francisco resident originally from Bosnia
Episode: Ep. 155: Night of Ideas Part 2—The friends we made along the way
Kurt Schwartzmann
An artist and beloved Muni community member, known for creating art inspired by Muni drivers.
Yellowline Art
Episode: Ep. 154: Where the 6 takes you: How Kristee Ono met her hero

Hosts

Sarah Kat Simon
Co-host known for engaging storytelling and a welcoming approach that resonates with the audience, emphasizing community narratives.
Kat Siegel
Co-host who brings a sense of whimsy and a love for public transit storytelling, encouraging listeners to share their experiences.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Bravo to Alex Randall!

    Great story Alex Randall shared about his love with San Francisco. This is my most favorite episode of this podcast followed by the Mr. Boston episode. Episodes or stories like this that talk about San Francisco and how people love the city like I do for 20 years since 2003 bring a smile to my face! Alex did a great job with his story he shared I think it was back in November at Green Apple Books the episode was recorded, but I really enjoyed it. I really enjoyed it where I had the urge to reach... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J.L. Braswell
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the diverse local stories!

    Enjoyable mix of new and old stories about the greatest city. As all are ‘linked’ by public transportation, this is a wonderfully diverse podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sfrose1974
    United States6 years ago
  • Great stories! Intro/host seems off though

    I used to go to the live shows often when I lived in SF. I live abroad now and I’m so pleased to be able to get an SF fix. The tone of the host seems off though. It almost sounds stereotypically public radio-esque but this is storytelling. The host doesn’t need to have that whispering public radio thing. Either way, I’m so pleased to have found this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DianeyB
    United States8 years ago
  • organic.biz

    such great stories! want more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pilar rebar
    United States8 years ago

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The tone of the storytelling resonates well, and many find it relatable and engaging, although there are some critiques regarding the host's delivery style.
Listeners express appreciation for the diverse range of stories shared, particularly highlighting the deep connection to San Francisco's culture.
Overall, the podcast provides a delightful escape into the everyday life of city dwellers, demonstrating the meaningful role of public transit in building community.

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What is Muni Diaries about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content focuses on the vibrant and sometimes quirky experiences of commuters on public transportation in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Episodes feature true stories from riders, highlighting themes of community, connection, and the emotional nuances of navigating urban life through transit. Unique narratives often blend humor and poignancy, providing listeners with a diverse array of personal accounts that showcase the character of city life, particularly through the lens of public transportation. The podcast likely emphasizes the significance of these shared experiences in fostering a sense of belonging among city dwellers and celebrates the charm of day-to-day life in a bustling metropolitan area.

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How many episodes of Muni Diaries are there?

Muni Diaries launched 9 years ago and published 159 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Ronald Mitchell
2. Meredith Charpentier
3. Michael Howley
4. Valentina Nakic
5. Kurt Schwartzmann

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