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Taken with Transportation

SFMTA
San Francisco
Muni
Public Transit
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
SFMTA
Public Transportation
Traffic Management
Parking Regulations
Covid-19
Transportation
Curb Management
Muni Forward
Accessibility
Youth Transportation Advisory Board
Five Corridor
Transit Month
L Taraval Rail Line
Infrastructure Improvements
Mobility Management
Boat Tram

Welcome to Taken with Transportation, the official podcast of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). Each episode will take you along for the ride as we profile the people and policies that make accessible, equitable transportation in San Francisco possible. These stories will cover everything from the city’s streets to the inner workings of the SFMTA and offer insight and per... more

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It’s Climate Week in San Francisco! So, in this episode, we’re discussing the work the SFMTA does to give people environmentally friendly transportation options. From Muni to EV charging stations at the curb, it’s not hard to go green while getting a... more

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Transit Employee Appreciation Day is coming up on March 18, and March is Women’s History Month. In honor of both, we’re celebrating the women of Muni, past and present. 

This episode introduces us to several women whose work helps people move throug... more

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You never know where you will find love, or where love will find you. It could happen anywhere, including on public transit.

In this episode, we talk with two couples who found each other thanks, at least in part, to Muni. SFMTA Acting Chief Safety ... more

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We are commuting to work with a half a dozen San Francisco city supervisors. In this episode, we tag along with Matt Dorsey, Myrna Melgar, Danny Sauter, Stephen Sherrill, Chyanne Chen and Bilal Mahmood as they head to their City Hall offices. They di... more

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Tyrone Jue
Director of SF Environment
San Francisco Environment
Episode: Going Green on San Francisco's Streets
Bhavin Khatri
Zero Emission Program Manager from Muni
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (Muni)
Episode: Going Green on San Francisco's Streets
Broderick Paolo
Planner in the Parking and Curb Management Group
SFMTA
Episode: Going Green on San Francisco's Streets
Maya Angelou
Prominent author and activist who began as a pedestrian in the historical transit narrative referenced via her early experiences
Episode: The Women of San Francisco Transit, Yesterday and Today
Mary Rickles Conley
Couple featured in the episode, met on Muni and later married
Episode: Love Is in the Air and on Muni
Oliver Gajda
Acting Chief Safety Officer, SFMTA
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
Episode: Love Is in the Air and on Muni
Damara Arsanis
Partner of Oliver Gajda, story contributor
SFMTA family (guest profile)
Episode: Love Is in the Air and on Muni
Danny Sauter
District 3 supervisor
San Francisco Board of Supervisors
Episode: The Road to City Hall
Myrna Melgar
Supervisor for District 7
San Francisco Board of Supervisors
Episode: The Road to City Hall

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Melissa Culross
Host of Taken with Transportation

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Wonderful!

    It’s really nice to hear so directly from the folks who work at Muni. It makes me appreciate all the effort that goes into our *excellent* public transit! Plus, I feel like I learn a lot of fun and interesting details that I’d never figure out on my own. Thank you so much for making this!!

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Direct voices from Muni staff and riders add authenticity.
Good mix of operator, planner, and leadership perspectives.
Feels highly local and practical, not marketing-y.

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#212
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#147
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Going Green on San Francisco's Streets
Q: What role does transportation play in the fight against climate change or the production of greenhouse gases?
Transportation is a major emissions driver in SF, with roughly 45% of city emissions from transportation; cars and delivery vehicles contribute most, while public transit itself is relatively cleaner, making transit-oriented strategies crucial for reducing overall emissions.
The Women of San Francisco Transit, Yesterday and Today
Q: How did early women influence transit in San Francisco?
Early women, starting with conductors and expanding to grips and operators, helped lay the groundwork for broader inclusion, with figures like Maya Angelou symbolizing determination and later leadership showing systemic progress across the agency.

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What is Taken with Transportation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A transit-focused series that foregrounds the people, policies, and real-world impacts of San Francisco's Muni and SFMTA. Episodes blend personal rider stories with agency perspectives, highlighting how everyday mobility intersects with work, family, events, and city life. Guests range from frontline operators and planners to business leaders and district policymakers, offering a mix of on-the-ground experiences and strategic insights. Notable strengths include firsthand operator voices, accessibility and equity angles, and a clear emphasis on community impact, safety, and reliable service. The show is likely to appeal to transit enthusiasts, urbanists, public sector professionals, and local business leaders seeking practical transportation... more

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1. Tyrone Jue
2. Bhavin Khatri
3. Broderick Paolo
4. Maya Angelou
5. Mary Rickles Conley
6. Oliver Gajda
7. Damara Arsanis
8. Danny Sauter

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