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Thinking Transportation: Engaging Conversations about Transportation Innovations

Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Long-Haul Trucking
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Truck Driver Health
Climate Change
Texas A&M University
Hurricane Evacuation Planning
Traffic Congestion
Maritime Transportation
Highway Construction
Long Freight Trains
Public Service
Transportation Research
Truck Parking Shortage
Infrastructure
Texas
Urban Mobility Report
Hybrid Work
Supply Chain
Shipping Accidents
Transportation Planning

Our ability to get from Point A to Point B is something lots of us take for granted. But transporting people and products across town or across the country every day is neither simple nor easy. Join us as we explore the challenges on Thinking Transportation, a podcast about how we get ourselves — and the things we need — from one place to another. Every other week, an expert from the Texas A&M Tra... more

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Artwork for Thinking Transportation: Engaging Conversations about Transportation Innovations

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Tyler Duvall--currently CEO and co-founder of Cavnue, an infrastructure company dedicated to building safer, more efficient roadways while adapting today's transportation network to the next generation of vehicles--has spent most of his professional ... more

Established in 1995 by the Texas Legislature, TTI's Center for Ports and Waterways (CPW) provides valuable applied research and expertise to the Texas Marine Transportation System. Over the past 30 years, CPW's experts have helped public- and private... more

In 1950, the Texas A&M Board of Directors charged the Texas Transportation Institute (now the Texas A&M Transportation Institute, or TTI) to enlist the broad resources of the college across the spectrum of transportation research to benefit Texas, wh... more

As he prepares to head out to Atlanta, Georgia, to attend the ITS World Congress, we check in with TTI Senior Research Engineer Bob Brydia about the latest advances in transportation technology, including recent projects in Texas and where things are... more

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Recent Guests

Bob Brydia
Senior Research Scientist and Division Head for TTI's Systems Operations and Technologies Division
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
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Hong Zhang
Director of Education for the Snell Foundation
Snell Foundation
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Cathy Brooks
Project Specialist in the Road User Safety Program for the Texas A&M Transportation Institute Center for Transportation Safety
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Episode: Ride Smart, Stay Alive: Motorcycle Helmets Reduce Risks for Injury or Death for Riders
Robert Sumwalt
Former chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board
National Transportation Safety Board
Episode: It Takes a Village: In the Air or on the Ground, Safety Takes Teamwork
Mark Williams
Executive Director of the Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Transportation
Episode: Our 100th Episode! Celebrating 75 Years of the TTI-TxDOT Partnership
Greg Winfrey
Agency Director of the Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
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Dr. Roger Bligh
Senior Research Engineer and Roadside Safety Program Manager at TTI
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Episode: Revolution Requires Evolution: We Need New Roadside Safety Standards for Electric Vehicles
Dr. Melissa Tooley
TTI's Assistant Agency Director for Federal Affairs and UTC Operations
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Episode: Innovation, Education, Communication: TTI's University Transportation Centers
Christine Yeager
Project specialist with TTI's Youth Transportation Safety Program
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Episode: Trending Teens: What TTI's Latest Research Says about Young Driver Attitudes and Behaviors

Host

Alan Rudder
Host and featured voice dedicated to engaging discussions on transportation innovation and safety.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Interesting and insightful!

    It’s always intriguing to hear the perspectives of leaders and innovators in their respective fields, and I think that this podcast does a great job at bringing on folks who have interesting things to say about their work. I enjoy listening to these professionals, and I learn something new each episode! Great job, Bernie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keaton Schrank
    United States4 years ago
  • Transportation podcasts are what I am here for...

    Great initial effort, although I have to say there was a little bit of a tease that Robert Earl Keen might have had more influence on the show with that first title. Looking forward to more insights from leaders in the industry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pkoonce
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and expert advice provided on transportation safety and technology.
Overall, the content is valued for its educational quality, providing listeners with fresh perspectives and research-based insights.
Feedback indicates a strong interest in the guests' expertise, highlighting their relevance to current issues in transportation.

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Ride Smart, Stay Alive: Motorcycle Helmets Reduce Risks for Injury or Death for Riders
Q: Cathy, can you tell our listeners a little bit about licensing of motorcycle operators in Texas?
In Texas, a Class M motorcycle license is required, which can be obtained by taking an entry-level rider training course.
Bhatt and Winfree: Two industry leaders and their shared optimism for the future.
Q: What, if anything, keeps you up at night?
The cybersecurity threats that come with transportation becoming more technological systems, as well as concerns about major infrastructure disasters.
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Q: What is it that you feel most optimistic about right now?
The optimism comes from advances in technology for transportation that can lead to safer and greener systems, and my belief that we can achieve zero deaths on American roadways within a generation.
Revisited--Exit This Way: Research informing upgrades in hurricane evacuation planning.
Q: How demographics figures into the work that you've been doing?
We consolidate information regarding local vulnerabilities, transportation needs, and economic factors that affect community recovery post-storm.
Revisited--Exit This Way: Research informing upgrades in hurricane evacuation planning.
Q: Please tell us about the work that you're doing.
We have been focusing on updating plans for hurricane evacuation zones, studying infrastructure vulnerability, and using data from NOAA to help communities better understand hazards and prepare evacuation plans.

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Exploring a broad spectrum of transportation-related topics, this series focuses on the challenges and innovations in the field. Episodes feature expert conversations addressing issues such as safety, infrastructure, and new technologies affecting transportation. Topics covered include distracted driving, the effects of aging on driving, and the need for innovative roadside safety standards for electric vehicles. The podcast is distinctive in its approach to disseminating research and insights from specialists affiliated with reputable organizations, providing listeners with a comprehensive view of contemporary transportation dynamics. This program serves as a valuable resource for professionals and enthusiasts interested in the evolving la... more

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