METRO Magazine Logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

Transit Unplugged to Launch New Video Podcast Program

In celebration of the fourth anniversary of Transit Unplugged, the company will have a live panel with female transit leaders, a cocktail reception with host Paul Comfort, and the launch of Transit Unplugged TV, a video podcast program of Transit Unplugged. 

by Staff
October 26, 2021
Transit Unplugged to Launch New Video Podcast Program

The logo, branding, updated website, and Transit Unplugged TV will launch on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at APTA Expo at the Trapeze/Vontas booth (Booth #353).

Photo: Trapeze Group

2 min to read


Transit Unplugged (TU) will unveil a video podcast program at the Trapeze/Vontas booth at APTA Expo on Tuesday, Nov. 9.

In celebration of the fourth anniversary of Transit Unplugged, the company will have a live panel with female transit leaders, a cocktail reception with host Paul Comfort, and the launch of Transit Unplugged TV, a video podcast program of Transit Unplugged. 

Ad Loading...

Transit Unplugged TV is a “travel style” program that will showcase transit systems and their leaders while enjoying their local cuisine and culture. 

Transit Unplugged will also get an updated logo and branding and a revamped website. 

The logo, branding, updated website, and Transit Unplugged TV will launch during a Transit Unplugged live "Women in Transit” panel and fourth anniversary celebration called “Cocktails with Comfort.” 

Comfort will interview a panel of women who are leading some of the biggest and most innovative transit agencies in the U.S. These five leaders will reflect on their career journeys, advice for others, and their vision for the future of transit. 

Panelists:

Ad Loading...
  •     Nadine Lee (CEO, Dallas DART)

  •     Leslie Richards (CEO, SEPTA)

  •     Lauren Skiver (CEO, SunLine Transit) 

  •     MJ Maynard (CEO, RTC SNV) 

  •     Bacarra Mauldin (Chief of Staff, MATA Transit) 

The "Women in Transit” panel will take place from 11:30 a.m. o 12:30 p.m. on  Nov. 9. 

During Cocktails with Comfort, Comfort will give a sneak peek of the first episodes of Transit Unplugged TV featuring MJ Maynard, CEO of RTC Nevada, and Steve Bland, CEO of Nashville MTA/WeGo Transit. 

Cocktails with Comfort will take place from 3:00-4:30 p.m. All are invited to both events.

More Technology

Portrait of Joshua Schank, Ph.D., alongside the ACES Mobility Coalition logo.
Managementby StaffFebruary 16, 2026

ACES Mobility Coalition Selects Joshua Schank as New Executive Director

Veteran transportation innovator to lead coalition as it pushes nationwide expansion of shared autonomous mobility.

Read More →
Cover photo for Biz Briefs
Technologyby StaffFebruary 16, 2026

Biz Briefs: Glydways Breaks Ground in ATL and More!

In this edition of Biz Briefs, we highlight the latest developments shaping the future of mobility — from manufacturers and technology providers to transit agencies and motorcoach service operators.

Read More →
Denver RTD riders using Tap-n-Ride fare payment system.
Technologyby StaffFebruary 13, 2026

Denver's RTD Sees Strong Early Adoption of Tap-n-Ride Fare System

RTD aims to have 15% of all fare payments by individual customers made via Tap-n-Ride by the end of 2026, as awareness of this contactless payment option grows.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
A Picture of Ster Seating's Parent/Child transit seating product.
Technologyby StaffFebruary 10, 2026

Ster Seating, Maryland Transit Launch First Parent/Child Transit Seat in North America

The configuration uses Ster Seating's Gemini seat platform to create a family-friendly floor layout specifically engineered to accommodate parents traveling with young children.

Read More →
Cover photo for Biz Briefs
Technologyby Staff and News ReportsFebruary 6, 2026

Biz Briefs: Bus and Railcar Orders, Tech, and More

In this edition of Biz Briefs, we highlight the latest developments shaping the future of mobility — from manufacturers and technology providers to transit agencies and motorcoach service operators.

Read More →
Cherriots bus at traffic signal using LYT technology.
Technologyby StaffFebruary 5, 2026

Oregon’s Cherriots, LYT Launch Transit Signal Priority Partnership

The project explicitly targets the busiest and longest route in the Cherriots system.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Passenger boarding Saskatoon Transit bus.
Technologyby StaffFebruary 4, 2026

Masabi Acquires Passenger Technology Group

Masabi and Passenger share a vision for the future of public transport — connected, customer-centric, and cloud-native — where every step of the journey works together seamlessly to elevate the transit experience.

Read More →
CapMetro customers at a bus stop/
Technologyby StaffFebruary 4, 2026

CapMetro Launches Tap-to-Pay on All Buses

The addition now allows customers to tap their contactless debit or credit card, or a mobile wallet, such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, directly on the onboard fare validators.

Read More →
A blue graphic with lap top and phone iterations of Smith System's Trainer Center.
Technologyby StaffFebruary 2, 2026

Smith System Launches Trainer Center to Scale Fleet Safety Programs

The new hub digitizes trainer-led safety programs, reducing admin work and giving fleets clearer insight into driver behavior.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Technologyby StaffJanuary 29, 2026

Houston METRO Introduces RideMETRO Fare System

The upgraded system, which went live earlier this month, supports METRO’s METRONow vision to enhance the customer experience, improve service reliability, and strengthen long-term regional mobility.

Read More →