Taken with Transportation
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<p>Welcome to Taken with Transportation, the official podcast of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). <br><br>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 perspectives you won’t get anywhere else. We’re passionate about the work we do and want to share that passion and commitment with you. <br><br>About the Host: Melissa Culross comes to the SFMTA from the radio industry where she spent three decades hosting broadcasts and creating content for a variety of stations, including KCBS, Star 101.3 and Alice@97.3 in the Bay Area. Melissa has been drawn to storytelling her whole life and has been a regular San Francisco public transit rider since moving to the city in the 1990s. </p>
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Recent Episodes
April 20, 2026
Going Green on San Francisco's Streets
SF Environment Executive Director Tyrone Jue, Bhavin Khatri, and Broderick Paolo discuss San Francisco's green transportation initiatives and accessible eco-friendly options.
March 16, 2026
The Women of San Francisco Transit, Yesterday and Today
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 throughout San Francisco. And we discuss how a teenager who would go on to become a famous writer and activist worked for a time as one of the city’s first female streetcar conductors. The episode features San Francisco Director of Transportation Ju...
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SFMTA Acting Chief Safety Officer Oliver Gajda and partner Damara Arsanis, along with Mary Rickles Conley and Jared Conley, share stories of finding love on San Francisco's Muni in this interview episode.
40 total episodes available with 27 transcripts
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- What is Taken with Transportation?
<p>Welcome to Taken with Transportation, the official podcast of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). <br><br>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 perspectives you won’t get anywhere else. We’re passionate about the work we do and want to share that passion and commitment with you. <br><br>About the Host: Melissa Culross comes to the SFMTA from the radio industry where she spent three decades hosting broadcasts and creating content for a variety of stations, including KCBS, Star 101.3 and Alice@97.3 in the Bay Area. Melissa has been drawn to storytelling her whole life and has been a regular San Francisco public transit rider since moving to the city in the 1990s. </p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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