Best Bus Routes Podcasts (2025)

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97: The Das Kapital Podcast!! (with Nish Kumar) 1:09:27

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Nish Kumar joins the podcast to discuss his early years in a university sketch group, Edinburgh Fringe, Alexei's 90s era, the flag march and how the ultra-rich live with themselves. Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast Send your…

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1313 QT: Easy Ways to Freshen Up Your Running Route (Best Of-ish) 19:57

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Running the same routes, week after week, can get a little boring after a while.Thankfully, it's not hard to make a stale running route feel fresh again.Check out the full blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/1313.Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong!http://dizruns.com/s…

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From Beach Resorts to Horse Country: Two Cycling Men Plan Their Next Adventure 57:48

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Send us a text What happens when you combine cycling with ziplining? According to Michael, you get one of the most unique adventure experiences available—bike ziplining through the Mexican jungle. After returning from a week-long resort vacation with his family, Michael shares his discovery of this extraordinary activity that lets you pedal your wa…

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1312 QT: At a Certain Point, PRs May Not Be Worth the Price 28:17

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Getting older is a fact of life.At what point does the cost of chasing a PR become prohibitive? And how does your running evolve if you like chasing faster times?Check out the full blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/1312.Are you struggling in a certain area of your training and would like to pick my brain to try and find a way to g…

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96: My Favourite Hulk (RIP Wilf) 1:07:04

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Alexei and Talal pay tribute to Wilf Mbanga (the cat) as well as discussing Palestine, flags and sleeping with the enemy. Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast Send your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail…

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1311 QT: Settling Your Race Day Nerves (Best Of-ish) 15:52

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Race day nerves are common for many runners.If you're able to harness that nervous energy, your odds of having a good race go up dramatically.Check out the full post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/1311.Are you ready to take your running to the next level by working with a coach?Check out http://DizRuns.com/coaching for details on the var…

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Navigating Life's Yellow Standee Lines: Golf, Transit, and Whiskey Tales 49:52

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Send us a text What happens when tracking apps meant to keep your children safe become tools for insurance companies to monitor driving habits? This episode kicks off with a startling revelation about Life360 that parents of teen drivers won't want to miss, complete with a crucial tip on disabling the insurance reporting feature while preserving th…

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Reimagining a Bay Area highway for the future 27:11

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Send us a text Wheel Talk Podcast Guests (in order of appearance): Cassie Halls, SamTrans Major Corridors Manager Patrick Gilster, San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA) Director of Planning and Fund Management Megan Wooley-Ousdahl, South San Francisco Deputy City Manager Jacob (Jake) Buffenbarger, Caltrans System Planning Branch Chief: Mar…

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1310 Listener Q&A August 2025 43:59

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You ask, I answer!This month's Qs include speed work, getting your running partner to slow down, and Weird Al.All over the place, as per usual!Get the full list of Qs and my meme/GIF As at http://DizRuns.com/1310.Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong!http://dizruns.com/supportBecome a P…

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Life Lately, Next Week’s Hustle & Why Creators Must Speak Up 11:59

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Send us a text In this episode, I’m sharing some personal life updates, giving you a sneak peek into my jam-packed schedule for next week, and delivering a powerful message to all my fellow content creators and influencers: “A closed mouth doesn’t get fed.” If you're grinding behind the scenes, it's time to start speaking up and showing up. Let’s t…

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95: Ragnarok (LIVE at The Museum of Comedy) 1:07:52

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Alexei and Talal finish their run of live shows at the Museum of Comedy in front of a packed house! They discuss ancient myths, improv comedy, nice Tories, David Lean and much more. Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast Send your…

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1309 QT: It's Ok to Run an Experiment on Race Day (Best Of-ish) 9:36

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Conventional wisdom is to never try anything new on race day.As we grow as runners, a willingness to experiment on race day can be key to further growth.Checkout the full blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/1309Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong!http://dizruns.com/sup…

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Navigating Life's Detours: From Bus Rodeos to Bourbon Country 1:01:41

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Send us a text Saddle up for an episode that perfectly blends cycling camaraderie with bourbon-infused adventure! Adam kicks things off with a fascinating glimpse into the surprisingly technical world of "bus rodeos" where he recently served as "Officer Obi" with radar gun in hand. These competitions test professional drivers' skills through challe…

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94: Four Weeks of Carnage (with Dr. Victoria Rose) 52:49

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We are honoured this week to be joined by a British plastic surgeon who has spent much time in Gaza since this genocide began performing life-saving and reconstructive surgeries under increasingly difficult conditions - Dr. Victoria Rose. We discuss the difficult journey into Gaza, how her life back home has been affected and what the future might …

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Life Updates: Canceled Collabs, Street Interview Results & My First Influencer Award Show Invite! 14:29

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Send us a text In this week’s episode, I’m sharing some major life updates! 🎉 From the results of my recent street interview to the last-minute cancellation of a food collaboration that was supposed to happen last Saturday, I’m taking you behind the scenes of what’s really been going on. PLUS — I’ve been invited to my first influencer award show by…

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1308 QT: You've Got a Brain, Might as Well Use It 19:48

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AI is here to stay. No sense pretending otherwise.But don't completely outsource your ability to think, especially when it comes to your running.Check out the full blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/1308.Are you ready to take your running to the next level by working with a coach?Check out http://DizRuns.com/coaching for details on…

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1307 QT: To Succeed, Get Out of Your Own Way (Best Of-ish) 19:23

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There are no shortage of obstacles when chasing a running goal.One key to success? Limiting the number of obstacles by getting out of your own way.Check out the full blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/1307.Are you struggling in a certain area of your training and would like to pick my brain to try and find a way to get back on trac…

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The Big Sync: Making Bay Area transit transfers seamless 22:11

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Send us a text Wheel Talk Guests (in order of appearance): Andy Metz, AC Transit Regional Plans Principal Planner Millie Tolleson, SamTrans Director of Planning Ted Burgwyn, Caltrain Director of Rail Network and Operations Planning Adina Levin, Seamless Bay Area Executive Director The Big Sync: How SamTrans Is Teaming Up to Improve Transit Transfer…

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Confetti Bears and Cornhole Boards: The Leisure Life Continues 1:02:12

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Send us a text Seventy-five episodes! When we started this podcast, neither of us thought we'd make it past five or seven shows. Yet here we are, celebrating a milestone that represents years of friendship, thousands of miles cycled together, and a community that has grown beyond anything we imagined. Michael kicks things off with an update on his …

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93: Oh, No! NOT THEM! (with Lise Mayer LIVE at The Museum of Comedy) 1:07:04

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Young Ones writer Lise Mayer joins a grumpy Alexei and an extra loud Talal (sorry!) on stage at The Museum of Comedy to discuss how The Young Ones got made, the early days of The Comic Strip, Linda's aunt Amy, what position Alexei would hold in Jeremy and Zarah's new government. They also taste test the range of soft drinks by the Palestine Cola co…

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SEPTA’s 55 Bus Route Cuts & 9 PM Curfew + Reflections on Legacy After Warner, Osbourne, Hogan 13:28

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Send us a text Discover the joy of being back in podcasting and dive into pressing Philadelphia transit news, public policy, and legacy reflections. Join me as I celebrate my return to podcasting and unpack SEPTA’s controversial plan to cut 55 bus routes and impose a 9 PM curfew—what it means for Philadelphia riders, communities, and daily mobility…

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1306 QT: You Will Never Be Starting Over Completely 20:55

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Many runners struggle when coming back to the sport after an extended time off.While it is frustrating to feel like you've lost all of your fitness, the truth is you're not starting over completely.Check out the full blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/1306.Are you ready to take your running to the next level by working with a coach…

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South Asian Heritage Month 2025- Roots to Routes 19:19

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92: It's Giving Alexei Sayle 1:00:06

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Alexei and Talal discuss Israeli tourists, the beginnings of Jeremy and Zarah's new party, the new Tik Tok dance video, being a political comedian in right wing regions and we actually pick our next Alexei Sayle Film Club movie! Come see us perform a live taping of the podcast at The Museum of Comedy on Sunday 17th August! Get tickets here. There i…

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Major Life Update: New Job, Her Grruv Magazine Feature & Why I Took a 2-Month Break 18:40

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Send us a text After over two months away, I'm back with a huge life update! In this episode, I’m opening up about the incredible changes in my career, how my journey as a content creator and influencer has taken off in the most empowering way, and the exciting reason I was featured in Her Grruv — a women-focused magazine based in California. I’ll …

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1305 Listener Q&A: July 2025 1:02:35

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You ask, I answer!This month I'm taking Qs on ramping up mileage when injury is a concern, processing a disappointing race, overthinking, and a whole lot more!Check out the full list of Qs and my meme/GIF As at http://DizRuns.com/1305.Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong!http://dizruns…

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The Road Not Ridden: When Injury Derails Cycling Dreams 1:08:11

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Send us a text Michael's fractured clavicle changed everything about this summer's cycling plans, but it led to unexpected adventures worth sharing. While nursing his broken collarbone (or "fractured clavicle" as his doctor insists on calling it), Michael took his family to Kentucky's bourbon country, visiting seven distilleries in a single day - t…

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91: Phoenix Eye (LIVE at the Museum of Comedy) 1:01:51

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Recorded on Sunday 13th June 2025, this live episode features Alexei and Talal discussing 9/11, being a court jester for Sting and what Marx would make of identity politics. Also, Alexei does crowd work for the second ever time! Come see our upcoming live podcast tapings at The Museum of Comedy! Get tickets here. There is a 15% discount code exclus…

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S4E10 | What's the T with the TransLink CEO 37:56

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How did a community planner from Baltimore end up leading one of Canada’s largest transit agencies? TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn shares what’s next for Metro Vancouver transit, the innovations he's excited about, and why every rider matters. Plus, a few unexpected glimpses into the man behind the title, including his love of music, tattoos, and the cu…

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1304 QT: Dealing with a Ride on the Mid-Summer Struggle Bus (Best Of-ish) 21:04

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Training through the summer is a slog for many runners.If you find yourself on the mid-summer struggle bus at the moment, these tips may help shorten your ride.Check out the full blog post at http://DizRuns.com/1304Are you struggling in a certain area of your training and would like to pick my brain to try and find a way to get back on track?Schedu…

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90: Welcome to Berlin (LIVE at The Museum of Comedy) 1:01:50

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We're back at The Museum of Comedy with a live podcast in front of a gorgeous audience. It's a shame, however, that the world is a living nightmare... Alexei and Talal talk "terrorism", bus drivers, dream guests and much more. Come see our upcoming live podcast tapings at The Museum of Comedy! Get tickets here. There is a 15% discount code exclusiv…

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S4E9 | How can transit respond to the needs of women? 23:58

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We chat with Drs. Emily Grisé and Geneviève Boisjoly about their findings in their study on understanding and responding to the transit needs of women. Emily is an assistant professor with University of Alberta, while Geneviève is an associate professor with Polytechnique Montréal.By TransLink

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1303 QT: To Run Early, Develop a Pre-Run System (Best Of-ish) 15:19

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Struggling to get out of the door in the morning for your run?The solution could be as simple as creating a pre-run system.Check out the full blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/1303.Are you ready to take your running to the next level by working with a coach?Check out http://DizRuns.com/coaching for details on the various levels of…

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The Hose That Derailed RAIN: A Cycling Mishap Story 1:11:11

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Send us a text When the unexpected strikes, how do you adapt? Michael shares the story of his recent cycling accident where he encountered an almost-invisible brown hose stretched across concrete pavement during a training ride. With just seconds to react, his front tire turned 90 degrees, sending him face-first onto the road, resulting in a fractu…

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89: El Nuevo Partido 56:17

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Recorded the day before Zarah Sultana announced her and Jeremy's new party, Alexei and Talal speculate about said new party. They also discuss horrible politicians, soft drinks and, of course, Glastonbury. Come see our upcoming live podcast tapings at The Museum of Comedy! Get tickets here. There is a 15% discount code exclusively for Patrons... (i…

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S4E8 | What is the transit experience for people living with autism? 19:28

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Walk in the shoes of a transit customer and self-advocate for people living with autism. Kayla Tellier shares her experience and how you can help foster a supportive space for all abilities.By TransLink

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1302 QT: 11 Running Lessons from 11 Years of Diz Runs Radio 29:47

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It feels like just yesterday I dropped Episode 1 of the podcast.Turns out, that was 11 years ago.Time flies when you're having fun, eh?Check out the blog post for today's episode at http://DizRuns.com/1302.Love the show? Check out the support page for ways you can help keep the Diz Runs Radio going strong!http://dizruns.com/supportBecome a Patron o…

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How to Attract People to Work in the Bus Sector 34:20

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Inspiring the Next Generation: CIHT and BCoE Explore Careers in the Bus Sector In the latest 'Transport Talks' podcast episode, the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) has worked in partnership with the Bus Centre of Excellence (BCoE) to explore how to inspire the next generation and explore careers in the bus sector. Featurin…

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88: What's Your Bus Route? (with Seb from @sebbiebikes) 1:06:17

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Alexei and Talal - outraged by the announcement that Palestine Action is to be proscribed as a terrorist organisation - are joined by @sebbiebikes (check him out on Instagram) who tells us about his incredible mission to cycle across the world whilst highlighting the inequality and control created by borders. He's Cycling Against Borders! Check out…