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Transit Unplugged

Paul Comfort, SVP Modaxo

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We share the stories, challenges, and successes of the top transit professionals from around the world. Learn how top transit leaders got to where they are with stories and insights from their careers. Get the inside story about public transit and transit trends from the people who run it. Transit Unplugged is hosted and produced by Paul Comfort and brought to you by Modaxo Learn more at https://transitunplugged.com/
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The public transport industry is undergoing rapid change, from decarbonisation and sustainability goals to the fast-paced evolution of digital technology. Mobility Redefined is the podcast for senior managers, executives, and decision-makers who are leading this transformation. Hosted by Dr Kaan Yildizgöz, Executive Director at Modaxo, each episode brings expert insights on the challenges and opportunities facing the transport sector today. From digitalisation and workforce development to cu ...
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What does it take to launch a $4.3 billion, multi-modal transit expansion? For Coree Cuff Lonergan, CEO of Broward County Transit, it takes vision, momentum—and a bit of patience. This week on Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort hops aboard with Coree for a rolling bus interview through Broward County, Florida. They talk big-picture leadership, bo…
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Michele Stiehler knows paratransit inside and out. After 35 years at New Jersey Transit, she brought her deep operational experience to Boston’s MBTA, where she now oversees one of the largest and most complex paratransit systems in the country. In this episode, Paul Comfort talks with Michele about her leadership philosophy, the importance of fron…
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What happens when a millennial with a higher ed background takes the wheel of a legacy transit agency? You get 207 new bus stops, a real-time tracking app, and a fresh vision for Western Kentucky mobility. In this episode of Transit Unplugged Podcast, Paul Comfort talks with Jeremi Bumpus, Executive Director of Paducah Transit Authority, about lead…
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In this episode of Mobility Redefined, Dr. Kaan Yildizgoz speaks with Abimbola Akinajo, Managing Director of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA). They explore how LAMATA has redefined urban mobility in Lagos, from sustainable governance and strategic transport planning to funding mechanisms that have ensured the Authority’s suc…
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In this episode of Transit Unplugged Podcast, Paul Comfort talks with Graeme Legh, the new CEO of Kelsian Group, one of the world’s leading transit and mobility operators. From ferries off the coast of Australia to motorcoach operations across the U.S., Graeme shares how Kelsian is tackling growth, innovation, and sustainability across three contin…
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From driving a bus in Dallas to leading one of the largest transit systems in the Midwest, Dwight Ferrell’s story is the blueprint for leadership rooted in experience. In this episode of Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort rides along with Dwight, General Manager of the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART), for a candid …
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This week on Transit Unplugged, Paul visits Las Vegas to talk with M.J. Maynard, CEO of the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC). From managing traffic for massive events like the Las Vegas Marathon and Formula 1, to running one of the busiest bus-only transit systems in the U.S., M.J. gives us a behind-the-scenes look at wha…
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In this episode of Transit Unplugged, Paul Comfort sits down with John Rossant, founder and CEO of CoMotion, to explore what’s next for cities, transit, and technology. From preparing for mega-events like the World Cup to pioneering hydrogen-powered aviation, John shares how CoMotion is helping shape the future of urban mobility—with a pasta recipe…
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In Episode 8 of Mobility Redefined, host Dr. Kaan Yildizgoz is joined by Anna-Theresa Korbutt, CEO of Hamburg’s HVV, to explore how innovative leadership is transforming mobility in one of Europe’s most forward-thinking cities. From a uniquely complex governance model managing 28 transport companies to the game-changing Deutschland Ticket, Anna-The…
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Please subscribe to our newsletter! This week on Transit Unplugged, Paul Comfort hosts a special episode recorded live at the 2025 Texas Transit Association Conference in McAllen, Texas. In this roundtable, Paul speaks with five accomplished Texas transit leaders about the realities of running transit systems across Texas—from expansive rural regio…
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Join us as we dive into the APTA seminar where 160 transit leaders strategize impactful solutions for public transportation. Plus, discover how students with autism are making their voices heard on subway announcements! Get ready for some fun surprises this April Fool's Day!By Julie Gates
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Join Paul Comfort on this episode of Transit Unplugged for an insightful conversation with Professor Niels van Oort, Associate Professor of Public Transport and Shared Mobility at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands and co-director of the Smart Public Transport Lab. Paul and Niels explore critical considerations in transit planning, i…
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In this special episode of Transit Unplugged, Paul Comfort welcomes Dr. Kaan Yildizgöz, host of Mobility Redefined, the new sister podcast of Transit Unplugged. Dr. Yildizögz, a leading global expert in public transportation and former senior director at UITP, shares his personal journey into transportation, driven by childhood memories in his fath…
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Take a behind-the-scenes look at Tucson, Arizona’s SunTran transit system with General Manager Mikel Oglesby. Host Paul Comfort and Mikel explore the city’s transit modes, budget, and future projects, including the innovative Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) plans. Discover Mikel's unique journey in public transit, from his childhood riding buses with his f…
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🚆 Here’s what’s new in transportation this week with Transit Unplugged #NewsMinute and Julie Gates! 📢 Public Transit & the Economy: American Public Transportation Association leaders met with D.C. officials to highlight transit’s impact on jobs and investment. 🎓 LIT Leadership Academy: Congrats to the 42 new participants kicking off their leadershi…
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In this episode of Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort interviews Stephen Gardner, CEO of Amtrak, at their Washington, DC headquarters. They discuss Amtrak's record ridership of 32.8 million passengers in the past year, recent capital investments totaling $4.5 billion, and the introduction of new Acela trains. Gardner shares insights into Amtrak's…
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