Join host Jawn Jang as he uncovers “What’s the T” with Metro Vancouver transit in TransLink’s podcast. Come behind the scenes with us as this podcast reveals the voices and stories that drive your transit system forward.
…
continue reading
1
S3E10 | Why transit is so important for newcomers
18:09
18:09
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
18:09
About 120,000 people new residents moved to Metro Vancouver last year — many of whom were newcomers to Canada. We chat with the Immigrant Services Society of British Columbia for a better understanding of just why and how transit is so important for newcomers as they settle into Metro Vancouver.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S3E9 | Quick Sips: Why there's a third platform at Stadium-Chinatown Station
18:52
18:52
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
18:52
Our first installment of Quick Sips, where we deliver quick and tidy answers to your questions. We tackle why there's a third platform at Stadium–Chinatown Station, the Expo 86 monorail, why the trolleybus routes operate where they do, what are the different buses and SkyTrain models, the NightBus, and more!…
…
continue reading
1
S3E8 | How are bus routes numbered?
15:43
15:43
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
15:43
Think about your bus route. Have you wondered why it carries that number? Well, there's probably a story behind how it got that number. Michael Vena, who is the manager of service planning at Coast Mountain Bus Company, explains the principles they try to apply when numbering a route.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S3E7 | Doo doo doo you know the story of the SkyTrain chime?
16:09
16:09
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
16:09
It's arguably the most iconic sound in Metro Vancouver: the "doo doo doo" as the doors on the SkyTrain. But how did it come to be? We chat with both the retired and current manager of operations planning at SkyTrain to uncover the history of this iconic sound and how it has stood the test of time.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S3E6 | Where does the SkyTrain sleep at night?
17:40
17:40
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
17:40
You ride the SkyTrain during the day, but where do they go at night for downtime and TLC at the end of a long day of work? Listen to find out and what an expanding SkyTrain system means for that — all made possible with funding from many years ago. But with an ever-growing system, we’ll need more investments to continue to build it out and accommod…
…
continue reading
1
S3E5 | How we're helping newcomers learn to use the transit system
17:38
17:38
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
17:38
“Transportation might only be a small part of everyday, but it is that part that makes everything else possible.” Those are the astute words of Chris Chan, manager of travel training at TransLink. Chris shares his challenges learning how to use transit as a newcomer and how that informs his mission to ensure new riders are setup for success as part…
…
continue reading
1
S3E4 | How do we plan SkyTrain service for events and track maintenance?
19:48
19:48
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
19:48
"My name is Taylor!" It's been a long time coming as Taylor Swift's Eras Tour comes to Vancouver in December. How does SkyTrain plan extra service on the Expo and Millennium Lines for large events like this? What about when there's single tracking or shuttle trains for track maintenance? Explaining it all is Ian Fisher, manager of operations planni…
…
continue reading
1
S3E3 | We reveal a voice behind TransLink's Twitter account
20:07
20:07
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
20:07
Our popular @TransLink X (Twitter) account is one of the most followed in Metro Vancouver and is known for delivering top-notch customer service to our riders. Meet one of the voices behind the keyboard answering your questions. Discover the role the Customer Information team plays in delivering up-to-date transit information to your fingertips.…
…
continue reading
1
S3E2 | What's the role of Transit Security?
16:17
16:17
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
16:17
Step aboard with us for ride-along with Transit Security! We walk the walk and learn more about their role is in supporting and fostering a safe and reliable transit system for you.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S3E1 | Meet the voice of SkyTrain
16:27
16:27
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
16:27
You hear the voice every day as it narrates your SkyTrain commute, telling you what the next station is. But have you wondered who the voice belongs to? Listen to find out.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E10 | A peek behind the West Coast Express curtain
23:51
23:51
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
23:51
We wrap up the second season by giving you the "T" on what it's like to operate the West Coast Express. What are some of the most common reasons for delays? And what makes the WCE experience so special?Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E9 | Revealing the Surrey-Langley SkyTrain station names
23:01
23:01
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
23:01
Join us as we travel down the Surrey-Langley SkyTrain extension, explaining how we chose the names for each of the eight new stations along the way.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E8 | The wacky finds of the lost and found
19:29
19:29
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
19:29
Discover the extensive work that goes on behind the scenes at TransLink's Lost Property Office. What is the most commonly recovered item? What about the most bizarre?Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E7 | How are we prepping for winter weather?
27:09
27:09
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
27:09
We've got the "T" on how buses are prepped for winter weather. Plus, why do we position attendants at the front of the SkyTrain during snow? We reveal the answers.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E6 | Walk this way: the art and science of wayfinding
26:46
26:46
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
26:46
Explore the intricate dance of maps, signs and more as they come together to help you seamlessly navigate throughout the transit system.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E5 | Step inside the SkyTrain Control Centre
26:10
26:10
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
26:10
There's so much more than meets the eye when it comes to making SkyTrain go. We visit the brains of the SkyTrain operations, the air traffic control of SkyTrain.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E4 | The one where we ride the SeaBus
25:33
25:33
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
25:33
Hop on board with us! We're going where very few people have gone before: the captain’s chair, perched high atop the SeaBus vessel.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E3 | What's it like to walk the beat with Transit Police?
22:37
22:37
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
22:37
Follow the unique career trajectories of its Chief Officer Suzanne Muir and Constable Travis Blair. Muir started on the soccer pitch and is a Canada Soccer Hall of Famer. Tune in for a glimpse of what it's like to walk the beat as a member of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E2 | What's the role of SkyTrain Attendants?
21:05
21:05
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
21:05
You're invited to ride the rails with a SkyTrain Attendant to discover what it really entails. It will surprise you as there's truly more than what meets the eye. Don't believe us? Listen to find out.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S2E1 | Are there ghosts on transit?
22:04
22:04
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
22:04
It's spooky season. Have you ever felt a chill as if someone was watching you? We explore spooky stories and urban legends with Greg Mansfield, author of "Ghosts of Vancouver." We'll take you on a ride you won't forget. Tune in if you dare!Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
SPECIAL | Celebrating 75 years of the trolley bus
1:04:55
1:04:55
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
1:04:55
In this bonus episode, Jawn celebrates this milestone anniversary by speaking with the people who illustrate the past, present, and future of Vancouver's iconic trolley bus.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S1E10 | Taking care of business on SkyTrain
18:22
18:22
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
18:22
We close out our first season where we began: a deep dive on SkyTrain. This is all the things we do behind the scenes to maintain safe and reliable service for you.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S1E9 | Elevators and escalators
22:08
22:08
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
22:08
Take this ride with us on why an elevator and escalator may not be available. We have the "T" on the types of regular inspections that have to be done, why we take pride in our work, and more.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S1E8 | Bike + Bus = Bike Bus
19:09
19:09
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
19:09
Just one of the many ways we're putting you at the heart of everything we do. Plus, tips on where to go with your bike and Bike Bus.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S1E7 | Making buses more reliable
17:31
17:31
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
17:31
What are some of the reasons why buses can be late and what are we doing to make them more reliable, for you? Listen and find out.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S1E6 | Transit meets real estate
18:04
18:04
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
18:04
Metro Vancouver is growing by 50,000 new residents each year — we need to help provide people with sustainable ways to move and live. Discover how we're breaking new ground to support transit expansion and helping to deliver new housing.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S1E5 | What we're planning to build for you
18:21
18:21
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
18:21
We also reveal what it takes to transform an idea into a SkyTrain line or bus route that you can ride. Plus, what are we talking about when we playfully say the 99 Tree-Line?Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S1E4 | Saying thanks and "secret friends" on transit
23:33
23:33
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
23:33
Dr. Amy Hanser, an associate professor of sociology at the University of British Columbia, joins us to discuss the fascinating social interactions we share on transit. We also hear from bus operators to find out what they think when you say thanks!Von TransLink
…
continue reading
Playing loud music, blocking the doors and not taking backpacks off — some of the things fellow riders do that might give you the ick. Robert Willis with TransLink takes us behind the scenes on a pair of transit etiquette campaigns and shares his observations as our in-house expert.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S1E2 | What's it like operating a bus
18:56
18:56
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
18:56
Host Jawn Jang goes behind the scenes at our training centre. Derrick Bayer, chief instructor at Coast Mountain Bus Company, puts him through the paces as Jawn takes a spin at the wheel of our bus simulator for a taste of what it's like to operate a bus.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
1
S1E1 | Why doesn't the SkyTrain run 24 hours?
19:13
19:13
Später Spielen
Später Spielen
Listen
Gefällt mir
Geliked
19:13
Matt Doyle, SkyTrain's vice-president of maintenance and engineering, has the answer why the SkyTrain doesn't run all night. He also explains what's going on behind the scenes on the SkyTrain tracks overnight when most of us are asleep.Von TransLink
…
continue reading
I'm your host, Jawn Jang. Come behind the scenes with me as I put some voices and names to the work that we do at TransLink. Can't wait to get started. Welcome aboard to What’s The T.Von TransLink
…
continue reading