How the Car Destroyed America: Episode 1
This is The Red Line Podcast's very first episode, a history of cars and how they destroyed the American city. We cover the development of cars from Henry Ford's assembly line to the boom of the motor industry.
Light Rail vs. Bus Rapid Transit (Battle of the Titans): Episode 2
Bus rapid transit in the U.S. is often touted as a cost-saving alternative to light rail. We cover the history and context of both systems in depth: light rail arose as a cost-effective way to reconstruct the rail systems of yore in a modern era of government. Bus rapid transit has a rockier history, starting in the U. S.
Streetcars - Past, Present & Future: Episode 3
The streetcar was once a mainstay of local transportation. Electric streetcar networks used to span the United States, with many thousands of miles of track. We discuss this history, the decline of streetcars, and wonder what life would be like if we'd kept these systems (like Toronto did).
The Case for Free Transit: Episode 4
Dropping fares on public transit systems has been a hot topic lately. Free fare has been common in smaller systems for a long time, but just recently, large cities like Kansas City, Denver, and Salt Lake City are experimenting with the idea. We go over the numerous benefits of free fare in many U.S.
Little Transit - Systems for Any Town: Episode 5
Public transit isn't just for big cities like Salt Lake. We examine the bus networks of Cache Valley, Utah and Great Falls, Montana. We pick apart the key factors that made these systems successful, and we offer some suggestions to improve service and quality of life for riders. (Great Falls's system (pop.
History of UTA - Salt Lake's Awesome Rail: Episode 6
The Salt Lake Valley had a long history of streetcars. Now, we have the wonderful Utah Transit Authority, providing bus service since 1970 and rail since 1999! Join us for a wild tour of ancient and recent history, exciting rail expansions, and some coverage of future plans!
