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Going Places
Welcome to Going Places, where we bring a new perspective to transit. Whether you’re a commuter, employer, invested in making transit more accessible for all, or simply want to know how we operate, this podcast will cover topics and trends with Hampton Roads Transit experts, industry thought leaders, community trailblazers, and everyday transit users.
Episodes
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Episode 27: Transit Myths Everyone's Talking About: Part 1
We're tackling transit myths! Join us as we talk about some of the common things mentioned in the transit world. Together, Royall, Thomas and Amy will…
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Episode 26: Commuting Smarter, Not Harder
goCommute is the region's Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program. Join us as we talk with Amber-Leigh Wimbrough, Senior Commuter Outreach Specialist…
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Episode 25: Going Back to the Future: 21st Century Transit Tech with Sheri Dixon + Michael Price
Mobile fare has reached Hampton Roads Transit! Thomas talks with Sheri Dixon and Michael Price of HRT to see how their new mobile ticketing program - GoMobile…
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Episode 24: Working with the Next Generation of Transit Riders Means Going Outside the... Bus?
Everyone talks about 'the next generation', but what does that mean? For Ariel Gardner & Gus Maxwell of Hampton Roads Transit, it's two things: 👉 Free rides to…
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Episode 23: A Lifetime of Public Service and 14 Years in Public Transit with William Harrell
William Harrell has held a variety of titles in his 40 years of public service. Alexis sits down with him in his last days of 14 years as President & CEO of…
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Episode 22: This is What Transit-Oriented Development Means for Hampton Roads
All over the US, cities are seeing a revival of interest in urban planning and development that puts transit at the core. On this episode of Going Places, we…
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Episode 21: How Hampton Roads Businesses Can Connect with Commuters: The Playbook with Steve Harrison
Hampton Roads businesses can connect with commuters, both from an employer and consumer perspective. In this episode of Going Places, Amy sits down with…
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Episode 20: Cultivating Complete Streets with Jon Jon Weslowski @thehappyurbanist
What does it take to make our streets pedestrian-friendly, bikeable, safe, inviting, and... dare we say... complete? Joni us as we chat with content creator…
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Episode 19: Where We're Headed: An Interview with Mariia Zimmerman, Director of Virginia DRPT
In early 2026, Mariia Zimmerman was appointed the Director of the Virginia Department of Rail & Public Transit (DRPT). Alexis sat down with Mariia to talk all…
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Episode 18: The True Cost of Highways in Hampton Roads (Transit Tea You Didn't Know You Needed Pt. 2)
Did transitioning from mass transit to highway installation impact specific communities right here in Hampton Roads? Here's what the experts have to say.For…
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Episode 17: This is the Tea on the History of Transit in Hampton Roads You Didn't Know You Needed
Ever looked at a road map of Hampton Roads and wondered "Why are you the way that you are?" Yeah, us too. On this episode of Going Places, we sat down with…
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Episode 16: Bringing the Public Back to Public Transit - The Hampton Streetcar 390 Project
Did you know that prior to the mid-1900s, most of the transit system in Hampton Roads was via electric streetcar? 🚃 Greg Siegel and a dedicated group of…
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Episode 15: All Aboard! The Future of Passenger Rail in Hampton Roads
Passenger rail is ✨ that ✨ girl - and Virginia is at the forefront! We sat down with Karina Romero from the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority to talk…
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Episode 14: Sustaining the Future of Transit, Locally and Beyond: An Interview with Paul Skoutelas
Do transit agencies across the nation experience similar successes and struggles? What is coming down the federal pipeline for public transit, and how does…
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Episode 13: With Survivors, Always - How Transit Provides a Pathway to Survivors of Domestic Violence with Dr. Cheryl Chavers
For many survivors of domestic violence, getting to safety starts with something as simple as a bus ride. Public transit connects to shelters, counseling…
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Episode 12: Here's How Transit Connects Communities ft. YWCA South Hampton Roads
Access to reliable transit isn’t just about getting from point A to point B. It reduces barriers and strengthens communities. In this episode, we sit down with…
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Episode 11: Getting Social with Hayden Clarkin @thetransitguy
Public transit content does well on social media? There's no way... Yes, way! For this month's episode, we sat down with Hayden Clarkin - who you probably know…
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Episode 10: Ditching Driving Alone with goCommute
Driving alone seems convenient, but it is a huge personal expense. Lots of people prefer driving alone, but you don't have to. goCommute is the Hampton Roads…
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Episode 9: Small but Mighty - A Conversation with the Williamsburg Area Transit Authority
Did you know that Hampton Roads is actually served by three separate transit agencies? That's right - HRT covers Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk…
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Episode 8: The Future of Transit
The evolution of transit continues! In this episode, we chat with Severine Koen, the Northeast Team Lead of Via, the mobility partner of Hampton Roads Transit…
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Episode 7: The No Car Generation - How Young Professionals Feel About Public Transit
Millennials, Gen Z and Gen Alpha are turning away from the driver's seat. In this episode of Going Places, we sit down with Scott Campbell, millennial and…
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Episode 6: Live from Richmond - It's Transit Advocacy Day!
Each year, public transit agencies, staff and supporters visit Richmond, VA to speak with legislators about the importance of transit in our communities…
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Episode 5: How Transit Gets Developed
Developing transit takes time, patience and a lot of public input. Hear from HRT's Director of Transit Development (*not* transportation!) in this episode of…
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Episode 4: The Politics of Transit
Funding for transit requires more than fares and local contributions. Amy Jordan sits down with Noelle Pinkard, HRT's Organizational Advancement Officer, to…
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Episode 3 Part 2: The Free Fare Debate
If farebox revenue doesn't come close to covering the operational costs of public transportation, then why not just have free fare? In this episode, we tackle…
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Episode 3 Part 1: The Economics of Transit
Not to get too wonky, but it takes money to run transit. And the cash collected from fare boxes or automated machines doesn’t nearly cover the costs. In this…
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Episode 2 Part 2: Who Rides Transit and Where They're Going
Rodney, Sheri and Matt are back to share the results of Hampton Roads Transit's Origin & Destination Study - the first since 2016. In this episode, we talk…
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Episode 2 Part 1: Exploring with Transit this Summer
Exploring Hampton Roads just got easier, all thanks to public transit! In part 1 of this 2 part series, hear from HRT's very own about how you can plan your…
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Episode 1: Transit's Going Places
Meet Thomas, Royall, Amy, and Alexis, the rotating hosts here on Going Places, a podcast that brings a new perspective to transit. Whether you’re a commuter…