Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems + SEPTA

How does SEPTA inspect its trackage?

Track Inspector Olu Okiemute sits down with the YAC to talk about how Track Inspectors monitor and maintain parts of the SEPTA Metro network. The episode covers how routine maintenance is conducted, and the nuts and bolts of SEPTA's proprietary network.

Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems + SEPTA

Deputy Managing Director of OTIS, Michael Carroll, sits down with the YAC to discuss collaboration between SEPTA and OTIS, his role as a SEPTA board member, and the state of multimodal transit in Philly.

Transit Oriented Communities

Jen Dougherty sits down to discuss the benefits of SEPTA's transit oriented communities program. This episode takes a closer look at the guidelines SEPTA has developed, how they compares to other authorities in the region , and some exciting news regarding the Ambler Regional Rail Station.

Preparing for 2026

This week we were joined by MaryAnn Tierney, the chief officer of the SEPTA control room. MaryAnn discusses her work in helping to prepare SEPTA for the many large events coming to Philly in 2026 as well as her career in emergency preparedness.

Transportation Alternatives Youth Activist Committee

Lauren Newman from Transportation Alternatives NYC sits down with YAC member Lucy to discuss the incredible activism and advocacy work of the Transportation Alternatives Youth Activist Committee. The YAC had the pleasure of meeting some of these young people last year. The work that they do in NYC is nothing short of inspiring. Learn more here: https://transalt.org/youth