Inside an MRT Station

Inside an MRT Station

Join Jonah and Mama as they explore the fascinating world of Singapore's MRT! In Episode 6, they take listeners on a real-life tour of Siglap and Bayshore stations, learning how ticket gates, EZ-Link cards, platforms, and passenger service centers work. Along the way, Jonah answers a listener question about MRT fares, shares his dream additions for MRT stations, and gives a behind-the-scenes look at all the parts of a station that passengers never get to see.

A Day in the Life of the MRT

Episode 5 takes listeners behind the scenes of the Singapore MRT! Jonah and Mama explore what happens before the first train of the day, where trains go at night, and how the MRT keeps running smoothly every day. Plus, they interview a real MRT station manager and answer a listener question about how many people ride the MRT each day — including which stations and lines are the busiest in Singapore.

The Future of the MRT

In this episode, Jonah and Mama discuss all of the upcoming expansions to the MRT. We also hear from our listeners about different metro systems around the world.

Meet The MRT Lines

In this episode, Jonah gives an overview of all six current MRT lines. He also answers a great question and we hear from several listeners about the kids of trains that they prefer.

How Does the MRT Move?

In this episode, Jonah explains exactly how MRT trains move—from electricity and tracks to the systems that keep everything running smoothly. Mama asks the big questions, and Jonah brings the facts, including which lines are automated and how the MRT “knows” where to go.