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RLI Taking the Lead Podcast
Taking the Lead 74: Woojin Kim, MD | From Immigrant Beginnings to AI Leadership: The Journey of Woojin Kim

RLI Taking the Lead Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 106:04


In this episode, Woojin Kim, MD, Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Medical Information Officer at HOPPR, shares his remarkable journey from his early years navigating life in the U.S. as an undocumented immigrant to becoming one of radiology's most influential innovators in imaging informatics and AI. Drawing on formative experiences, arriving in the U.S. as an undocumented child, learning English through painstaking self‑translation, and finding stability in a supportive Korean church community, Woojin reflects on how those early years shaped the resilience, curiosity, and drive that underpin his professional journey. During this inspiring conversation, host Geoffrey Rubin, MD, MBA, FACR, traces Woojin's evolution from MSK radiologist and imaging informatics fellow to serial entrepreneur, co‑founding companies including Montage Healthcare Solutions (acquired by Nuance), Equium Intelligence (acquired by Rad AI.) Woojin discusses the origins of his informatics mindset - the Amtrak train rides where he taught himself to code, the team culture that fueled multiple successful exits, and what he learned about scaling technology, leading through acquisition, and deploying AI across diverse health systems worldwide. The conversation dives into the current frontier of radiology AI from foundation models, automated reporting, and agentic AI systems to the critical role of governance. Woojin explains why cognitive‑load reduction, not speed alone, will define the next generation of tools, how practices can prepare for rapid technological shifts and why radiologists must remain stewards of clinical judgment as AI becomes increasingly capable. Through a blend of personal perspective and deep technical insight, Woojin offers a compelling roadmap for radiologists, leaders, and trainees navigating a future shaped by continuous learning and transformative technology. Production support for this third annual William G. Bradley Memorial episode of the RLI “Taking the Lead” podcast has been provided by the California Radiological Society Foundation. The CRS Foundation was established to honor the legacy of Dr. Bradley, a pioneer in radiology practice, research, and leadership, and is committed to advancing the future of radiology in California. Tax‑deductible contributions to the Foundation can be made at www.calrad.org/crs-foundation.

The Morning Agenda
PA Headlines | Feb. 25 | Trump admin. rolls back Mercury and Air Toxics Standard.

The Morning Agenda

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 7:44


The Trump administration is announcing it will rollback a Biden-era rule on power plant emissions of mercury, a neurotoxin that impairs cognitive development in young children. The rule mainly affects pollution from plants that burn coal. Unionized Penn Graduate students have reached a tentative agreement with the university, narrowly averting a strike. The agreement comes after more than a year of negotiations. Pennsylvania Hospital is considered the nation’s oldest hospital, opening in Philadelphia in 1751. Now, the hospital’s original site at the Pine Building will become a museum and mark the country’s 250th anniversary celebrations. An Amtrak employee was killed Monday morning after being struck by a train in Lancaster County. Pennsylvania's rape crisis centers say Governor Josh Shapiro's budget - which maintains their funding at flat levels - will worsen staffing and service challenges. If you're already a member of WITF's Sustaining Circle, you know how convenient it is to support programs like this. By increasing your monthly gift, you can help WITF close the budget gap left by the loss of federal funding. Visit us online at witf.org/increase or become a new Sustaining Circle member at www.witf.org/givenow to help build a sustainable future for WITF and public media. Thank you. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Built
South Station Tower: Rising Over Boston's Historical Rail Hub

Built

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 34:36


Bostonians all have their opinions about South Station. Love it, hate it, or tolerate it -- it's the one place in Boston where you can get an Amtrak, T, commuter train, or bus. And now it's a place to work, play, and live. Decades in the making, South Station Tower is a public-private partnership that guaranteed renovations for the Station, while creating a new 51-story tower above it. It's also part of a larger trend of using the 'blank space' -- the air rights -- above transit hubs worldwide. Hear how it was done. To learn more, visit www.builtpodcast.com.

The Loop
Mid Day Report: Monday, February 23, 2026

The Loop

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 6:29 Transcription Available


Powerful snowstorm blasting through the northeast, all Amtrak services are suspended, and T.F. Green International Airport in Rhode Island has grounded all flights. Stay in "The Loop" with WBZ NewsRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Total Information AM Weekend
All Aboard: Train Travel Talk on Chat with StuMac

Total Information AM Weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 5:47


On KMOX, StuMac chats with Scott Jagow about their love of train travel, comparing rail vs flying, sharing Amtrak trips across Missouri, high speed trains in Germany, scenic observation routes, and a lighthearted moment with train songs and a whistling Walmart story.

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan
Tax holidays, current and proposed

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 9:59


Plea deals for suspects in the 2023 Dadeville birthday-party shooting; Alabama makes it harder to set environmental standards; severe-weather tax holiday and a proposed gun tax holiday; how Amtrak's doing on the Gulf Coast; record highs from yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Correct Opinions with Trey Kennedy
329: Push Present Drama + Why Everyone Hates the Car Dealership

Correct Opinions with Trey Kennedy

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 71:34


This week on Correct Opinions, Trey, Katie, Jake, and Derek cover: the latest push present / ring saga update, Trey's special + diamond “carat vs karat” confusion, tongue tie + a Tate McRae PSA, why test drives are awkward, millennial road trip nostalgia, Amtrak/train chaos stories, Dutch Bros orders, checking your credit score for fun (??), toothbrush mix-ups, and a wild Olympic village/NBC tangent.Sponsors:Go to http://RO.CO/CORRECTOPINIONS to see if you're eligible for the new GLP-1 pill on Ro.Try EveryPlate and get $2.99 per meal on your first box, plus free steak for a month. Go to http://EveryPlate.com/podcast and use code treysteak to claim your offer. Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at http://Lolablankets.com by using code CORRECTOPINIONS at checkout. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets.Slow the growth of greys and get 15% off by using code [CORRECTOPINIONS] at http://Arey.comJoin the patreon today! http://patreon.com/treykennedy

NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi
NJ Spotlight News February 18, 2026

NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 26:31


Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, the Gateway Development Commission announced that it's received the full $205 million dollars from the federal government for the Gateway Tunnel project, and work is expected to restart as early as next week.    Plus, we talk with Assemblyman Ravi Bhalla about his controversial bills responding to recent ICE actions in New Jersey.   Also, service disruptions continue for NJ Transit riders as Amtrak switches service from the old Portal bridge, we talk to frustrated rail commuters.   And, is the drinking water in Trenton safe? We'll take a look at the ongoing issues at Trenton Water Works.

NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi
NJ Spotlight News February 17, 2026

NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 26:27


Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, NJ Transit commutes were expected to be slower this morning because Amtrak has begun shifting service from the old Portal North Bridge to the new one.   Plus, as the funding starts flowing for the Gateway Tunnel project, President Trump calls the project a “boondoggle” and promises to once again withhold it.   Also, we get the latest from Washington over the partial government shutdown after a deal failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security.   And, social media and youth mental health, we talk with one New Jersey lawmaker pushing a bill to strengthen online protections.

The Focus Group
America's Hangover with Spirits

The Focus Group

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 44:26


The talk ranges from a little politics to Super Bowl advertising, and train travel. Shop Talk Focus Group reveals that Gen Z is shunning liquor more than previous generations resulting in the bankruptcy of a few brands. Caught My Eye covers a front porch auction find and the latest in Amtrak fashion. William Levitt, the King of Suburbia, is the Business Birthday this week. We're all business. Except when we're not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nightside With Dan Rea
Adventure By Train!

Nightside With Dan Rea

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 39:28 Transcription Available


Bradley Jay Filled in On NightSideAre you a train enthusiast or have you always wanted to take a special ride on the open rails? Bradley is a bit of a train enthusiast himself and discussed all the different types of train adventures you can go on whether it’s a luxury train in the U.S. or Europe, a cross-country rail, New England train ride for a daytrip, etc. There are all sorts of landscapes to be seen riding the open rails! Bradley shared some of his train adventures and welcomed listeners to share yours! Jason Abrams with Amtrak also checked in to discuss some of Amtrak's offerings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HISTORY This Week
Trailer: HTW Season Premiere This Monday!

HISTORY This Week

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 2:03


HISTORY This Week will return with new episodes this Monday, February 16th, with a story about the most vital train tunnels in the United States. The North River Tunnels—their formal name—connect New Jersey to Penn Station in New York City, carrying 200,000 passengers every day. These tunnels underneath the Hudson are now over 115 years old, and are in desperate need of repair. The tunnel rehabilitation effort will be the largest infrastructure project in the country. It's just getting underway, but now, the funding has been tied up in a political battle between the Trump Administration, Amtrak, and the states of New York and New Jersey. The stakes could not be higher. If these tunnels were to fail, up to 20% of U.S. GDP could be at risk. In this episode, we will unpack just how difficult it was to dig these tunnels in the first place. One man, Pennsylvania Railroad President Alexander Cassatt, was determined to build this critical rail connection, ultimately linking the entire Eastern Seaboard via train for the first time, using engineering methods that had never been tried before. If he failed, his corporation—the largest in the world at the time—would have been doomed.

The Sisters in Crime Writers' Podcast
Tara Lush

The Sisters in Crime Writers' Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 51:21 Transcription Available


Tara Lush is the Florida-based author of the Crescent Moon Mystery series, where the bodies are fictional, but the weird Florida vibes are very real.She's a RITA finalist, Amtrak writing fellow, and George C. Polk Award winner who once covered crime, hurricanes, and alligators for the Associated Press.These days, she conjures up mysteries from her home near the Gulf of Mexico, where she lives with her husband, dog, and possibly a ghost or two. Website: www.taralush.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LushBooksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.book.lush*****************About SinCSisters in Crime (SinC) was founded in 1986 to promote the ongoing advancement, recognition and professional development of women crime writers. Through advocacy, programming and leadership, SinC empowers and supports all crime writers regardless of genre or place on their career trajectory.www.SistersinCrime.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sincworldwideInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sincworldwide/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@sincworldwideBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sincworldwide.bsky.socialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sincworldwideeTikTok:: https://www.tiktok.com/@sincnationalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sisters-in-crime/The SinC Writers' Podcast is produced by Julian Crocamo https://www.juliancrocamo.com/

Henrico News Minute
Henrico News Minute – Feb. 9, 2026

Henrico News Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 4:15


Potential good news for those who use Exit 80 off I-95 in the Lakeside area; crime was down in Henrico last year; how a rail project near Washington, D.C. is impacting local Amtrak commuters; our daily weekday Henrico Black History Month Spotlight series.Support the show

The Loop
Morning Report: Thursday, February 5, 2026

The Loop

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 6:58 Transcription Available


The parking wars turn violent in Boston, problems on Amtrak have passengers at a standstill this morning, and the Patriots answer questions ahead of the big game. Stay in "The Loop" with WBZ NewsRadio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transit Unplugged
"We're Really Hitting Our Stride.” Roger Harris, President of Amtrak ​

Transit Unplugged

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 25:17 Transcription Available


On this episode of Transit Unplugged, Paul Comfort is joined by Roger Harris, President of Amtrak, for an in-depth look at what's driving momentum at America's national railroad. Roger breaks down a remarkable 2025 for Amtrak—highlighting record ridership, revenue growth, and historic capital investment—and shares what's ahead in 2026 as the organization stays focused on one core priority: running a great railroad.Paul and Roger explore how Amtrak operates as both a passenger rail provider and a critical infrastructure partner—especially in the complex Northeast Corridor ecosystem where commuter agencies and intercity rail depend on shared networks, tunnels, and bridges. Roger also digs into how smarter scheduling, strong demand, and modernized service planning are fueling growth—while new investment helps deliver more consistent reliability and a stronger customer experience.They also preview what's coming next, including the NextGen Acela rollout, the future of Airo fleet modernization, and new service momentum like the Amtrak Mardi Gras route. Plus, Roger shares how Amtrak is preparing to support major national moments ahead—including World Cup travel and America 250.In this episode, you'll hear:What drove Amtrak's record performance in 2025 Why “running a great railroad” means consistency, tools, and reliability How Amtrak supports commuter partners as an infrastructure provider What's next for NextGen Acela and Airo fleet modernization How Amtrak is preparing for World Cup crowds and America 250Host + Producer: Paul ComfortExecutive Producer: Julie GatesProducer: Chris O'KeeffeEditor: Patrick EmileAssociate Producer: Cyndi RaskinBrand Design: Tina OlagundoyeSocial Media: Tatyana MechkarovaIf you have a question or comment, email us at info@transitunplugged.comDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo, its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent. This production belongs to Modaxo and may contain information subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights. This content is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Modaxo disclaims all warranties and liability arising from the use of this material.

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What's The [DATA] Point
630,000 with Andy Byford

What's The [DATA] Point

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 55:50


630,000 is the number of riders who travel through Penn Station every day—making it the busiest transportation hub in the nation. The catch? It was designed, reportedly, for just 200,000. Revitalizing Penn Station is a bit of a white whale for its many stakeholders, including three transit agencies, two states, one city, and now, the Federal government. There is momentum at long last in part thanks to the head of the project for Amtrak, Andy "Train Daddy" Byford. So—what should the station look like? What will happen to MSG? Who will pay—and who's in charge? Listen in as CBC President Andrew Rein and Byford have a substantive conversation about the project's future.

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show
Monday, February 2nd 2026 Dave & Chuck the Freak Full Show

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 196:35


Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about Groundhog Day, things to look forward to in February, guy opened full body wax and grooming for men salon, toilet failure over ocean during 15 hour flight, another winter storm and deep freeze temps, snow on Florida beaches, snow plow plowed road ahead of ambulance with newborn who needed hospital, ice highway in Wisconsin, Today Show anchor's mom went missing, IVF clinic mixed up eggs and sperm, 90-year-old man scammed out of $800k, boxer's wig knocked off during fight, NFL ticket sales up, Catherine O'Hara died, Grammy awards, nude guy on Universal Studio tram, man hit by flying chair thrown by friend during fight, couple stole dildos at gunpoint, woman sliced off partner's penis, guy went in for gallbladder surgery and left with vasectomy, guy makes booze made with adult content creator's panties, disgusting habits people think are actually normal, skiers rescued from snow and cold, crackdown on super speeders, bin stores, DoorDash robots, man demanded a waitress cut burger in half, Amtrak track suit, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Woody & Wilcox
02-02-2025 Edition of the Woody and Wilcox Show

Woody & Wilcox

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 73:05


Today on the Woody and Wilcox Show: Road conditions after the winter storm; Catherine O'Hara has passed away; Grammys recap; Heated Rivalry series causes increase in ticket sales for hockey games; Government is phasing out physical checks for tax refunds; Amtrak sweat suit; Boxer loses hairpiece during fight; Wilcox's wife clears a path in the yard for the dog; Bad Bunny could not perform at the Grammys because he is doing the halftime show at the Super Bowl; Strange reason you went to the emergency room; Mini van sales increased 20% in 2025; And more!

Labor Pains: Dealing with infertility and loss during pregnancy or infancy.
Episode 56 ~ Grief Doesn't Play Fair: Mon Trice Williams On Healing Beyond Survival Mode

Labor Pains: Dealing with infertility and loss during pregnancy or infancy.

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 38:33


What happens when grief arrives all at once—and refuses to follow the rules?In this deeply moving episode of Female Voices: Life & Loss, host Teresa Reiniger sits down with Mon Trice Williams (aka Poet Emma Dree)—a widow, mother, poet, author, and curator of healing spaces—who shares how losing her mother, husband, and five other family members within single year reshaped everything she thought she knew about grief, self-care, and resilience.Rather than trying to “fix” her grief, Mon Trice learned to listen to it—and what emerged was a powerful philosophy: self-care isn't a one-time rescue, it's a sustainable network. Through poetry, interactive open mics, serenity suppers, and immersive writing experiences, Mon Trice now creates healing spaces that help people process grief, identity shifts, and loss—together.This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating grief, burnout, widowhood, or emotional overwhelm—and for those who feel pressure to be “high-functioning” while silently unraveling.

Transit Unplugged
The Transit Guy's 2026 Outlook: Automation, AI, Night Trains and More

Transit Unplugged

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 32:38 Transcription Available


Transit Unplugged wraps a six-part “State of Transit” series to kick off 2026, Paul Comfort is joined by Hayden Clarkin — transportation engineer, mobility consultant, Mass Transit Magazine Top 40 Under 40 honoree, and one of the industry's most-followed voices online, known as “The Transit Guy.” In a wide-ranging conversation from New York City, Paul and Hayden break down the biggest forces shaping transit right now — from automation and AI to Amtrak expansion, station revitalization, and the growing push for better rider information and wayfinding. In this episode, we cover: Why transit automation is gaining momentum — and why new lines should be designed for it from day one What WMATA's Automatic Train Operation progress could mean for capacity, reliability, and cost efficiency Where AI can create real value today (and where the hype still outpaces reality) What privatization could look like in North America — and what we can learn from global models Why night trains are resurging in Europe, and whether a similar model could work here The future of Amtrak, corridor expansion, and the challenges of state-by-state rail planning The return of iconic train stations — and why station location matters as much as architecture How wayfinding and real-time information can make transit easier for everyone (including first-timers) If you're looking for a fast, smart snapshot of where transit is headed next, this episode is your roadmap. Follow Hayden Clarkin: “The Transit Guy”: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haydenclarkin/ https://www.instagram.com/thetransitguy/ https://thetransitguy.substack.com/ Host + Producer: Paul Comfort Executive Producer: Julie Gates Producer: Chris O'Keeffe Editor: Patrick Emile Associate Producer: Cyndi Raskin Brand Design: Tina Olagundoye Social Media: Tatyana Mechkarova If you have a question or comment, email us at info@transitunplugged.com Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo, its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent. This production belongs to Modaxo and may contain information subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights. This content is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Modaxo disclaims all warranties and liability arising from the use of this material.

New Books in American Studies
Terry Williams, "Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York" (Columbia UP, 2024)

New Books in American Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 27:09


Aboveground, Manhattan's Riverside Park provides open space for the densely populated Upper West Side. Beneath its surface run railroad tunnels, disused for decades, where over the years unhoused people have taken shelter. The sociologist Terry Williams ventured into the tunnel residents' world, seeking to understand life on the margins and out of sight. He visited the tunnels between West Seventy-Second and West Ninety-Sixth Streets hundreds of times from 1991 to 1996, when authorities cleared them out to make way for Amtrak passenger service, and again between 2000 and 2020.  Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York (Columbia UP, 2024) explores this society below the surface and the varieties of experience among unhoused people. Bringing together anecdotal material, field observations, photographs, transcribed conversations with residents, and excerpts from personal journals, Williams provides a vivid ethnographic portrait of individual people, day-to-day activities, and the social world of the underground and their engagement with the world above, which they call “topside.” He shows how marginalized people strive to make a place for themselves amid neglect and isolation as they struggle for dignity. Featuring Williams's distinctive ethnographic eye and deep empathy for those on the margins, Life Underground shines a unique light on a vanished subterranean community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

New Books Network
Terry Williams, "Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York" (Columbia UP, 2024)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 27:09


Aboveground, Manhattan's Riverside Park provides open space for the densely populated Upper West Side. Beneath its surface run railroad tunnels, disused for decades, where over the years unhoused people have taken shelter. The sociologist Terry Williams ventured into the tunnel residents' world, seeking to understand life on the margins and out of sight. He visited the tunnels between West Seventy-Second and West Ninety-Sixth Streets hundreds of times from 1991 to 1996, when authorities cleared them out to make way for Amtrak passenger service, and again between 2000 and 2020.  Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York (Columbia UP, 2024) explores this society below the surface and the varieties of experience among unhoused people. Bringing together anecdotal material, field observations, photographs, transcribed conversations with residents, and excerpts from personal journals, Williams provides a vivid ethnographic portrait of individual people, day-to-day activities, and the social world of the underground and their engagement with the world above, which they call “topside.” He shows how marginalized people strive to make a place for themselves amid neglect and isolation as they struggle for dignity. Featuring Williams's distinctive ethnographic eye and deep empathy for those on the margins, Life Underground shines a unique light on a vanished subterranean community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

New Books in Anthropology
Terry Williams, "Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York" (Columbia UP, 2024)

New Books in Anthropology

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 27:09


Aboveground, Manhattan's Riverside Park provides open space for the densely populated Upper West Side. Beneath its surface run railroad tunnels, disused for decades, where over the years unhoused people have taken shelter. The sociologist Terry Williams ventured into the tunnel residents' world, seeking to understand life on the margins and out of sight. He visited the tunnels between West Seventy-Second and West Ninety-Sixth Streets hundreds of times from 1991 to 1996, when authorities cleared them out to make way for Amtrak passenger service, and again between 2000 and 2020.  Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York (Columbia UP, 2024) explores this society below the surface and the varieties of experience among unhoused people. Bringing together anecdotal material, field observations, photographs, transcribed conversations with residents, and excerpts from personal journals, Williams provides a vivid ethnographic portrait of individual people, day-to-day activities, and the social world of the underground and their engagement with the world above, which they call “topside.” He shows how marginalized people strive to make a place for themselves amid neglect and isolation as they struggle for dignity. Featuring Williams's distinctive ethnographic eye and deep empathy for those on the margins, Life Underground shines a unique light on a vanished subterranean community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

New Books in Urban Studies
Terry Williams, "Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York" (Columbia UP, 2024)

New Books in Urban Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 27:09


Aboveground, Manhattan's Riverside Park provides open space for the densely populated Upper West Side. Beneath its surface run railroad tunnels, disused for decades, where over the years unhoused people have taken shelter. The sociologist Terry Williams ventured into the tunnel residents' world, seeking to understand life on the margins and out of sight. He visited the tunnels between West Seventy-Second and West Ninety-Sixth Streets hundreds of times from 1991 to 1996, when authorities cleared them out to make way for Amtrak passenger service, and again between 2000 and 2020.  Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York (Columbia UP, 2024) explores this society below the surface and the varieties of experience among unhoused people. Bringing together anecdotal material, field observations, photographs, transcribed conversations with residents, and excerpts from personal journals, Williams provides a vivid ethnographic portrait of individual people, day-to-day activities, and the social world of the underground and their engagement with the world above, which they call “topside.” He shows how marginalized people strive to make a place for themselves amid neglect and isolation as they struggle for dignity. Featuring Williams's distinctive ethnographic eye and deep empathy for those on the margins, Life Underground shines a unique light on a vanished subterranean community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Off the Page: A Columbia University Press Podcast
Terry Williams, "Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York" (Columbia UP, 2024)

Off the Page: A Columbia University Press Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 27:09


Aboveground, Manhattan's Riverside Park provides open space for the densely populated Upper West Side. Beneath its surface run railroad tunnels, disused for decades, where over the years unhoused people have taken shelter. The sociologist Terry Williams ventured into the tunnel residents' world, seeking to understand life on the margins and out of sight. He visited the tunnels between West Seventy-Second and West Ninety-Sixth Streets hundreds of times from 1991 to 1996, when authorities cleared them out to make way for Amtrak passenger service, and again between 2000 and 2020.  Life Underground: Encounters with People Below the Streets of New York (Columbia UP, 2024) explores this society below the surface and the varieties of experience among unhoused people. Bringing together anecdotal material, field observations, photographs, transcribed conversations with residents, and excerpts from personal journals, Williams provides a vivid ethnographic portrait of individual people, day-to-day activities, and the social world of the underground and their engagement with the world above, which they call “topside.” He shows how marginalized people strive to make a place for themselves amid neglect and isolation as they struggle for dignity. Featuring Williams's distinctive ethnographic eye and deep empathy for those on the margins, Life Underground shines a unique light on a vanished subterranean community.

Louisiana Considered Podcast
Mardi Gras train service boasts success; LSU's 2026 energy outlook; why Chagas disease is a concern in Louisiana

Louisiana Considered Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 24:29


The first numbers are out for the new Amtrak route between New Orleans and Mobile — the Mardi Gras service. It opened in August, and the numbers show the route has seen nearly double the ridership than was originally forecast. The response has been so strong that Amtrak just announced it added one more train car per round-trip, increasing capacity, which on some days is still not enough to meet demand.Amtrak spokesperson Marc Magliari joins us to discuss what this says about demand in our region for passenger train service.LSU's Center for Energy Studies published its latest outlook reviewing the future of the energy industry in the Gulf South. It highlights the policy uncertainty that stakeholders are dealing with, along with an uncertain situation for international trade agreements and tariffs.Executive director of LSU's Center for Energy Studies Greg Upton joins us for more.Chagas disease is on the rise in Louisiana. The condition, which causes cardiac and digestive issues, is spread by parasite-carrying bugs in the Triatomine family — also known as kissing bugs. While the disease is endemic to South America, researchers are now calling for the reclassification of the disease as endemic in the United States.Tulane researchers have been studying the transmission and prevention of Chagas disease for over a decade. Claudia Herrera, assistant professor at Tulane's school of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, joins us for more.—Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Adam Vos. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Today in San Diego
Street Racing Arrests, Border Construction, North County Coaster Service

Today in San Diego

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2026 3:43


21 people have been indicted for conspiring to engage in exhibitions of speed and illegal reckless driving. This weekend, there will be more major roadwork on I-5, right next to the border. All coaster and Amtrak train service between San Diego and Oceanside will be suspended this weekend.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

Business Travel 360
Linking the Travel Industry | Top Stories of 2025 & Predictions for 2026

Business Travel 360

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2026 20:39


Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members.  We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members.  You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this podcast episode include:Air Albania ceases flight operations.Croatia Airlines is getting a government bailout to the tune of €150m.Frontier Airlines replaces their CEO Barry Biffle after 11 years.And it looks like Frontier and Spirit Airlines might end up merging.Amtrak content becomes available in Travelport via SilverRail.Finnair makes a surprise route announcement with services to Melbourne (via BKK) to start late next year from Helsinki.Former Qantas executives and board members who hold life-time travel perks with the airline have been told they won't be able to utilize those in first class on their ultra long-haul project Sunrise flights.Which companies got mentioned the most in these weekly summaries during 2025? Which stories stood out for us during the #LTTI recordings?What are our predictions for 2026?You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

The Rights To Ricky Sanchez: The Sixers (76ers) Podcast
VJ Edgecombe Saves 2025, Embiid Looks Good In The Big 3's First Win Together

The Rights To Ricky Sanchez: The Sixers (76ers) Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 69:13


The Sixers rallied for a win in Memphis over the Grizzlies in a signature VJ Edgecombe performance. Embiid looked the most spry he has in years in the team's first win with Maxey, Embiid and Paul George all active. Then we relive the Lottery Party moment at Franklin Music Hall when we got the #3 pick, and put the APB out for a Ricky listener on an Amtrak train who stole a seat. Happy 2026, we love you.Reserve your spot for Fly The Process New Orleans here: https://www.rightstorickysanchez.com/p/flyThe Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented by Draft Kings Sportsbook.LL Pavorsky Jewelers is where Rights To Ricky Sanchez listeners go and get engaged.Kornblau Law is the official law firm of the processSurfside Iced Tea and Vodka is the official canned cocktail of The Ricky. 

The Clay Edwards Show
NYE LIVE - TOP STORIES OF T2025 (MISSISSIPPI & NATIONAL) Ep #1,127

The Clay Edwards Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 125:29


Join Clay Edwards for the final episode of 2025 on The Clay Edwards Show (Episode #1127)! In this New Year's Eve special, Clay reflects on the year, sharing personal updates on health and wellness, discussing the biggest news stories in Mississippi and nationally, and diving into fun topics like the most popular baby names of the year—broken down by state, national trends, and even by race with a humorous twist.   Clay's take on dodging the flu and staying healthy. Top 10 Mississippi news stories of 2025, from childcare crises and Amtrak's return to the Gulf Coast to major weather events, political moves, and law enforcement scandals. National top stories, including high-profile trials, natural disasters, protests, and political milestones. A rundown of notable celebrity deaths in 2025, from music icons like Ozzy Osbourne and Jimmy Cliff to actors like Diane Keaton, Val Kilmer, and Hulk Hogan.   Clay also opens up the discussion to listeners: What was your biggest news story of the year? Tune in for unfiltered commentary, laughs, and a lookahead to 2026.   If you enjoyed the episode, hit like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more reality radio doses! Share your thoughts in the comments—what's your top story or celebrity loss from 2025?

True Crime Odyssey
TGF 075 Tara Calico: The Redacted Report

True Crime Odyssey

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 66:02 Transcription Available


On September 20, 1988, nineteen-year-old Terra Leigh Calico set out on her morning bike ride along Highway 47 in Valencia County, New Mexico. She never came home. In the nearly 37 years since her disappearance, this case has become one of America's most haunting unsolved mysteries, defined by a chilling Polaroid photograph discovered in a Florida parking lot and decades of whispered accusations that have never led to justice. But the story most people know is only part of the truth. In this episode of The Redacted Report, we pull back the curtain on the facts that never made it into the official narrative. We examine evidence that was lost, destroyed, or never properly collected, including a suitcase containing telephone wire found during a drug investigation at a nearby motel and later destroyed by a detective.We explore persistent rumors of a pink bicycle and underwear with Terra's initials that were allegedly found but never logged as evidence, and we reveal the shocking truth about the Walkman and cassette tape pieces that were analyzed and determined not to belong to Terra at all. This episode takes a hard look at witnesses who were overlooked or ignored, including a pivotal eyewitness who reported seeing a group of four or five young men and one woman waiting in Terra's path on the morning she vanished. That witness is now dead, their full account lost to time. We also examine the story of a man named Ishmael who came forward, was placed under hypnosis, identified a suspect from a photo lineup, and then was abandoned by the detective who was supposed to follow up with him. We explore the chilling connection to David Parker Ray, the Toy Box Killer, who was born in Belen and whose family had a ranch near where Terra disappeared. Ray closely resembled the composite sketch of the man seen following Terra, but FBI investigators ruled him out based on his meticulous record-keeping, which contained no mention of Terra Calico. With Ray eliminated as a suspect, investigators turned their attention to local young men who allegedly knew Terra and had been harassing her for months before she vanished.The episode delves deep into the mysteries surrounding the Polaroid photographs, including the famous Port Saint Joe image and two additional photographs found in California and on an Amtrak train. We examine the phone number written on the spine of the V.C. Andrews novel in the photograph, which yielded 300 possible combinations and 57 valid phone numbers, none of which produced any leads. We discuss the beach sighting of a young woman matching the photograph being given verbal orders by several men, and we address Marilyn Manson's claim that he used to drop similar staged photographs in Florida as pranks. We reveal the threatening notes that were left on Terra's car for months before her disappearance, notes that were dismissed as high school antics and have since disappeared from the evidence record. We examine the case of Debra Lansdell, a 29-year-old woman from nearby Peralta who vanished on September 21, 1985, almost exactly three years before Terra and nearly to the exact day.The episode covers the breakthrough that came in October 2020 when the Rocky Mountain Information Network completed a two-year analysis of the case and recommended pursuing loose ends that had never been fully explored. We discuss the sealed search warrant executed in September 2021 and the June 2023 announcement that law enforcement believes there is sufficient evidence to submit the case to the District Attorney's Office for potential charges. We examine the statute of limitations problems that complicate prosecution and the ongoing search efforts, including the September 2025 mine shaft investigation that employed fly traps designed to attract insects that feed on human remains.This is a story about more than just one missing woman. It is a story about systemic failures, about evidence that was mishandled or destroyed, about witnesses who were ignored, about a community that may have known the truth for decades and chosen to remain silent. It is a story about families who waited their entire lives for answers and died without ever receiving them.The FBI reward of $20,000 remains in place. Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to contact the Valencia County Sheriff's Office at 505-866-2400 or submit tips online at tips.fbi.gov.After 37 years, the truth is still out there. Someone knows what happened on Highway 47 that September morning. This episode is a call to finally break the silence.

FreightCasts
Morning Minute | December 26, 2025

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 2:35


In this episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute, we investigate a major class-action filing aimed at stopping the California DMV from canceling nearly 20,000 commercial driver's licenses due to administrative errors. The Lawsuit Targets California DMV Over Administrative Failures Affecting 20,000 CDL Drivers argues that these cancellations disproportionately affect the Sikh community and pose an immediate risk to the stability of the supply chain. We also break down critical leadership updates in maritime governance, including the Senate confirmation of former Maersk executive Stephen Carmel as the administrator of the Maritime Administration. As the Marad chief, FMC nominee confirmed, these new appointees are set to fill vital gaps in the agencies that regulate U.S. ocean and port logistics. Finally, we discuss the rejection of an ambitious rail initiative after Amtrak turns down the ‘Transcontinental Chief' proposal, citing a lack of a fundamental business case for the 72-hour transcontinental service. AmeriStarRail now plans to lobby Congress to force negotiations for the drive-aboard train service in hopes of launching by the 2028 Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Wonderland on Points | Credit Card Rewards & Budget Travel
174. Midweek Mini: NYC at Christmas- $1000+ a Night Hotel for $0!

Wonderland on Points | Credit Card Rewards & Budget Travel

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 20:37


Celebrate the magic of Christmas travel done smartly in this festive midweek mini episode of Wonderland on Points. Mary Ellen shares how she pulled off a dreamy, budget-friendly Christmas Eve getaway to New York City with her preschooler using points and miles, from scoring affordable Amtrak tickets to booking a Times Square hotel that would have cost over $1,000 per night for just 29,000 Hyatt points. You'll hear practical tips for Amtrak booking and upgrades, smart seat selection for kid-friendly Broadway-style shows like the Radio City Rockettes Christmas Spectacular, and how Hyatt's Brand Explorer “Hyatt Bingo” can unlock valuable free night certificates. Along the way, the episode highlights simple joys like New York pizza in bed, a magical Disney Store moment, and the power of solo parent-child trips made possible through points and miles. Perfect for families looking to travel more, spend less, and create meaningful holiday memories, this episode is packed with real-world strategies and Christmas cheer.Episode SponsorFlipside Luggage (Use code WONDERLAND for 25% OFF!)Find Us On Online:Mary Ellen | JoFacebook GroupWonderland On Points BlogHoliday Gift Ideas for Travel LoversAffiliate Links:Comfrt.com 15% OFFRakuten- Mary Ellen (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS)Rakuten- Joanna (Get 5000 AMEX or Bilt POINTS)Chase/Capital One/Amex Card LinksFlyKitt- the BEST Jet Lag Solution!Tripiamo Driving TutorialsOur Favorite Travel NecessitiesWe receive a small commission when you choose to use any of our links to purchase your products or apply for your cards! We SO appreciate when you choose to give back to the podcast in this way!

News & Features | NET Radio
Dec. 23 | UNK decreases cuts, Amtrak seats scarce

News & Features | NET Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 10:07


Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 23, include: human remains found in outbuilding on Furnas County farm have been identified, Amtrak trains crossing Nebraska are nearly sold out most nights this holiday season as demand outpaces available rail cars, funding for Nebraska's Business Innovation Act has been reinstated, University of Nebraska at Kearney reduces planned budget cuts after faculty and staff feedback, forecasters say Nebraska could see record warmth heading into Christmas.

Shawn Ryan Show
#264 Hunter Biden - His Answer to the Laptop Claims, Burisma, White House Coke and Pardons

Shawn Ryan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 329:07


Hunter Biden is an American attorney, businessman, and author and the son of President Joe Biden. Born in Delaware and shaped by profound personal tragedies and a diverse career in finance, policy, and international ventures. His mother and sister passed away in a car accident when he was young, and his brother, who survived the accident, later passed at age 46 from brain cancer. Married to Melissa Cohen, with whom he has one child. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Georgetown University and earned a Juris Doctor degree from Yale Law School, before working briefly as a Jesuit volunteer in Portland, Oregon, and transitioning into banking and politics. Biden built his early career at MBNA America, then served at the United States Department of Commerce, focusing on e-commerce policy during the Clinton administration. In 2001, he co-founded the lobbying firm Oldaker, Biden & Belair, which worked on issues including online gambling. He served as a board member of Amtrak and is a founding partner of Rosemont Seneca Partners, an investment and advisory firm. He previously was on the board of BHR Partners, a China-based private equity firm, and from 2014 to 2019, he served on the board of Burisma Holdings, a Ukrainian energy company owned by Mykola Zlochevsky, amid political investigations. In 2013, Biden joined the U.S. Navy Reserve as an ensign, but was discharged in 2014. Biden has publicly admitted to struggles with addiction, detailed in his 2021 memoir Beautiful Things, and has been sober since 2019. He faced public controversies, including the 2018 laptop scandal, and was under federal criminal investigation for tax matters and firearm possession. In 2024, he pleaded guilty to failing to pay $1.4 million in taxes from 2016 to 2019 on foreign income, which he spent on drugs and luxuries. In April 2025, President Joe Biden issued a pardon clearing Hunter of his federal gun and tax convictions. Biden continues to advocate for awareness of addiction through his personal story of recovery and resilience. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://RocketMoney.com/SRS today. Go to https://armra.com/SRS or enter SRS to get 30% off your first subscription order. Ready to upgrade your eyewear? Check them out at https://roka.com and use code SRS for 20% off sitewide. Hunter Biden Links: Book - https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Things-Memoir-Hunter-Biden/dp/1982151110/ref=sr_1_2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bloodworks 101
"Washington State Blood Donor Day 2025" - Juan Cotto & Dan Fazio (S7 E15)

Bloodworks 101

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 26:06


Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Each year, Bloodworks Northwest sets aside December 18th as Washington State Blood Donor Day. It's a day that comemorates the Amtrak 501 derailment near DuPont on Decemeber 18th, 2017. But it also shines a light on the need to be ready BEFORE disasters like that occur. The derailment killed three and injured dozens and crippled transportation in Western Washington for days. Bloodworks Northwest's Juan Cotto spearheaded the effort to get the day set aside a few years ago but as Bloodworks 101 producer John Yeager found out, it wasn't the last time he'd be at the center of a statewide blood donation awareness campaign. 

NTD Good Morning
U.S. Sanctions Maduro's Family; Indiana Senate Reject Redistricting Map | NTD Good Morning (Dec. 12)

NTD Good Morning

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 93:05


The U.S. is increasing pressure on Venezuela, sanctioning three nephews of First Lady Cilia Flores, two of whom are known narcotics smugglers. it comes after the U.S. seized an oil tanker with alleged links to terrorist groups. Venezuela calls the action piracy, while the White House says the U.S. intends to take the oil from the vessel.The Indiana State Senate voted down a new congressional map yesterday 31-19, that would have favored Republicans. That's despite having a 40-10 Republican super-majority in the chamber. The redrawn map would have given Indiana Republicans all nine of the state's U.S. House seats, two more compared to what they currently have. Republicans and Democrats are separated by just 3 seats in the U.S. House, and redistricting could determine control of the chamber in the 2026 midterms.Days of torrential rain have triggered historic flooding in Washington state, leaving families stranded, sweeping away homes, and prompting rescues. Tens of thousands remain under evacuation orders. The storms have shut roads and halted Amtrak service between Seattle and Vancouver. Officials warn the powerful atmospheric river is pushing rivers toward record levels.

Transit Unplugged
“We're Ready Now.” – Jay Fox on the 2034 Olympics and Utah's Big Transit Moment

Transit Unplugged

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 28:50 Transcription Available


In this week's episode of Transit Unplugged, Paul Comfort sits down with Jay Fox, Executive Director of the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) — one of the fastest-growing, highest-performing transit agencies in the United States and APTA's 2025 Transit System of the Year.Jay brings a remarkable background across FAA, FTA, Amtrak, and SEPTA — and now leads the agency serving one of the most dynamic, youthful, and transit-hungry regions in America.Together, Paul and Jay dive into:Preparing for the 2034 Winter OlympicsJay shares why UTA told the IOC: “We're ready now.”UTA's rail, BRT corridors, FrontRunner upgrades, and multimodal network already form a complete backbone for Olympic mobility — with more enhancements on the way. FrontRunner 2X: The Generational Rail ProjectUTA is pushing to move from 25% to 50% double-tracking, enabling:-15-minute peak service -A new infill station -A new maintenance facility -Pathways to Sunday service…all while ridership continues to soar. A Multimodal System Built for GrowthUTA operates:-131 miles of rail (commuter, light rail, streetcar) -Three BRT lines (including OGX, electric and wildly successful) -Extensive bus, microtransit, vanpool, and paratransit services -A booming Ski Bus network that keeps the canyons moving Transit ROI: The Utah ModelJay breaks down the hard numbers on economic impact:-$9.6B in economic output generated -$377M in tax revenue returned -79,000 jobs supported -Ever $1 invested netted a $5.11 returned to the regional economyAll from an operating budget of roughly $480M. Why UTA's Riders Are Getting YoungerJay explains how university partnerships, free-fare programs, and campus connectivity are transforming ridership patterns — and why student riders today become lifelong riders tomorrow.Global CollaborationUTA is working with LA Metro, LA28, and Milan/Cortina teams to prepare for back-to-back Olympic cycles (2026, 2028, 2034), exchanging insights on operations, vehicle staging, and major-event transport logistics.This is one of the most wide-ranging, energizing episodes we've recorded — and a perfect companion to our upcoming Transit Unplugged TV episode filmed on location in Utah.Host: Paul ComfortExecutive Producer: Julie GatesProducer: Paul ComfortEditor: Patrick EmileAssociate Producer: Cyndi RaskinBrand design: Tina OlagundoyeSocial Media: Tatyana MechkarovaIf you have a question or comment, email us at info@transitunplugged.com.Follow us on social media:https://www.linkedin.com/company/transit-unplugged/https://x.com/transitunplughttps://www.threads.net/@transitunpluggedhttps://www.instagram.com/transitunplugged/Sign up for the Transit Unplugged Newsletter: https://transitunplugged.com/subscribe-to-the-transit-unplugged-newsletter/Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo Inc., its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent (“Modaxo”). This production belongs to Modaxo, and may contain information that may be subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights and restrictions. This production provides general information, and should not be relied on as legal advice or opinion. Modaxo specifically disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and will not be liable for any losses, claims, or damages arising from the use of this presentation, from any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken in response to

Transit Tangents
Is the US Ready for Night Trains?

Transit Tangents

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 30:34 Transcription Available


We examine whether night trains can work in the United States by starting with a real sleeper ride from Zurich to Leipzig and then mapping routes where overnight service fits naturally. Dreamstar's proposed LA–SF sleeper gets a reality check, while Amtrak's current options and price gaps are unpacked with practical fixes.• First‑hand review of ÖBB Nightjet Zurich to Leipzig• Differences between compartments and open‑berth formats• Snapshot of U.S. sleeper history and Pullman luxury• Amtrak room types, limitations and high fares• Why overnight rail saves time, money and stress• Dreamstar LA–SF feasibility, timelines and obstacles• Easy pilot candidates on NEC overnight slots• Route ideas: LA–Phoenix, Chicago–Minneapolis, Chicago–Kansas City, Chicago–Nashville• Shared berths as a lower‑cost U.S. option• What it would take to win mode‑shift from flightsIf you liked this video, please go ahead and hit that subscribe button. If you work for Amtrak or Dreamstar and want to talk sleepers, reach out. You can support us via Patreon, Buy Me a Coffee, or our merch store.Send us a textSupport the show

City Cast Madison
Hey Amtrak, Madison Is Ready

City Cast Madison

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 28:20


Madison has been waiting for passenger rail to connect us to neighboring cities for decades. We saw a glimmer of possibility in 2021 when Amtrak shortlisted Madison as a location for service by 2035. Ultimately, whether or not passenger rail comes to Madison is up to Amtrak and the state of Wisconsin, but the City of Madison is doing their part to attract the train. City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin chats with city transportation director Christof Spieler about the latest developments in the future of rail transportation in Madison.  ‼️ P.S. It's day one of our week-long membership drive! Get more from City Cast Madison when you become a City Cast Madison Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events, and more. Plus if you sign up this week, we'll send you our special City Cast Madison beanie. Join the City Cast Madison Neighbors program today!

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan
Wintertime in Alabama

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 22:59


Today we're going to check in with weather reporter Leigh Morgan as we begin the winter season and also talk about how accurate this year's hurricane-season forecast was. In today's report we also have early Amtrak success on the Gulf Coast, human remains finally identified, and a really big house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Audacious with Chion Wolf
Audacious at sea: Wisdom from strangers on a cruise ship

Audacious with Chion Wolf

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 49:09


A wise woman once said, “You can tell the ocean anything, but it has to be the truth.“ Chion Wolf boards the MSC Meraviglia expecting a week of small talk and sunscreen. But the farther she gets from land, the more people become willing to hang out in the deep end to talk about love, loss, faith, sobriety and stories they’ve been holding onto for years. When they speak, the ocean listens. And in this hour, so do you. Listen to a BONUS track featuring more voices from the ship: Latisha from the Bronx; Vincent Ferrito and Lauren Englemann from Brooklyn, NY; Brittney and Jeana Lockhart from New Bedford, MA; Henry Armbrister, Barbara Williams, Dellie Maycock, and Giovanni Ferguson from Nassau, Bahamas. Suggested episodes: The Big E: What it takes to create 17 days of magic Life advice, one Audacious guest at a time It's A Brand Nude Day! Discovering delight - and despair - in dumpster diving Welcome to the Punderdome! We're entering NYC's punniest pun competition SOLD! Audacious Auctioneers Plus, Advice on Amtrak’s Southwest Chief, a project Chion did interviewing passengers on a 48-hour train ride GUESTS: A segment: Keith Miller from Long Island, NY; Kevin Luong from New York, NY; Vin Panday from Ontario, Canada; Jessica Struble from Holly, PA; Ruby Selver from Turks and Caicos; and Marty and Mary Pasternak from Buffalo, NY B segment: Mike Turner from Levittown, PA; Brian Martignetti from El Paso, TX; Darrell Floyd from New Haven, CT; and Randy Deveaux and Sylvia Wilson from Nassau, Bahamas C segment: Joe and Valerie Leone from Blue Bell, PA; Tommy and Cindy Lazarz from Ware, MA; John and Ada Sue Siler from Richmond, VA; and Javier and Angela Mahon from Brooklyn, NY Support the show: https://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bellingham Podcast
Ep. 240 "GPT takes on Bellingham, and we correct it?"

Bellingham Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 31:36


In this episode, AJ and Chris dig into a playful but insightful exploration: What would happen if an outsider spent a weekend in Bellingham guided solely by web searches or AI?Fresh off a Portland conference with heavy AI themes, AJ tests what “SmackGPT” thinks a weekend in Bellingham should look like across five traveler personas: the Local Explorer, Family Adventurer, Mindful Explorer, Camper, and Lux High Roller (exact output posted below).The gents review, refine, and sometimes hilariously correct the AI-generated recommendations, offering their hyper-local expertise on food, lodging, hikes, coffee shops, costs, and hidden gems. Along the way, Amtrak stories, camping advice, critiques of $10 gas estimates, and an update on the infamous “mics on sticks” recording setup.It's a mix of travel guide, tech commentary, and classic Bellingham banter all better than any bot.

Business Casual
Walmart Cashes In on Affordability Crisis & Critics Warn Against AI Toys

Business Casual

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 26:52


Episode 719: Neal and Toby talk about the latest jobs report…that reports September numbers? That's because of the government shutdown. And it's a mixed bag, of course. Then, Walmart, America's largest, and seemingly most reliable retailer reports strong earnings as consumers prioritize affordability. Meanwhile, AI toys are a thing and parents are being warned to keep their kids away from them. Plus, Amtrak reports a record year and Bath & Body Works CEO thinks the company stinks. Finally, ‘Wicked: For Good' aims for the biggest opening of 2025. Learn more at usbank.com/splitcard  Get your MBD live show tickets here! https://www.tinyurl.com/MBD-HOLIDAY  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠  Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

City Cast Madison
Amtrak Update, BRT Expansion on the Way, and Archaeologist Discover Ancient Parking Lot

City Cast Madison

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 34:10


Oops, all transportation stories this week! The city's Department of Transportation has selected a location for an Amtrak station should the train ever come to Madison. The updated plans for the north-south expansion of the bus rapid transit line includes more parking. And state archaeologists have found 16 more ancient canoes in Lake Mendota. Executive producer Hayley Sperling talks with newsletter editor Rob Thomas and producer Jade Iseri-Ramos about these stories. Plus, we do our best to keep the show from derailing. Mentioned on the show: Derailed Podcast  [WPR]Bianca Martin chats with Nitro co-owner Courtney McCarty  [

Wisconsin Life
Preserving Wisconsin’s railroad depots, one building at a time

Wisconsin Life

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025


Eight railroad depots still serve passengers in Wisconsin for Amtrak trains that travel across the southern half of the state. But once, there were a few hundred  rail stations here. While many of those buildings are gone, reporter Chuck Quirmbach tells “Wisconsin Life” others remain … with new uses.

SH!TPOST
053: Did Chuck Schumer Kill Woke? [Preview]

SH!TPOST

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 12:31


Jared and Mike stare into the abyss as the Democrats squander all of the good vibes they inherited on election night over the shutdown negotiations. Later, they listen to Josh Hammer cry in constricting underwear on his Newsweek podcast about Washington Commanders fans booing down the Big Drumpf before introducing “Robby Latte,” an activist who goes around calling corporations, asking them to drop their DEI policies. Hammer and Robby Latte tackle the new question on the mind of MAGA: Is Woke Dead? The answer is complicated but the deeper truth is that Chuck Schumer killed it. He took the Amtrak down to D.C., fell asleep in his seat with a folded copy of Newsweek in his hands, and stabbed it in the heart. Listen to the full episode on Patreon

CruiseTipsTV Unplugged - Cruise Tips and More
NCL Returns to Free at Sea + Amtrak Adventures with Wendy!

CruiseTipsTV Unplugged - Cruise Tips and More

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 50:28


This week, Sheri sits down with Wendy, her travel agent partner at CruiseTipsTV, to chat about Norwegian Cruise Line's switch back to Free at Sea — what it means for cruisers — plus a fun dive into the world of Amtrak travel. Whether you love the sea or the rails, this episode is full of travel inspo and insider insight! Download our shore day bag checklist and more cruise packing and planning checklists & videos by joining the CruiseTipsTV Academy at https://academy.cruisetipstv.com

Scam Goddess
SCAMTRAK w/ Loren Lorosa

Scam Goddess

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 68:44


"All aboard the scam express!" Laci welcomes news correspondent and producer Loren Lorosa (The Breakfast Club) to unpack how over 100 Amtrak employees derailed the company's health plan in a $12 million scheme involving crooked doctors and fake claims. Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Did you miss out on a custom-signed Scam Goddess book? Look no more, nab your copy on PODSWAGKeep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com. Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciLoren Lorosa: @lorenlorosa Research by Kathryn Doyle  SOURCEShttps://www.trains.com/trn/news-reviews/news-wire/seventeen-amtrak-employees-resign-over-health-care-fraud-investigation/https://www.yahoo.com/news/amtrak-taken-ride-wild-12m-193215305.htmlhttps://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/legal-insights/over-100-amtrak-workers-linked-to-12-million-insurance-scam-535523.aspxhttps://www.justice.gov/usao-nj/pr/new-york-acupuncturist-sentenced-34-months-prison-role-9-million-health-care-fraud Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.