Going Places
Podcast Description
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.
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The podcast covers a variety of themes related to public transit, such as legislative advocacy, development processes, funding challenges, user demographics, and community engagement. Recent episodes include discussions on the Transit Advocacy Day event, the politics behind transit funding, and an exploration of the free fare debate in public transportation.
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.
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 things transit in the commonwealth, plus talk about a few things specific to Hampton Roads.
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Learn about DRPT's services – including the Virginia Breeze bus service – on their website.
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