Mobility in Motion

Mobility in Motion

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Mobility in Motion episodes

  • The Bus Roadeo

    Ever seen a 40-foot bus thread a needle at 20 mph? In this episode of Mobility in Motion, we take you behind the scenes at the International Bus Roadeo, where DART's top drivers and mechanics put their skills to the test. From high-stakes maneuvers to timed engine diagnostics, it's public transit like you've never heard it before.

    More About the Bus Roadeo

    The International Bus Roadeo

    Work at DART

    DART Careers

    More About Nadine Lee

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    14 min
  • Art and Transit

    What if your daily commute felt like a walk in a gallery? In this episode of Mobility in Motion we explore the new Silver Line and beyond to see how public art transforms into transit. From comic book bursts in Plano to glowing olive leaves in Addison, artists bring color, story and spirit to everyday stations, turning the ordinary into something unforgettable.

    15 min
  • A Cold Day at Operations

    Black ice, mechanical failures, and freezing temps can bring a city to a standstill—but not DART. In this episode of Mobility in Motion, we take you inside the Operations Control Center, where quick-thinking crews work around the clock to keep buses and trains moving, and to prepare the system for a future shaped by climate change.

    More About DART Transform

    What is DART Transform?

    Work with DART Operations

    Careers at DART

    More About Nadine Lee

    Follow DART CEO and podcast host, Nadine Lee, on LinkedIn

    16 min
  • How Women Travel

    What if public transit truly reflected the way women move through the world? In this episode of Mobility in Motion, CEO and host Nadine Lee, explores how most transit systems were designed for a 9-to-5 commuter, usually male, and what happens when we shift that lens.

    More About the Shared Use Mobility Center

    Design Framework for Women- and Caregiver-centered Mobility Hubs

    More About the Understanding How Women Travel Study

    Understanding How Women Travel Study from LA Metro

    More About Nadine Lee

    Follow DART CEO and podcast host, Nadine Lee, on LinkedIn

    15 min
  • Streetcars: Past, Present and Future

    Hop aboard as DART CEO and host Nadine Lee explores the rich history and surprising revival of streetcars in Dallas and beyond. From its heyday in the early 1900s to its present revival, this episode uncovers how the iconic streetcar is part of the future of urban transit.

    More About Peter Norton

    Peter Norton

    More About the M-Line

    The M-Line Trolley in Dallas

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    More about the Kansas City Streetcar

    The KC Streetcar

    More About Nadine Lee

    Follow DART CEO and podcast host, Nadine Lee, on LinkedIn

    17 min
  • Transit and the Unhoused

    DART CEO Nadine Lee speaks with DART Police Chief Charlie Cato about how DART, along with transit agencies across the country, balance accessibility with public safety when addressing unhoused riders on public transportation.

    Through real-life success stories and nationwide best practices, the episode highlights compassionate, long-term solutions. By fostering partnerships and prioritizing dignity and respect, transit agencies can play a key role in addressing homelessness—one connection at a time.

    More About Housing Forward

    Housing Forward

    More About the Hub of Hope

    Project HOME's Hub of Hope

    Donate to Project HOME

    Candice Player

    More About Nadine Lee

    Follow DART CEO and podcast host, Nadine Lee, on LinkedIn

    18 min
  • A Conversation with Renée Amilcar

    Nadine Lee, CEO of DART sits down with Renée Amilcar, General Manager of Ottawa's public transit system, OC Transpo, and the first female president of the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), to discuss the future of public transportation, the importance of diversity in leadership, and the mentors who shaped her journey.

    Join Nadine and Renée as they share powerful insights on resilience, innovation, and the passion that drives them.

    More About Renée Amilcar

    UITP

    OC Transpo

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    City of Ottawa

    More About Nadine Lee

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    18 min
  • Women Lead: Stories from WTS

    What's it like to be a woman in the world of transportation—a field long dominated by men? In this special episode of Mobility in Motion, DART CEO Nadine Lee sits down with powerhouse women across the industry to uncover their struggles, victories, and game-changing insights.

    Whether you work in transit or just looking for a jolt of motivation, this episode will leave you fired up and ready to take on anything.

    More About WTS

    WTS International

    More About Nadine Lee

    Follow DART CEO and podcast host, Nadine Lee, on LinkedIn

    22 min
  • A Conversation with Kate Zernike

    In the latest episode of Mobility in Motion, DART CEO Nadine Lee sits down with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Kate Zernike to discuss her groundbreaking book, The Exceptions, that explores the life of Nancy Hopkins, an MIT geneticist who uncovered systemic gender bias in science—starting with a tape measure.

    Join Nadine and Kate as they explore the subtle, yet pervasive biases women face in their careers, the transformative power of data and storytelling, and actionable advice for the next generation of trailblazers.

    More About Kate Zernike

    Kate Zernike at The New York Times

    https://www.katezernike.net/

    The Exceptions, Nancy Hopkins and the Fight for Women in Science

    More About Nadine Lee

    Follow DART CEO and podcast host, Nadine Lee, on LinkedIn

    21 min
  • What Happens at the Lost and Found

    Ever wonder what happens to the things we lose? Dive into What Happens at The Lost and Found, an eye-opening episode of Mobility in Motion by DART, hosted by CEO Nadine Lee. This episode reveals the unexpected connections forged through transit and the extraordinary care behind the scenes.

    More from DART Lost and Found

    https://dartdaily.dart.org/home/find-your-stuff-at-dart-lost-and-found

    https://dartdaily.dart.org/home/ask-dart-lost-found

    More About Nadine Lee

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    16 min

About Mobility in Motion

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Hosted by DART CEO, Nadine Lee, Mobility in Motion uncovers how transportation shapes lives, connects us to one another and impacts everything we do.