The Next Stop: METRO Houston's Podcast

Budget travel expert Deidre Mathis knows her way around the globe. She's traveled to more than 40 countries and all 7 continents. In this episode, she explains why getting the most out of your next vacation could be a simple as hopping on a local bus or train.

We asked, you spoke, we listened. Now METRO is giving everyone a look at the draft regional transit plan. The $7.5 billion Moving Forward Plan is designed to move more people, more places and improve speed and reliability. In this episode, learn the details of the plan and how the public can get involved.

From colorful murals to inspiring messages, a little known METRO program is making a significant impact in communities across the service area. In this episode, how METRO's Art Shelter program is connecting communities through art.

A first-of-its-kind application now allows METRO customers to turn their smart phones into a personal guide. In this episode listeners learn how this innovation removes barriers for everyone, and how it is already starting a trend across the public transit industry.

Increasingly, access to high-frequency transit is becoming a selling point in Houston. This episode examines how that is impacting existing real estate and attracting new development.

METRO is looking for experienced mechanics and is offering cash incentives up to $4000 to new hires who qualify.

METRO joins Operation Lifesaver's national effort to increase rail safety awareness to help stop track tragedies.

From savings to safety, METRO is helping ease the transition for students as they go back to school. Plus, find out the one essential every student should carry.

No one has time to waste. We've got the skinny on the top time-saving METRO commuter hacks. From how to track your favorite route to paying your fare all from a smartphone, don't leave home without learning this tips.

Students ride free through September 1, 2018 with METRO's Summer of Fun Program. Find out how to register and why the program means savings for students even after they go back to school.