June 20, 2025
TransLink Podcast: What’s the T on the T?
Think of the London Underground and you think of the blue, red and white roundel. In Metro Vancouver, it’s the white “T” on a blue square that’s the…
By Allen Tung
June 13, 2025
TransLink Podcast: How can we prepare for the big one and more?
We delve into the behind-the-scenes efforts that ensure the safety and reliability of transit. Discover how we prepare for emergencies in the…
June 6, 2025
TransLink Podcast: How are we involved in Metro Vancouver communities?
Transit plays a vital role in enhancing community experiences and creating lasting memories. Learn about the various community events and initiatives…
May 30, 2025
TransLink Podcast: Is there such a thing as a perfect bus route?
Discover how bus routes are expertly crafted. Plus, hear personal anecdotes from our guest about the significance of transit in daily life and the…
May 23, 2025
TransLink Podcast: How are we speeding up the humble, everyday bus?
Buses are the workhorses of our transit system and wider transportation network. They carry about two-thirds of riders each day. And on the busiest…
May 16, 2025
TransLink’s podcast returns with the launch of season 4
A wise man once said: “A wizard is never late, nor is he early, he arrives precisely when he means to.” Yes, I just quoted Gandalf the Grey from…
By Jawn Jang
May 16, 2025
TransLink Podcast: Which movie or TV show filmed inside a SkyTrain car?
Blade: Trinity and Friday the 13th — what do they have in common? They're both films with scenes filmed on transit. Known as Hollywood North,…
July 3, 2024
Catch up quick: all episodes of the TransLink podcast now available
Our award-winning podcast just wrapped up its third season! What's the T: the TransLink Podcast with Jawn Jang brings you, our customers, behind the…
By Allen Tung
June 14, 2024
TransLink Podcast: Why transit is so important for newcomers
About 120,000 people new residents moved to Metro Vancouver last year — many of whom were newcomers to Canada. We chat with the Immigrant Services…
June 6, 2024
TransLink Podcast: Answering your questions with Quick Sips
Our first installment of Quick Sips, where we deliver quick and tidy answers to your questions. We tackle why there's a third platform at…
By Jawn Jang
May 30, 2024
TransLink Podcast: How are bus routes numbered?
Think about your bus route. Have you wondered why it carries that number? Well, there's probably a story behind how it got that number. Michael Vena,…
May 24, 2024
TransLink Podcast: Doo doo doo you know the story of the SkyTrain chime?
It's arguably the most iconic sound in Metro Vancouver: the "doo doo doo" as the doors on the SkyTrain. But how did it come to be? We chat with both…
May 16, 2024
TransLink Podcast: Where does the SkyTrain sleep at night?
You ride the SkyTrain during the day, but where do they go at night for downtime and TLC at the end of a long day of work? Listen to find out and…
May 10, 2024
TransLink Podcast: How we’re helping newcomers learn to use the transit system
"Transportation might only be a small part of everyday, but it is that part that makes everything else possible." Those are the astute words of Chris…
May 2, 2024
TransLink Podcast: How do we plan SkyTrain service for events and track maintenance?
"My name is Taylor!" It's been a long time coming as Taylor Swift's Eras Tour comes to Vancouver in December. How does SkyTrain plan extra service on…