On the Patio

Tim Haile
  • 5.0 (9)
  • TECHNOLOGY
  • UPDATED BIWEEKLY
On the Patio Podcast

How will cutting-edge technologies change your commute? On the Patio is an exciting new podcast that presents an in-depth exploration of the latest trends and innovations in transportation and mobility. Join host Tim Haile, the Executive Director of Contra Costa County Transportation Authority (CCTA), on the “Patio” – where CCTA’s staff relax and chat after hours to spot trends, wrestle with mobility challenges, and plan the next big innovations in transportation. On The Patio brings a rare look behind the scenes in how a national leader in transportation brings solutions that are sustainable, resilient, and innovative through the convergence of autonomy, electrification, and on-demand technologies. Tune in to learn about how CCTA is applying these new transportation solutions throughout Contra Costa County to improve mobility for all.

  1. AUG 24

    Purpose-Built Autonomous Vehicles – Zoox (Phil Pierce)

    Zoox, an autonomous vehicle (AV) company in the Bay Area, aims to deploy the first purpose-built AVs for commercial use. How can Zoox’s AVs make transit safer and help bridge gaps in public transit? On this episode of On the Patio, Tim Haile is joined by Phil Pierce, Senior Public Policy Manager at Zoox, to speak about the importance of purpose-built vehicles, prioritizing safety during development, and partnering with cities and counties to better understand transit needs. They also di...

    47 min

  2. MAY 30

    Pioneering Autonomous Transit – Glydways and CCTA (Gokul Hemmady and Stephanie Hu)

    How can autonomous vehicle technology help bridge transit gaps in Contra Costa County? On this episode of On the Patio, Tim Haile is joined by Gokul Hemmady, CEO of Glydways, and Stephanie Hu, CCTA Director of Projects. They dive into the multiple benefits of Glydways’ Dynamic Personal Microtransit system—a game changing, innovative mobility solution to reduce congestion—which will cost less to build than traditional transportation options. The conversation includes the role CCTA’s GoMentum S...

    50 min

  3. MAY 16

    Prioritizing Transit with AC Transit – AC Transit General Manager (Michael Hursh)

    Episode 16 of On the Patio highlights AC Transit, recently honored as the Outstanding Agency of the Yearby the American Public Transit Association. Tim Haile and AC Transit General Manager Michael Hursh discuss AC Transit’s leadership in running zero emissions buses in areas with the poorest air quality, working with operator unions to make buses safer, and developing the large-scale Bus Rapid Transit system TEMPO. Tim and Michael also speak about the need to prioritize transit over cars, and...

    28 min

  4. MAY 2

    All About BART – BART Board of Directors (Mark Foley)

    How is BART truly enhancing its customers’ experience? On this episode of On the Patio, Tim Haile and Mark Foley, BART Vice President, District 2 Director (Eastern Contra Costa County) and frequent BART rider, speak about how important BART service is for the region — even for those who don’t take transit. Hear what actions BART takes to make trips safer and cleaner as well as more convenient and accessible. They also discuss how ridership has evolved since the pandemic, ways CCTA and BART pa...

    44 min

  5. APR 18

    Transit Leaders in Contra Costa County (Part 2) – LAVTA, Tri Delta Transit, WestCAT, and County Connection (Christy Wegener, Rashidi Barnes, Rob Thompson, and Bill Churchill)

    How are Contra Costa County’s transit agencies planning for the future? In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Tim Haile rejoins Executive Director of Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) Christy Wegener, CEO of Tri Delta Transit Rashidi Barnes, General Manager of Western Contra Costa Transit Authority (WestCAT) Rob Thompson, and General Manager of County Connection Bill Churchill. With overlapping service areas, coordination between these agencies is essential to answering the big ...

    44 min

  6. APR 5

    Transit Leaders in Contra Costa County (Part 1) — LAVTA, Tri Delta Transit, WestCAT, and County Connection (Christy Wegener, Rashidi Barnes, Rob Thompson, and Bill Churchill)

    How do Contra Costa County’s different transit agencies work together to improve service? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Tim Haile is joined by Executive Director of Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) Christy Wegener, CEO of Tri Delta Transit Rashidi Barnes, General Manager of Western Contra Costa Transit Authority (WestCAT) Rob Thompson, and General Manager of County Connection Bill Churchill. These industry leaders and long-time colleagues explain how their high-level of...

    40 min

  7. 12/28/2023

    Environmental Impacts – Association of Environmental Professionals and EPD Solutions (Konnie Dobreva and Megan Macias)

    How can transportation planning measure a project’s environmental impacts? On this episode of On the Patio, Tim Haile and EPD Solutions Director of Technical Services Megan Macias are interviewed by AEP Executive Vice President and EPD Solutions VP of Environmental Planning Konnie Dobreva. They speak about new approaches to measure the environmental impact of transportation and development projects and how CCTA’s Innovate 680 project is working to quantify important benchmarks like Vehicle Mi...

    42 min

  8. 11/16/2023

    Aviation – Contra Costa County Director of Airports (Greg Baer)

    How do we incorporate air travel into future transportation planning? On this episode of On the Patio, host Tim Haile and Contra Costa County Director of Airports Greg Baer speak about how our two general aviation airports — Buchanan Field Airport and Byron Airport — serve the county by creating jobs, providing STEM education programs, supporting emergency services, and so much more. Tim and Greg speak about how these airports can be integrated into the broader transportation system: the futu...

    46 min
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Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
9 Ratings

About

How will cutting-edge technologies change your commute? On the Patio is an exciting new podcast that presents an in-depth exploration of the latest trends and innovations in transportation and mobility. Join host Tim Haile, the Executive Director of Contra Costa County Transportation Authority (CCTA), on the “Patio” – where CCTA’s staff relax and chat after hours to spot trends, wrestle with mobility challenges, and plan the next big innovations in transportation. On The Patio brings a rare look behind the scenes in how a national leader in transportation brings solutions that are sustainable, resilient, and innovative through the convergence of autonomy, electrification, and on-demand technologies. Tune in to learn about how CCTA is applying these new transportation solutions throughout Contra Costa County to improve mobility for all.

Information

  • Creator
    Tim Haile
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 On the Patio
  • Show Website
    On the Patio

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