Join host Jawn Jang as he uncovers “What’s the T” with Metro Vancouver transit in TransLink’s podcast. Come behind the scenes with us as this podcast reveals the voices and stories that drive your transit system forward.

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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 what an expanding SkyTrain system means for that — all made possible with funding from many years ago. But with an ever-growing system, we’ll need more investments to continue to build it out and accommodate population growth for years to come.

S3E6 | Where does the SkyTrain sleep at night?

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“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 Chan, manager of travel training at TransLink. Chris shares his challenges learning how to use transit as a newcomer and how that informs his mission to ensure new riders are setup for success as part of fostering a transit system that is welcoming to all ages and abilities.

S3E5 | How we're helping newcomers learn to use the transit system

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&#34;My name is Taylor!&#34; It&#39;s been a long time coming as Taylor Swift&#39;s Eras Tour comes to Vancouver in December. How does SkyTrain plan extra service on the Expo and Millennium Lines for large events like this? What about when there&#39;s single tracking or shuttle trains for track maintenance? Explaining it all is Ian Fisher, manager of operations planning for SkyTrain.

S3E4 | How do we plan SkyTrain service for events and track maintenance?

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Our popular @TransLink X (Twitter) account is one of the most followed in Metro Vancouver and is known for delivering top-notch customer service to our riders. Meet one of the voices behind the keyboard answering your questions. Discover the role the Customer Information team plays in delivering up-to-date transit information to your fingertips.

S3E3 | We reveal a voice behind TransLink's Twitter account

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Step aboard with us for ride-along with Transit Security! We walk the walk and learn more about their role is in supporting and fostering a safe and reliable transit system for you.

S3E2 | What's the role of Transit Security?

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You hear the voice every day as it narrates your SkyTrain commute, telling you what the next station is. But have you wondered who the voice belongs to? Listen to find out.

S3E1 | Meet the voice of SkyTrain

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We wrap up the second season by giving you the &#34;T&#34; on what it&#39;s like to operate the West Coast Express. What are some of the most common reasons for delays? And what makes the WCE experience so special?

S2E10 | A peek behind the West Coast Express curtain

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Join us as we travel down the Surrey-Langley SkyTrain extension, explaining how we chose the names for each of the eight new stations along the way.

S2E9 | Revealing the Surrey-Langley SkyTrain station names

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Discover the extensive work that goes on behind the scenes at TransLink&#39;s Lost Property Office. What is the most commonly recovered item? What about the most bizarre?

S2E8 | The wacky finds of the lost and found

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We&#39;ve got the &#34;T&#34; on how buses are prepped for winter weather. Plus, why do we position attendants at the front of the SkyTrain during snow? We reveal the answers.

S2E7 | How are we prepping for winter weather?

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Explore the intricate dance of maps, signs and more as they come together to help you seamlessly navigate throughout the transit system.

S2E6 | Walk this way: the art and science of wayfinding

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There&#39;s so much more than meets the eye when it comes to making SkyTrain go. We visit the brains of the SkyTrain operations, the air traffic control of SkyTrain.

S2E5 | Step inside the SkyTrain Control Centre

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Hop on board with us! We&#39;re going where very few people have gone before: the captain’s chair, perched high atop the SeaBus vessel.

S2E4 | The one where we ride the SeaBus

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Follow the unique career trajectories of its Chief Officer Suzanne Muir and Constable Travis Blair. Muir started on the soccer pitch and is a Canada Soccer Hall of Famer. Tune in for a glimpse of what it&#39;s like to walk the beat as a member of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police.

S2E3 | What's it like to walk the beat with Transit Police?

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You&#39;re invited to ride the rails with a SkyTrain Attendant to discover what it really entails. It will surprise you as there&#39;s truly more than what meets the eye. Don&#39;t believe us? Listen to find out.

S2E2 | What's the role of SkyTrain Attendants?

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It&#39;s spooky season. Have you ever felt a chill as if someone was watching you? We explore spooky stories and urban legends with Greg Mansfield, author of &#34;Ghosts of Vancouver.&#34; We&#39;ll take you on a ride you won&#39;t forget. Tune in if you dare!

S2E1 | Are there ghosts on transit?

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In this bonus episode, Jawn celebrates this milestone anniversary by speaking with the people who illustrate the past, present, and future of Vancouver&#39;s iconic trolley bus.

SPECIAL | Celebrating 75 years of the trolley bus

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We close out our first season where we began: a deep dive on SkyTrain. This is all the things we do behind the scenes to maintain safe and reliable service for you.

S1E10 | Taking care of business on SkyTrain

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Take this ride with us on why an elevator and escalator may not be available. We have the &#34;T&#34; on the types of regular inspections that have to be done, why we take pride in our work, and more.

S1E9 | Elevators and escalators

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Just one of the many ways we&#39;re putting you at the heart of everything we do. Plus, tips on where to go with your bike and Bike Bus.

S1E8 | Bike + Bus = Bike Bus

Join host Jawn Jang as he uncovers “What’s the T” with Metro Vancouver transit in TransLink’s podcast. Come behind the scenes with us as this podcast reveals the voices and stories that drive your transit system forward.