Welcome to Spilling the T, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the MBTA. Hosted by Andrew Cassidy of the MBTA’s Customer and Employee Experience department, each episode takes a deep dive into the inner workings and issues the T is facing.At the MBTA, we believe in transparency, open communication, and continuous improvement. That's why we've created this podcast—to give you a firsthand look at the challenges we face, the innovative solutions we're implementing, and the dedicated people working tirelessly to keep our transportation system running smoothly.Join us as we bring you exclusive interviews with key individuals from various departments within the MBTA. We'll be Spilling the T on infrastructure upgrades, service disruptions, safety measures, and everything in between. This podcast is your backstage pass to understanding the complexities and nuances of operating one of the busiest transit systems in the nation.But it's not just about the challenges. We'll also be
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to Spilling the T, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the MBTA. Hosted by Andrew Cassidy of the MBTA’s Customer and Employee Experience department, each episode takes a deep dive into the inner workings and issues the T is facing. At the MBTA, we believe in transparency, open communication, and continuous improvement.
Recent episodes include "Bus Lanes: What’s in It for Everyone?" (9 September 2026, 54 minutes), "What Will it Take to Build a Better T?" (17 June 2026, 49 minutes), and "How the MBTA Handles Climate Change" (6 May 2026, 60 minutes).
Spilling the T publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 40 minutes across 31 episodes.
Booking probability for Spilling the T is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Spilling the T requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Spilling the T's contact route on record: verified email.
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Spilling the T is a government show with 31 episodes published.
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Why give buses their own lane, and what does that mean for everyone else on the road? On this episode of Spilling the T, MBTA Director of Transit Priority Alex Hallowell joins us to discuss how bus lanes can improve the...
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What will it take to meaningfully build a better T? On this episode of Spilling the T, transit advocate and former Massachusetts Secretary of Transportation, Jim Aloisi joins us to discuss what real progress requires...
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Ever wondered how the T is planning for climate change? On this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by two guests, Katherine Eshel and Caroline Bean, from the MBTA’s Climate Policy and Planning team. Kat and...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by Reggie Ramos, Executive Director of Transportation for Massachusetts (T4MA). Reggie shares the story of how she got into advocacy from an early start as an outspoken 12...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by Sam Zhou, Chief Engineer & Assistant General Manager of Engineering and Capital at the MBTA. Sam shares his innovative approach to streamlining projects at the T. He...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by Randy Clarke, General Manager and CEO of WMATA, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. Randy recaps how he ended up leading WMATA, including stints at the...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by Holly Arnold, administrator for the 13th largest transit system in the US, the Maryland Transit Administration. Holly will chat with us about the MTA’s approach to...
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For Boston, Summer 2026 is set to be one of the busiest seasons in recent history. Next year, Massachusetts will host seven FIFA World Cup matches while simultaneously celebrating the 250th anniversary of the nation...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by Pari Kim, one of the stars of Netflix’s "Love on the Spectrum". Long before Pari was featured on the show, she was the MBTA’s biggest fan and a passionate rail...
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In this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by David Perry, Director of Ferry Operations at the MBTA. David shares the story of how his role came to be, what his day to day duties are and how far the ferry system...
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In this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by Kate Dineen, President and CEO of A Better City. Kate shares how her organization is working to shape a more sustainable, connected, and competitive Greater Boston...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined by Senator Brendan Crighton of the Third Essex district. Senator Crighton chats with us about his district’s relationship to transit, how transit helps provide economic...
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In this episode of Spilling the T, we’re joined once again by MBTA General Manager Phil Eng, who shares exciting updates on the T’s journey toward improvement. Phil reflects on the successful completion of the Track...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we speak with Sam Zhou, Assistant General Manager of Engineering and Capital at the MBTA. Sam brings over 30 years of project management experience to the T. With Sam’s practiced...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we speak with McKinley Theobald, Deputy Director of Emergency Management at MassDOT. McKinley shares her strategy for emergency management at MassDOT and the collaborative effort to...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we speak with Doug Connett, Chief of Infrastructure at the MBTA. Doug outlines his plans for bringing MBTA infrastructure into a state of good repair and keeping it there. His...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we speak with Michael Muller, the Executive Director of Commuter Rail at the MBTA. Michael tells us how Commuter Rail service has been changing since the pandemic, shares the plan to...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we speak with Joanne Daniels-Finegold, the named plaintiff in the landmark Joanne Daniels-Finegold, et al. v. Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority case, a class action lawsuit...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we speak with Stacy Thompson from LivableStreets Alliance about transit advocacy, transit oriented development, and how LivableStreets is trying to help shape the region into an...
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On this episode of Spilling the T, we speak with Jed Paul, a local TikTok creator known for his deadpan satire about riding the T. Jed tells the story of how he got into making transit focused content, shares a...
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