Women in Rail Podcast
Women in Rail is where deep industry experience meets the future of American infrastructure. Hosted by fourth generation railroader Linda Laurello, the show offers a high-level look at the grit and strategy required to keep the tracks clear and the industry moving.
Drawing on 22 years of boots-on-the-ground leadership, Linda sits down with the engineers, executives, and innovators who are physically and strategically laying new tracks. This is a podcast for the veterans who live for the industry and the newcomers ready to lead it. Tune in for candid conversations on technical problem-solving, high-stakes leadership, and the evolution of the global supply chain.
Key Themes & Topics
- The State of the Industry: A pulse check on rail technology, safety, and efficiency from the perspective of the women leading the charge.
- Field to Boardroom: Real-world blueprints for navigating the career ladder in heavy industry.
- Global Logistics: Staying competitive and resilient in a shifting economic and regulatory landscape.
The Next 25 Years: Hard-earned advice on building a sustainable workforce and passing the torch to the next generation of builders.
Women in Rail Podcast
Latest Episodes
Janice R. Thomas: Leading, Mentoring, and Real-Time Railroad Communications
In this episode, Linda sits down with Janice R. Thomas, Chief of Staff and Deputy Executive Director of External Affairs at Metra. With over 25 years of government and transit experience helping run the nation's fourth-largest commu...
