Wheel Talk: Transit, Trends, and How We Get There
Join Dan Lieberman and Randol White as they explore how transit agencies are working to solve public transportation challenges, improve the rider experience, and build a more connected future..
Each Wheel Talk episode features insightful conversations about navigating travel — whether on foot, by bicycle, SamTrans bus, Caltrain commuter rail, or car. Listen to in-depth interviews with transit experts, agency leaders, planners, and community advocates who share transparent insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping Bay Area mobility.
Also, once a month, check out Hop Off Here — Wheel Talk’s special series on food, festivals, and fun. From taco trucks to music festivals, we’ll help you discover the flavors, celebrations, and hidden delights waiting just beyond your stop. Think of it as your rider’s guide to making the journey as enjoyable as the destination.
Whether you’re a daily transit rider, transportation planner, or interested in sustainable, inclusive transportation solutions, Wheel Talk delivers strategic perspectives on the public transit systems that keep the Bay Area connected and moving forward.
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Wheel Talk: Transit, Trends, and How We Get There
Hop Off Here: A Unique Coastal Park, Mexican Traditions, Veterans Day Parades, Holiday Shopping
Hop Off Here: Your ticket to exploring the Bay Area.
Exploring Outdoors
Our first stop is on the Coastside to explore Quarry Park in El Granada near Half Moon Bay. This San Mateo County Parks gem offers trails and coastal views. Best of all, SamTrans Ride Plus can take you there with free transfers from routes 117 and 294.
Ranger Tommy Hart shares his insights for exploring this activity-packed destination.
Sports & Concerts
November is packed with games and concerts:
- Football: The 49ers vs. Rams and 49ers vs. Panthers matchups at Levi’s Stadium are easy to reach by Caltrain to Mountain View and a quick hop on VTA Light Rail.
- College Football: Catch the Stanford Cardinal in action or ride to the Big Game — Stanford vs. Cal — at Berkeley’s Memorial Stadium via Caltrain and BART connections.
- Soccer: The 2025 NWSL Championship comes to PayPal Park on Nov. 22, just a short walk from Santa Clara Station.
- Hockey & Hoops: The San Jose Sharks face off at SAP Center, and the Golden State Warriors light up Chase Center — both an easy Caltrain ride away.
Music fans can look forward to a November with Shane Gillis and Billie Eilish at the Chase Center in SF, and Bryan Adams, Pat Benatar, Christian Nodal, Ramón Ayala, and Banda MS performing at SAP Center in San Jose.
Food and Drink
We roll into Redwood City to speak with Verónica Escámez, founder of Casa Círculo Cultural, about pan de muerto.
Verónica's favorite bakeries (note — slightly different than spoken-word version):
- Panadería Michoacana #2 – 2940 Middlefield Rd.
- Chavez – 775 Arguello St.
- Mi Tienda – 812 Fifth Ave., North Fair Oaks
Visit Redwood City’s Día de Muertos Celebration, Sunday, Nov. 2.
Other Events
- Daly City Veterans Day Celebration
– Nov. 6, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., War Memorial Community Center (via SamTrans ECR) - San Francisco Veterans Day Parade
– Nov. 9, Fisherman’s Wharf (Caltrain + Muni 30-Stockton) - San Jose Veterans Day Parade
– Nov. 11, San Jose (walkable from Diridon Station)
