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On the Patio

On the Patio

Di: Tim Haile
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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.

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Episodi
  • The Rippling Impacts of Transportation Infrastructure – Congressman Mark DeSaulnier

    The Rippling Impacts of Transportation Infrastructure – Congressman Mark DeSaulnier
    Nov 14 2024

    How can innovative transportation infrastructure change quality of life and help further the American dream? On this episode of On the Patio, Tim Haile is joined by Congressman Mark DeSaulnier of Contra Costa County’s 10th Congressional District to speak about how transportation ideas have changed over the course of his career, leading to his present transportation policy goals. They also discuss the beginning of the Congressman’s career as a restaurant owner in Concord, how Innovate 680 has recently received the largest transportation funding allocation in the state, and how California can learn from highly developed financial centers across the globe.

    Learn more about Contra Costa Transportation Authority: http://ccta.net/
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    30 min
  • Air Mobility Innovation – Archer Aviation (Andrew Cummins)

    Air Mobility Innovation – Archer Aviation (Andrew Cummins)
    Sep 19 2024

    By 2026, Archer Aviation (Archer) aims to have electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) available for commercial use in the Bay Area. On this episode of On the Patio, Tim Haile is joined by Andrew Cummins, Director of Strategy and Business Development at Archer. Tim and Andrew discuss how Archer’s innovative aviation technology works; how its Midnight aircraft takes advantage of existing technologies; the aircraft certification process with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); and how Midnight’s take-off and landing infrastructure enables it to land in small spaces--making urban air mobility a viable future transportation choice in Contra Costa County. Andrew also describes the broad partnerships Archer formed--including alliances with prominent airlines like United and Southwest.

    Learn more about Contra Costa Transportation Authority: http://ccta.net/
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    56 min
  • Purpose-Built Autonomous Vehicles – Zoox (Phil Pierce)

    Purpose-Built Autonomous Vehicles – Zoox (Phil Pierce)
    Aug 24 2024

    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 discuss the different roles Zoox can play in San Francisco and Las Vegas — the first two locations to serve passengers — to connect transit, attractions, and city centers.

    Learn more about Contra Costa Transportation Authority: http://ccta.net/
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    47 min
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