S3E8 PnP Nicolas Reid on designing better public transport

How can we design public transport networks that truly serve communities? In this People and Projects episode of the Streets and People podcast, Wendy chats with Nicolas Reid, transport planner and author of Transit by Design: A Practical Guide to Planning Public Transport That Works. Nicolas shares his journey from commuting across Auckland’s Harbour Bridge to shaping transport systems in Berlin and beyond.Discover how to avoid the "mode first" trap, and why accessibility—like safe crossings and bike integration—is key. Nicolas also dives into the limits of transport modelling and offers actionable advice for politicians, councillors, and communities advocating for better transport.Whether you’re a transport enthusiast, a local leader, or just curious about how to make your suburb more connected, this conversation is packed with practical insights. Listen now to learn how thoughtful public transport design can transform daily life!On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolasreid and at MR Cagney https://www.linkedin.com/company/mrcagney)Buy it! Transit by Design: A practical guide to planning public transport that works (https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0GRPZ4VHD)Podcast theme music: Doctor Yes | Yari | BensoundGetAroundCaboolture.auKeywords: public transport design, buses, transport planning, accessibility, Nicolas Reid, Transit by Design, Caboolture, sustainable transport.