Spilling the T Podcast - Doing More with Less with Sam Zhou
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Sat down with @mbta.com Chief Engineer, Sam Zhou on the Spilling the T podcast to dig into what βa new way of doing business at the Tβ really means - smarter planning, faster delivery, and better results for riders.
New episode available wherever you get your podcasts ποΈ
08.12.2025 12:37
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Understanding pop culture is so important to marketing and public relations.
If youβre watching the #MacysParade and donβt recognize the artists, characters, or brands, take notes because your audience does.
A friendly reminder for marketers watching the Macyβs Parade π
Happy Thanksgiving, all!
27.11.2025 15:43
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America's Transit System with Randy Clarke (WMATA)
On this episode of Spilling the T, weβre joined by Randy Clarke, General Manager and CEO of WMATA, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. Randy recaps how he ended up leading WMATA, inclu
Had the chance to talk with @wmatagm.bsky.social Randy Clarke on the latest Spilling the T. We covered his journey from the @mbta.com to @capmetroatx.bsky.social to @wmata.com, whatβs ahead for Metro in D.C., and how our systems can learn from each other to keep transit moving forward.
06.11.2025 13:40
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From Baltimore to Boston with Holly Arnold
On this episode of Spilling the T, weβre 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
In the latest episode of Spilling the T, I sit down with Holly Arnold, Administrator of the @mta.maryland.gov, to talk about modernizing transit, earning rider trust, and how transparency and collaboration are shaping the next generation of transit leadership in Baltimore and Boston.
09.10.2025 13:00
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It was an honor to welcome the @apta-info.bsky.social TRANSform to Boston and help kick things off at the Marketing, Communications, and Customer Experience committee meeting.
Thanks the opportunity to share with fellow transit agencies how we fuse these fields together at the @mbta.com.
Day 1 β
15.09.2025 11:38
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World Cup Playbook with Erika Mazza
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 anniversar
From the FIFA World Cup to MA250, Boston is gearing up for a historic year. On this episode of Spilling the T, I talk with Erika Mazza, the @mbta.comβs Senior Advisor of Transit Special Projects and Initiatives, about how the T is planning for record-breaking crowds and once-in-a-generation moments.
06.08.2025 12:55
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Podcast Awards - The People's Choice
The People's Choice Podcast Awards established in 2005 an annual event to honor the best podcasts in the podcasting space. 18th Annual
The @mbta.com's Spilling the T is up for an award in TWO People's Choice podcast categories:
π§Peopleβs Choice
πGovernment & Organizations
If our work has informed, inspired, or made you think differently about public transit, please consider casting your vote at podcastawards.com
#PCA25 #Podcast
02.07.2025 21:12
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Podcast Awards - The People's Choice
The People's Choice Podcast Awards established in 2005 an annual event to honor the best podcasts in the podcasting space. 18th Annual
The @mbta.com's Spilling the T is up for an award in TWO People's Choice podcast categories:
π§Peopleβs Choice
πGovernment & Organizations
If our work has informed, inspired, or made you think differently about public transit, please consider casting your vote at podcastawards.com
#PCA25 #Podcast
02.07.2025 21:12
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The T's Biggest Fan with Pari Kim
On this episode of Spilling the T, weβre joined by Pari Kim, one of the stars of Netflixβs
Todayβs episode of Spilling the T is a T-riffic one!
If youβve watched the hit show, #LoveOnTheSpectrum, you may already know Pari Kim. But long before she appeared on @netflix.com, Pari was a passionate advocate, a talented artist, as well as the @mbta.comβs friend & biggest fan.
26.06.2025 01:29
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Perry's Ferries with David Perry
In this episode of Spilling the T, weβre 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
Had the pleasure of speaking with @mbta.comβs Director of Ferry Operations, David Perry about the history, expansion, and future of ferry service in the region.
Set sail with us on the latest episode Spilling the T - available wherever you get your podcasts β΄οΈ
21.05.2025 12:56
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Looking forward to connecting with and learning from fellow communications professionals at National Association of Government Communicators #CommsSchool2025 this week!
19.05.2025 01:08
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Digital Communication Leadership (MA - Online)
Emerson College
Just finished my first semester teaching at Emerson College, where I built and taught Digital Crisis Management. Itβs been amazing to see students already applying what they learned - a reminder that when a course is built for real-world impact, the value extends far beyond the classroom.
#HigherEd
06.05.2025 11:55
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Fascinating new research from Emerson College Polling on social media:
βDespite being the least trusted source, social media or YouTube is the main news source for 37% of Americansβand 64% of those under 30,β Spencer Kimball, Executive Director ECP
Results emersoncollegepolling.com/2025-nationa...
04.05.2025 15:36
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Building a Better T and A Better City with Kate Dineen
In this episode of Spilling the T, weβre 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
For the latest episode of Spilling the T, I had the chance to sit down with A Better City President & CEO, Kate Dineen to talk about how @mbta.com is more than just a way to get from point A to B - it's essential to our economy, climate goals, & quality of life.
#PublicTransportation #Boston
02.05.2025 12:44
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A proud day to be a Bostonian
05.04.2025 22:49
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@bsky.app Are drafts and scheduled posts on the horizon?
05.04.2025 22:44
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Representing the Riders with Senator Brendan Crighton
On this episode of Spilling the T, weβre joined by Senator Brendan Crighton of the Third Essex district. Senator Crighton chats with us about his districtβs relationship to transit, how transit helps
Had a great conversation with Senator Brendan Crighton about transit funding, regional projects like the Lynn Ferry, and what's on the horizon with Commuter Rail electrification.
Listen to the latest #SpillingTheT episode wherever you get your podcasts π
28.03.2025 12:51
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Emerson College Giving Day 2025
Join me in making a gift to Emerson College during Giving Day!
At this point, Emerson College is part of my DNA π§¬
Join me in making a gift to Emerson this Giving Day to make a difference for students π¦
#EmersonGivingDay #EmersonCollege
27.03.2025 23:34
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Not quite an Oscar, but the @mbta.com's #podcast, Spilling the T just took home a first-place @apta-info.bsky.social AdWheel Award! This podcast has been a wild ride, and Iβm so grateful for everyone whoβs supported it.
If you haven't yet, be sure to give it a listen: mbta.com/podcast
03.03.2025 17:50
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Full T Ahead with General Manager Phil Eng
In this episode of Spilling the T, weβre joined once again by MBTA General Manager Phil Eng, who shares exciting updates on the Tβs journey toward improvement. Phil reflects on the successful completi
Wondering what's ahead for the @mbta.com in 2025?
ICYMI, in the latest episode of Spilling the T, I sit down with the one and only GM Phil Eng to discuss what to expect in the new year.
It's full T ahead!
#Transit #PublicTransportation #Boston
20.02.2025 23:31
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Looks like Apple is having some trouble deciding what to call it π
12.02.2025 06:27
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Maybe itβs time I give Apple Maps another chance
11.02.2025 01:51
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Business Daily - Is X still good for brands? - BBC Sounds
We hear from companies who are finding alternatives - and those who can't live without it
As more and more brands leave X to come to platforms like here, I added in my latest BBC News radio programme if thatβs a good business decision
Take a listen www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
28.01.2025 11:14
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Why leaving X can be a tricky decision for companies
Many companies have left X but it's not always a simple decision.
Had the opportunity to share my thoughts on the current social media landscape with @danielrosney.bsky.social of BBC News
31.01.2025 04:15
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The @bsky.app verification process is so delightfully simple (and not pay to play)! Such a refreshing alternative to tracking down and sending utility bills from multibillion dollar organizations to Facebook only to still be turned down π¦
29.01.2025 23:03
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Howβs your 2025 social media strategy looking?
10.01.2025 22:16
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Excited to be teaching Digital Crisis Management for #EmersonCollege βs new Digital Communication Leadership graduate program!
08.01.2025 22:19
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This is why we do it.
05.01.2025 15:56
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