This is a special episode, welcoming Paul Comfort (3x Future of Mobility podcast guest) to share an episode of his Transit Unplugged podcast, featuring a conversation with Adam Hill. This podcast swap format provides the opportunity to introduce an adjacent show that Future of Mobility listeners might like. The original show notes are below: https://transitunplugged.com/transit-unplugged-podcast/future-of-mobility-avs/ In this episode of Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort interviews Adam Hill, Editor in Chief of ITS International Magazine. They discuss the challenges and prospects of high-speed rail in England and the US, including the various political and logistical issues. Adam explains London’s new Ultra Low Emission Zone, designed to encourage public transit use and discusses the struggles with its introduction. They explore how public transit can be made popular, touching on how to capture public interest and cater to convenience for the users. Paul and Adam wrap up the episode discussing the impacts of congestion charging and low emissions zones in encouraging public transit use. In Mike’s Minute, Mike Bismeyer reports from the CUTA Meeting in Edmonton about the Youth Leadership Summit and his work mentoring future transit leaders. Coming up next week we have Scott Smith, former CEO of Valley Metro reflecting on transit and leadership. If you have a question or comment, email [email protected]. Episode flow: Introduction and Introducing Adam Hill Adam Hill’s Background and Role at ITS International Magazine Challenges and Developments in High Speed Rail Exploring the Impact of ULEZ in London Political Implications of ULEZ and Public Transit Mike’s Minute with Mike Bismeyer Coming up next week on the show