Next Stop: SacRT

On this episode of  Next Stop SacRT , host Gregg Fishman sits down with SacRT’s Director of Marketing, Communication and Public Information, Jessica Gonzalez; Girl Scout Troop Leader Deana Chan; and Troop 4204 Scout Sydney to talk about the creation of the new SacRT Transit Patch Program.  Developed in partnership with Girl Scout Troop 4204 as part of their Journey Take Action Project, the Transit...

This episode explores SacRT’s RydeFreeRT program and how fare-free transit for students in grades TK–12 is making a real difference in classrooms and communities. Hear from school partners and students about the benefits of reliable, fare-free transportation, from boosting attendance to expanding opportunities beyond the school day.  

In this Earth Day–themed episode of Next Stop: SacRT, host Gregg Fishman sits down with two leaders dedicated to cleaning up Sacramento’s air: Jennifer Finton, Executive Director of Breathe Sacramento, and Alberto Ayala, Executive Director and Air Pollution Control Officer for the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District. Together, they reflect on how far our region has come, from t...

SacRT is transforming the way you pay your fare! In this episode of Next Stop: SacRT, host Gregg Fishman sits down with Casey Courtright, SacRT’s Director of the Office of Management & Budget, to talk about Transit Connect, the new mobile fare payment app replacing ZipPass.  Learn what’s available now, what’s coming in 2026—including contactless fare payment, fare capping, and real-time servic...

What does it take to modernize an entire transit system while keeping service running every day? In this episode of  Next Stop: SacRT , host Gregg Fishman sits down with Craig Norman, SacRT’s Director of Engineering, to explore the massive projects shaping Sacramento’s transit future. From preparing for new low-floor light rail vehicles and upgrading platforms, to building the new Dos Rios Station...

This January, SacRT is partnering with local organizations to help prevent human trafficking in our region during Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Please Note: This episode includes discussions and real stories related to human trafficking, which may be sensitive or distressing for some listeners. In this episode of Next Stop: SacRT, host Gregg Fishman talks with: 👤 Lisa Hinz, VP of Safety, Sec...

On this episode, host Gregg Fishman sits down with SacRT’s Director of Planning, Anthony Adams, for a forward-looking conversation about how we’re shaping the future of mobility in the Sacramento region.  They explore mobility hubs — what they are, where they’re coming, and the partners helping bring them to life.  Then they jump into Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) — how it works, where SacRT is planning...

We’re back with another episode of  Next Stop: SacRT . In this episode, we’re heading to the heart of the city: Downtown Sacramento. From seasonal events to long-term revitalization efforts, downtown is buzzing with energy and SacRT is helping people get there.  Join host Gregg Fishman as he sits down with Amelia Chew, Events Manager at the Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP), to talk about how...

Join us for the very first episode of Next Stop: SacRT featuring SacRT General Manager/CEO Henry Li who shares the remarkable journey of transformation SacRT has experienced over the past decade. From improving safety and reliability to modernizing the light rail fleet and expanding services, Henry takes listeners through the challenges, innovations, and partnerships that have shaped SacRT into a...