The Mechanics of Transportation

Ian Stewart
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How can I get drivers to slow down in my neighborhood? What’s Vision Zero all about? Why does it take so long to get a sidewalk/bike lane or a reduced speed limit approved? Welcome to the Mechanics of Transportation – a podcast that will answer these questions as well as introduce you to people who you may want to share a bike ride, bus ride or walk with. Plus, there's a new sub-podcast called RVA Bike Scene in which Sean Yeager and I talk about local events and happenings in the Richmond Va bike scene.  Support my efforts by buying me a cuppa: https://buymeacoffee.com/ian_stewart

  1. Best/Worst & Pet Peeves

    FEB 3

    Best/Worst & Pet Peeves

    Send us a text On this episode of RVA Bike Scene, Sean and I are back with part two of our Top 5s. So Best/Worst & Pet Peeves and more! You can also watch this on YouTube at: IanStewartCycles if you want to see our ugly mugs. If you like the Mechanics of Transportation and this podcast and want to support our efforts then please consider subscribing to it by clicking the link in the show notes. You can also help support us by sharing this podcast on all your socials and rating it and leaving a comment in the show notes.  If you do subscribe we’ll be sure to thank you at the end of each episode. You can also send me a tip via Venmo–at Ian-Stewart-82. Or buy me a coffee. And if you’re a sponsor who’d like to sponsor this show, then let us know. Thanks. Be sure to like and subscribe and share the show. Be sure to check out my other podcast, called History Reinvented, And, if you like music, check out Ian’s World O’ Music show on Mixcloud. For 17 years, I had a world music show on a local public radio station, where I also happened to report on transportation topics.  Plus, you can always look for my freelance work on outlets like Virginia Mercury, The Richmonder, Richmond Magazine and on the podcast Full Disclosure with Roben Farzad. The Mechanics of Transportation is a Big Soap Production. Support the show Follow my bike adventures and transportation stories on Instagram or Threads @just_ianstewart or Twitter @IanCycles or YouTube IanStewartCycles

    29 min
  2. Top 5 Pet Peeves - Part 1

    JAN 28

    Top 5 Pet Peeves - Part 1

    Send us a text On this episode of RVA Bike Scene, Sean and I are back to talk about our Top 5s! Top 5 best and worst bike lanes in Richmond & Chesterfield County; our top best places to ride in these areas and some pet peeves. This is part 1 of a two-parter! You can also watch this on YouTube at: IanStewartCycles In this episode we mention: A vigil for the pedestrians killed recently in Richmond, taking place at City Hall on Thursday, 1/29 at 5:30. A Nationwide Unity Ride for Alex Pretti at Monroe Park on Saturday 1/31 at 1:00 If you like the Mechanics of Transportation and this podcast and want to support our efforts then please consider subscribing to it by clicking the link in the show notes. You can also help support us by sharing this podcast on all your socials and rating it and leaving a comment in the show notes.  If you do subscribe we’ll be sure to thank you at the end of each episode. You can also send me a tip via Venmo–at Ian-Stewart-82. Or buy me a coffee. And if you’re a sponsor who’d like to sponsor this show, then let us know. Thanks. Be sure to like and subscribe and share the show. Be sure to check out my other podcast, called History Reinvented, And, if you like music, check out Ian’s World O’ Music show on Mixcloud. For 17 years, I had a world music show on a local public radio station, where I also happened to report on transportation topics.  Plus, you can always look for my freelance work on outlets like Virginia Mercury, The Richmonder, Richmond Magazine and on the podcast Full Disclosure with Roben Farzad. The Mechanics of Transportation is a Big Soap Production. Support the show Follow my bike adventures and transportation stories on Instagram or Threads @just_ianstewart or Twitter @IanCycles or YouTube IanStewartCycles

    29 min
  3. New Year – Old Show Smell!

    JAN 21

    New Year – Old Show Smell!

    Send us a text On this episode of RVA Bike Scene, Sean and I are back with a new episode for 2026! We talk about an upcoming Monster-Cross race; the Mayo Bridge Bike Lane problem; E-scooter issues and tire pressure. You can also watch this on YouTube at: IanStewartCycles In this episode we mention: Tire Pressure Guide Possible Mayo Bridge Design Richmond Bike Lane Map If you like the Mechanics of Transportation and this podcast and want to support our efforts then please consider subscribing to it by clicking the link in the show notes. You can also help support us by sharing this podcast on all your socials and rating it and leaving a comment in the show notes.  If you do subscribe we’ll be sure to thank you at the end of each episode. You can also send me a tip via Venmo–at Ian-Stewart-82. Or buy me a coffee. And if you’re a sponsor who’d like to sponsor this show, then let us know. Thanks. Be sure to like and subscribe and share the show. Be sure to check out my other podcast, called History Reinvented, And, if you like music, check out Ian’s World O’ Music show on Mixcloud. For 17 years, I had a world music show on a local public radio station, where I also happened to report on transportation topics.  Plus, you can always look for my freelance work on outlets like Virginia Mercury, The Richmonder, Richmond Magazine and on the podcast Full Disclosure with Roben Farzad. The Mechanics of Transportation is a Big Soap Production. Support the show Follow my bike adventures and transportation stories on Instagram or Threads @just_ianstewart or Twitter @IanCycles or YouTube IanStewartCycles

    29 min
  4. Update about this podcast for 2026

    JAN 12

    Update about this podcast for 2026

    Send us a text Hey, Happy New Year and thanks for streaming all the past episodes of the Mechanics of Transportation podcast, along with the RVA Bike Scene Podcast, over the past year. Here's an update on the future of the Mechanics of Transportation.  In this coming year, I hope to continue posting interviews and conversations around transportation and biking here, as well as on my YouTube channel. But I’d love to hear who  you’d like to hear from, what you’d like to know about it. Just let me know.  If you want to support my efforts then please consider subscribing to it by clicking the link in the show notes. You can also help support us by sharing this podcast on all your socials and rating it and leaving a comment in the show notes.  You can also send me a tip via Venmo–at Ian-Stewart-82 or buy me a coffee at BuyMeACoffee dot com / Ian_steawart. And if you’re a sponsor who’d like to sponsor this show, then let us know. Thanks. And, if you like music, check out Ian’s World O’ Music show on Mixcloud. For 17 years, I had a world music show on a local public radio station, where I also happened to report on transportation topics.  So stay tuned for some upcoming podcasts.  The Mechanics of Transportation is a Big Soap Production. Support the show Follow my bike adventures and transportation stories on Instagram or Threads @just_ianstewart or Twitter @IanCycles or YouTube IanStewartCycles

    3 min
  5. RVA Bike Scene - Holiday Show

    12/20/2025

    RVA Bike Scene - Holiday Show

    Send us a text On this episode of RVA Bike Scene, Sean and I talk about his last Cyclocross race of the season; why the fame "Idaho Stop" or Safety Yield is important and how to ride when it's cold out. We mention these:  Buy Me a Coffee  IanStewartCycles If you like the Mechanics of Transportation and this new podcast and want to support our efforts then please consider subscribing to it by clicking the link in the show notes. You can also help support us by sharing this podcast on all your socials and rating it and leaving a comment in the show notes.  If you do subscribe we’ll be sure to thank you at the end of each episode. You can also send me a tip via Venmo–at Ian-Stewart-82. You can also now buy me a cup of coffee.  And if you’re a sponsor who’d like to sponsor this show, then let us know. Thanks. Be sure to check out my other podcast, called History Reinvented, this new season is about the history and future of Pine Camp in Richmond ,VA.  And, if you like music, check out Ian’s World O’ Music show on Mixcloud. For 17 years, I had a world music show on a local public radio station, where I also happened to report on transportation topics.  Plus, you can always look for my freelance work on outlets like Virginia Mercury, The Richmonder, Richmond Magazine and on the podcast Full Disclosure with Roben Farzad. The Mechanics of Transportation is a Big Soap Production. Support the show Follow my bike adventures and transportation stories on Instagram or Threads @just_ianstewart or Twitter @IanCycles or YouTube IanStewartCycles

    30 min
  6. Cat's Last Cap

    12/02/2025

    Cat's Last Cap

    Send us a text On this episode, I speak with outgoing Virginia Capital Trail Executive Director Cat Anthony as she takes on a new job at VPAP as their Executive Director.  For eight years she helmed the foundation that keeps people moving on the multi-use trail and has fought hard to keep its mission going--which in part is to make sure everyone has access to this wonderful trail. *Also, if you like locally created and produced podcasts and videos like this, please think about buying me a cup of coffee or sending me some funds via Venmo, as it's just me. Links below. We mention these: The Virginia Capital Trail  The Virginia Access Project (VPAP) Buy Me a Coffee  IanStewartCycles If you like the Mechanics of Transportation and this new podcast and want to support our efforts then please consider subscribing to it by clicking the link in the show notes. You can also help support us by sharing this podcast on all your socials and rating it and leaving a comment in the show notes.  If you do subscribe we’ll be sure to thank you at the end of each episode. You can also send me a tip via Venmo–at Ian-Stewart-82. You can also now buy me a cup of coffee.  And if you’re a sponsor who’d like to sponsor this show, then let us know. Thanks. Be sure to check out my other podcast, called History Reinvented, this new season is about the history and future of Pine Camp in Richmond ,VA.  And, if you like music, check out Ian’s World O’ Music show on Mixcloud. For 17 years, I had a world music show on a local public radio station, where I also happened to report on transportation topics.  Plus, you can always look for my freelance work on outlets like Virginia Mercury, The Richmonder, Richmond Magazine and on the podcast Full Disclosure with Roben Farzad. The Mechanics of Transportation is a Big Soap Production. Support the show Follow my bike adventures and transportation stories on Instagram or Threads @just_ianstewart or Twitter @IanCycles or YouTube IanStewartCycles

    19 min
  7. Two Turkeys Talk Bikes

    11/26/2025

    Two Turkeys Talk Bikes

    Send us a text On this episode of RVA Bike Scene, Sean and I talk about his big win at a weekend cyclocross event, the Chesterfield Bike Survey you need to take and do a call out to you –-- for information on what’s happening! We mention these:  Chesterfield Survey Buy Me a Coffee  IanStewartCycles If you like the Mechanics of Transportation and this new podcast and want to support our efforts then please consider subscribing to it by clicking the link in the show notes. You can also help support us by sharing this podcast on all your socials and rating it and leaving a comment in the show notes.  If you do subscribe we’ll be sure to thank you at the end of each episode. You can also send me a tip via Venmo–at Ian-Stewart-82. You can also now buy me a cup of coffee.  And if you’re a sponsor who’d like to sponsor this show, then let us know. Thanks. Be sure to check out my other podcast, called History Reinvented, this new season is about the history and future of Pine Camp in Richmond ,VA.  And, if you like music, check out Ian’s World O’ Music show on Mixcloud. For 17 years, I had a world music show on a local public radio station, where I also happened to report on transportation topics.  Plus, you can always look for my freelance work on outlets like Virginia Mercury, The Richmonder, Richmond Magazine and on the podcast Full Disclosure with Roben Farzad. RVA Bike Scene is part of the Mechanics of Transportation podcast and is a Big Soap Production. Support the show Follow my bike adventures and transportation stories on Instagram or Threads @just_ianstewart or Twitter @IanCycles or YouTube IanStewartCycles

    22 min
  8. Fall Tweeds

    11/18/2025

    Fall Tweeds

    Send us a text On this episode of RVA Bike Scene, Sean and I talk about Sunday’s Tweed Ride, hear reviews from Tour de Fall Line and upcoming events.  Also, RABA could use some help with building Christmas bikes for kids this Friday.  We talk about these  things:  RABA VACyclocross Tour de Fall Line If you like the Mechanics of Transportation and this new podcast and want to support our efforts then please consider subscribing to it by clicking the link in the show notes. You can also help support us by sharing this podcast on all your socials and rating it and leaving a comment in the show notes.  If you do subscribe we’ll be sure to thank you at the end of each episode. You can also send me a tip via Venmo–at Ian-Stewart-82. You can also now buy me a cup of coffee.  And if you’re a sponsor who’d like to sponsor this show, then let us know. Thanks. Be sure to check out my other podcast, called History Reinvented, this new season is about the history and future of Pine Camp in Richmond ,VA.  And, if you like music, check out Ian’s World O’ Music show on Mixcloud. For 17 years, I had a world music show on a local public radio station, where I also happened to report on transportation topics.  Plus, you can always look for my freelance work on outlets like Virginia Mercury, The Richmonder, Richmond Magazine and on the podcast Full Disclosure with Roben Farzad, the latest is an interview with actor Mike Henry of the Family Guy. The Mechanics of Transportation is a Big Soap Production. Support the show Follow my bike adventures and transportation stories on Instagram or Threads @just_ianstewart or Twitter @IanCycles or YouTube IanStewartCycles

    22 min
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How can I get drivers to slow down in my neighborhood? What’s Vision Zero all about? Why does it take so long to get a sidewalk/bike lane or a reduced speed limit approved? Welcome to the Mechanics of Transportation – a podcast that will answer these questions as well as introduce you to people who you may want to share a bike ride, bus ride or walk with. Plus, there's a new sub-podcast called RVA Bike Scene in which Sean Yeager and I talk about local events and happenings in the Richmond Va bike scene.  Support my efforts by buying me a cuppa: https://buymeacoffee.com/ian_stewart

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  • Creator
    Ian Stewart
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Mechanics of Transportation
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    The Mechanics of Transportation