SMARTcast
Welcome to SMARTcast – Your Official Stop for Everything Transit in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne County! Hop on board with your witty transit hosts, Jordan Irving and Paul Johnson III, the dynamic duo bringing heart, humor, and hometown flavor to the world of public transportation. Jordan’s got the moves of a well-timed bus transfer—classy, smooth, and always on time. A proud Detroit native and transit enthusiast, she’s traveled near and far, but her heart rides with SMART. Paul? He’s the voice of mobility justice—an unwavering advocate for accessible transit that works for everybody, no matter the wheels they roll on. Together, they navigate the stories, policies, and power players shaping transit across Southeast Michigan. From Wayne to Macomb to Oakland County, no route is off-limits and no topic too taboo. Whether they’re talking about bus stop upgrades, the economics of mobility, or that one wild ride with the breakdancing passenger—SMARTcast keeps it real, relevant, and ridiculously entertaining. Tune in for lively convos, community voices, and an all-access pass to new roads. SMART MOVES US. 🚏 Next stop: Insight, impact, and a whole lot of laughs. #SMARTcast #SMARTMovesUs #TransitThursday #TransitPodcast
Episodes
In this episode of SMARTcast, host Paul Johnson III sits down with Dr. Sara Grivetti, Ph.D., CRC, Chief Executive Officer of Services To Enhance Potential (STEP), one of Southeast Michigan's leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through employment, community living, education, and person-centered support. Since becoming CEO in 2024, Dr. Grivetti has led STEP with a vision centered on ...
What happens when a former University of Michigan football standout trades shoulder pads for race cars—and uses motorsports to inspire the next generation? On this special episode of SMARTcast, host Paul Johnson III sits down with Detroit native, former NFL defensive back Julius Curry, founder and CEO of Curry Motorsports, on the eve of the Detroit Grand Prix for an unforgettable conversation about speed, innovation, leadersh...
🚍 SMARTCAST | Featuring VP of Planning Jordan Vonzynda | New Routes, Wayne County Expansion & The Future of Transit Your Stop for Everything Transit in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne County! On this episode of SMARTcast, hosts Jordan Irving and Paul Johnson III sit down with SMART Vice President of Planning, Jordan Vonzynda, to discuss how public transportation is evolving and what riders can expect as SMART continues to expand ser...
Access isn’t just about getting from Point A to Point B—it’s about dignity, stability, and survival.
On this powerful episode of SMARTcast, host Paul Johnson III brings together two leaders at the intersection of transit and mental health: Danny Whitehouse, VP of Paratransit at SMART, and James White, CEO of the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN). Together, they unpack the critical role that reliable,...
In this powerful episode of SMARTcast, we sit down with David L. Head, a former MTA Bus Operator in New York City who has transformed his frontline transit experience into a lifelong mission of education, preservation, and recognition.
David L. Head is a historian, author, and Telly Award-winning documentarian, widely known for his groundbreaking work honoring Granville T. Woods, often referred to as the Black Edison. Through metic...
🚍🧠 Public Transit Meets Mental Health Access | SMARTcast Episode Featuring Tiffany J. Gunter & James White Public transportation is more than buses and routes — it’s a lifeline connecting communities to healthcare, opportunity, and stability. In this powerful episode of SMARTcast, host Paul Johnson III leads an important conversation exploring how public transit and mental health services work together to support ...
The SMARTcast crew is back with a quick recap of last year's significant events, goals for the new year and a sneak peek into a deep, but necessary series of episodes about mental health coming up in February. It's SMARTcast, your official stop for everything transit in Macomb, Oakland & Wayne County! #ThinkSMART #TransitPodcast #TransitThursday
🎙️ From the Backseat to the Boardroom: Danny Whitehouse Talks Paratransit, FLEX, and Family Legacy | SMARTcast 🚍
In this inspiring episode of SMARTcast, your favorite transit duo Jordan Irving and Paul Johnson III sit down with Danny Whitehouse, SMART’s Vice President of Paratransit and On-Demand Services. From his early days at SMART—working alongside his father—to rising through the ranks and now leading with ...
It’s here — the very first episode of SMARTcast with your hosts Jordan Irving & Paul Johnson III! 🔥 In this premier episode, the dynamic duo pulls back the curtain, introducing themselves and giving you a sneak peek at what’s rolling down the street this season 🚦. From behind-the-scenes bus stories to breaking down transit myths, hilarious hot takes, and can’t-miss community events — if it happen...
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