The Urbanist Agenda Why I Quit YouTube (with RMTransit)
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Jun 6, 2025 Reece Martin, creator of the RMTransit YouTube channel, shares insights into why he’s stepping back from YouTube after over five years. He discusses the frustrations with Toronto’s public transit compared to systems in the Netherlands and Japan. Reece highlights the mental strains faced by content creators due to performance pressure and audience scrutiny. He also reflects on the importance of thoughtful urban design for families navigating public transit, blending his passion for urbanism with the realities of personal life.
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Reece Martin Quits YouTube
- Reece Martin quit YouTube after 5 years due to family responsibilities and frustrations with Canadian transit issues.
- He finds it depressing living in a city with bad transit despite his knowledge of better systems worldwide.
Transit Quality Beyond Stats
- Good transit systems excel in details like cleanliness, signage, and comfort.
- These qualitative features shape rider experience more than just network size or stats.
Importance of Wayfinding Signage
- Invest in clear, multilingual signage and wayfinding to make transit accessible.
- Good information design encourages people to choose active or public transportation.
