The War on Cars Putting the Trans in Transit with Katelyn Burns
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Apr 22, 2025 Katelyn Burns, an independent journalist and co-host of the Cancel Me, Daddy podcast, dives into the unique intersections of urban planning and transgender experiences. She explores how dense cities offer safety and community for trans individuals, discusses the engaging 'trans on trains' meme, and connects it all to the gaming world of Cities: Skylines. Katelyn emphasizes the crucial role of inclusive transit systems and shares how these urban spaces foster connections and advocacy among marginalized communities.
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Why Trans People Like Urban Planning
- Many trans people are drawn to urban planning because it affects their daily lives and safety in cities.
- Their need for efficient transit systems drives a cultural and advocacy interest in transit and urban design.
Personal Transit Experience in D.C.
- Katelyn moved to Washington D.C. and gave up her car to use the Metro as a cost-saving and safer option.
- D.C.'s transit and legal protections attract a high concentration of trans residents despite rising housing costs.
Gaming as Transit Learning Tool
- Cities: Skylines and similar games help trans people understand transit systems by simulating planning and systemic design.
- This virtual control parallels the real-life desire for predictable and safer transit systems familiar to many trans individuals.