Jake Berman

Jake Berman, the author of "The Lost Subways of North America," dives into the fascinating yet overlooked history of urban transit in North America. He reveals how cities like Los Angeles once thrived with electric rail systems and what led to their downfall, from political dysfunction to racial dynamics. Berman discusses how community support is vital for public transit success, contrasts U.S. and Canadian approaches to urban planning, and highlights Vancouver’s innovative solutions like the SkyTrain as a beacon of hope for future transit revitalization.