
Reece Martin
Transit planner and creator of the YouTube channel RMTransit, specializing in infrastructure and transit projects worldwide.
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Jun 6, 2025 • 1h 19min
Why I Quit YouTube (with RMTransit)
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.

Nov 12, 2024 • 25min
Why can't Canada have fast trains?
Reece Martin, a transit planner and creator of the YouTube channel RMTransit, discusses Canada's ongoing struggle for high-speed rail. He delves into the successes of rail systems in countries like Japan and Spain, contrasting them with Canada's outdated infrastructure. Martin highlights the potential benefits of a Toronto-Quebec City line, while addressing the financial hurdles, historical inefficiencies, and the need for tailored solutions. With costs projected at $80 to $120 billion, he questions whether Canada can finally embrace this transformative transit vision.