In Front Of The Yellow Line
Ever been on a bus and wondered what was going through the driver's head? Join Shawn Wells, a city bus driver, as he tells you his thoughts. Things you may have never known as a passenger. And you may even learn something about passenger etiquette along the way.
Episodes
29 episodes since 2022
S2 Episode 13: Bits & Pieces.
To close out season 2, I present some scattered afterthoughts and ideas that can't form an entire episode, but when brought together as one give you this. A jambalaya of thoughts, if you will. Thanks for listening!If you like the show, ...
March 08, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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14:49
S2 Episode 12: Listening To The Radio.
A bus driver using their radio isn't as easy as just picking it up. There's a procedure. And when you understand the procedure, delays make sense.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow ...
March 01, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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9:57
S2 Episode 11: Not In Service.
A friend asked "why do I see so many 'Not In Service' busses passing me. Well, here's my answer. If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:Instagram: @infrontoftheyel...
February 22, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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12:09
S2 Episode 10: Bad Drivers.
This is a bit of a longer one. So if you like the usual length of my posts, I'm sorry. If you always wish I'd keep rambling on, you're welcome. It's just... there are a LOT of bad drivers out there. I've seen things...If you like the sh...
February 15, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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20:13
S2 Episode 9: I'm a Rockstar.
There are certain traffic perks and privileges when it comes to operating a bus. And they all give me a feeling of being special.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:...
February 08, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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10:00
S2 Episode 8: The Kids Aren't Alright.
Do you remember that old ad "It's 10pm, do you know where your children are?" Well, there's a good chance they're on my bus. But unlike you, I see the real them. Time for me to blow up their spots!If you like the show, please leave a re...
February 01, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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17:49
S2 Episode 7: Changes In Routine.
Ever just wanna shake up your routine? From some of my bus passengers, I see how the smallest change can cause major anxiety.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:Inst...
January 25, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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10:27
S2 Episode 6: My Superpowers.
Don't tell anyone, but I have a very special and specific super power that I can use while at work. And it has nothing to do with actually driving the bus.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You ca...
January 18, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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10:25
S2 Episode 5: Time Management.
If I could change one thing about being a bus driver it would be my own personal schedule. But that aspect of my job isn't always something John Q. Public tends to consider.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcast...
January 11, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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6:51
S2 Episode 4: Tourists.
When a special event occurs in my city I have an opportunity to be an ambassador. One of the perks of driving the bus, I guess. It's nice when you're appreciated at work.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app...
January 04, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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7:38
S2 Episode 3: Those Special Moments.
If I'm having a bad day, I try to focus on the small things that can lift me up again.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:Instagram: @infrontoftheyellowlineFaceb...
December 28, 2022
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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10:39
S2 Episode 2: Season's Greetings.
There are messages displayed on the front of my bus, but what control do I have over the content? There's a bit more to it than you think.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show...
December 21, 2022
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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14:07
S2 Episode 1: Open Communication.
Sometimes, all you have to do is ask. It's amazing how many people are afraid to speak to their bus driver.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:Instagram: @infrontoft...
December 15, 2022
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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11:28
BONUS! I Used To Like This One 'Speed' episode.
Season 1 of In Front Of The Yellow Line has concluded, but while you wait for season 2 to drop (December 15th, 2022) here is an episode of my other podcast I co-host with Colin Stewart where we dive into the bus action classic 'Speed'.
September 21, 2022
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1:22:29
S1 Episode 14: The Auxiliary Instructor.
In this season 1 finale, I discuss one of my additional job duties aside from just driving a bus.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:Instagram: @infrontoftheyellowlin...
September 07, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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9:30
S1 Episode 13: My Bus Just Got Smarter.
Technology is a wonderful thing isn't it? With new bus technology in my place of work, there are definitely some growing pains.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:Inst...
August 31, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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8:07
S1 Episode 12: Nope.
There are some cases as a bus driver there are instances that just make you say "Nope."If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:Instagram: @infrontoftheyellowlineFacebo...
August 24, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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9:31
S1 Episode 11: A Different Office Every Day.
Every day as a bus driver, I get a different bus. And it's a really steep learning curve to find out their individual quirks.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:
August 17, 2022
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Episode 11
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8:42
S1 Episode 10: Look Out!
The saying "Common sense isn't very common" comes into play quite often for my. It's amazing the types of risks people will take around a bus.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the s...
August 10, 2022
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Episode 10
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8:33
S1 Episode 9: Bus Games.
Bus driving can be such a monotonous, solitary job at times, that it's good to find ways to amuse yourself. Here are several of the ways I do it.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow th...
August 03, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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10:42
S1 Episode 8: My Many Hats.
Sometimes I'm not just a bus driver. When I took the job, I found unexpected duties.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:Instagram: @infrontoftheyellowlineFacebook:...
July 27, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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9:46
S1 Episode 7: You're Late!
The bus schedule I have can be a fickle mistress. But when you're waiting for your ride and I'm not there as soon as you expect, there's a method to my madness.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.Yo...
July 20, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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7:41
S1 Episode 6: Bus Justice!
Many times, I don't have to worry about solving problems. They just kind of sort themselves out by the vigilantes riding my bus.If you like the show, please leave a review on your podcasting app.You can follow the show:Ins...
July 13, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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6:00
S1 Episode 5: Masks and Shields.
What was driving a bus like during a pandemic? Was I really an essential worker? Hear my thoughts on the subject. For anyone who followed my blog, this is original content made new for this podcast. If you like the show, please lea...
July 06, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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10:18
S1 Episode 4: Bus Dimensions.
It's quite a challenge to adjust to the size and shape of a bus when you're first learning to drive it. But it eventually becomes second nature. Maybe my observations will give you a new appreciation for what a bus driver does daily.If ...
June 29, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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6:21