MTAC Kalamazoo radio interview

Wheels of Change class members, Amelia Katanski is center, blue sweater.

Amelia Katanski — co‑founder of the More Than a Cyclist Kalamazoo campaign — was featured on WMUK’s Story Beat radio program, where she spoke about the growing cycling movement in Kalamazoo and the push for safer streets.

Katanski joined host Zinta Aistars to discuss her long history on the bike, the rise of cycling in Kalamazoo, and why the region continues to see high rates of bike–car crashes. She emphasized that nearly every local rider has a close‑call story, underscoring the need for better awareness and safer driving habits.

The interview brought fresh attention to More Than a Cyclist Kalamazoo, highlighting its mission to humanize cyclists and reduce collisions through education and storytelling. Katanski’s on‑air conversation offered listeners a clear message: safer streets start with seeing cyclists as people first