The Flirter

The Flirter is a male who feels compelled to share his wit and charm with everyone around him – as long as they are female.

The Eater

#peopleofpublictransport The Eater is precisely what he or she sounds like, except in degree.

The Surfer Dude

#peopleofpublictransport The Surfer Dude is the man who disdains the use of seats and benches. He also scorns hand holds and support rails.

The Asian Shouting Girl

Today’s #peopleofpublictransport is the Asian Shouting Girl. She is a subtype of the Phone Person.

The Tattoo Man

The Tattoo Man sits at the front of the bus. He wears something short sleeved come rain or shine, because he has ink and he is proud of it.

The Cyclist

The Cyclist is a new one on me. Nashville buses have bike racks on the front to carry bikes for passengers, and the Cyclist sits on board.

The Driver’s Best Friend

The Driver’s Best Friend is a close relative to the Chatty Kathy. Usually male, the DBF doesn’t just sit close to the driver, he actually stands slightly closer than the usual conventions of personal space allow.