Downstream: Trains Are Better Than Cars. Here’s Why w/ Gareth

Downstream: Trains Are Better Than Cars. Here’s Why w/ Gareth Dennis

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While the first modern trains were built in the early 19th century – more people travel by rail today than ever before. Not only have passenger numbers risen in the UK but the likes of China, Iran and Uzbekistan now have high-speed networks. On this episode of Downstream, Aaron Bastani is joined by author and […]

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