The Globalist

The aftermath of Spain’s high-speed collision and how to keep confidence in rail travel alive

The Globalist

Show Notes

Spain wrestles with the fallout of a major rail disaster and reflects on broader lessons for the industry. Then: our US midterm series heads to Alaska. And: a look at our favourite Halloween films. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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