For the third installment of our “Future Imperfect” series, we take a look at the future of transportation in the U.S. “Gridlock Sam” Schwartz shares his solutions for ending the American bumper-to-bumper traffic nightmare, and Amtrak President and CEO David Gunn explains why train travel is a vital part of America’s transportation future. Then Grammy Award-winning musician Lyle Lovett shares his first album of all-original material in over seven years, ”My Baby Don’t Tolerate”. And Frances Itani discusses her novel, Deafening.
Gridlock Sam
Traffic and transportation consultant “Gridlock Sam” Schwartz shares his ideas on how to ease the traffic problem.
David Gunn
Without a lot of hard work and federal funding, train travel might not have a future in the U.S. – Amtrak President and CEO David Gunn explains what needs to be done to keep America’s trains on track. Gunn directs America’s intercity passenger rail system, each day serving on average ...
Lyle Lovett
Lyle Lovett’s new album is ”My Baby Don’t Tolerate.” The album’s in Lovett’s signature style, a blend of country, bluegrass, gospel and blues.
Frances Itani
Frances Itani’s new novel, Deafening, is about a little girl who lost her hearing at the age of 5 after a bout with scarlet fever.
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