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The Skeptics Guide #1025 - Mar 1 2025

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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Rethinking Traffic Solutions

This chapter challenges the notion that adding more road lanes alleviates traffic congestion, introducing the concept of 'induced demand.' It explores congestion pricing as a potential solution, highlighting successful implementations in cities like London, Stockholm, and Singapore while discussing the socio-economic implications for low-income populations. The conversation emphasizes the need for innovative urban infrastructure, including alternative transportation options, to create more sustainable traffic management systems.

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