
92: Inverted guitars
Lateral with Tom Scott
Train Swap at Carlisle: A Peculiar Journey
The chapter explores a unique scenario where a Glasgow train going south and a London train going north both stop at Carlisle, where passengers and crew switch trains and direction. The hosts discuss potential reasons for this unusual operation, including restrictions at the Scottish border and the concept of 'line bashing'. Various theories are presented for the unexpected train swap, highlighting the playful and imaginative exploration of train travel mishaps and obstacles.
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