The Adam Friedland Show Ep. 62 – Train Knowledge
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Jul 27, 2017 The podcast covers topics such as copyright infringement in Palestine, issues with the New York City train system, hamster balls, transgender Americans in the military, action movies like John Wick and Blade Runner, random topics like middle school trends, and explicit discussions on LGBTQ+ stereotypes and controversial topics.
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NYC Subway Electric Switching Limits
- New York City subway systems use electrical switching, not electronic, so they can't track train locations precisely.
- This limits train frequency to every five minutes for safety, due to required distance between trains.
Subway Safety Distances Explained
- NYC subway trains have a minimum safe distance of about a thousand feet due to outdated track technology.
- This technological limitation restricts train frequency and efficiency in the transit system.
De Blasio Call-In Nickname
- Adam tried calling de Blasio by a nickname during a radio call-in segment.
- The nickname sparked humorous criticism and highlights the show's casual atmosphere.