

4. This Train Has Been Delayed
Sep 25, 2023
Jason Bay, a data scientist who tackled a puzzling glitch in Singapore's driverless train system, joins mathematician Hannah Fry for an engaging discussion. They delve into the chaos of the 2016 disruptions, exploring absurd theories and the complexities behind modern transportation. Bay’s team ingeniously used a 19th-century timetabling graph to uncover the hidden causes of the failures. Fry adds depth by sharing extraordinary human stories behind the data, emphasizing how even the most advanced systems can falter in unexpected ways.
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