Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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At Network Rail's Manchester classroom, I learn why it's very rare for trains to collide... and try out signalling for real. | ▶️ The next episode is on Nebula right now: nebula.tv/videos/tomscott-can-a-70yearold-telescope-still-be-useful | 🗺️ England series map: tomscott.com/england

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Tom Scott

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Guy Larsen

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Tom Scott

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