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202212 minGdoc-short

1976: Meet the Commuters

202212 minGdoc-short

Commuting in London reveals a diverse tapestry of lives, from a stationmaster who personalizes journeys to a solicitor crafting novels during travel.

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Channel: BBC Archive

1976: Meet the Commuters

2022• 12 minG

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Commuting in London reveals a diverse tapestry of lives, from a stationmaster who personalizes journeys to a solicitor crafting novels during travel.

Synopsis

Commuting in London, a modern social phenomenon, captivates Bernard Falk as he explores the lives of those who spend up to four hours daily traveling to work. Falk encounters a diverse array of individuals, including Margaret Knight, the Waterloo Station announcer, and Spud Murphy, the stationmaster at East Farleigh, who personalizes the commuting experience. Solicitor Michael Gilbert utilizes his travel time to write 'whodunit' novels, while others engage in poetry or bridge games, highlighting the varied ways people cope with their daily journeys.

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