About This Episode

Originally aired in 1975. The 51st State reporters focus on issues pertaining to transportation in New York City. "The Saga of the 2nd Avenue Subway" tells the story of the city's repeated attempts to to complete a second subway line on the East Side. "Westway: The Solution or the Problem?" is an examination of the controversial proposals for the West Side Highway. In "Getting to the Airport Cheap," reporter Ken Baron takes us on a trip to Kennedy Airport using only public transportation. Robert Sam Anson provides commentary in "Cars, Cars, Terrible, Wonderful Cars." Finally, "The Singing Bus Driver" profiles a truly unique New Yorker as he tries to make a difference during the daily commute.

Chapters

• Chapter 1: Saga of the 2nd Avenue Subway pt. 1
  • Chapter 2: Saga of the 2nd Avenue Subway pt. 2
  • Chapter 3: Westway: The Solution or the Problem? pt. 1
  • Chapter 4: Westway: The Solution or the Problem? pt. 2
  • Chapter 5: Cars, Cars, Terrible, Wonderful Cars
  • Chapter 6: Getting to the Airport Cheap
  • Chapter 7: The Singing Bus Driver