Why a Train Trip Across the U.S. Is the Fastest Way to Slow Down

What can Amtrak offer a perpetually rushed traveler? Author Eric Weiner takes to the rails to find out. Resources Buy Eric's latest book, The Socrates Express: Life Lessons From Dead Philosophers. And sign up for his newsletter. Be sure to subscribe to the show and to sign up for our podcast newsletter, Behind the Mic, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode. And explore our second podcast, Unpacked, which unpacks a tricky topic in travel each week.