Poughkeepsie to Albany
Michael Portillo rides the railroads of America. In Poughkeepsie in New York state, he visits a famous all-female university, alma mater of Meryl Streep.
Michael Portillo continues his railroad journey through New York state following his Appleton's Guide. Beginning in the city of Poughkeepsie, he visits a famous all-female university, alma mater of Jane Fonda and Meryl Streep. He discovers the tumultuous history of the Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge and follows the train line up to the Catskill Mountains, admiring its picturesque scenery from an altogether different type of line - a zip wire.
Back on safe ground, he discovers that the dramatic landscape inspired artists of the Hudson River School. Arriving in New York's state capital, Albany, he samples a drop of Albany Ale before rubbing shoulders with the state senator.
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Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Michael Portillo |
Executive Producer | John Comerford |
Series Producer | Alison Kreps |
Production Company | Boundless Productions |
Broadcasts
- Fri 5 Feb 2016 18:30
- Fri 29 Sep 2017 15:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two except Wales
- Sat 30 Sep 2017 14:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two Wales
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