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The Secret Ways Highways Are Killing Us

Our host Myles Bess cuts through the hype and takes a deeper look at the research and facts behind controversial and trending topics in the news.

The Secret Ways Highways Are Killing Us

Season 7 Episode 7 | 7m 44s | CC

Highways are everywhere in America and are a big part of our everyday lives as they allow us to expand our ability to travel places efficiently -- but is their presence secretly impacting our health? Myles explores the history of the interstate highway system and the impacts it has on certain communities to answer the question: Should we remove some of America's highways?

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