Short Stuff: School Bus Yellow

This podcast delves into the history, safety standards, and unique design features of school transportation, particularly school buses. It explores the role of Frank Cyr in establishing the standardized school bus system and highlights the scientific reasons behind choosing yellow as the standard color for increased visibility. The episode also addresses the paradox of seatbelt absence in school buses, emphasizing their inherent safety features and low fatality rates. The safety of school buses is further supported by statistics, while the dire consequences of violating school bus regulations are discussed. The podcast concludes with a recommendation to learn more about the topic and highlights a significant school bus kidnapping incident, the Chowchilla school bus kidnapping.