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Bless the Coal-black Hearts of the Broadway Critics

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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The Flight of Resilience

This chapter chronicles the journey of innovator Paul McCready as he navigates the challenges of human-powered flight in pursuit of the Kramer Prize. It highlights the importance of resilience and adaptability through McCready's experiences with failure while paralleling the creative struggles faced by other innovators like Twyla Tharp.

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