436 - The History of Sh*t (Literally)
Timesuck with Dan Cummins
00:00
The Great Stink: A Tale of Two Cities
This chapter explores the historical sewage crises in London and Paris during the 19th century, emphasizing the transformative efforts of figures like Joseph Bazelgette. It highlights the challenges faced in engineering comprehensive sewer systems to combat cholera epidemics and the public health implications of neglecting waste management. The narrative captures the evolution of disease understanding and the political responses to the overwhelming sanitation issues, culminating in the infamous Great Stink of Paris.
Transcript
Play full episode
