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Poles Apart: How A Journalist Divided A City

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

CHAPTER

Intro

This chapter introduces listeners to a historical moment in 1909, featuring two journalists, one of whom confronts his fears while embarking on an exploratory journey. The narrative highlights themes of courage and adventure through the interactions with explorer Frederick Cook.

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