Freakonomics Radio 393. Can Britain Get Its “Great” Back?
Oct 17, 2019
Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, discusses his efforts to tackle inequalities, improve public transport, and make housing accessible. He reflects on London's historical innovation, its identity amid Brexit, and the importance of migration. The conversation also touches on how sports figures help reshape public perception and the role of community in fostering a resilient city. With anecdotes and insights, Khan emphasizes the need for continued British discovery and unity in overcoming modern challenges.
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Britain's History of Discovery
- Britain has a rich history of scientific and cultural discoveries.
- These include oxygen, penicillin, the steam engine, and influential literature.
Shifting Focus
- Britain's emphasis on discovery seems to be in the past.
- More recently, they've focused on internal political matters like Brexit.
Sebastian Snow
- Dan Schreiber discovered the explorer Sebastian Snow, who achieved great feats despite being accident-prone.
- He aims to publicize Snow's story after overcoming a Google search obstacle.
