Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford Cautionary Tales Returns Every Other Friday from March 25th
Mar 11, 2022
Dive into fascinating tales of monumental failures and disasters that shaped history. Learn how construction mishaps and aviation crises serve as cautionary examples. Tim Harford uncovers valuable lessons we can apply to our own lives, revealing the insights hidden within these epic mistakes. Plus, exclusive shorts for subscribers add an extra layer of intrigue!
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French Knights' Defeat
- The French knights, confident in their superior army, faced an English invasion.
- Their overconfidence led to defeat, highlighting the danger of underestimating opponents.
Learn From History
- Learn from history's mistakes to improve your daily life.
- Tim Harford's Cautionary Tales offer valuable lessons from past disasters.
Disasters and Fiascos
- A tiny blueprint error in a hotel caused a catastrophic collapse.
- An airline captain recklessly let his child play with the plane's controls.