Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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<p>We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every Friday.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 17, 2026
"What a Bloody Mess we're in" - Britain's [REDACTED] Accident
Tim Harford explores the Windscale nuclear accident, revealing how a rushed program led to disaster and a cover-up, offering lessons in managing complex risks.
July 10, 2026
Attack of the Night People
Tim Harford explores Jean Shepherd's unique radio show and its enduring legacy on internet subcultures, revealing how his "Night People" spirit persists today.
July 3, 2026
LIVE: We Are Not Machines - with Sarah O'Connor
Tim Harford interviews FT journalist Sarah O'Connor about the future of work and the impact of AI on skilled jobs.
233 total episodes available with 125 transcripts
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- What is Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford?
<p>We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every Friday.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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