Tim Harford

Cautionary Tales – Undiplomatic Immunity: The Enemies Who Defeated Polio (opens in new tab)

In the 1950s, polio spread at an unprecedented rate, killing or paralysing thousands of Americans. Two renowned scientists raced to develop a vaccine, taking radically different approaches and becoming bitter rivals in the process. Decades later, when a new virus threatens America, their feud is far from over. This episode is available exclusively to members […]

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