Episodes

  • 5. The Long Road Ahead

    5. The Long Road Ahead
    Oct 16 2023
    Thanks to safety innovations like seat belts and airbags that we have discussed in previous episodes, many lives have been saved on the roads. However, numerous fatalities are still occurring, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Unsafe roads pose significant economic, social, and health costs, which is where the UN Road Safety Fund comes into play. In the final episode of 'Blink of an Eye', Thomas Henley examines the initiatives underway to halve the number of road fatalities by 2030 and explores the future of car safety.
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    25 mins
  • Teaser - Episode 5: The Long Road Ahead

    Teaser - Episode 5: The Long Road Ahead
    Oct 13 2023
    In the fifth and last episode, we examines the initiatives underway to halve the number of road fatalities by 2030 and explores the future of car safety. Despite innovations such as the airbag and seatbelt, many fatalities still occur. The final episode will be published on Monday, October 16th.
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    Less than 1 minute
  • 4. When Airbags Inflated

    4. When Airbags Inflated
    Oct 2 2023
    In 1952, engineer John Hetrick was involved in a car accident with his family. After the accident, Hetrick had a groundbreaking idea to develop a solution to protect against impact with the dashboard. The result was an airbag. However, car manufacturers initially showed little interest in the concept. So, when and how did the airbag eventually blow up? Join Thomas Henley as he unravels the fascinating story in this episode.
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    22 mins
  • Teaser - Episode 4: When Airbags Blew up

    Teaser - Episode 4: When Airbags Blew up
    Sep 28 2023
    In the fourth episode, we discover the turning point for airbags. In 1952, engineer John Hetrick's car accident sparked the revolutionary concept of airbag protection. However, car manufacturers initially showed little interest in the idea. Learn when and how the airbag finally made its impact in the fourth episode, which will be released on Monday, October 2.
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  • 3. Fasten Your Seatbelts

    3. Fasten Your Seatbelts
    Sep 18 2023
    Did you know that airplanes played a crucial role in the development of the seat belts we use today? The introduction of seat belts has revolutionized car safety, and one pivotal innovation stands out: Nils Bohlin's invention of the three-point belt. This remarkable breakthrough has saved countless lives on the road. In this episode, we delve into the remarkable history behind the seat belt. So, get ready to buckle up as we embark on this journey.
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    22 mins
  • Teaser - Episode 3: Fasten Your Seatbelts

    Teaser - Episode 3: Fasten Your Seatbelts
    Sep 15 2023
    In the third episode, we explore the fascinating history of seat belts, a safety feature that has transformed road safety. The story takes us back to Nils Bohlin's groundbreaking invention of the three-point belt, a pivotal innovation that has saved countless lives on the road. The third episode will be released on Monday, 18 September.
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  • 2. The Elephant on the Road

    2. The Elephant on the Road
    Sep 4 2023
    Let's take a trip back in time, a century ago. City streets belonged to pedestrians; they roamed freely, going wherever and whenever they pleased. However, as cars increased in the 1920s, accidents and fatalities became more prevalent. Together with historians, road experts and professors, Thomas Henley takes a closer look at a time when our roads were death traps, what role gender has played in car safety and the effectiveness of safety campaigns in adverts.
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    18 mins
  • Teaser - Episode 2: The Elephant on the Road

    Teaser - Episode 2: The Elephant on the Road
    Sep 1 2023
    In the second episode, we take a trip back a century ago, when city streets belonged to pedestrians. Stay tuned for when Thomas Henley takes a closer look at a time when our roads were death traps, what role gender has played in car safety and the effectiveness of safety campaigns in adverts. The second episode will be released on Monday, September 4.
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