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Did History (Actually) Teach Us Anything?

Did History (Actually) Teach Us Anything?

Written by: RRC International
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 Welcome to "Did History (Actually) Teach Us Anything" the podcast where we unravel the most well-known tales of calamity, mishap, and unforeseen consequences that have shaped the course of history, and consider whether we’ve actually learnt anything from them all these years later! In this podcast, we examine the historical events that you may think you know about already and the causes that lead to them, be they icebergs or baker’s ovens. We will consider whether these tragedies could have been avoided, and some of the surprising things we do differently now as a result. But this podcast isn't just about dates and events; it's about learning from the past, drawing insights from hindsight, and gaining a deeper appreciation for the complexities of what really happened in these events we think we know so well. So get ready to encounter remarkable individuals, pivotal moments, and fascinating insights that will make you appreciate health and safety, and environmental management as far more than just red tape…© 2026 RRC International Economics World
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  • Did History Actually Teach Us Anything? Trailer

    Did History Actually Teach Us Anything? Trailer
    Nov 27 2024
    Welcome to Did History Actually Teach us Anything? The podcast where we unravel the most well-known tales of calamity, mishap, and unforeseen consequences that have shaped the course of history, and consider whether we've actually learned anything from them all these years later... In this podcast, we examine the historical events that you may think you know about already and the causes that led to them, be they icebergs or bakers ovens. We will consider whether these tragedies could have been avoided, and some of the surprising things we do differently now as a result. But this podcast, isn't just about dates and events. It's about learning from the past, drawing insights from hindsight, and gaining a deeper appreciation for the complexities of what really happened in these events we think we know so well. So get ready to encounter remarkable individuals, pivotal moments and fascinating insights that will make you appreciate health and safety and environmental management as far more than just red tape.
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    2 mins
  • The Black Death (The Plague) - 1347

    The Black Death (The Plague) - 1347
    Jan 2 2026
    The Black Death, one of the most fatal pandemics in human history, arrived in Europe in 1347 and spread across the continent at terrifying speed, leaving a trail of fear, chaos and unimaginable loss in its wake. It is estimated that between 25 and 30 million people died, leaving entire communities depopulated, trade routes collapsed and labour shortages, leading to social and economic upheaval. In this episode, we will discover the crucial factors such as overcrowding and poor sanitation that allowed the disease to spread so rapidly. We will examine the profound impact it had on society, and how it informs our modern approach to public safety today.
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    19 mins
  • The Radium Girls - 1917

    The Radium Girls - 1917
    Dec 2 2025
    Who were the Radium Girls? In this episode, we discover the story of a group of women in 1917 who, by believing they were valiantly contributing to the war effort, suffered a terrible fate and ended up significantly changing workplace safety laws forever. Scientific awareness, safer workplace practices and workplace regulations were all born out of the unsafe use of radium in World War I factories, and the tragic consequences it had for these young women.
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    17 mins
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