Episode 78
The Great Horse Manure Crisis: When Cities Faced a Slow-Motion Apocalypse
Discover the bizarre and fascinating history of the Great Horse Manure Crisis, a time when cities worldwide faced an unexpected transportation nightmare. This briefing uncovers how an urban obsession with horses led to a looming environmental and logistical disaster, highlighting the surprising consequences of a pre-automobile era. Tune in to explore how this quirky crisis shaped modern city planning and transportation, revealing the unexpected impact of horse manure on urban development.
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