Appears On
Episode Appearances
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford · Feb 27, 2026
Flight of the Fantasist: The Race Around the World - Part 2
“First legitimate finisher of the Golden Globe race; donated his prize money to Crowhurst's family after learning of the fraud.”
Entrepreneurial fraud and deception in competitive marketsSocial performance theory and self-presentation in businessMental health in high-stakes competitive environments
View AnalysisCautionary Tales with Tim Harford · Feb 20, 2026
The Philosopher and the Handyman: The Race Around the World - Part 1
“British sailor who became the first person to sail non-stop around the world in 1968-1969, winning the Sunday Times Golden Globe”
Maintenance strategy and preventive careSystem simplification vs. capability trade-offsPreparation and resource planning for long-duration projects
View AnalysisAdrift · Nov 10, 2025
Dark Shadows | 1
“Non-stop round-the-world yacht racer whose public achievement inspired Dougal Robertson to consider the family voyage.”
Family decision-making under financial stressMaritime safety and preparationParenting and alternative education
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