Frobisher's Fool's Gold Fiasco
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Frobisher's Fool's Gold Fiasco
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In this episode, we explore the incredible true story of Martin Frobisher's expeditions in search of the Northwest Passage and gold for the English crown. We learn how faulty leadership and a desperate desire for wealth led to three massive expeditions that mined 1,100 tons of worthless rock.
Chapters
00:00 The Quest for Riches
02:02 A Miraculous Black Rock
04:52 Nature Needs Encouragement
08:55 The Largest Arctic Expedition
12:00 The Aftermath and Lessons
17:38 Avoiding Sunk Cost
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