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Episode 293 - Asbestos Australia Part 3 - James Hardie (1898-1974)
15 gen 2024 ·
49 min. 34 sec.
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Episode 293 - Asbestos Australia Part 3 - James Hardie (1898-1974)
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James Hardie Industries' involvement in the asbestos industry significantly shaped its trajectory from the mid-20th century. By the 1930s, the company had begun producing asbestos-containing products, capitalizing on the material's...
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James Hardie Industries' involvement in the asbestos industry significantly shaped its trajectory from the mid-20th century. By the 1930s, the company had begun producing asbestos-containing products, capitalizing on the material's fire-resistant and insulating properties. This move propelled James Hardie into a dominant position within the asbestos industry, with its products widely used in construction throughout Australia and globally. However, by the 1970s, concerns about asbestos-related health risks began to emerge, leading to a shift in public perception and regulatory scrutiny.
Join Matthew and Holly as they work their way through the history of the company who has become synonymous with asbestos exposure, their deeds and missteps, court cases and extradition treaties.
Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod
"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeod
Used under a Creative Commons license.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-crap-in-australia--2968350/support.
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Join Matthew and Holly as they work their way through the history of the company who has become synonymous with asbestos exposure, their deeds and missteps, court cases and extradition treaties.
Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod
"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeod
Used under a Creative Commons license.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-crap-in-australia--2968350/support.
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