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The Irrationality of Nations
Every nation has a core irrationality - a belief about itself which no amount of contrary evidence can shift - says Adam Gopnik. Adam tries to uncover the core irrationality of the four nations he knows best: the United States, France, Canada and the UK.
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Sun 7 Apr 201308:50
BBC Radio 4
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A Point of View: The foibles of four countries
American insularity, French insecurity, Canadian unexcitability, British embarrassment - Adam Gopnik on the inherent foibles of four countries close to his heart.
Credit
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Producer | Dave Edmonds |
Broadcasts
- Fri 5 Apr 201320:50BBC Radio 4
- Sun 7 Apr 201308:50BBC Radio 4
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A Point of View
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