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Sounds,10 Nov 2025,37 mins,

The Treasure Hunt that Broke America (Part 1)

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
Contains some scenes which some viewers may find upsetting.

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Forrest Fenn never does things the regular way. Despite no formal training and little knowledge of art, he becomes a millionaire gallery owner. An outsider by nature, Fenn’s charm, audacity, and disregard for convention earns him both wealth and respect. When a streak of bad luck threatens to destroy his empire, Fenn dreams up an audacious final act. He'll mastermind the greatest treasure hunt America has ever known. As the legend spreads, and gold fever grips the nation, Fenn begins to lose control. The story of Forrest Fenn's treasure hunt will continue next week. If you are suffering distress or despair, details of help and support are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline Read more about Tim's work at http://timharford.com/

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