The man who solved the problem of longitude
(World News Science)

Ships need a reliable way to know their exact location at sea -- and for centuries, the lack of a dependable method caused shipwrecks and economic havoc for every seafaring nation. In this week`s episode of the Futility Closet podcast we`ll meet John Harrison, the self-taught English clockmaker who dedicated his life to crafting a reliable solution to this crucial problem. We`ll also admire a dentist and puzzle over a magic bus stop. Show notes Please support us on Patreon! ......