Thomas Midgley Jr. was a brilliant inventor who gave us leaded gasoline and Freon. But his genius came at a terrible price, leading to two of the worst environmental disasters in human history. This documentary explores the tragic, unintended consequences of his work and the scientist who uncovered the truth.
Discover the shocking story of the man who accidentally killed millions and left a toxic legacy that impacts us to this day. From the lead poisoning of an entire generation to the hole in the ozone layer, this is a cautionary tale about the double-edged sword of innovation.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - The Man Who Held Time
0:20 - A World of Innovation
0:52 - The Miracle Solution: Leaded Gas
1:28 - The Silent Killer
2:18 - The Hero Who Found the Truth
2:48 - Disaster Strikes Again: Freon & The Ozone Layer
3:45 - A Tragic End & Lasting Legacy
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