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The Value of Failure
Episode 2: Military
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Failure in the military is about life and death. Former Air vice-marshal Sean Bell hears from former PoW John Peters and explains how the forces teach recruits to tackle failure. Show more
The Value of Failure
Episode 3: Education
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Inspirational head teacher Heather Hanbury believes her pupils need resilience and an appetite for risk as well as grades. Her school teaches children to fail, and fail well. Show more
The Value of Failure
Episode 4: Business
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Entrepreneur Keith Cotterill believes understanding the value of failed start-ups is vital for UK plc. He has conducted research on global attitudes towards business failure. Show more
The Value of Failure
Episode 5: Sport
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Cricketer Ed Smith played for England, but three times rather than the 50 or so he dreamed of. He believes his failure taught him valuable lessons for life. Show more