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The Eséka Train Disaster of 2016 | Episode 109

Jun 8, 2026 · 53m

Topics discussed

Sponsors and Episode Introduction Episode Overview and Safety Warnings Geography and Culture of Cameroon The CamRail System and Route Details Cameroon's Extreme Rainfall and Climate The N3 Highway Collapse and Infrastructure Failure Train Overcrowding and Driver Concerns Boarding the Overloaded Train The Derailment at the Aseka Curve The Crash Impact and Casualties Survival Guide: Train Crash First Aid Investigation: Causes of the Disaster Aftermath, Witchcraft Beliefs, and Cascading Failure Listener Story: Personal Loss in the Crash Naming the Logo Gorilla and Tribute to Dennis Patreon, Donations, and Closing Remarks
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