Why was the salamander linked to asbestos for centuries? In this video, attorney Justinian Lane uses rare Bestobell promotional cards to explain how old myths, fireproof asbestos cloth, and the image of the salamander became tied together. He explores how ancient writers described asbestos, why people once believed it came from a plant or animal, and how companies later used that symbolism to market asbestos products. The episode also highlights the irony behind asbestos being prized for fire resistance while posing serious danger when its fibers are inhaled.
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