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Malcolm Gladwell was in Dubai for the World Conference on Cultural Economy. Photo: Getty
Malcolm Gladwell was in Dubai for the World Conference on Cultural Economy. Photo: Getty
Malcolm Gladwell on how diversity can be an engine for creativity
The bestselling author and journalist's audiobook 'Miracle and Wonder' tackles the subject by diving deep into musician Paul Simon's career