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cover of episode 1726: The Financial Lives of U.S. Presidents: Shocking Lessons from Thomas Jefferson to JFK and the Clintons"

1726: The Financial Lives of U.S. Presidents: Shocking Lessons from Thomas Jefferson to JFK and the Clintons"

2024/9/23
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So Money with Farnoosh Torabi

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As election season heats up, understanding the financial lives of our nation's leaders offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of wealth and power. Guest Megan Gorman, author of All the Presidents' Money), explains how the financial decisions of U.S. presidents shaped their policies and legacies.

From Thomas Jefferson’s surprising debts to JFK’s complex wealth and the Clintons’ post-presidency financial journey, Megan shares fascinating insights that offer a deeper understanding of how personal finances influence leadership at the highest level, a blend of history and finance in unexpected ways.