Wiry Gadfly (Ross Perot)

This person died in 2019 at age 89. He had a squeaky, country-boy twang and ears that stuck out like on a Mad Magazine cover. He made a fortune in computer services. In 1979 he staged a commando raid that freed two of his employees from captivity in revolutionary Iran. He ran for president of the USA as a 3rd party candidate in 1992 and 1996. Today’s dead celebrity is H Ross Perot.

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Through obituary-driven conversation, this episode examines Ross Perot's cultural resonance as part of a what makes a life worth remembering and known for famous lives reframed, emphasizing creative output, generational relevance, and emotional reach. It raises questions about whose stories get preserved and why they matter. This legacy podcast explores rethinking celebrity legacies and contributes to life lessons from celebrities.

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