

Money Talks: Can the Rich Really Lose It All?
Aug 6, 2024
Taffy Brodesser-Akner, acclaimed author known for her novel 'Fleishman Is in Trouble', discusses her latest book about a wealthy family's downfall. She dives into the psychology of the rich and the emotional turmoil of financial loss. The conversation navigates personal growth amidst wealth and envy, the impact of generational wealth, and the challenges of portraying affluent characters in literature. Taffy unpacks how economic instability reshapes identities and invokes empathy, making for a compelling exploration of class and character.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Reflections on Wealth, Envy, and Identity
02:21 • 5min
The Emotional Landscape of Wealth and Survival
07:15 • 2min
Wealth and Its Behavioral Impact
09:37 • 6min
Understanding Generational Wealth
15:46 • 11min
Examining Complex Characters and Their Struggles
26:41 • 3min
Wealth and Empathy in Literature
29:27 • 8min