Harry Truman

Harry Truman, a great admirer of Plutarch's lives, discusses his fascination with Plutarch and how it shaped his views. He believed in the value of reading Plutarch's lives and used them as a source of wisdom and guidance throughout his political career. Truman shares anecdotes about recommending Plutarch to young protégés and highlights the importance of learning from history and biography to improve interpersonal skills.

Megan Gorman, author of "All the Presidents’ Money," guides us through the financial rollercoaster of U.S. presidents. Discover Harry Truman's midnight money worries and whether Calvin Coolidge was misled by a stockbroker during the Great Depression. Delve into George Washington's wealth gained through strategic marriage, contrasting the financial realities of leaders like Thomas Jefferson and Ulysses S. Grant. This enlightening discussion reveals that even the highest office in America doesn’t guarantee financial success.