Michael Meyer

Michael Meyer, a Professor of English at the University of Pittsburgh and author of "Benjamin Franklin's Last Bet," dives into the intricacies of Benjamin Franklin’s financial life. They discuss his mistakes in estate planning and his revolutionary ideas around microfinance aimed at empowering the working class. Meyer also shares amusing insights into Franklin's personality, including his innovative swimming fins and commitment to self-improvement. The conversation balances Franklin's complex legacy with his significant contributions to American prosperity.