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In this eye-opening episode, Peter dives into the shocking story of how Chicago's city leaders sold its parking meters to private investors for just $1.15 billion, locking in a 75-year deal that continues to impact drivers today. What seemed like a quick fix for the city's financial crisis in 2008 turned into a long-term nightmare for Chicagoans, with billionaires in Abu Dhabi and Wall Street executives reaping the benefits. From sky-high parking rates to hidden clauses that cost the city and its taxpayers, this is the story of one of the most disastrous municipal deals in American history—and why it still matters.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

In 2005, Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley faced a $220 million budget crisis and made a bold move: privatize the Chicago Skyway, the city’s 7.8-mile toll road. Sold for $1.83 billion, it promised immediate relief—but decades later, the city is still paying the price.This episode dives deep into the full story of the Chicago Skyway privatization:-How Chicago sold a perpetual money machine while foreign investors pocketed billions.-The bidding war that stunned city officials, leading to CRA and McQuary’s record-breaking purchase.-How toll hikes and long-term contracts ensure 82 more years of private profit.-The financial reality for Chicago: short-term gains vs. long-term losses for taxpayers.-Lessons on infrastructure privatization, short-term political wins, and the risks cities face when selling public assets.Discover the shocking truth about one of America’s first privatized highways and why Chicago drivers continue paying the toll—literally and figuratively—for decades to come.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

On March 28th, 2025, Charlie Javice, the 32-year-old founder of fintech startup Frank, was convicted of defrauding JP Morgan out of $175 million—the largest financial fraud case in recent startup history. Once celebrated on Forbes 30 Under 30 lists, Javice now faces decades in federal prison after being found guilty on securities fraud, wire fraud, bank fraud, and conspiracy charges.This episode dives into:-How Javice fabricated over 4 million users to inflate Frank's valuation.-The brazen scheme that tricked one of America’s largest banks.-The unraveling of the fraud and the high-profile federal trial in Manhattan.-Comparisons to other infamous startup scandals, including Elizabeth Holmes and Sam Bankman-Fried.-Lessons for investors, founders, and anyone in the fintech world about due diligence, startup hype, and the dangers of fabricating success.Join us as we unpack the rise and dramatic fall of a once-celebrated tech entrepreneur and the cautionary tale her story leaves for the startup ecosystem.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney 

When millions hear Hugh Jackman belt out The Greatest Show on screen, few realize the film almost never happened—and one Broadway star quietly saved it. In this episode, we uncover the hidden story of Jeremy Jordan, the Tony-nominated performer whose single, critical performance convinced Hollywood executives to greenlight the blockbuster musical.From battling illness to flying himself to the studio at his own expense, Jeremy’s dedication made all the difference. Yet, when the cameras started rolling, his contribution was erased from history, leaving Jackman and other stars to take the spotlight.Join us as we explore:-How Jeremy Jordan stepped in to rescue a struggling $84M musical.-The behind-the-scenes drama that almost shut down The Greatest Showman.-Why Hollywood often overlooks the people who save the day.-The irony of the “phantom voice” that helped launch one of the most successful musicals of recent history.Perfect for fans of Broadway, film musicals, and untold Hollywood stories, this episode celebrates the unsung heroes behind the scenes who make cinematic magic possible.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  ----------

Step back into the golden era of video rentals and discover the fascinating rivalry between Blockbuster and Hollywood Video, two giants that shaped Friday nights across America from the late 1980s through the early 2000s. While Blockbuster became iconic with its blue and yellow branding, Hollywood Video quietly built a loyal following with a cinephile-friendly, theater-inspired experience.In this episode, we explore:-The founding philosophies: How Blockbuster emphasized scale, standardization, and efficiency, while Hollywood Video focused on customer experience, niche selections, and movie culture.-Store design and culture: Bright, family-friendly Blockbuster stores versus darker, cinema-like Hollywood Video locations.-Customer policies and loyalty: Strict late fees vs. 5-7 day rentals and MVP rewards programs.-Game rentals and diversification: How Hollywood Video created Game Crazy, a pioneering gaming hub within its stores.-Corporate culture and expansion: Rapid nationwide expansion vs. regional, community-focused growth.-The Netflix disruption: Why adaptation—or lack thereof—sealed the fate of both chains.-Business lessons: What these two contrasting models teach about customer loyalty, innovation, and survival in the face of technology.This is more than a nostalgia trip—it’s a deep dive into business strategy, customer experience, and retail evolution. If you love movies, entrepreneurship, or the history of American culture, this episode will show you that there was never just one way to dominate the video rental market.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

In today’s episode, we dive deep into the heartbreaking contradictions of the U.S. adoption system. While thousands of children wait in foster care for a loving home, the process to adopt is riddled with barriers that make it harder to adopt a child than to have one. Pete shares his personal story of growing up in the foster system, as well as the shocking statistics of children aging out without a family. From arbitrary requirements to bureaucratic red tape, we explore why the system is broken and how we can do better to ensure every child has a chance at a loving home.We discuss:The shocking numbers: 343,077 children in foster care, with 36,000 waiting to be adopted.The complicated adoption process: How small bureaucratic hurdles keep children from finding families.The heartbreaking truth: Siblings separated and kids aging out without support.What needs to change: Streamlining the adoption process and focusing on what truly matters—ensuring every child has a home.Tune in for a powerful conversation about why adoption should be about love, not paperwork. Let’s demand change in the system that’s failing children every day.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

What happens when a city tries—and fails—to sell a major airport three times?Chicago’s Midway International Airport, the city’s second busiest, has been at the center of billion-dollar privatization attempts that collapsed spectacularly over two decades. From Mayor Richard M. Daley’s ambitious 2008 deal during the financial crisis to Rahm Emanuel’s 2013 attempt and Lori Lightfoot’s later refusal, Chicago has repeatedly failed to privatize Midway, costing taxpayers billions and leaving the airport stuck in time.In this episode, we break down the political missteps, financial pitfalls, and consulting fees that turned Midway into the airport that never was. Discover why Chicago’s ambitions for privatization failed while other cities succeeded, how federal law and market conditions played a role, and what this means for the city’s infrastructure and finances today.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

Ever been fooled by a building? In Los Angeles, where dreams and designs often collide, I stumbled upon a strip mall posing as a multi-story office complex. Join me as I dive into the art of architectural deception, where buildings are pulling off Disney-level magic tricks. From glass facades to mirrored windows, this episode unpacks how even in the city of fame and fortune, buildings are catfishing the public. Learn how this illusionary architecture took me for a ride, and why you might want to second-guess every skyscraper you pass. Tune in to discover how LA buildings are playing the ultimate game of architectural catfishing!Keywords: LA architecture, strip mall deception, architectural catfishing, buildings in LA, deceptive design, urban myths, city illusions, architecture in Los Angeles, faux buildings, city life.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  ----------

Step inside the strangest scheduling story in Major League Baseball. In this episode, we uncover why the $3 billion Chicago Cubs are limited to just 35 night games a year—and completely banned from Friday night matchups—thanks to a decades-old neighborhood feud. From PK Wrigley’s daylight baseball vision to Dallas Green’s high-stakes fight with Wrigleyville residents, we explore how city ordinances turned a historic stadium into the last major league ballpark wrestling with the dark. Tune in for history, drama, and baseball’s quirkiest rules.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  ----------

Ever wondered why your airplane seat comes with a life vest but no parachute? In this episode, we break down the science, statistics, and shocking realities behind airline safety. From mind-bending physics to extreme altitudes and the infamous Hudson River landing, discover why parachutes aren’t just impractical—they could be deadly. Join us as we uncover the hidden truths that make life vests the ultimate lifesaver at 35,000 feet.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  ----------

Think YouTube is an easy path to riches? Think again. In this episode, I break down my experience making $100,000 from a single video, the truth about monetization, and why the majority of creators fail to earn even minimum wage. Get the facts about views, subscribers, ad revenue, and hidden costs so you can navigate YouTube like a pro.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  ----------

Step back in time to October 1978, when 44 million Americans tuned in to watch the Yankees and Dodgers battle in Game 6 of the World Series—a third of the nation glued to their screens. Fast forward to 2023, and the numbers tell a different story: only 8.1 million viewers watched the Texas Rangers claim victory. Why did baseball’s national TV magic fade?From the birth of televised baseball in 1939 to the revolutionary Saturday Game of the Week, superstation phenomena, and the explosive rise of cable networks like ESPN and regional sports channels, we trace how America’s pastime became both more accessible and more fragmented. Discover the golden era of free baseball, the rise of broadcasting legends, and the rules, deals, and streaming wars that reshaped the game forever.Tune in to explore how television transformed baseball and why today’s viewers face blackouts, subscriptions, and a very different fan experience.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  ----------

On August 8, 1988, at 91 years old, Harry Gman made history at Wrigley Field, declaring, "Let there be light." But what followed was anything but smooth. The Cubs, after 53 years of stubbornly playing only day games, were finally installing lights—but a thunderstorm washed out their first night game, and the game didn't even count. It was an ironic and legendary moment in Cubs history, but it wasn’t just about the lights—it was the culmination of a brutal seven-year political battle, involving newspaper vendettas, city politics, organized protests, and even extortion.In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating history of how the Chicago Cubs, the last team in Major League Baseball to install lights, fought against powerful political forces to join the modern era of baseball. From the Cubs' long-standing resistance, spearheaded by Philip K. Wrigley, to the media moguls and political dynasties battling behind the scenes, this story is as much about Chicago politics as it is about baseball. The decision to bring night games to Wrigley Field reshaped the neighborhood, the franchise, and the legacy of one of the most iconic ballparks in the world.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

Every few years, the debate resurfaces: why doesn't the U.S. have high-speed trains like Japan, France, or China? With speeds reaching up to 220 mph, high-speed rail is a standard mode of transportation in many countries, offering quick, efficient journeys across vast distances. Yet, in America, trains like Amtrak average just 70 mph on major routes. Why can't we simply run high-speed trains on existing tracks?In this episode, we dive into the fascinating technical, historical, and economic reasons why America's aging rail infrastructure can't support true high-speed rail. From outdated track geometry and freight conflicts to regulatory challenges, we explore the obstacles standing in the way of America’s fast rail future. Plus, we look at the emerging projects and realistic solutions that could finally bring high-speed rail to the U.S.Want a free year of access to all my courses?Use the code below at the following link to get access to Expedition Money for FREE for an entire year ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR---- Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7ef--- ▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX -DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC▶ My Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3rcRvrX -IF YOU'D LIKE TO SHOW SOME LOVE:▶ Buy My Book: https://amzn.to/3PpUsid▶ Merch: https://geni.us/fsYNIkcFOLLOW MY OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney 

For decades, some of the world's most iconic supercars were effectively banned from U.S. highways due to stringent safety and emissions regulations. But in 1999, a mysterious federal loophole known as the "show and display" rule allowed a select few of these forbidden machines to legally roll on American asphalt. This fascinating story involves billionaires like Bill Gates, car smuggling operations, and the passionate efforts of collectors to possess what was once unpossessable. In this episode, we explore the history of the show and display exemption, the rare cars that qualify, and the controversy behind the rule that allows these multi-million dollar masterpieces to exist on U.S. roads today.Want a free year of access to all my courses?Use the code below at the following link to get access to Expedition Money for FREE for an entire year ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR---- Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7ef--- ▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX -DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC▶ My Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3rcRvrX -IF YOU'D LIKE TO SHOW SOME LOVE:▶ Buy My Book: https://amzn.to/3PpUsid▶ Merch: https://geni.us/fsYNIkcFOLLOW MY OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

In the early 2000s, BlackBerry was the undisputed king of business smartphones, with its addictive "Crackberry" keyboard and security features making it the device of choice for executives, politicians, and even President Obama. But in 2007, everything changed. While Apple’s iPhone revolutionized the mobile industry, BlackBerry dismissed it as a “toy,” leading to one of the most dramatic corporate collapses in tech history. In this episode, we dive deep into BlackBerry's meteoric rise, the fatal assumptions that led to its downfall, and the lessons businesses can learn from its failure to adapt. From its dual CEO structure to the PlayBook disaster, this is the inside story of BlackBerry's rise, fall, and the legacy it left behind.Want a free year of access to all my courses?Use the code below at the following link to get access to Expedition Money for FREE for an entire year ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR---- Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7ef--- ▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX -DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC▶ My Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3rcRvrX -IF YOU'D LIKE TO SHOW SOME LOVE:▶ Buy My Book: https://amzn.to/3PpUsid▶ Merch: https://geni.us/fsYNIkcFOLLOW MY OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

Did you know Americans consume over 400 million cups of coffee every single day—but we don’t grow much of it? In this episode, we uncover the surprising reasons why the U.S. has never embraced coffee cultivation, despite being the world’s largest coffee consumer. From Hawaii’s Kona region to Southern California’s experimental coffee farms, we explore the challenges, economics, and historical factors that make large-scale American coffee production nearly impossible. Dive deep into the complex relationship between climate, labor costs, and global trade that has kept coffee out of the U.S. farming landscape—at least for now.Want a free year of access to all my courses? Use the code below at the following checkout link to get access to Expedition Money for free for an entire year (an $1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR-- Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7ef--- ▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC▶ My Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3rcRvrX----------IF YOU'D LIKE TO SHOW SOME LOVE:▶ Buy My Book: https://amzn.to/3PpUsid▶ Merch: https://geni.us/fsYNIkcFOLLOW MY OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

Step into a world where everyday life will leave Americans scratching their heads! In this episode, we explore the quirky and fascinating realities of Canada—from bagged milk and underground electrical grids to cars that need preheating and colorful “Monopoly money”. Discover the history behind bagged milk, the science of block heaters, and why Canadians call their coins loons and tunis. Packed with humor, trivia, and jaw-dropping facts, this is your ultimate guide to surviving—and understanding—the quirks of Canadian life.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

Imagine crossing the U.S. in just 2 hours or flying from New York to London in under 4. Supersonic flight promises a new era of air travel—but the sonic boom has kept us grounded. In this episode, we dive into the high-stakes race between Boom Supersonic, with its sleek Overture jet and clever “boomless cruise,” and NASA’s experimental X-59, designed to turn thunderous booms into gentle thumps. We break down the science of supersonic shockwaves, the engineering challenges, and the future of flying faster than sound without shaking the world below.▶ JOIN the Expedition Money Community for FREE!Use the code below at the following link ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR▶ Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7efGET INSIDER COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION:▶ Mastering FAFSA Strategies to Maximize Your Financial Aid Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/collegef...----------GET MY BOOKS!▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX----------DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC----------FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney  

Beneath mountains, deserts, and cities across America, a secret underground civilization may exist—funded with a staggering $21 trillion of taxpayer dollars. Former Bush administration official Katherine Austin Fitz claims the US has built hundreds of subterranean facilities to protect the elite from catastrophic events, leaving the rest of us above ground.In this episode, we explore the evidence, the money trail, and witness accounts of these alleged underground cities. From Cold War bunkers like Cheyenne Mountain and Raven Rock to controversial deep underground military bases, we examine whether these $21 trillion secrets are fact or conspiracy. Join us as we venture into America’s hidden subterranean world and uncover what lies beneath our feet.Want a free year of access to all my courses?Use the code below at the following link to get access to Expedition Money for FREE for an entire year ($1,800 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR---- Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7ef--- ▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX -DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC▶ My Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3rcRvrX -IF YOU'D LIKE TO SHOW SOME LOVE:▶ Buy My Book: https://amzn.to/3PpUsid▶ Merch: https://geni.us/fsYNIkcFOLLOW MY OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney