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Break out the bubbly, turn on the jets, and hop into our Hot Tub Time Machine: weâre going back to the origins of the Jacuzzi. The worldâs most iconic whirlpool has become a symbol of status and luxuryâthink Scarfaceâs bathtub. But its roots are humble, starting with a family of seven Italian immigrant brothers. Over three generations, they pivoted one technology from airplanes to agriculture to the 1st-ever modern hot tub. Itâs also the story of overcoming tragedies, and a devoted father trying to save his young sonâs life. Find out why family businesses actually end⌠why half a pivot is more like a flinch⌠and why the Jacuzzi is the best idea yet.
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Break out the bubbly, turn on the jets, and hop into our Hot Tub Time Machine: weâre going back to the origins of the Jacuzzi. The worldâs most iconic whirlpool has become a symbol of status and luxuryâthink Scarfaceâs bathtub. But its roots are humble, starting with a family of seven Italian immigrant brothers. Over three generations, they pivoted one technology from airplanes to agriculture to the 1st-ever modern hot tub. Itâs also the story of overcoming tragedies, and a devoted father trying to save his young sonâs life. Find out why family businesses actually end⌠why half a pivot is more like a flinch⌠and why the Jacuzzi is the best idea yet.
Follow The Best Idea Yet on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting www.wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/ now.Â
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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