In our first episode, we learn about Cornelius Vanderbilt and his efforts to break through steamship monopolies organized by the New York state government. We learn how his entrepreneurial efforts helped improve the lives of the everyday American.

This episode is based on Chapter 1 of Dr. Burt Folsom’s book, The Myth of the Robber Barons. If you want to learn more about his topic and follow along with Burt, you can grab a copy of the book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Robber-Barons-Business-America/dp/0963020315/youngamericsfoun.

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