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Have you ever wondered why the Friday after Thanksgiving is called Black Friday? It's not the reason most people think. The actual story is much more complicated - and somewhat amusing. In this episode of the Money Metals' Midweek Memo, host Mike Maharrey explains the evolution of the term "Black Friday and teaches some economics along the way. He also highlights the release of the 2026 Sound Money Index. Click the icon below to listen.

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