• Fortune and Folly: The Weird and Wonderful Life of the South's Most Eccentric Millionaire by Sara Butler

  • Jun 18 2024
  • Length: 20 mins
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Fortune and Folly: The Weird and Wonderful Life of the South's Most Eccentric Millionaire by Sara Butler

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  • Join hosts Orlando Montoya and Peter Biello as they dive into the fascinating life of Asa 'Buddy' Candler Jr., the eccentric son of Coca-Cola founder Asa Candler, in this episode of Narrative Edge. Discover the bizarre yet captivating story of Buddy Candler, whose life of inherited wealth led to a series of spectacular ventures and notorious failures, from racing cars and airplanes to launching a prep school on a ship and contributing to Atlanta's major institutions. Sara Butler, author of Fortune and Folly: The Weird and Wonderful Life of an Eccentric Millionaire, shares insights into Buddy’s audacious ideas and the lasting impact of his unconventional legacy.
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