On this episode of Our American Stories John Jacob Astor arrived in America in with little money and an eye for opportunity He began trading furs built a commercial empire that stretched across the continent and then made an even bigger bet on the future of New York City As Manhattan expanded the land Astor had quietly accumulated became extraordinarily valuable By the time he died the German immigrant who had started with nothing had become the richest man in America Here's the story of how an immigrant fur trader built the first great fortune in America Support the show [... more]

Apple's CEO Tim Cook discusses the company's ambitious climate goal and commitment to clean energy, while Anderson Cooper explores the complicated story of the Astor family and their wealth. Meanwhile, Gloria Steinem and other women behind Ms. Magazine reflect on the enduring impact of feminism and the push for equality. [... more]