Timothy Dexter’s Lucky Trades

Join Ben & Pia as we rewind to early America for an unbelievable true tale about Timothy Dexter — a man mocked for strange trade ideas who somehow kept getting rich! This story is full of ships, surprising shipments, and a loud laugh when plans go sideways. Perfect for curious listeners who love adventure, history, and clever surprises. You'll learn how markets, chance, and bold choices sometimes collide in wild ways. Historical Fun Fact: Timothy once published a book called A Pickle for the Knowing Ones with almost no punctuation, and later sold a version with extra punctuation for readers to place however they liked! Did you know? What do you think could make a shipment of coal or bed warmers become valuable across the ocean? Which story do you want to hear next? Tell us in the comments! Hosted by Ben & Pia — short, safe, and MEGA exciting history for curious minds. #LetsRewind #TimothyDexter #HiddenHistory #AmazingTrueStories #HistoryAdventure