Origin of the Phrase "Filthy Rich"

We have a love - hate relationship with wealth in general and money specifically. Why?
In this episode you discover the centuries old source of the phrase heard so often today, "Filthy Rich".
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Sources Used in This Episode:

Definition of "Filthy Rich" according to Merrium Webster Online: Link: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/filthy%20rich#:~:text=%3A%20extremely%20rich,wealth%20is%20excessive%20or%20offensive

Source of Filthy Rich according Ginger Software: Link: https://www.gingersoftware.com/content/phrases/filthy-rich/

"What's the meaning of the phrase 'Filthy rich'?" according to Phrases.org.UK. Link: https://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/filthy-rich.html
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Host:

Stephen Carter. Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com. Email: [e-mail].
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Technical information:

Recorded and initial edits with Ocenaudio. Additional edits with Audacity. Noise and reverb reduction with Hush. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone SE DynaCaster DCM8.
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Key words:

lucra, money, wealth, rich,
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