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How did the US dollar come to be the most ubiquitous, trusted and traded currency in the history of the world?
Two Cents was created by Katie Graham, Andrew Matthews, Philip Olson CFP® and Julia LorenzOlson and is brought to you by PBS Digital Studios. We love dropping some knowledge on all things personal finance and helping you make better money decisions.
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Two Cents is hosted by Philip Olson, CFP® and Julia LorenzOlson
Directors: Katie Graham & Andrew Matthews
Written by: Philip Olson, CFP®
Executive Producer: Amanda Fox
Produced by: Katie Graham
Edited & Animated by: Dano Johnson
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Music by: APM