About this episode
This episode discusses interesting facts about Tax Day, including historical context and current promotions.
Here are some fascinating facts about Tax Day: Astronauts File from Space: Astronauts, including Apollo 13's Jack Swigert, have had to request tax extensions while in space. Free Food & Deals: Many restaurants, such as Hardee's, Schlotzsky's, and Red Lobster, offer freebies or discounts on Tax Day. Surprising History: Federal income tax was introduced in 1861 to fund the Civil War, and the first form was only four pages long. Highest Tax Rates: During WWII, the highest marginal tax bracket was 91%.
People in this episode
Host: Roger King
Topics covered
- tax facts
- Tax Day
- history of taxes
- discounts
- astronauts
- income tax
Keywords
- Tax Day
- astronauts
- tax history
- discounts
- income tax
- highest tax rates
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Hardee's, Schlotzsky's, Red Lobster
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