The Partridge Family: How Did Shirley Afford Five Kids in the ’70s?

The Partridge Family made raising five kids as a single mom look easy. But could Shirley Partridge actually afford that life in the 1970's? Behind the music, the painted bus, and the Friday-night smiles is a question most of us never thought to ask. Put the sitcom next to real life, and something doesn’t quite add up. How much of the family we loved was possible, and how much were we willing to believe? 0:00 The Reality Behind the Partridge Family 1:25 Why Shirley Jones Said Yes 2:53 The Economics of Being a Woman in 1970 5:53 The Credit Barrier and the Widow's Safety Net 9:18 The Truth About the Family Fortune #tvlife #thepartridgefamily #70stv Subscribe:    / @tvlifeyt