The Coke Can Liner Caper

Concrete makes up half of all man-made stuff on our planet. And its use will double, in part to battle climate threats created by the production of concrete itself. Industry can deliver cleaner versions, but how soon? The answer might lie with four Indonesians from a tiny, disapp ... Show More

Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg wants America’s war machine to get cozier with companies. The private equity firm he co-founded is building a constellation of next-generation businesses to answer the call. By Caleb MelbySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio ... Show More

While startups and supplements are making billions, the healthcare mainstream hasn’t kept pace with women’s midlife needs. By Kristen V BrownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Bloomberg reporters Drake Bennett and Jordan Robertson join this episode to tell the wild, winding tale of Shannon You, a chemist once employed by Coca-Cola who was also in the business of stealing trade secrets–and attempting to take them to China. Read more: The Plot to Steal t ... Show More

In 2015, two aspiring script writers flew to Indonesia to meet with executives of a large Chinese film corporation. It was a trap: the Hollywood Con Queen not only coned them out of tens of thousands of dollars, she also cruelly ruined their friendship. Two years later, a corpora ... Show More

Scott speaks about Shein’s design practices, specifically its alleged IP theft. He then discusses the qualities he looks for in hiring/promoting, and wraps up with advice to a listener looking to make a mid-career pivot.  Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic S ... Show More

<p>In today’s episode for 3rd April 2024, we tell you about how a Chartered Accountant allegedly defrauded thousands of investors across the world.</p> <p>Also, a quick side note. If you&#39;re someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team, Dit ... Show More

When a shady business partner leaves a newly married couple on the hook for over $300,000, it tests the limits of “for better or worse.”For even more “This Is Uncomfortable,” sign up for our new weekly newsletter at marketplace.org/comfort. 

Send us a textOn Monday we saw the fraud conviction of Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes. This conviction we are told in the press has split Silicon Valley. Supporters worry that the spirit of entrepreneurship has been put in ‘jeopardy’ while others say she overstepped boundaries ... Show More