The Coke Can Liner Caper

America’s perennial No. 3 hotel chain has made itself No. 1 with the shrimp-and-margarita crowd. Are its plastic towels and secret tunnels built to last? By Patrick ClarkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Speculation is swirling around Ossoff’s presidential ambitions. First, though, he needs to win reelection, help win the governorship, and keep peace with his fellow Georgia senator. By Josh Wingrove and Brett PulleySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

White evangelicals are core to Allie Beth Stuckey’s audience. They’re also among the most loyal Republican voters. By Devin LeonardSee 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