Oct 2024

Encore: Theranos | The Race to Publish | 3

An investigative journalist looks into Theranos, and is shocked by his discoveries. Elizabeth Holmes tries to fend off the potentially devastating story. Need more American Scandal? With Wondery+, enjoy exclusive seasons, binge new seasons first, and listen co ... Show More

40m 59s

Oct 2024

Encore: Theranos | Are Venture Capitalists to Blame? | 4

Lindsay sits down with Charles Duhigg, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who covers the tech industry. The two explore why venture capitalists work to create monopolies, and whether these powerful investors bear responsibility for the failures at Theranos. N ... Show More

35m 8s

Oct 2024

Houston Astros: Caught Stealing | Radical Methods | 1

When Jeff Luhnow takes over as general manager of the Houston Astros in 2011, he promises owner Jim Crane he can do the seemingly impossible: propel the team from last place to the playoffs in just five years. But his win-at-all-costs attitude rubs many baseball insiders the w ... Show More

40m 42s

Dec 2024

Where to Find Episodes 2-7

Binge all episodes of Blame it on the Fame: Milli Vanilli exclusively and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting <a href="http://wondery.com/links/blame-it-on-the-fame/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_bl ... Show More

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Oct 15

The Rise and Fall of Peloton | Maximum Effort | 2

As the Covid-19 pandemic rages, Peloton’s stock surges and the company scrambles to keep up with the new demand for its products. They pour millions of dollars into increasing production and cutting down on shipping time. But when tragedy strikes, Peloton’s newfound ... Show More

36m 23s

Mar 2025

Making the News - Ted Turner and CNN | Two Giant Egos | 1

Media mogul Ted Turner shakes up the television industry with the launch of a 24-hour channel dedicated solely to breaking news.Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to Bu ... Show More

33m 26s

Oct 2023

Where to find Episodes 2-6 of Bad Batch

Bad Batch has moved. You can binge all six episodes ad-free right now by subscribing to Wondery+ in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery app: https://wondery.com/links/bad-batch/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do ... Show More

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Feb 2025

TikTok vs the U.S.A. | Too Big to Fail | 3

TikTok realizes its attempts to prove to American lawmakers that the Chinese government doesn’t have access to American user data aren’t working, and they need to change tactics. Becoming more aggressive in their lobbying, TikTok taps into the millions of Americans who us ... Show More

32m 18s

Aug 7

Howard Hughes Blows Up Hollywood | Censored | 2

Howard Hughes embraces sex and violence in his quest to conquer Hollywood. But his sensationalist approach clashes with industry regulators and censors, sparking a high-stakes battle over artistic freedom, public morality, and the future of American cinema.Be the first ... Show More

34m 56s

May 2024

Cookie Giants Go Gluten-Free

Today is Monday, May 20, and we're looking at Chips Ahoy! vs. Oreo.Listen to Business Wars Daily on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start ... Show More

2m 40s

Feb 2025

TikTok vs the U.S.A. | Trending Upwards | 1

In 2018, Chinese tech company ByteDance launched TikTok in the United States, determined to make the app one of the top entertainment platforms in the country. And by spring 2020, ByteDance achieved its goal, thanks, in part, to a global pandemic that sees people spending ... Show More

32m 1s

Apr 2025

The Whole Foods Rebellion | Vision Quest | 1

When Texas hippie John Mackey opens an organic supermarket, he gets high on running a business. But when his ambitions sink its profits, sparks fly between him and his co-founders. They clash over the question of whether to chase a bigger dream or enjoy the money they’re alrea ... Show More

36m 38s

May 2024

Despite Restaurant Slowdown, Fast Casual Reigns

Today is Tuesday, May 21, and we're looking at Chipotle vs. Sweetgreen.Listen to Business Wars Daily on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. St ... Show More

3m 12s

Encore: Theranos | The Walgreens Deal | ...