Jan 2025

The Unraveling of Boeing | Change of Destination | 2

It’s the late 1990s and the seeds of Boeing’s business disaster are being sown. An aerospace mega-merger and fierce competition from its chief rival Airbus are about to transform Boeing in ways that will lead to tragedy.Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcas ... Show More

38m 16s

Jan 2025

The Unraveling of Boeing | Jedi Mind Tricks | 3

Boeing scrambles to improve its bestseller, the 737, as its competitor Airbus brings an upgraded rival plane to market. To create the 737 MAX, Boeing has to figure out a way to fit modern jet engines onto the 737’s aging airframe. When the MAX encounters problems, Boeing then ... Show More

35m 15s

Jan 2025

The Unraveling of Boeing | Blow Out | 4

With losses from the 737 Max scandal spiraling into the billions, Boeing’s new CEO Dave Calhoun is looking to bring the crisis to a swift end. But he’s about to face major headwinds. Headwinds that threaten to destroy the entire company.Be the first to know about Wonder ... Show More

35m 3s

Aug 2024

Boeing | Impact | 1

On October 29, 2018, Lion Air Flight 610 crashes just minutes after taking off from Jakarta, Indonesia, killing all 189 people on board. At first, the cause of the crash is a mystery, especially since the plane was a brand new Boeing 737 MAX 8. Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg sug ... Show More

38m 21s

Oct 2024

Concorde: Sonic Boom and Bust | The Crash | 4

At the turn of the century, a tragic accident leads Concorde to suffer a dramatic fall from grace. Listen to Business Movers on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlo ... Show More

36m 14s

May 2025

Virgin Territory: Richard Branson’s Business Beginnings | Flight Path | 4

Virgin Atlantic takes to the sky and upends the aviation industry, but the new venture also throws Richard Branson into battle with one of Britain’s biggest corporations.Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now ... Show More

34m 30s

Oct 2024

Concorde: Sonic Boom and Bust | Dr. Keith McLoughlin On The History and Future of Supersonic Passenger Flight | 5

Author Dr. Keith McLoughlin explores how Concorde changed history - and became history as the aviation industry evolved and supersonic passenger travel fell out of favor. Listen to Business Movers on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experienc ... Show More

48m 43s

Sep 2024

Concorde: Sonic Boom and Bust | Takeoff | 3

As the Concorde supersonic jet finally prepares to enter passenger service, economic and political forces conspire to keep it grounded.  Listen to Business Movers on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be ... Show More

39m 4s

Apr 2025

Virgin Territory: Richard Branson’s Business Beginnings | E for Export | 2

Virgin gets into the music business, but 20-year-old founder Richard Branson is caught in an illegal scheme that threatens the future of his fledgling business empire.Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at ... Show More

32m 11s

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

Apr 2025

Virgin Territory: Richard Branson’s Business Beginnings | Sowing the Seeds | 1

British teenager Richard Branson finds his true calling as an entrepreneur, but it doesn’t take him long to ruffle a few feathers.Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at <a href="https://wondery.fm/wonderyn ... Show More

33m 12s

The Unraveling of Boeing | The Crash | 1