When Silicon Valley power-player Anne Wojcicki sees gold in genetics, she forms 23andMe. She wants to bring genetic testing to the masses. But behind the hype and celebrity endorsements, can she build a company that’s selling more than just an expensive novelty product?
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Jun 2025
23andMe's Fatal Flaw | Guess Who’s Back | 3
<p>Just when it looked like 23andMe was selling to Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, founder Anne Wojcicki placed a bid through her new nonprofit in an attempt to win it back at the eleventh hour. Lila MacLellan, Senior Writer at Fortune, joins David to discuss Wojcicki’s leadership sty ... Show More
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Jun 2025
Rebuilding LEGO | A Burning Platform | 1
<p>It’s early 1997, and after decades of success, LEGO is rocked by a sudden collapse in its profit. To recover, the Danish toy manufacturer jacks up its innovation efforts. But can it deliver a company-saving idea in time?</p><p>Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcas ... Show More
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Sep 2024
Encore: Theranos | Startup | 1
<p>Elizabeth Holmes has an idea that could revolutionize medicine—and make her very rich. But first, she'll need to find investors and put together a company.</p><p><br></p><p>Need more American Scandal? With Wondery+, enjoy exclusive seasons, binge new seasons first, and listen ... Show More
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Dec 2024
Oprah's Empire | The Oprah Effect | 3
<p>Oprah launches her book club, fights off an entire industry of cattlemen - and becomes a billionaire in the process.</p><p><br></p><p>Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter</p ... Show More
32m 26s
Nov 2024
Oprah's Empire | Taking Control | 2
<p>As The Oprah Winfrey Show goes from strength to strength, Oprah Winfrey starts building her media empire by creating Harpo Productions. </p><p><br></p><p>Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wonder ... Show More
33m 17s
Jun 2025
The Woman Who Sold Babies | Sitting on a Goldmine | 3
<p>Georgia Tann turns her illegal adoption ring into a lucrative business, but questions start to be asked about the high number of children dying in Memphis.</p><p>Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at <a href="ht ... Show More
37m 31s
Apr 2025
Virgin Territory: Richard Branson’s Business Beginnings | Sowing the Seeds | 1
<p>British teenager Richard Branson finds his true calling as an entrepreneur, but it doesn’t take him long to ruffle a few feathers.</p><p>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
Oct 2024
Encore: Theranos | The Race to Publish | 3
<p>An investigative journalist looks into Theranos, and is shocked by his discoveries. Elizabeth Holmes tries to fend off the potentially devastating story.</p><p><br></p><p>Need more American Scandal? With Wondery+, enjoy exclusive seasons, binge new seasons first, and listen co ... Show More
40m 59s
Feb 2025
Pioneers and Rivals - Annie Turnbo Malone and Madam C.J. Walker | Crowning Achievements | 4
<p>With successful businesses and vast fortunes at their disposal, Black entrepreneurs Annie Malone and Sarah Walker turn their attention to their legacies.</p><p>Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wonde ... Show More
33m 16s
Apr 2025
Virgin Territory: Richard Branson’s Business Beginnings | E for Export | 2
<p>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.</p><p>Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at ... Show More
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