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Jan 2019
1h 9m

Bonobos: Andy Dunn

Guy Raz | Wondery
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When Andy Dunn was in business school, his housemate Brian Spaly created a new type of men's pants: stylish, tailored trousers that fit well in both the hips and thighs. Together, they started the men's clothing company Bonobos, which became an instant hit due to the pants' signature flair and innovative e-commerce experience. But within a few years, Andy hi ... Show More
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