
How did the richest people on the planet make their billions? Find out with the Good Bad Billionaire podcast - now with a chance for you to have your say. Make up your minds whether you think they are good, bad or just another billionaire.
In each episode of Good Bad Billionaire, BBC Business Editor Simon Jack and journalist and author Zing Tsjeng analyse the lives of the super-rich, and try to un... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 77 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusinessSociety & CultureDocumentary | |||

Norwegian shipping magnate John Fredriksen once owned the world’s largest fleet of oil tankers. He made billions shipping goods round the globe and was unafraid of high-risk deals. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng explain how... more
Snapchat co-founder Evan Spiegel dropped out of Stanford Business School when the disappearing messages app made him a millionaire. Four years later, he was named the world’s youngest billionaire at 25. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Z... more
How Tatyana Kim went from working as an English teacher to running Russia’s largest online retailer, Wildberries, and being Russia’s richest woman.
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How bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger went from Mr Universe to all-action cinematic superstar and billionaire investor.
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Could you guys please make and episode about Elon musk though, it would be great
Would love to hear a proper discussion about whether it is even possible to be a good/ethical billionaire. We’re living in a time when people mindlessly idolise such parasites and exploiters and wealth-hoarders, whilst demonising migrants, refugees, poor people etc. As another reviewer said, the whole premise of this show is weird and dubious, and kind of grotesque, though I still enjoy listening to it. Please discuss this! And thanks for the show anyway.
Interesting stories - great format!
The show’s premise is interesting. The hosts have good chemistry and the picks for billionaires aren't always obvious which is nice.
A lot of the facts are well researched but there could be more detail about the nitty gritty so people can have a better understanding of the businesses that are run, the purpose of giving to charity in the US, etc.
Informative and interesting point of view to explore a range of human interest subjects such as culture, history, society, finance, psychology, and psychopathology(?). Looking forward to future podcasts.
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Exploring the lives and legacies of some of the world's wealthiest individuals, this podcast analyzes how billionaires amassed their fortunes and assesses the ethical implications of their wealth. The hosts cover a wide range of personalities—from contemporary icons like Selena Gomez and Jeff Bezos to historical figures like John D. Rockefeller and Henry Ford. Each episode invites listeners to evaluate the complexities of wealth, philanthropy, and business ethics, framing these discussions within the context of societal impact and personal narratives. Unique in its approach, the show not only focuses on financial success but also encourages listeners to ponder whether these figures are ultimately 'good', 'bad', or simply part of an elite cl... more
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