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Good Bad Billionaire

BBC World Service
Jay-Z
Michael Jordan
NR Narayana Murthy
Charles Koch
Koch Industries
Nike
Air Jordan
Sam Bankman-Fried
Bill Gates
Rockefeller Records
Roc Nation
Infosys
Taylor Swift
Politics
Chicago Bulls
Basketball
Cryptocurrency
FTX
Hov
Hustling

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.

Latest episodes: Luciano Benetton and Elon Musk.

In each episode of Good Bad Billionaire, BBC Business Editor Simon Jack and journalist and author Zing Tsjeng a... more

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Latest Episodes

Elon Musk’s extraordinary rise, from a troubled childhood in apartheid-era South Africa to becoming the first person to amass half a trillion dollars.

BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng chart Elon Musk's journey to becoming a... more

Luciano Benetton rose from poverty in postwar Italy to found a chain of 7,000 high street fashion stores and create some of the most controversial advertising campaigns in history, becoming a billionaire along the way. Journalist Zing Tsjeng and BBC ... more

From a childhood marked by abuse and trauma, Tyler Perry worked whatever jobs he could to fund his self-written and produced play for six years: sometimes performing to an audience of just one. But then success literally came calling for the future b... more

Lakshmi Mittal grew up in Kolkata, where he gained early experience in his father’s steel business before founding his own steel mill in Indonesia in his twenties. By adopting mini-mill technology and electric arc furnaces, Lakshmi Mittal produced st... more

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Recent Guests

Jack Ma
Founder of Alibaba and e-commerce pioneer
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Yvon Chouinard
Founder of Patagonia and environmental activist
Patagonia
Episode: Yvon Chouinard: A $3 billion giveaway
Whitney Wolfe Herd
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Episode: Whitney Wolfe Herd: Dating app entrepreneur
Sam Altman
CEO of OpenAI and notable technology entrepreneur
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Episode: Sam Altman: ChatGPT and the AI revolution
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
India's first self-made female billionaire and founder of Biocon
Biocon
Episode: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw: Beer, brewing and biotech
Sir James Arthur Ratcliffe
Founder and CEO of Ineos, sports enthusiast, part owner of Manchester United
Ineos
Episode: Sir Jim Ratcliffe: Man U mogul
Patrick Soon-Shiong
Surgeon, businessman, biotech billionaire
Episode: Patrick Soon-Shiong: Cures for cash
Michael Lewis
financial chronicler, author of Liar's Poker, Moneyball, and The Big Short
Episode: Sam Bankman-Fried with Michael Lewis

Hosts

Zing Tsjeng
Journalist, author, and podcaster with a keen interest in societal issues and cultural narratives.
Simon Jack
BBC's business editor known for insightful analysis of global economic issues and influential figures.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • There are no good billionaires

    Every billionaire represents the disenfranchisement of all working people. No matter how much they make a performance of altruism, they are still the symbol of the suffering of millions. Philanthropy is just an illusion meant to distract. And, yes, this includes the beloved Taylor Swift.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Littleworldcunningly
    United States13 days ago
  • a title

    So good!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vandetta_37
    United Statesa month ago
  • Amazingly spectacular 😆

    I am addicted to it love it so much. I usually listen to it for two hours a day. The hosts are great and really break down what happens - also I I’ve learned a lot about IPOs and share holders 😉.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I love share holders
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great Show

    Could you guys please make and episode about Elon musk though, it would be great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Great and the goat
    Australia2 months ago
  • There’s no such thing as a good billionaire

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ozlistener1
    Australia2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and informative analysis of billionaires, often highlighting the hosts' chemistry and diverse perspectives.
Overall, the podcasts encourage conversations about morality in wealth and the complexities of the individuals behind great fortunes.
There are requests for deeper research into the subjects and criticisms of American English usage in discussions.
Some find the premise provocative and thought-provoking, while others express concerns over bias in discussions.

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Sam Bankman-Fried with Michael Lewis
Q: How will he be remembered?
He’s gonna be remembered as a comic figure.
Sam Bankman-Fried with Michael Lewis
Q: What kind of impact did Sam Bankman-Fried have on philanthropy?
He crippled a philanthropic movement and made a mockery of effective altruism.
Sam Bankman-Fried with Michael Lewis
Q: How do you feel about billionaires?
Instinctively disapproving of that kind of inequality.
Sam Bankman-Fried with Michael Lewis
Q: Where would you put this story on the spectrum of financial drama?
It's the greatest financial drama ever.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Good Bad Billionaire

What is Good Bad Billionaire about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast investigates the diverse journeys and impacts of billionaires, assessing their wealth, influence, philanthropy, and controversies. Hosted by Simon Jack and Zing Tsjeng, episodes tell the stories of notable figures from various domains, including entertainment, technology, and retail, providing insights into their complex lives. Listeners are invited to evaluate whether these individuals are viewed as 'good', 'bad', or simply as billionaires, fostering engagement through audience contributions. Unique in its blend of informative storytelling and lighthearted evaluation, this podcast encourages critical thinking about wealth and its societal implications while highlighting both celebrated and controversial aspects of wealthy indiv... more

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2. Yvon Chouinard
3. Whitney Wolfe Herd
4. Sam Altman
5. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
6. Sir James Arthur Ratcliffe
7. Patrick Soon-Shiong
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