Companies

American Can Company

Mentioned in 3 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

Episode Mentions

Acquired

Acquired · May 18, 2026

Vanguard

Bogle's grandfather co-founded this company; later became Primerica and part of Citigroup

Index fund creation and innovationMutual ownership corporate structureFee compression in asset management
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Fresh Air

Fresh Air · Apr 1, 2026

An exposé of the plastic industry

Early member of Keep America Beautiful organization to promote throwaway culture

Plastic Production Economics and Industry ExpansionFossil Fuel Industry Business Model DiversificationMicroplastics Health Effects and Bioaccumulation
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Sleepy History

Sleepy History · Jan 18, 2026

Nabisco

Trust created by W.H. Moore; example of his consolidation work before forming New York Biscuit Company

Packaging Innovation and Consumer TrustBrand Consolidation and Trust FormationCompetitive Product Knockoffs and IP Protection
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