Episode Mentions
My First Million · May 13, 2026
How to manufacture a billionaire childhood
“Chemical company founded by Jim Ratcliffe in 1990; grew from $80M acquisition to $40B revenue, making Ratcliffe billionaire”
Childhood development and specialization during golden window (ages 8-18)User-generated content (UGC) and crowdsourced creative productionSocial commerce on TikTok and affiliate-based creator networks
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Fresh Air · Apr 1, 2026
An exposé of the plastic industry
“Major independent chemical company deeply interconnected with fossil fuel industry for raw materials”
Plastic Production Economics and Industry ExpansionFossil Fuel Industry Business Model DiversificationMicroplastics Health Effects and Bioaccumulation
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Global News Podcast · Apr 1, 2026
Trump: US to leave Iran in '2 or 3 weeks'
“British chemicals giant leading Green Sun Future, the EU's first large-scale offshore CO2 storage project in the North Sea”
Iran-US Military Conflict and Peace NegotiationsOil and Gas Price VolatilityUS-UK Diplomatic Relations
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Dec 12, 2025
New Lexus LFA is Disappointing. Ferrari Says No Manuals! Worst New Car on the Market?
“Grenadier Game Viewer variant being built in Botswana for safari market customization”
Toyota GR GT supercar development and pricing strategyMid-engine GR MR2 revival with turbo four-cylinder and manual transmissionLewis Hamilton Ferrari performance and F-44 project cancellation
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