Join RadBill and Money Mic as they venture into Fred Koch's rise to power and the upbringing of the Koch brothers. Like our stuff? Please be sure to subscribe! Below are our sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f9EXYLkkJTjXGP1RYKtbzxK-imXyytLkgtjuMv8VYWs/edit?usp=sharing Any requests? Did we get anything wrong? Drop us a line at: Profitvspeeps@gmail.com Alternatively, come say hello on our subreddit! https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/...
Feb 20, 2024•35 min
We have big stuff in the pipeline! In the meantime, please enjoy this exploration of the absurd decisions that landed Martha Stewart in jail. Here are our sources: https://www.britannica.com/place/Robben-Island https://www.britannica.com/biography/Nelson-Mandela/Incarceration https://www.axios.com/2023/02/27/cia-capture-nelson-mandela https://www.businessinsider.com/martha-stewart-shows-off-nativity-set-she-made-inprison-2021-12 Here is our email: profitvspeeps@gmail.com And here is our Subreddi...
Feb 07, 2024•24 min
Check it out! We're looking back on our fist year of Podcasting. We ditched the script for this one and we're deciding who are the worst offenders for each letter of CRUTCHES. We're also saying congratulations to our least guilty profiteer and reflecting on the marks left by by those who are most guilty. Our sources for this episode are our other episodes Did we get something wrong? Have a profiteer you would like to suggest? Drop us a line on our subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvs...
Jan 24, 2024•39 min
Welcome back to our series on Adam Neumann. Join us as things get even dumber at WeWork and on WallStreet and listen along as one man squanders more than $10 Billion. Here are our sources, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have trouble viewing: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nj6PTda1YGEnIN14kx3xE23eGrhoMUhoinR3pYFs4mA/edit?usp=sharing Here is our subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/ Want to chat? drop us a line at profitvspeeps@gmail.com...
Jan 11, 2024•57 min
Join us for our series on Adam Neumann! We're exploring Adam, how he raised money and how venture capitalists pick their winners Here are our sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1z6faKcjNo0fCdmEFiSCnGM5hBbOjOKJ2bjZv8-Pcw2w/edit?usp=sharing Have a request or an idea for a new episode? Drop us a line! Profitvspeeps@gmail.com Alternatively, check us out on Reddit! https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/...
Dec 20, 2023•28 min
Rounding this one out for our mysterious Kiwi listener. This episode is focused pretty heavily on Nick Mowbray, the middle of the trio. Join us as we explore who Nick is, according to Nick, according to our sources, and according to the people he has attempted to bully. Our sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SxTIxAHUi7rgfIsp533rww72LQkaO3P2s5xS4BkOmIE/edit?usp=sharing Zuru Products https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XJms_lPCfaxgp9_eG3C8b5Sf8ZJdYgDbR65noNtNsZ0/edit?usp=sharing Have que...
Dec 06, 2023•36 min
Join us for $Mic's first side episode! We're diving into the causes, events and outcomes of the deadliest Industrial disaster in history Sources: They're coming, give us a minute! Have questions or thoughts for a future episode? Drop us a line on reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/ Alternatively, you're always welcome to shoot us an email: profitvspeeps@gmail.com
Nov 21, 2023•23 min
Hello everyone! This one is a listener request from New Zealand. Money and Rad took a stab at recording in the same room as well and hope you enjoy as we investigate some of the wealthiest people in New Zealand! Please like, comment and Subscribe! Here are our sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ULaqI4RZe25VP4cWTv8mEoPqxlfDOIIRCGj0zOyKut4/edit?usp=sharing Check us out on reddit! https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/ If you want to say hi, or have questions, notes or a request,...
Nov 08, 2023•43 min
Grant Cardone is certainly more fame than game, but his antics are stupid and bad, so we decided he needed an episode. You've seen him on Youtube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and ... the other ones. Is the final boss of used car salesmen just out to sell us another lemon? Join us as we investigate! Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oRoc58WLqnSxcaYrFJBVTJJ4cWjBaq3_8MOS_Q013FM/edit?usp=sharing Check us out on youtube! Have any questions? Shoot us a message on our subreddit! https://www...
Oct 26, 2023•51 min
Oh, hey, $ Mic is back! Also, we're exploring Sam Altman, who founded Open AI with Elon Musk and now runs the company on his own. Please be sure to like, comment and subscribe! Question or thoughts? Drop us a line at profitvspeeps@gmail.com! Alternatively, you could also check out our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/new/ Here are our sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SOxexCDhbo-7TNC5vFKmrW6-M9-l4owNfTYrqBo3l20/edit?usp=sharing...
Oct 04, 2023•40 min
Another philosophy episode! In this one, we dive into the implications and results of the elite trying to save the rest of us and the thinking behind this aspiration. Did we get anything wrong? Wanna say hi? Check out our subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/new/ Alternatively, shoot us an email! profitvspeeps@gmail.com Sources https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ThK-u2-pEkZ_PyCxZkfFEHC7Lfy-ncnko5UfZuQz8kk/edit?usp=sharing...
Sep 19, 2023•31 min
In the past 5 years, someone has told you that things are actually great and have urged you to look at how far we've come. In this short episode we dive into the writings of Steven Pinker (one of the loudest voices from the "actually, everything is great" camp) to illustrate that you aren't crazy. Things are tough right now. Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bkDnMhe5V_96bpXvqiPSY0sqD1ts71F9XvusoZvBego/edit?usp=sharing
Sep 06, 2023•21 min
This is the conclusion to our series on Elon. We will likely provide periodic updates going forward because Elon is ridiculous. We hope you like it! Please check out our subreddit! https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/ Also, did we get something wrong? Have ideas for a future episode? Want to just say hi? Feel free to write us! profitvspeeps@gmail.com Here are our sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lRk3ie8sBKF4dN6gf1Hh0oIWPC7WF_Y1f5h8Y36Q85I/edit?usp=sharing We want to, once ...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Here is Elon Part 2! One more to go. Don't forget to like and subscribe! Also, check out our subreddit if you're in to that sort of thing: https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/ Thanks again to the wonderful users of the subreddits: r/EnoughMuskSpam and r/realtesla. Hope we're making you proud so far! Here are our sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1539RfIphUvAtS5RAs_23IjAC3CLhK0O02-WIDvCX5aM/edit?usp=sharing...
Aug 02, 2023•46 min
Thank you again to our #1 fan in LA, Kat for the request! Important note: This will either be a 2 or 3 part series, and there are some pieces that we haven't yet covered, which we intend to cover in part 2 or 3. That being said, please don't hesitate to reach out if we got something wrong or if you feel like we may have missed something! profitvspeeps@gmail.com Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14Nt_wBOe1JLdwsIftGuGr5LFme1cF_okULlW0IBGa5Y/edit?usp=sharing Here is the link to our gristl...
Jul 18, 2023•45 min
Join Rad Bill and $ Mic as they dive into the life and times of one of Africa's richest men, Aliko Dangote Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HiCSxwQWftX4yfMBBp7B0NoypvgSZYDGwsPtKa2_DY4/edit?usp=sharing Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/
Jul 04, 2023•55 min
Is Kevin O'Leary any good? Is a cold, calculated, and bristly demeanor a key to success? Join Rad and Money this week as they dive into the shark tank to find out! Sources https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zXa6hEn2iDc8iF3B6v-h_5KukDitApuTXherM2Qg8u8/edit?usp=sharing Did we get anything wrong? Have a topic idea for us? drop us a line at profitvspeeps@gmail.com
Jun 20, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 13
We're making our way back to normal programming, but this is another shorty. There is more on this topic in the sources below. https://www.businessinsider.com/companies-software-legal-tricks-subscriptions-customers-money-pay-death-ownership-2023-5 https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2021/10/ftc-ramp-enforcement-against-illegal-dark-patterns-trick-or-trap-consumers-subscriptions https://www.engadget.com/subscription-lifestyle-192719694.html https://www.theverge.com/2022/7/12/23204...
Jun 07, 2023•27 min•Ep. 12
Things happen really fast after you get hurt at work. In this special episode, Rad Bill and Money Mic are joined by Jordan Howell to discuss what you should do, what you should avoid and what your employer might try in order to pay you less. Jordan Howell is a Workplace Injury Attorney with Saltz Mongeluzzi Barrett & Bendesky. Here is a link to Jordan's bio and contact info. https://www.smbb.com/attorney/jordan-howell/ As mentioned in the episode, we did our best to ask questions that apply ...
May 25, 2023•55 min•Ep. 11
On this episode, we seek to (quickly) answer the question: Should you listen to a thing Dave Ramsey says? Here is our subreddit, give us a follow! https://www.reddit.com/r/profiteersvsthepeople/ Here are our sources https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AcDK990MJ6WyulMb8kmzraw9X5B-ZSy0DyxPQnloNaQ/edit?usp=sharing Did we get anything wrong? Let us know!
May 02, 2023•29 min
Welcome to our special edition late night episode! Come get Naughty with your hosts, Rad Bill and Money Mic as they take a journey through the life and times of Hugh Hefner. Will Hugh come out on CRUTCHES? Was he the Original Andrew Tate? Only one way to find out. Sources https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Dsfh1GYeDVC4U7vsqsGhEqco4hHExIA187K1K_iBbbI/edit?usp=sharing Did Radbill or Money Mic get something wrong? Let us know! We will make the required correction and thank you for the info. Below ...
Apr 18, 2023•56 min
Running counter to the tired jokes about French weakness, the French get what they want from their government WAY more often than their American counterparts. In this episode, we will do our best to determine how, why, and what Americans can do to be more like the French! No profiteers or crutches in this one! C'est un épisode por la gen (don't look it up, we were trying to say "This is an episode for the people" and probably got it wrong). Sources https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZTfN8rnr2rp...
Apr 04, 2023•41 min
*For the love of god, nothing in this episode is investment advice In this one, we dive in to what Sam Bankman Fried did to quickly make and eliminate his fortune. Did we get anything wrong? Probably! Please let us know in the comments or feel free to email profitvspeeps@gmail.com Below is a link to our sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eIRnF4QcjSDgDNtHEsrZalMurxX7SvLmz6CeRuSjKTE/edit?usp=sharing...
Mar 21, 2023•57 min
In this episode, RadBill and MoneyMic explore the life and endeavors of Bill Gates and seek to answer the question: Can one of the richest also be one of the goodest? Quick Note: We aren't lawyers and we discuss a recent court case in this one! If you want more information on the case involving the Congo, below is an article on the trial and thoughts from the Experts. We have additional relevant sources in our source list: https://www.business-humanrights.org/en/latest-news/oral-argument-in-doe-...
Feb 28, 2023•1 hr 14 min
This is our first Micro Episode! Join Rad Bill as he briefly dives into the life and the controversy surrounding Robert Kiyosaki, the writer of Rich Dad Poor Dad. Also if you're reading this, please drop a "Thanks Mystery!" To our wonderful research assistant, Mystery. Did we get anything wrong? Please don't hesitate to notify us at profitvspeeps@gmail.com Below are our sources: https://topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/lawsuit-news/rich-dad-education-scam-class-action-lawsuit/ https://lea...
Feb 16, 2023•9 min
Coco Chanel changed women's fashion forever and was the richest woman in the world, but was she any good? Join Rad Bill and Money Mic as they mispronounce French words and introduce a fashion icon to the PR Torture test. Sources https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HM0u4PauMK528ILQ3eqyGPDRbc-SV1J96mOeLr1xo7o/edit?usp=sharing Did we get something wrong? Email us at profitvspeeps@gmail.com, we will admit our mistake and call you some mean names. If you include a selfie, we will spend a few minutes ...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 4
This is the Story of Jack Owoc! *Trigger warning: we'll be discussing disparaging comments directed towards those with mental disabilities* Did we get anything wrong? Please feel free to let us know by emailing the correct info to profitvspeeps@gmail.com. We will thank you in an upcoming episode, announce the correction and roast your ass. We aren't journalists but we do seek to provide honest and accurate accounts of the people we cover. Thank you so much for listening and please give our other...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, we use the film "The Wolf of Wall Street" as a framework to discuss the life and impact of Jordan Belfort without the the mystique and celebration of the wealth he accrued, and shift our focus to the victims of his crimes. https://www.investopedia.com/investing/who-is-jordan-belfort/ https://www.classaction.org/news/wolf-of-wall-street-jordan-belfort-hit-with-class-action-over-alleged-spam-texts https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/wall-street-crime-and-punishment-jor...
Jan 10, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 1
