Podcast · 246 episodes
Business Wars, page 3
by Audible · English
Netflix vs. HBO. Nike vs. Adidas. Business is war. Sometimes the prize is your wallet or your attention. Sometimes, it’s just the fun of beating the other guy. The outcome of these battles shapes what we buy and how we live. Business Wars gives you the unauthorized, real story of what drives these companies and their leaders, innovators, investors and executives to new heights -- or to ruin. Hosted by David Brown, former anchor of Marketplace. From Wondery, the network behind Against the Odds and American History Tellers. Audible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Business Wars ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app.
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Gatorade Sweats the Competition | Searching for a Solution | 1In this episode, "Gatorade Sweats the Competition," the origin story of Gatorade is explored, detailing its development at the University of Florida in 1965 by Dr. Robert Cade and his team.25 Feb 2026 · 44 min · 12 chapters
The Buy Now Pay Later Takeover | Fake Money | 3Adam Clark Estes, Senior Technology Correspondent for Vox19 Feb 2026 · 41 min · 17 chapters
The Buy Now Pay Later Takeover | Maxing Out | 2The Buy Now Pay Later Takeover | Maxing Out | 218 Feb 2026 · 41 min · 16 chapters
The Buy Now Pay Later Takeover | No Interest | 1Business Wars explores the intense, competitive landscape between companies such as Netflix vs. HBO and Nike vs. Adidas, unveiling the true stories of what drives these businesses and their leaders.11 Feb 2026 · 42 min · 14 chapters
CrowdStrike: All Systems Down | Digital Dominos | 2Analyzes the implications of a catastrophic software update by CrowdStrike that led to a global IT outage affecting numerous sectors.4 Feb 2026 · 35 min · 18 chapters
CrowdStrike: All Systems Down | Guarding the Cloud | 1A narrative exploration of corporate rivalries and their impacts on markets and consumers. Hosted by David Brown from Wondery.28 Jan 2026 · 37 min · 22 chapters
Waymo and the Rise of the Robotaxis | Driving Too Fast | 2Business Wars explores competitive dynamics between major companies. This episode focuses on the race between Waymo and Uber in the autonomous vehicle sector.21 Jan 2026 · 43 min · 23 chapters
Waymo and the Rise of the Robotaxis | Test Drive | 3In this episode, host David Brown shares his firsthand experience riding in a Waymo robotaxi in Austin, Texas.21 Jan 2026 · 39 min · 17 chapters
Waymo and the Rise of the Robotaxis | To Build a Driver | 1This episode explores the battle for dominance in the emerging autonomous vehicle industry, focusing on Waymo, Google's ambitious self-driving car initiative, and its competition against other tech…14 Jan 2026 · 51 min · 22 chapters
Beyond Meat vs Impossible Burger | We've Got Beef | 5Business Wars delves into the competitive dynamics between major companies, exploring their strategies, struggles, and market impact.8 Jan 2026 · 44 min · 21 chapters
ENCORE: Beyond Meat vs Impossible Burger | Beefing Up, Chowing Down | 3In this episode of Business Wars, the fierce competition between Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat takes center stage during the explosive rise of plant-based meats in 2019.7 Jan 2026 · 32 min · 16 chapters
ENCORE: Beyond Meat vs Impossible Burger | Flame Broiled | 2In this episode of *Business Wars*, the rivalry between Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods heats up as both companies strive to create the ultimate plant-based burger.31 Dec 2025 · 31 min · 14 chapters
ENCORE: Beyond Meat vs Impossible Burger | Pressure Cooker | 1Beyond Meat vs Impossible Burger | Pressure Cooker | 131 Dec 2025 · 39 min · 10 chapters
How Nvidia Owned A.I. | Once in a Lifetime | 2This episode of Business Wars dives into the journey of Nvidia, a company transitioning from video game graphics to becoming a powerhouse in artificial intelligence (AI).24 Dec 2025 · 43 min
How Nvidia Owned A.I. | Light Speed or Bust | 1This episode explores the rise of Nvidia from a barely surviving startup to a dominant force in the artificial intelligence market, largely through its innovative graphics processing units (GPUs).17 Dec 2025 · 44 min
The Many Deaths of Dungeons & Dragons | Game On | 3In this episode of Business Wars, host David Brown discusses the resurgence of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), a game that has transcended its niche origins to become a cultural phenomenon.11 Dec 2025 · 40 min
The Many Deaths of Dungeons & Dragons | A Kingdom Reborn | 2This episode of *Business Wars* dives deep into the tumultuous journey of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), particularly focusing on its publisher TSR during a period of severe financial distress.10 Dec 2025 · 39 min
The Many Deaths of Dungeons & Dragons | Wizards and Witch Hunts | 1The Many Deaths of Dungeons & Dragons3 Dec 2025 · 44 min
Listen Now: American Scandal | The West Memphis ThreeThe podcast explores significant battles between companies, shedding light on the motivations of their leaders and the impacts on consumers.1 Dec 2025 · 8 min
Ozempic Wars | The Next Injection | 2A behind-the-scenes look at corporate rivalries, exploring the intense battles between companies and how these rivalries shape the market and consumer behavior.26 Nov 2025 · 37 min
Ozempic Wars | The Hundred-Year Duel | 1Ozempic Wars | The Hundred-Year Duel | 119 Nov 2025 · 35 min
Gap's Revival | Better in Navy? | 3Business Wars explores the competitive dynamics between major companies and how these rivalries shape consumer choices and cultural trends.13 Nov 2025 · 40 min
Gap's Revival | Back in Blue | 2Business Wars dives deep into the competitive battles of well-known brands. This episode focuses on Gap and its new CEO, Richard Dickson, as he attempts to revive the brand's fading fortunes.12 Nov 2025 · 38 min
Listen Now: American History Tellers | The MayflowerBusiness Wars delivers an in-depth exploration of major corporate rivalries, detailing the dynamics that drive companies to innovate or fail.5 Nov 2025 · 4 min