Acquired

Acquired

Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal

6 episodes

Episodes

The Walt Disney Company
Jun 22, 2026 · 4h 31m
Hosts Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal explore the Walt Disney Company’s origins, focusing on Walt’s early failures in Kansas City and his move to Hollywood.
Vanguard
May 18, 2026 · 3h 48m
In this Acquired episode, hosts Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal explore the history of Vanguard and its founder, Jack Bogle.
Ferrari
Apr 13, 2026 · 3h 59m
Hosts Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal explore Ferrari’s paradoxical success as a low-volume, high-value luxury brand.
Formula 1
Mar 2, 2026 · 4h 29m
Hosts Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal explore the business history of Formula One, tracing its evolution from a dangerous, fragmented post-war hobby to a lucrative global enterprise.
The NFL
Jan 27, 2026 · 4h 17m
Hosts Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal present a remastered episode on the NFL’s business history, updated with insights on streaming, gambling, and private equity.
Rolex
Jan 3, 2026 · 4h 59m
Hosts Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal explore the history of Rolex, tracing its origins from Hans Wilsdorf’s orphaned childhood in Bavaria to his move to London.
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