How a geek changed the world
It took two years of negotiation for the BBC's Fiona Bruce to get some face time with Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates. In this rare interview, Bruce gains insights into both the man and the icon-genius, business magnate, philanthropist, and one of th...
The world’s greatest moneymaker: Warren Buffett
“Invest, don’t speculate.” “Only deal in things you can understand.” “Be greedy when others are fearful and fearful when others are greedy.” These are three of the maxims of Warren Buffett—the modern Midas who, with a net worth in th...
The Chewing Gum War: A Case Study in Market Share
Cadbury Schweppes, Britain’s biggest confectioner, has ventured into the chewing gum market—taking on the might of Wrigley’s, the long-time global industry leader. This program examines Cadbury’s multipronged product launch and Wrigley’s c...
eBay: managing success
This program presents the history of Internet phenom eBay; discusses the Web site's feedback system, the key to its unprecedented success; and examines the devastating impact eBay has had on antique and collectible shops. The program also exposes tw...
School's Out!
Makoko is a shantytown on the edge of Lagos, the largest city in West Africa. Space is precious, so Makoko stretches out into the lagoon, where many of the houses are built on stilts. Average income in Makoko is about fifty dollars a month. In Niger...
School's Out! (Bonus Interview)
(This title contains the DVD bonus/additional content that was available along with the main title) Makoko is a shantytown on the edge of Lagos, the largest city in West Africa. Space is precious, so Makoko stretches out into the lagoon, where many ...