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#37 The Fish That Ate The Whale: The Life and Times of America's Banana King

Sep 9, 2018 · 1h 21m
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  • Samuel Zemurray built a banana empire through bold risk-taking and unconventional business tactics in early 20th century America
  • His story shows how an outsider can challenge established monopolies through aggressive expansion and strategic acquisitions
  • Zemurray's rise from modest beginnings to controlling a massive agricultural empire demonstrates entrepreneurial ambition and execution

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