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September 18, 2026

Costco

Acquired · Ben Gilbert & David Rosenthal · 2 hr 53 min

Why we chose this episode

The story of a company that grew enormous by refusing to squeeze its customers. A long lesson in patience and trust.

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Where are you trading long-term trust for a short-term gain?

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Who it’s for: Anyone who thinks good business and decency pull in opposite directions.

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