National Instruments

So I work there, but I think it’s a great example of a small company that created products that helped enable all the electronics that we all depend on however…

RBS

How it grew so big and then had to bailed out and now is owned by NatWest

Advance auto parts

Advance auto parts is a one of the biggest auto parts stores in the United states. They had huge success and expanded quickly. They bought car quest and world PAC.and…

Hybe Labels

It’s a fascinating story about how a tiny company started off really small and didn’t see much success until they debuted the group BTS, and it led them to be…

TruGreen

I work for it. Plus the company is growing very strongly. As well as the extremely aggressive marketing. Topics such as the recent buyout of Scott’s lawn care and the…

Donkey Kong

In keeping with your “fad” theme, Donkey Kong is another early 80s fad that has a second life. I think I know how/why it became such a big deal in…

Fender vs Gibson

A confrontation between two of the most popular guitar manufacturers.

WII U

WII U doesn’t exist anymore

Liberty Safe

I feel like this would be a great topic for a “Rise & Fall” episode. They made some pretty nice safes when they first started in the mid 80’s and…