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Steve Forbes On Achievement
Steve Forbes On Achievement presents inspirational stories and lessons from history's greatest innovators – many largely forgotten – whose accomplishments have shaped modern life.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Margaret Rudkin
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of Margaret Rudkin, the one-time housewife whose quest for healthier bread gave rise to baking giant Pepperidge Farm.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Thomas Cook
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of Thomas Cook, the temperance worker-turned-entrepreneur who made travel affordable for ordinary people.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Garrett Morgan
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of Garrett Morgan, inventor of the three-way traffic signal, and a safety hood for firefighters that became the prototype for the modern gas mask.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – David Sarnoff
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of radio and television pioneer David Sarnoff, who recognized the powerful potential of broadcasting to a mass audience.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Lena Malsin
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of immigrant dressmaker Lena Malsin, maternity and plus-sized fashion trailblazer who founded the Lane Bryant retail chain.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Norman Borlaug
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of farming innovator Norman Borlaug, developer of high-yield crops that saved millions from starvation.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – John H. Johnson
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of John H. Johnson, who recognized the need for magazines about African Americans.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Julia Morgan
In this episode, Steve Forbes explores the achievements of Julia Morgan, the pioneering female architect whose bold, innovative designs made buildings safer–and more beautiful.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Sir John James Cowperthwaite
In this episode, Steve Forbes recounts how Sir John James Cowperthwaite's free market policies brought prosperity to British-controlled Hong Kong.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Carroll Shelby
In this episode, Steve Forbes explores the life of Carroll Shelby, the former auto racer-turned-designer of affordable, high-performance sports cars.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Gertrude Whitney
In this episode, Steve Forbes delves into the life of Gertrude Whitney: brilliant sculptor, philanthropist and founder of New York's Whitney Museum.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Clarence Saunders
In this episode, Steve Forbes relates the life of Clarence Saunders, whose self-service supermarket Piggly Wiggly changed the way we shop.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – A.P. Giannini
In this episode, Steve Forbes delves into the life of A.P. Giannini, founder of the Bank of Italy, who pioneered consumer banking for the masses.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Annie Malone
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells of the woman who, before Oprah, and even before Madame C.J. Walker, created an empire...Annie Turnbo Malone.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Frank Woolworth
In this episode, Steve Forbes relates the story of how Frank Woolworth improved living standards by bringing low-priced goods to millions.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Fred Harvey
In this episode, Steve Forbes talks about hospitality pioneer Fred Harvey, who brought fine food and customer service to the American West.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – George Eastman
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of George Eastman, founder of Kodak, who made picture-taking easy and affordable.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Henry Kaiser
In this episode, Steve Forbes relates the life of Henry Kaiser, the mega-entrepreneur who founded over 100 companies and whose innovations helped win World War II.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Herbert Hoover
In this episode, Steve Forbes analyzes the life of Herbert Hoover: businessman, philanthropist, and president. Did he succeed with all three?
Steve Forbes On Achievement – J.R. Simplot
In this episode, Steve Forbes talks about the life of J.R. Simplot, a potato farmer and early investor in microchips.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Malcom McLean
In this episode, Steve Forbes explores the life of Malcom McLean, the innovator who transformed the world with container shipping.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Ruth Handler
In this episode, Steve Forbes relates the rise, fall, and comeback of Ruth Handler, the mother of the Barbie doll.