Books Ben Gilbert recommends

Ben Gilbert is the co-founder and co-host of the Acquired podcast, a top-ranked business and technology show known for deep-dive, long-form episodes on iconic companies and investors. He was previously a software engineer and venture capitalist, working at Microsoft on Office for iPad and at firms like Madrona and Pioneer Square Labs building and investing in startups. He is currently focused full-time on hosting and growing Acquired.

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The Animated Manby Michael Barrier
Learn how Disney elevated animation craft and storytelling standards.
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Walt Disney: An American Originalby Neal Gabler
Understand how Disney built the animation empire that set industry standards.
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The Art of Spending Money
Learn how to have honest money conversations with your family
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Last Man Standing: The Ascent of Jamie Dimon and JPMorgan Chaseby Dina Rabinovitch
Understand how one leader built the most powerful bank in modern history
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Secret Formula
Learn how Coca-Cola guarded its secret formula for over a century.
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The Secret Life of Groceriesby Benjamin Lorr
Understand how convenience retail and supply chains actually built America