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171: Walmart: From American dream to American NIGHTMARE

2025/5/28
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This chapter explores the journey of Walmart from its humble beginnings with founder Sam Walton to its rise as the biggest company in the world. It details Sam's early life, his entrepreneurial spirit, and the innovative strategies that led to Walmart's success, including low prices and strategic store locations.
  • Sam Walton's early life and struggles
  • Walmart's initial success with low prices
  • Expansion across the country and global growth
  • Walmart's impact on American shopping habits
  • Sam Walton's death and the company's continued growth

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Hi friends, happy Wednesday! 

Do you guys remember that movie “Where the Heart Is?” It’s all about this girl who secretly moves into the store without anyone noticing, then she gives birth in the mattress department… and again, no one notices… It stars Natalie Portman, it’s great. 

When I was a kid and I saw this movie, it was 100% believable to me. I mean when I think of Walmart, I think of this ridiculously HUGE store with everything you could possibly need. 

I’m talking late night tampon runs, trashbags, nail polish removers, hot Cheetos and cream cheese… if you know you know. I honestly don’t even remember a time in my life when Walmart didn’t exist. 

Millions of Americans depend on their low prices just to get by in this economy. Walmart is a savior to some people. 

Others believe it’s the reason millions of Americans are in debt. I know… plot twist. Whatever you believe… Walmart is the biggest company in the world and everyone has an opinion on it. 

So of course I had to get the tea for us. Welcome to the Dark History of WALMART!

I appreciate you for coming by, and tune in next week for more Dark History.

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This podcast is Executive Produced by: Bailey Sarian & Kevin Grosch and Joey Scavuzzo from Made In Network Head Writer: Allyson Philobos Writer: Katie Burris Additional Writing: Jessica Charles Research provided by: Coleen Smith Special thank you to our Historical Consultant: Charles Fishman - Journalist and author of “The Wal-Mart Effect” and “One Giant Leap”. Director: Brian Jaggers Additional Editing: Julien Perez and Maria Norris Post Supervisor: Kelly Hardin  Production Management: Ross Woodruff Hair: Angel Gonzalez Makeup: Nikki La Rose