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The Predators' Ball

The Inside Story of Drexel Burnham and the Rise of the Junk Bond Raiders

Book • 1988

The Predators' Ball captures the essence of American business history in the 1980s, highlighting the role of Michael Milken at Drexel Burnham Lambert and the philosophy of greed that dominated Wall Street during that period.

The book explores the financial innovations and illegal activities that led to the downfall of Milken and Drexel Burnham Lambert, including insider trading and stock fraud charges.

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Mentioned in 2 episodes

Mentioned by

Meredith Lynch

as a book about the junk bond scandal of the 1980s.

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Mentioned by

Byrne Hobart

as a book he reread, offering insights into Michael Milken's career and the factors contributing to his success.

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Mentioned by

Kara Swisher

while discussing Michael Milken and Mark Zuckerberg.

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