Season 2, Episode 8: T-Mobile / Sprint
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The Journey of Sprint: From Railroads to Mergers
This chapter chronicles the evolution of the Southern Pacific Communications Company and its transformation into Sprint, exploring its origins tied to the Southern Pacific railroad and long-distance telephone services. It delves into the complexities of Sprint's merger discussions with T-Mobile, regulatory challenges, and competitive dynamics within the telecommunications industry. Additionally, it examines Sprint's attempts at rebranding and investments, while questioning the implications of the potential merger on market competition.
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