

Our Best Of: The Man Who Broke Capitalism: How Jack Welch Gutted the Heartland and Crushed the Soul of Corporate America—and How to Undo His Legacy
Mar 28, 2023
NY time journalist David Gelles explores the negative legacy of Jack Welch's leadership at General Electric. Topics include the impact on CEOs and corporations, Welch's upbringing, his attempt to rewrite his legacy, and reflections on his qualities and inability to recognize negative externalities. The podcast also discusses the changing ethos in corporate America towards conscious capitalism, stakeholder capitalism, and hopes for a more sustainable future.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
The Legacy of Jack Welch
04:38 • 13min
Jack Welch: Upbringing and Influence on Leadership
17:23 • 31min
Jack Welch's Attempt to Rewrite His Legacy
48:21 • 2min
Examining the Legacy and Impact of a Notorious CEO on Corporate America
50:02 • 5min
Reflections on Jack Welch's Qualities and Inability to Recognize Negative Externalities
54:46 • 6min
Looking Towards the Future: Hope in the Face of Capitalism's Impact
01:00:29 • 5min