We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network TIP383: Exposing Bad Companies w/ Edwin Dorsey
Oct 1, 2021
Trey Lockerbie chats with Edwin Dorsey, the investigative mind behind 'The Bear Cave,' renowned for exposing unethical corporate practices. They delve into practical tools for identifying suspicious companies and discuss Dorsey's impactful work, including the Care.com scandal. The conversation also covers the misleading practices of Root Insurance and the importance of consumer satisfaction metrics in evaluating corporate performance. Dorsey shares strategic insights on uncovering hidden value in stocks and emphasizes the critical role of leadership integrity in investment decisions.
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Care.com Exposé
- Edwin Dorsey exposed Care.com's negligence in background checks after a friend's concern.
- His investigation, including a fake Harvey Weinstein profile, led to resignations and company sale.
Using Pacer
- Use Pacer.gov to find lawsuits against companies, revealing potential patterns of misconduct.
- Combine this with other research methods to form a comprehensive picture.
FOIA Requests
- Leverage FOIA requests to access consumer complaints filed with government agencies like the FTC or state attorney generals.
- This reveals hidden problems, even with large companies.