360 networks
A telecommunications equipment manufacturer that built internet infrastructure but no longer exists.
3F Management
3F Management is a venture capital and business development firm founded by Derek Fay, involved in building and managing multiple brands.
492nd Fighter Squadron
The military squadron Nicole Malachowski was part of, the 492nd Fighter Squadron at RAF Lake and Heath
5AM Capital
5AM Capital, an investment firm that invests in monopolistic businesses with a long-term focus.
ABC
American television network and news division of ABC, producing the podcast and news coverage.
ABC News
American television news organization providing coverage and analysis.
Absolute Rest
A health and performance research organization that develops sleep technology and programs.
ACAST
ACAST is a podcast hosting and monetization platform mentioned in the context of partnerships.
a company that sold for nearly a billion dollars
Board of a company that sold for nearly a billion dollars.
Act III Holdings
Act III Holdings is an investment firm founded by Ron Shaich to support and build category-leading companies.
Adobe
Adobe, a software company known for creative and design tools.
ADP
ADP is a payroll processing and human resources management company.
a drone company
A drone company involved in Ukrainian drone warfare.
Aetna
Aetna, a health insurance provider in the United States.
air expeditionary wing
The wing Nicole Malachowski was part of, an air expeditionary wing at Seymour Johnson
Al-Kuwat Al-Shabaya
Palestinian armed group led by Yasser Abu Shabab, active in Gaza.
Ambulatory Surgical Centers of America
Ambulatory Surgical Centers of America, a healthcare services company.
AMD
American multinational technology company known for its semiconductor products and computing hardware.
Amedisys
Amedisys is a healthcare company providing home health and hospice care services.
American Airlines
American Airlines flight involved in a midair collision
American Arbitration Association
The American Arbitration Association, a company that provides arbitration services, monopolized in the industry.
American Ballet Theater
American Ballet Theater is a prestigious ballet company based in New York City, where Misty Copeland performed as a principal dancer.
American Bar Association
The American Bar Association is a professional organization for lawyers.
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
American political organization advocating for reproductive health and anti-abortion causes.
American Legion
The American Legion is a veterans' organization where Dennis Pegg was a chaplain and involved in community activities.
American Medical Association
American medical organization representing physicians specializing in obstetrics and gynecology.
American Transportation Research Institute
American transportation research organization providing data and insights on trucking industry.
Anduril Industries
Palmer Luckey is an American entrepreneur and founder of defense company Anduril Industries.
Angel Studios
Angel Studios, a film and entertainment company producing family-friendly content.
Apollo
American private equity and investment management firm, part of Apollo.
Appian
American company providing automation platforms for enterprise clients, focusing on AI and cloud services.
Arcana
A platform enabling portfolio management, risk analysis, and scenario testing for institutional investors managing trillions in assets.
Arthur Anderson
Arthur Anderson, a former accounting and consulting firm involved in major corporate scandals
ASML
A global technology company known for its semiconductor manufacturing equipment and lithography systems.
Asteroid mining companies
A company testing asteroid mining technology.
Asurion
Asurion, a global company providing device protection and insurance services, originally known as Road Rescue Inc.
Athene
American private equity and investment management firm, part of Apollo.
Athletic Brewing Company
A beverage company known for its non-alcoholic beers, with a significant share of the US market.
Atomic
Financial services company offering credit cards, banking, and financial products.
Au Bon Pain
Au Bon Pain is a bakery chain that Ron Shaich was involved with, which played a significant role in his business journey.
August Egg Company
Company that produces eggs, recalled due to salmonella outbreak, based in California.
Australasian Menopause Society
Australasian Menopause Society, a professional organization focused on menopause and women's health in Australia and New Zealand.
Axon
Axon is a company founded by Dhinakar Singh, focused on medical research and biotech innovations.
Bain Capital
Bain Capital is a private investment firm where Amanda Eisel was an operating partner.
Bandai Namco
A Japanese publisher and developer of video games, known for titles like Elden Ring.
Bankrate
Bankrate is a financial services company providing rate comparisons and financial advice.
Barkers
Barkers is a clothing retailer that has partnered with the podcast hosts for branding and apparel.
Barry's Bootcamp
Barry's Bootcamp is a fitness company offering high-intensity workout classes.
Basecamp
A company called Basecamp, a project management platform.
Bayer
Bayer is a pharmaceutical and agrochemical company that acquired Monsanto in 2018.