On this week's episode, host Alex reflects on the recent publishing of the British Sunday Times Rich List which included the Blackburn billionaires that rank a respective 32nd position.Alex covers the remarkable journey of the Issa brothers from purchasing their first petrol station in Bury for £150,000 to becoming billionaires worth £6 billion. Their entrepreneurial story demonstrates how two brothers from working-class Blackburn built an international business empire spanning 9 countries with nearly 6,000 sites and 44,000 employees. We also look into their involvements at ASDA and Euro Garages and what the future could look like.DISCLAIMER: Wolfe Power Club is not affiliated with the Sunday Times, Alex is just a massive fan!CREDITSThe Sunday Times Rich List 2025ASDA : Mohsin Issa interview : Denying rift with Zuber. Mohsin to step down & appoint new CEO. NEW (X Y - YouTube)Asda co-owner refuses to answer Scottish MP over watchdog's findings on fuel costs (Daily Record - YouTube)Season Two is in Partnership with The SpectatorTickets for the upcoming The Spectator Energy Summit, on Monday 30th November 2026, are available on sale. Use code: WPC50 for 50% off your purchaseIf you would like to partner with The Spectator Energy Summit, please contact Alex on LinkedIn or [email protected] Our SocialsWebsite: https://www.wolfepowerclub.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WolfePowerClubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wolfe-power-club/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wolfepowerclub/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wolfe.power.club Wolfe Power Club Production TeamFounder and Host: Alex WolfeDirector of Government Relations: Max AustinDesigner: Nick PelekanosEditor: Adam WoodwardSocial Media Manager: Bella Carter Recorded at Studio 55 - which has produced podcasts, including Breaking the Taboo with Theo Clarke and The ABTO Podcast

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