Everyone has an obsession. For David Rosenthal and Ben Gilbert, the hosts of Acquired, that obsession is dissecting the origin stories of the world’s biggest companies. From household names (Nike, Costco) to international brands (IKEA, Rolex) to of-the-moment sensations (Bitcoin, TikTok), the show covers entrepreneurial success with both enthusiasm and passion. Through well-researched storytelling, Rosenthal and Gilbert present information for a business- and technology-minded person in an exceptional format, giving each company its own narrative journey.

You can find some of our favorite episodes below.