7 episodes
Mandatory: An MLive Podcast MLive.com
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5.0 • 22 Ratings
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MLive's Emily Lawler brings you a deep look into mandatory topics, from business dealings to politics and beyond.
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Americans don't trust each other and democracy hangs in the balance
In this special episode of Mandatory, we look at how a pretty mandatory part of the political process -- working across the aisle -- has broken down. Plus, what we learned reporting on this and a few ideas for fixes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Bonus episode: Part 5
After our initial four-part series, we heard from more business owners, as well as former Michigan attorney general Mike Cox. Emily Lawler has the update in this special bonus episode of Mandatory. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Part 4
So, are the Fata Brothers good actors, or bad ones? Is this a deceptive business model, or a legitimate and innovative one? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Part 3
How did the Fata brothers first find themselves at odds with the Michigan attorney general? And why haven't they been deterred by persistent legal trouble? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Part 2
Who are the Fata brothers? And what is it like to work for one of their companies? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Part 1
Thousands of people across the United States have been targeted with mailers from a series of companies owned by the Fata brothers. But what exactly are they trying to sell? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Customer Reviews
Captivating and informative
I wasn’t familiar with the Fata brothers prior to stumbling upon Mandatory, but I found Emily’s storytelling captivating and informative. A useful listen for every business owner in Michigan.
Great Investigative Journalism from MLive
Having worked for many food manufacturers in the state of Michigan, I’ve come across these mailers year after year, as they try to squeeze every dollar out of small businesses and large corporations alike. Emily Lawler‘s investigative journalism provides a fascinating journey into the Fata brothers and their business practices, as well as the long history of states legal action. This podcast dives deep into the mystery and unravels the fabric that keeps the Fata brothers businesses operating to this day.
Good new show
Listened to episode 1 and can’t wait for the rest of the season.