In this episode, Prof Wolff and Brian Becker delve into the reasons behind the concentration of nearly $1 trillion in wealth among just five individuals, contrasting this with the modest one-time awards or cash prizes typically received by inventors, scholars, and celebrated figures in various disciplines. They also explore how Jeff Bezos was able to run Amazon without turning a profit for nine years, a feat unattainable for most businesses, which struggle to survive beyond a few months without profit.
