EPISODE · Apr 2, 2024 · 1H 20M
The Sackler Family Part Two- Moon Germ Mouthwash
from Yeet the Rich · host Emily Walsh and Daniel Moss
In this episode we follow Aurthur Sackler in his quest to earn class through the purchase of art and museum exhibits. Spoiler alert it doesn't work that well and he leaves a couple failed marriages and disappointed children in his wake.We also start talking about the second generation taking power inside the family company and how they found new and shadier ways to make money off. We finish with the development of Oxycontin and the looming tragedy to come. Enjoy!Sources: “Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty" By Patrick Radden Keef(2021)"Dopesick: Dealers,Doctors, and the Drug Company that Addicted America By Beth Macy(2018)"Dreamland: The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic By Sam Quinones(2016)Follow the podcast @yeettherichpodFollow Emily @thefunnywalshFollow Danny @dmoss315Send us a text! Let us know what topics you want us to cover!
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In this episode we follow Aurthur Sackler in his quest to earn class through the purchase of art and museum exhibits. Spoiler alert it doesn't work that well and he leaves a couple failed marriages and disappointed children in his wake. We also start talking about the second generation taking power inside the family company and how they found new and shadier ways to make money off. We finish with the development of Oxycontin and the looming tragedy to come. Enjoy! Sources: “Empire of ...
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