Tim Harford is joined by Ben Walter, CEO of Chase for Business and the host of "The Unshakeables" podcast, to explore the story of the trailblazing Widow Clicquot. Her namesake brand Veuve Clicquot revolutionized the champagne industry in the 19th century. Tim and Ben look at how she defied expectations and built one of the most iconic businesses in history.  This episode is sponsored by Chase for Business. For a full list of sources, see the show notes at <a href="http://timharford.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://timharford.com&source=gmail&ust=1739462234099000&usg=AOvVaw1HlkN_KjIwRnN5o0JPMK_q">timharford.com</a>. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Tim Harford is joined by Ben Walter, CEO of Chase for Business and the host of "The Unshakeables" podcast, to explore the story of the trailblazing Widow Clicquot. Her namesake brand Veuve Clicquot revolutionized the champagne industry in the 19th century. Tim and Ben look at how she defied expectations and built one of the most iconic businesses in history. This episode is sponsored by Chase for Business. For a full list of sources, see the show notes at timharford.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Harford is joined by Ben Walter, CEO of Chase for Business and the host of "The Unshakeables" podcast, to explore the story of the trailblazing Widow Clicquot. Her namesake brand Veuve Clicquot revolutionized the champagne industry in the 19th century. Tim and Ben look at how she defied expectations and built one of the most iconic businesses in history.&nbsp; This episode is sponsored by Chase for Business. For a full list of sources, see the show notes at <a href="http://timharford.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">timharford.com</a>.&nbsp;See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Widow Who Disrupted Champagne (with Ben Walter)

The Unshakeables podcast from Chase for Business and iHeartMedia's Ruby Studio dives into the make-or-break moments that changed everything for small business owners. Those who stand firm in their resolve have a special name. We call them The Unshakeables. Join Ben Walter, CEO of Chase for Business, and a lineup of special cohosts as they speak with real small business owners across America. Hear real stories from real people behind the small businesses that power their communities every day. The Unshakeables is an award-winning podcast, having won Gold at the 2025 ANA B2 Awards in the Podcast and Industry Sector Spotlight categories.&nbsp;
The speakers&rsquo; opinions belong to them and may differ from opinions of&nbsp;J.P. Morgan Chase &amp; Co. and its affiliates. Views presented on this podcast are those of the speakers; they are as of the podcast release date and they may not materialize. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. &copy;2025 JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co.

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The Unshakeables podcast from Chase for Business and iHeartMedia's Ruby Studio dives into the make-or-break moments that changed everything for small business owners. Those who stand firm in their resolve have a special name. We call them The Unshakeables. Join Ben Walter, CEO of Chase for Business, and a lineup of special cohosts as they speak with real small business owners across America. Hear real stories from real people behind the small businesses that power their communities every day. The Unshakeables is an award-winning podcast, having won Gold at the 2025 ANA B2 Awards in the Podcast and Industry Sector Spotlight categories.  The speakers’ opinions belong to them and may differ from opinions of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. and its affiliates. Views presented on this podcast are those of the speakers; they are as of the podcast release date and they may not materialize. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. ©2025 JPMorgan Chase & Co.

The Unshakeables podcast from Chase for Business and iHeartMedia's Ruby Studio dives into the make-or-break moments that changed everything for small business owners. Those who stand firm in their resolve have a special name. We call them The Unshakeables. Join Ben Walter, CEO of Chase for Business, and a lineup of special cohosts as they speak with real small business owners across America. Hear real stories from real people behind the small businesses that power their communities every day. The Unshakeables is an award-winning podcast, having won Gold at the 2025 ANA B2 Awards in the Podcast and Industry Sector Spotlight categories.&nbsp;
The speakers’ opinions belong to them and may differ from opinions of&nbsp;J.P. Morgan Chase &amp; Co. and its affiliates. Views presented on this podcast are those of the speakers; they are as of the podcast release date and they may not materialize. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. ©2025 JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co.

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