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In this episode, we'll explore the 66 billion $ merger negotiations between Allergan and Actavis, and the hostile takeover attempt by Valeant.

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Alex brings a unique perspective to our analysis, harnessing the power of AI to deepen our conversation.

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In this episode, I'm trying something new. I'm joined by a special co-host, Alex, an advanced artificial intelligence known to many as Gemini.

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Let's dive into the conversation on the negotiations between Microsoft and LinkedIn.

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On February 19, 2014, Facebook announced a definitive agreement to acquire WhatsApp, for a total of $19 billion in cash and stock.

In this episode, we'll explore the key factors and the critical moments that shaped the negotiations between Facebook and WhatsApp.

Audio contributions are provided by:

Facebook buys WhatsApp: Inside the deal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPW51bHDIbM

Facebook’s Acquisition of WhatsApp & The Value of Strategic M&A

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxbPX3W03YA

Facebook WhatsApp deal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cT1Rjzs5Ul8

Zuckerberg defends Facebook's WhatsApp purchase

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqraLds7z7A&t=25s

Zuckerberg on WhatsApp acquisition

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgoctV4AcNw

Mark Zuckerberg: WhatsApp Worth More Than $19 Billion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgO7x-_HOKI

Mark Zuckerberg On The First Days Of Facebook

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-F3mCdP8t4

Zuckerberg shares painful moment in Facebook history

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y74cdtfl4Oo

What's Up WhatsApp? (Jan Koum, CEO at WhatsApp & David Rowan) | DLD14

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgAtBTpm6Xk

Facebook Celebrates 1Bn Users https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RERkIA0WGrc

WhatsApp Co-Founder to Leave Facebook https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFo3as42HfI

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On May 7, 1998, Daimler-Benz announced plans to merge with Chrysler in a 38 billion $ deal, the largest industrial merger in history.

In this episode, we'll explore the key factors and the critical moments that shaped the negotiations between Daimler-Benz and Chrysler.

Bibliography

Vlasic, B., & Stertz, B. A. (2001). Taken for a Ride: How Daimler-Benz Drove Off With Chrysler. Harper Paperbacks.

Main Audio contribution:

Special acknowledgment to Brian and Nick from Regular Car Reviews for their unique take on the Daimler-Chrysler merger. Their blend of insight and humor in the video History of the Chrysler / Mercedes Merger not only enriched this episode with valuable audio clips but also provided an unconventional and in-depth perspective on the merger.

Other audio contributions are provided by:

Daimler Chrysler Merger Press Conference from 1998...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfgrNYHyEkc

Germany Juergen Schremp new head of Daimler Benz AG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_A2uUfcO1Xk

Lee Iacocca Steps down
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHEbI0gm1ms

DaimlerChrysler merger lawsuit continues
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_bhM_1yVTY&t=470

Zetsche Daimler Chrysler deal made 'substantial' loss
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7ClQZHOUqM

Daimler Chrysler
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBE4HteOgAw&t=267s

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In January 2000, America Online announced the acquisition of Time Warner for 182 billion $ in an all-stock transaction.

In this episode, we'll explore how self-interest and hubris shaped the negotiations between AOL and Time Warner.



Bibliography

Klein, A. (2003). Stealing Time: Steve Case, Jerry Levin, and the Collapse of AOL Time Warner. Simon & Schuster.

Munk, N. (2009). Fools Rush In: Steve Case, Jerry Levin, and the Unmaking of AOL Time Warner. HarperCollins.

Audio contributions are provided by:

AOL & Time Warner marriage - TheDeal.com reports: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZYO2Xb2mmA&t=60s

PandoMonthly: Steve Case on the early days of AOL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INraCDiFNdI&t=2s

"The Third Wave" author Steve Case on failed AOL-TimeWarner merger; great idea, poor execution: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_bhM_1yVTY&t=470s

AOL-Time Warner Merger Architect on Mergers, Tech Bubbles and HuffPo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-B3_BX8F8I

AOL Time Warner Levin thank you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4A_XLqtZIeQ

AOL - Time Warner, The Most Destructive Merger In History: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuLuUyVPOCg&t=67s

Remembering AOL's acquisition of Time Warner on the merger's 20th anniversary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5tr9eiak7s&t=85s

Former Time Warner Chief Reveals What He Would Change: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuVC6lY-hz0

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In March 2016, Microsoft announced the acquisition of LinkedIn for $26.2 billion $ in cash.

In this episode, we explore the key factors and the critical moments that shaped the complex negotiations between the two companies and explain why LinkedIn opted for Microsoft over Salesforce.


Audio contributions are provided by:

Microsoft to Acquire LinkedIn for $26.2 Billion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9S6iI-7o38&t=22s

The David Rubenstein Show: Satya Nadella: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUl-a3GZznQ

Jeff Weiner Interviewed at Web 2.0 Summit 2010: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unnQOEuAG8o

Microsoft buys LinkedIn - Full Announcement - Satya Nadella & Jeff Weiner - June 13th 2016: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPY2sTt1dfI

LinkedIn's Jeff Weiner, Keynote Speaker | Wharton Undergraduate Graduation 2018: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMJ_UrMNyLY&t=535s

Watch CNBC's full interview with LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvEHRcJcrcM&t=159s

LinkedIn CEO on Microsoft acquisition, managing compassionately: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvgwB-EZGMk&t=81s

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In June 2008, India-based Tata Motors completed the acquisition of the two British icons, Jaguar and Land Rover, from Ford Motor Company for US$ 2.3 billion.

In this episode, we explore the key factors and the critical moments that shaped the negotiations between Tata and Ford and establish the crucial role played by the unions in meeting Ford's primary interest.

Audio contributions are provided by:

Ford sells Jaguar, Land Rover to Tata: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lE_xRJ8KmAE

Ford CEO Alan Mulally - Interview - Jay Leno's Garage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4aatqMxFnE

TIME Magazine Interviews: Alan Mulally: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HF53TSu4xAY

The Sun gets the treatment at the Labour conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZatq52abJw

Ratan N Tata in conversation at Stanford Graduate School of Business: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iovw-V_kD4

Bloomberg UTV Exclusive: Interview With Ratan Tata, Chairman, Tata Sons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOba7NJP6E4

Tata Motors buys Jaguar and Land Rover from Ford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHYRx06lD3k

Tata's Takeover of Jaguar and Land Rover: Bumpy Road Ahead? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8kSF_pv9uE

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