Navigated to Andrew Carnegie (Part 2)

Andrew Carnegie (Part 2)

Dec 12, 2025
51 mins

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Episode Description

Andrew Carnegie names his price. J.P. Morgan accepts. In a single moment, a poor Scottish immigrant becomes the richest man in the world. But that is just the beginning of Andrew Carnegie's story.


00:00 The Historic Deal: Carnegie and Morgan

02:50 Introduction to Part Two: Carnegie's Early Success

08:00 Navigating Recessions and Strategic Acquisitions

14:28 Labor Relations and Strikes

22:32 Carnegie's Reputation and Industry Dominance

30:39 Carnegie's Philanthropic Beginnings

31:45 The Sale to JP Morgan and US Steel Formation

40:54 Carnegie's Efforts for Peace and Anti-Colonialism

45:39 The Impact of World War I on Carnegie

47:33 Key Takeaways from Carnegie's Life

50:50 Conclusion

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Sources:

Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie⁠

Andrew Carnegie by David Nasaw

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