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Steve Forbes On Achievement

Join Steve Forbes, Forbes Media chairman and CEO, as he shares the stories of history’s greatest innovators and entrepreneurs—many of whom are largely forgotten today. From groundbreaking inventions to game-changing leadership, this collection highlights the accomplishments of those who shaped modern life through vision, determination, and resilience.

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Short, right-to-the-point videos.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Annie Malone
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells of the woman who, before Oprah, and even before Madame C.J. Walker, created an empire...Annie Turnbo Malone.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – A.P. Giannini
In this episode, Steve Forbes delves into the life of A.P. Giannini, founder of the Bank of Italy, who pioneered consumer banking for the masses.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Carroll Shelby
In this episode, Steve Forbes explores the life of Carroll Shelby, the former auto racer-turned-designer of affordable, high-performance sports cars.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Clarence Saunders
In this episode, Steve Forbes relates the life of Clarence Saunders, whose self-service supermarket Piggly Wiggly changed the way we shop.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – David Sarnoff
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of radio and television pioneer David Sarnoff, who recognized the powerful potential of broadcasting to a mass audience.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Frank Woolworth
In this episode, Steve Forbes relates the story of how Frank Woolworth improved living standards by bringing low-priced goods to millions.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Fred Harvey
In this episode, Steve Forbes talks about hospitality pioneer Fred Harvey, who brought fine food and customer service to the American West.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Garrett Morgan
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of Garrett Morgan, inventor of the three-way traffic signal, and a safety hood for firefighters that became the prototype for the modern gas mask.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – George Eastman
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of George Eastman, founder of Kodak, who made picture-taking easy and affordable.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Gertrude Whitney
In this episode, Steve Forbes delves into the life of Gertrude Whitney: brilliant sculptor, philanthropist and founder of New York's Whitney Museum.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Henry Kaiser
In this episode, Steve Forbes relates the life of Henry Kaiser, the mega-entrepreneur who founded over 100 companies and whose innovations helped win World War II.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Herbert Hoover
In this episode, Steve Forbes analyzes the life of Herbert Hoover: businessman, philanthropist, and president. Did he succeed with all three?
Steve Forbes On Achievement – John H. Johnson
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of John H. Johnson, who recognized the need for magazines about African Americans.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Julia Morgan
In this episode, Steve Forbes explores the achievements of Julia Morgan, the pioneering female architect whose bold, innovative designs made buildings safer–and more beautiful.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – J.R. Simplot
In this episode, Steve Forbes talks about the life of J.R. Simplot, a potato farmer and early investor in microchips.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Lena Malsin
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of immigrant dressmaker Lena Malsin, maternity and plus-sized fashion trailblazer who founded the Lane Bryant retail chain.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Malcom McLean
In this episode, Steve Forbes explores the life of Malcom McLean, the innovator who transformed the world with container shipping.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Margaret Rudkin
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of Margaret Rudkin, the one-time housewife whose quest for healthier bread gave rise to baking giant Pepperidge Farm.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Norman Borlaug
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of farming innovator Norman Borlaug, developer of high-yield crops that saved millions from starvation.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Ruth Handler
In this episode, Steve Forbes relates the rise, fall, and comeback of Ruth Handler, the mother of the Barbie doll.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Sir John James Cowperthwaite
In this episode, Steve Forbes recounts how Sir John James Cowperthwaite's free market policies brought prosperity to British-controlled Hong Kong.
Steve Forbes On Achievement – Thomas Cook
In this episode, Steve Forbes tells the story of Thomas Cook, the temperance worker-turned-entrepreneur who made travel affordable for ordinary people.