144. The healthy, conscious capitalist, w/Whole Foods Market co-founder John Mackey

This podcast episode explores the origin story of Whole Foods, a natural foods grocer that has played a significant role in driving the mainstream availability and acceptance of healthy, organic food products. The episode discusses the challenges and successes faced by John Mackey, the founder of Whole Foods, and highlights his leadership strategy of conscious capitalism. It also delves into the company's growth, location selection strategy, and the transformative impact it has had on the grocery industry. The episode concludes with Mackey's decision to sell Whole Foods to Amazon and his new venture, Love Life, which aims to change the paradigm of wellness and healthcare.