Oprah's Empire | Taking Control | 2

This episode of Business Movers explores Oprah Winfrey's transition from a successful talk show host to a media mogul. It highlights her decision to form Harpo Productions in 1986, gaining control over her show and creative content. Oprah's early struggles as a businesswoman are examined, including the controversial "white supremacists" episode and the short-lived TV series "Brewster Place." The episode further details Oprah's reliance on advisor Jeff Jacobs, her strategic negotiation with ABC and King World Productions to own her show, and her purchase of a Chicago studio. It also covers the tabloid scandal involving her half-sister and Oprah's subsequent focus on self-help content, leading to increased audience connection and financial success.