"Good Bad Billionaire" explores the life and career of Diane Hendricks, the richest self-made woman in America, who built her fortune through ABC Supply, a roofing supply distributor. The hosts, Zing Tsjeng and Simon Jack, delve into Hendricks' early life on a Wisconsin dairy farm, her early struggles as a teenage mother, and her eventual success in real estate and roofing supplies with her husband, Ken. The podcast details the growth of ABC Supply, the challenges they faced during economic recessions, and Diane's role in the company's expansion after Ken's death. It also touches on her political donations and influence, particularly within the Republican Party, and her efforts to revitalize her hometown of Beloit, Wisconsin. The hosts conclude by evaluating Hendricks across categories like wealth, philanthropy, controversy, power, and legacy, inviting listeners to share their opinions on whether she is a "good," "bad," or "just another" billionaire.
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