John Fredriksen: Tanker king

In this episode of "Good Bad Billionaire," Zing Tsjeng and Simon Jack delve into the life of John Fredriksen, a Norwegian shipping magnate who amassed a fortune of over $17 billion by transporting crude oil globally. The hosts trace Fredriksen's journey from his working-class roots to becoming a dominant figure in the shipping industry, highlighting his high-risk deals, including navigating war zones and controversial regions. They discuss his early ventures, setbacks, and eventual success in capitalizing on crises like the Yom Kippur War and the Iran-Iraq War. The hosts also explore Fredriksen's controversial business practices, brushes with the law, and his transformation into a responsible industry leader, ultimately evaluating whether he is a "good," "bad," or "just another billionaire."