Good Bad Business
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Podcast Overview
<p>Good Bad Business is a weekly business analysis podcast from apickle, the team that removes caveats from directors’ homes.<br><br>Each episode breaks down a real, everyday business so you do not get into a pickle owning one.<br><br>We use our M.O.A.T framework:<br>Margin. Operations. Advantage. TAM.<br><br>We answer the questions that matter:<br>Can this business do $1M in year one?<br>Is it profitable or just busy?<br>Does it have a real competitive advantage?<br><br>If you are a founder, operator, investor, or thinking about buying or starting a business, this podcast gives you clear, practical insight into what makes a business good, bad, or a future headache.<br><br>No fluff. Just real world business strategy, startup analysis, and small business breakdowns.<br><br>Because the wrong business will get you into a pickle.</p>
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Publishing Since
3/20/2026
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Recent Episodes
July 26, 2026
Why Groupon Lost… and Luxury Escapes Won
Why Groupon Lost… and Luxury Escapes Won What if the biggest mistake in business isn't charging too much but charging too little? Groupon changed the way the world discovered deals, turning a simple two-for-one pizza promotion into a company once valued highly enough to attract a reported US$6 billion takeover offer from Google. But while Groupon built a global discount empire, a new generation of businesses quietly built something far more valuable: trust, experiences and ecosystems. Peter a...
July 5, 2026
Why Petrol Stations Really Sell Coffee, Not Fuel
The $4 Million Business That Makes Almost Nothing on Fuel Most people think petrol stations make their money from petrol. They don't. Fuel gets you onto the forecourt. The real profits come from coffee, convenience, food, car washes and the everyday purchases you barely think about. It's one of Australia's biggest retail industries, and one of its most misunderstood. Peter and Rod unpack the business behind the bowser, revealing why a service station generating more than $4 million in annual ...
June 28, 2026
The Tool Company That Built a Billion-Dollar Finance Business
The Tool Company That Built a Billion-Dollar Finance Business Most people think Snap-on sells tools. They're wrong. Snap-on built one of the world's most successful businesses by selling something far more valuable: Relationships. Trust. And finance. For more than 100 years, the iconic white tool truck has been driving into workshops across the world, bringing premium tools directly to mechanics and allowing them to buy now and pay over time. It's a business model that's generated billions. B...
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- What is Good Bad Business?
<p>Good Bad Business is a weekly business analysis podcast from apickle, the team that removes caveats from directors’ homes.<br><br>Each episode breaks down a real, everyday business so you do not get into a pickle owning one.<br><br>We use our M.O.A.T framework:<br>Margin. Operations. Advantage. TAM.<br><br>We answer the questions that matter:<br>Can this business do $1M in year one?<br>Is it profitable or just busy?<br>Does it have a real competitive advantage?<br><br>If you are a founder, operator, investor, or thinking about buying or starting a business, this podcast gives you clear, practical insight into what makes a business good, bad, or a future headache.<br><br>No fluff. Just real world business strategy, startup analysis, and small business breakdowns.<br><br>Because the wrong business will get you into a pickle.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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