Akio Morita

How did Akio Morita's Sony boost Japan's economy?

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39 mins

Delve into the fascinating story of Akio Morita and Sony as they transform post-war Japan into a technological powerhouse through groundbreaking innovations like the transistor radio and Walkman.

Ep 1:

How Did World War II Drive Technological Ambition in the Young Akio Morita?

Ep 2:

How Did Akio Morita Saw an Opportunity in the Tech Industry Post World War II?

Ep 3:

How Did the Invention of the Transistor Inspire Akio Morita?

Ep 4:

How Did Akio Morita’s Sony Contribute in Boosting the Economy of Japan?

Ep 5:

What Inspired Sony’s CEO Akio Morita to Create New Products?

Ep 6:

Why Was Akio Morita’s Book Controversial for the Americans?

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Discussions (13)

Patricia

Level 3 · 10 mo ago

Imagine giving up a sake empire to make radios.

Peter

Level 7 · 10 mo ago

Morita teaming with that sex novelist turned nationalist Ishihara is wild. Had to scrub him from the US book to save face. Bet he regretted that bromance.

Basil

Level 2 · 10 mo ago

US fumbled the chip game

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