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Episode 1: Pixar

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Ben and David discuss Disney's acquisition of Pixar in 2006. Was it a success? If so, what are the criteria that made it work? What lessons can be learned for other acquisitions in the future?
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Monsters University

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including Monsters University.

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Cars

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including Cars in 2006.

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Ratatouille

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including Ratatouille.

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Toy Story 3

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including Toy Story 3.

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Inside Out

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including Inside Out.

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WALL-E

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including WALL-E.

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Cars 2

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including Cars 2.

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Cars 3

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including Cars 3.

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Brave

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including Brave.

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Up

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Disney Pixar has released several films since the acquisition, including Up.