Get ready for a sordid tale of glamour, greed and unfulfilled promise – the rise and fall of Julie Meyer, the dotcom darling turned alleged debt dodger. This is the explosive story that's about to hit the airwaves in 'Think Like a Billionaire Part One', an investigative podcast that promises to leave you questioning everything.
The woman who once basked in the adoration of London's tech scene, flaunting her wealth and influence like a supermodel on a catwalk, is now facing a very different kind of scrutiny. Awarded an MBE for services to entrepreneurship, Meyer's glittering career was built on a reputation for business acumen and a network that seemed almost impenetrable.
But behind the scenes, a very different story is unfolding – one of unpaid wages, outstanding debts to suppliers and unresolved hotel bills. It's a picture that's as stark as it is shocking, and one that raises serious questions about the kind of person Meyer really was.
The investigation, led by journalist Olivia Lee and Juliette Garside from The Guardian's investigations team, has uncovered a trail of complaints from individuals who worked with Meyer. And at the heart of it all is a story that started in a London nightclub – where a luxury networking event promised to deliver yacht trips and gala dinners, but ended up delivering taxi drivers on strike and guests ejected from hotels.
Lee's initial investigation sparked a chain reaction, as she collaborated with Garside to delve deeper into Meyer's business practices and the various accusations made against her. The result is a podcast that promises to be a gripping narrative of the tech world – one that's full of twists and turns, but ultimately leaves you wanting more.
The series offers a detailed examination of the allegations, drawing on multiple sources and testimonies. It's a story that will leave you wondering how Meyer managed to spin her web of deceit for so long – and what ultimately led to her downfall.
So get ready to tune in as 'Think Like a Billionaire Part One' rolls out online, with details on specific streaming platforms to be announced soon. This is one story that's guaranteed to capture your attention, and leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the world of tech and entrepreneurship.