Fees, cheats and gotcha capitalism columnist bob sullivan covers internet scams and consumer fraud for, where he writes a column called. How hidden fees rip you off every dayand what you can do about it by bob sullivan. This opening piece reads like an extended, welledited edition of sullivans column, laying out in great. Download audiobooks narrated by bob sullivan to your device. Bob sullivan is an american online journalist, author and one of the founding members of. He offers an interesting peek behind the curtain at how credit card, phone, cable, hotels, banks and others rip us off. Ten years ago, bob sullivan published a surprise hit of a book about hidden fees and other corporate misbehaviors called gotcha capitalism. If youve ever found yourself in this position gotcha capitalism is a must read. Sullivan, author of the column, red tape confidential, is a master at finding hidden fees in every facet of our lives something he calls gotchas which im pretty sure he had before sarah. Today his work appears on s red tape chronicles blog. Its a hiddenfee jungle out there, and thankfully s bob sullivan is around to warn us.
How hidden fees rip you off every day and what you can do about it, explored the world of hidden fees, and how the death of the price tag threatens the very foundations of our market economy. Bob sullivan is an awardwinning journalist and author. Bob sullivan bob sullivan is the author of popular blog the red tape chronicles on, and a technology writer with a focus on technology crime and. The man im interviewing is the nicest boss i have ever had. Bob sullivan born 1968 in woodridge, new jersey is an american online journalist, author and one of the founding members of. Heres why we have a lawless gotcha capitalism economy. Gotcha capitalism, according to the book s author, bob sullivan, represents the latest evolution in capitalist business tactics designed to extract the most profits possible in the form of sneaky fees. Gotcha capitalism, according to the books author, bob sullivan, represents the latest evolution in capitalist business tactics designed to extract the most profits possible in the form of sneaky fees. Bob sullivan is a veteran journalist and the author of four books, including the 2008 new york times bestseller, gotcha capitalism, and the 2010 new york. Companies have spent years and billions of dollars conducting extensive research, learning just how to confuse you and take away your rights to a fair deal.
Jan 25, 2018 bob sullivan is a veteran journalist and the author of four books, including the 2008 new york times bestseller, gotcha capitalism, and the 2010 new york times best seller, stop getting ripped off. Bob sullivan, the writer of msnbcs red tape chronicles, takes on this topic in gotcha capitalism subtitled how hidden fees rip you off every day and. Ironclad cell phone contracts you cant get out of with a crowbar. If you want to know why gotcha capitalism persists so stubbornly in america that is. His latest, the plateau effect, was published in 20, and as a paperback, called getting unstuck in 2014. Bob sullivan is a veteran journalist and the author of four books, including the 2008 new york times bestseller, gotcha capitalism, and the 2010 new york times best seller, stop getting ripped off. Gotcha capitalism how hidden fees rip you off every day, and what you can do about it book. The author bob sullivan was interviewed on fresh air by terry gross and on marketplace by tess vigeland. He has won the society of professional journalists public service award, a peabody award. How hidden fees rip you off every day and what you can do about it by bob sullivan 2018, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Sullivan, author of the column, red tape confidential, is a master at finding hidden fees in every facet of our lives something he calls gotchas which im pretty sure he had before sarah palin. Bob sullivans stop getting ripped off is my favorite financial book ive. In honor of the occasion, i have rewritten the book and its now.
Bob sullivans gotcha capitalism how hidden fees rip you off every day, and what you can do about it is an easytofollow, comprehensive and handy guide to identifying extra fees and overcharges that consumers can sometimes successfully dispute. In gotcha capitalism, s red tape chronicles columnist bob sullivan exposes the ways were all cheated by big business, and teaches us how to get our money backproven. Getting from stuck to success, and gotcha capitalism. New york times bestselling author of gotcha capitalism and. Dec 18, 2008 bob sullivan coins it gotcha capitalism in his book, gotcha capitalism. Big bucks for insurance you dont need on a rental car or.
May 07, 20 bob sullivan bob sullivan is the author of popular blog the red tape chronicles on, and a technology writer with a focus on technology crime and consumer fraud. Chapter 1 shrouding, reverse competition, and other corporate tri. Bob sullivan coins it gotcha capitalism in his book, gotcha capitalism. This detached virtual world is every consumers reality right now. The last time he was here we discussed his book gotcha capitalism during this interview we discuss bobs latest book stop getting ripped off. And of course, it gives you a chance to buy the new version of my book, just reissued for 2018. His first book, your evil twin, was published in 2004 and was among the first to describe the digital crime of the 21st century. This book will show you how they do it, and then show you how to reclaim both your money and your rights. Bob sullivan audio books, best sellers, author bio. This book lacked any serious application or suggestions on how to break through.
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Gotcha capitalism by bob sullivan, 97803454963, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. How hidden fees rip you off every day and what you can do about it i need to start with a confession, a conflict of interest. During this interview we discuss bobs latest book stop getting ripped off. How hidden fees rip you off every dayand what you can. The gotcha capitalism conversation with radio legend bob. Cell phone contracts you cant get out of with a crowbar. The author bob sullivan was interviewed on fresh air by terry gross and on marketplace by tess vigeland this book is about the annoying fees and the disingenuous pricing and marketing schemes we face every day from many places. Tales of a wyoming cowboy by bob sullivan online at alibris. This site explains gotcha capitalism, offers some free content from the book, and some categoryspecific tips. Bob sullivan december 19, 2014 just the cost of doing business.
Independent journalist bob sullivan is the author of four books, including the 2008 new york times bestseller, gotcha capitalism, and the 2010 new york. This book is written by bob sullivan who is a columnist at msnbcs red tape chronicles. Every day we use banks, cell phones, and credit cards. In that book, bob focused mainly on how companies try to sneak surprise fees and costs into their products. Author of 5 books, nearly 20 years at consumer advocate. Gotcha capitalism king county library system overdrive. Its the 10th anniversary of gotcha capitalism, and what a wild ride its been.
For the past twelve years, he has covered computer crime and consumer affairs for. Gotcha capitalism goodreads meet your next favorite book. Written by msnbcs red tape chronicles columnist bob sullivan, it offers dozens of tips on how to avoidand, if necessary, protestthe maddening hidden charges and late fees that have become the norm in the american economy. How hidden fees rip you off every dayand what you can do about it, and more on.
Audible provides the highest quality audio and narration. Bob sullivan has been a reporter for nearly two decades. Jan 15, 2008 gotcha capitalism by bob sullivan, 97803454963, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Formerly, he was senior writer, technology correspondent and author of the popular blog. Jan 07, 2008 fees, cheats and gotcha capitalism columnist bob sullivan covers internet scams and consumer fraud for, where he writes a column called the red tape chronicles. Sullivan is the author of two new york times bestsellers entitled stop getting ripped off and gotcha capitalism. Ten years later, the gotchas are back bob sullivan. Feb 12, 2008 gotcha capitalism helps expose hidden fees. Ten years later, the gotchas are back and so is my. A lot has happened since then the housing bubble collapse, the great recession, lots of financial reforms, and now the rollback of most.
You can listen to the audio podcast of this post here 1. Sullivan is a bestselling author gotcha capitalism, and maccarone is an entrepreneur and bar owner who consulted on the launch of such companies as hulu and rent the runway. Bob sullivan books list of books by author bob sullivan. Columnist bob sullivan covers internet scams and consumer fraud for msnbc. Why consumers get screwed and how you can always get a fair deal. An interview with bob sullivan, a msnbc blogger, author of. Columnist bob sullivan covers internet scams and consumer fraud for, where he writes a. Gotcha capitalism helps expose hidden fees abc news. Whatever you call it, tacking on hidden fees is an. See all books authored by bob sullivan, including the plateau effect. How hidden fees rip you off every day and what you can do about it. We cant change the way airlines, cell phones, car rentals, or banks market their business with these gotcha tactics, but we dont have to do it their way.
The world of gotcha capitalism amazingly, the first thirty six pages of the book lay out the main idea of the book. How hidden fees rip you off every dayand what you can do about it. New york times bestselling author bob sullivan is known for his enormously popular blog the red tape chronicles for. This book is about the annoying fees and the disingenuous pricing and marketing schemes we face every day from many places. Dec 20, 2007 in gotcha capitalism, s red tape chronicles columnist bob sullivan exposes the ways were all cheated by big business, and teaches us how to get our money backproven. An interview with bob sullivan, a msnbc blogger, author of gotcha capitalism. Hes a veteran journalist and the author of five books, including the new york times bestsellers, gotcha capitalism and stop getting ripped off. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free. If you want to know why gotcha capitalism persists so stubbornly in america that is, corporations surviving on their ability to trick consumers i can explain it to you in four words. Above, youll see links to various product categories and my latest stories on how to avoid getting ripped off in each. Gotcha capitalism npr coverage of gotcha capitalism. Gotcha capitalism by bob sullivan overdrive rakuten.
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