Monopolies and Antitrust
This in-depth panel discussion dives into two of the most talked-about antitrust cases in recent history: the attempted Kroger-Albertsons grocery store merger and the federal case against Google’s search dominance. Featuring top legal minds like Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser and industry experts John Thorne and Logan Breed, the conversation explores how monopolistic behavior impacts everyday consumers — from your grocery bills to your internet searches. Please like, subscribe and click the bell icon above to get notifications when we post new videos! Join our mailing list to get advance info on our upcoming programs and to sign up for livestreams: https://signup.e2ma.net/signup/188764...
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The panel explains the background of antitrust law and how its enforcement helps preserve competition in markets that matter to all of us — including your local grocery store. You’ll learn why the FTC and three states filed lawsuits to stop the grocery merger and how the companies’ defense centered on competing with Walmart and Amazon. But when internal documents revealed price manipulation in areas without competition, the narrative shifted. We also explore the groundbreaking federal antitrust case against Google — a monopoly battle reminiscent of the Microsoft trial. With billions of dollars exchanged to maintain Google’s default status on smartphones, the panel unpacks how seemingly "free" products can harm consumers through exclusionary contracts and default bias. It's a must-watch if you're curious about the legal, ethical, and economic dimensions of corporate power in America.
