Episode

Ben Mezrich on The Social Network, 21, and Turning True Stories into Hollywood Hits

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America’s Book Club
Published
Jul 26, 2026
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3680
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Summary

Bestselling author Ben Mezrich joins David Rubenstein to discuss his writing career and the real-life stories behind several of his bestselling books, including Bringing Down the House and The Accidental Billionaires, which were adapted into the hit films 21 and The Social Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices