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BBC Audio | The Documentary Podcast | Inheritance: Fiat

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November 03, 2026 • 01:54 AM
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Can Italy’s “uncrowned kings” unite to keep control of their dynasty?

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Gianni Agnelli is the head of the family that controls Fiat, and the vast business empire beyond the carmaker that helped shape modern Italy. Charming, charismatic and powerful, he's regarded by many as Italy’s unofficial king, and his family de facto royalty. When he dies the country is plunged into mourning and fear for its economic future. But Gianni’s death also triggers an inheritance dispute that will shake his family to its core.

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