In a recent interview conducted in a studio setting, Palikot, whose alcohol venture has already accumulated more than 300 million złoty in debt, spoke about his current situation and the prospects of his business. Dressed in a jacket featuring a marijuana leaf motif, the business figure presented a tense expression as he defended his company, insisting that a revival was within reach. He suggested that the first batches of whiskey could be ready at any moment and pitched a scenario where he would still be able to raise PLN 200 million to support roughly nine thousand backers who had lent or invested in the enterprise.
During the conversation, Palikot offered sharp criticisms toward various political figures, arguing that Zbigniew Ziobro’s health was being weaponized for political purposes and that questions about Kuba Wojewódzki’s sexual orientation had been misused. He also attributed part of the company’s downturn to the ruling party, asserting that Law and Justice bears responsibility for the crisis. He claimed that nothing had technically prevented the company from being admitted to a fair or market platform, yet financial institutions and funds had withheld support. He suggested that European funds were unavailable due to regulatory environments he believed were controlled by PiS.
As the interview progressed, Palikot questioned why his brand had not gained entry to the stock exchange. He expressed a hope that the political shift he anticipated would clarify whether there were any hidden interests behind the earlier obstacles to his business. He referenced unverified information about surveillance and asserted a desire to know who had blocked the fair entry and for what reasons, framing this as a matter of accountability for those responsible.
Palikot went on to name several leaders and officials as being responsible for what he described as aggressive interference with the company. He identified the head of the Polish Financial Supervisory Authority, the financial spokesperson, the Competition and Consumer Protection Authority, Prime Minister Morawiecki, and Deputy Minister Soboń as participants in the alleged campaign against his venture.
In the midst of a broader public discourse that includes liberal media coverage of a Pegasus-related controversy and calls for procedural investigations, Palikot’s push appears to be aimed at tapping into social sentiment and eliciting sympathy for his business project. Observers note that the moment invites commentary on how business and politics intersect, especially in a climate where public attention can shape regulatory and market outcomes. The situation has drawn attention from political commentators and analysts who weigh the implications for future policy and investor confidence. The public discourse continues to unfold as stakeholders seek clarity about the sequence of events, the roles of various institutions, and the ultimate direction for the company and its funding strategy. (citation: wPolityce)