Squawk Pod
1,282 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★ - 450 ratingsSquawk Pod is a daily, guided curation of the top moments and takeaways from CNBC’s flagship morning show, “Squawk Box”, anchored by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Each day, the podcast includes news making interviews, perspective and analysis from iconic guest hosts, and slices of debate and discussion—from the heated to the hilarious— all wrapped with exclusive context and color from Senior Producer Katie Kramer.
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What to Follow: Work Trends & U.S. Capital Abroad 8/08/23
August 08, 2023 16:01 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBThe Biden administration is set to look more closely at U.S. investments going abroad; Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-New Jersey) explains why some American businesses and investors are starting to view China as a risky investment, and why increased scrutiny on outbound capital flows could retain America’s competitive edge. New York Post reporter Lydia Moynihan breaks down the workplace trends on social media, from “lazy girl jobs” to “loud quitting.” Plus, AB Inbev is unloading some of its beverage...
American Industry, Tech Titans, & a Gloomy Day for Yellow 8/07/23
August 07, 2023 16:06 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBA week into Twitter’s rebranding as X, Semafor business and finance editor Liz Hoffman discusses Elon Musk’s vision for the company, including his hopes of a superapp with financial integrations. President Biden is heading on a trip through the western United States to highlight clean energy manufacturing jobs and the Inflation Reduction Act. President and CEO of the National Association of Manufacturers discusses the efforts to keep the U.S. competitive and the industry criticism of manufac...
Squawk Pod Reports: Blackstone’s Steve Schwarzman 8/04/23
August 04, 2023 18:16 - 25 minutes - 23 MBBlackstone CEO Steve Schwarzman sits down with Becky Quick in a conversation only available in its entirety on Squawk Pod. The private equity giant discusses politics, China, and the global economy. As head of a firm with $1 trillion under management and as a previously important donor for the Republican Party, Schwarzman weighs in on the U.S. economy, and the current state of Washington. In a wide-ranging conversation, he discusses AI and market opportunities in the future. In this epi...
Putting Money to Work with Mario Gabelli, & Travel Trends with Booking Holdings 8/04/23
August 04, 2023 16:38 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBAfter a blowout third quarter report, Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel discusses travel trends for Americans and posits why US travelers are looking to Europe for summer vacations. Wrapping up the busiest week of corporate earnings, billionaire value investor Mario Gabelli explains which companies he’s watching for money-making opportunities. He discusses the Fitch downgrade of US debt, the future of linear TV, and deal-making appetite into 2024 and beyond. Plus, the Labor Department has rel...
The American Debt Dilemma with Joe Manchin 8/03/23
August 03, 2023 16:51 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBThe markets are shrugging off the Fitch downgrade of the U.S. long term credit. Business titans like JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon told CNBC that America’s credit is sound, and Warren Buffett told CNBC that he isn’t worried either; he’s not slowing down his purchases of Treasury bills. Senator Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) responds to the downgrade and to those comments from Buffett and Dimon, and suggests that there’s something lawmakers could learn from the decision, about responsible fis...
The U.S., Downgraded, the CFTC Mining for Crypto Clarity, & All-You-Can-Fly at Frontier 8/02/23
August 02, 2023 16:19 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBFitch Ratings has downgraded the United States’ long-term credit rating from AAA to AA+. CNBC DC correspondent Emily Wilkins explains the downgrade and what it means for America’s standing in the global markets. Former President Donald Trump has been indicted on four federal felony charges centering around his alleged efforts to discount legitimate votes and discredit the 2020 election. CNBC Eamon Javers explains the criminal charges, the historical significance and the next steps for Americ...
Uber’s Milestone & Social Media’s Anti-Hate Report Card 8/01/23
August 01, 2023 16:26 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBUber reported a milestone in its second-quarter results: its first operating profit. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi comments on this big news, plus Uber’s first quarter of free cash flow over $1 billion and its outlook for Q3. He also discusses competing with Lyft, rising prices for passengers, and ambitions of building a “super app.” Jonathan Greenblatt, Anti-Defamation League CEO, discusses the ADL’s new report card that grades social media platforms on how well they protect users from online hate ...
Disney’s Main Characters & AI’s Presence in Health Care 7/31/23
July 31, 2023 16:07 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBAnother big box office weekend, in the books. Puck founder and entertainment journalist Matt Belloni recaps the latest ‘Barbenheimer’ hype, strikes in Hollywood, and Disney’s most recent disappointment. Belloni also discusses his latest scoop: Disney CEO Bob Iger has brought in two former heirs apparent, for consultation on the company’s next chapter. AI is breaking into health care. Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb considers whether AI-powered bots could take on some of a doctor’s...
Exxon Mobil’s CEO & Twitter vs. X vs. Threads 7/28/23
July 28, 2023 16:36 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBIn a CNBC exclusive interview, Exxon Mobil chairman and CEO Darren Woods discusses the company’s quarterly earnings results, which posted an earnings miss but a beat on revenue, rest of the year outlook, and how oil giants fit into the sustainability agenda.Rich Greenfield, LightShed Partners co-founder, discusses Elon Musk’s Twitter rebrand, whether it’s the right gamble financially, and the state of Meta’s Threads app. Plus, Intel’s executives discussed AI on the company’s quarterly confer...
Betting on Barbie with Mattel CEO & A Congressional Stock Ban with Sens. Hawley & Gillibrand 7/27/23
July 27, 2023 17:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBIt’s Barbie’s world and we’re just living in it. Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz emphasizes the power of the brand, the doll, and the movie-prompted cultural phenomenon. Kreiz discusses the company’s quarterly results and the connection between $162 million at the box office and Mattel’s bottom line. In a bipartisan push, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) and Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) is aiming to ban Congressional stock trading. The unlikely duo discusses why a ban is necessary and simple, and why exce...
Tech Earnings Begin: Recaps, Ads, & AI 7/26/23
July 26, 2023 16:01 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBIt’s a big tech earnings week; Microsoft, Alphabet, and Snap, have reported quarterly financials that beat estimates but elicited mixed reactions among investors. CNBC’s Steve Kovach recaps the results so far, and he weighs in on Amazon’s latest run-in with global regulators. Snap’s stock plunged after reporting its Q2 results; the company issued a weaker-than-expected forecast for next quarter, and investors are disappointed. CNBC contributor and Big Technology founder Alex Kantrowitz expla...
Putting ChatGPT to the Test & Explaining “X” 7/25/23
July 25, 2023 16:35 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBHarvard student and blogger Maya Bodnick put ChatGPT to the test, literally. She explains her experiment using the AI to write essays for her professors, including which grades the technology earned. One of her own professors, former CEA chairman Jason Furman, discusses how he’s choosing to change his class and his essay requirements, in the wake of Bodnick’s experiment. Ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate announcement, Furman also shares his perspective on inflation and another hik...
Bye, Bye, (Twitter) Birdie & Weekend Viewing: Soccer Goals & Box Office Booms 7/24/23
July 24, 2023 16:42 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB“Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” both blew past expectations for their opening weekend in theaters. Variety Executive Editor Brent Lang discusses the box office blowout and the Hollywood strikes that could stall any other big openings for months. The Women’s World Cup garnered millions of weekend views too, as did Lionel Messi in his Major League Soccer debut in Miami. Bruin Capital CEO and sports business executive George Pyne says, it’s America’s moment with a different “football.” Plus, CNBC’s ...
‘Barbenheimer’ Begins 7/21/23
July 21, 2023 17:09 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB“Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” are here! Paul Dergarabedian, Comscore senior media analyst, previews the box office double feature sparking memes, merch, and unprecedented hype. He shares his expectations from both films in what could be Hollywood’s most anticipated opening weekend of the year. Head of US Telecom Jonathan Spalter discusses the fallout from The Wall Street Journal’s investigation into decades-old lead-clad cables from AT&T and other carriers potentially contaminating public space...
The Lead Cable Selloff & Restricting Chip Sales to China 7/20/23
July 20, 2023 15:17 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBAT&T's legacy telephone network may have nearly 200,000 miles of lead-covered cables, according to an estimate by AT&T submitted in a court filing. Tom Neltner, Environmental Defense Fund senior director of safer chemicals, discusses the latest in the toxic lead cable investigation, the exposure fallout for telecom companies, the harmful effects of lead exposure, and more. Executives from top U.S. semiconductor companies are raising their concerns about the Biden administration’s attempts to...
FTC & DOJ Trustbusting, & Lead-Wrapped Cables in Lake Tahoe 7/19/23
July 19, 2023 16:32 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBThe Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice have released new merger guidelines. Despite recent legal setbacks, the regulators are forging ahead on their vision for antitrust policy in the U.S. Department of Justice Assistant Attorney General for the Antitrust Division Jonathan Kanter explains his vision for antitrust regulation. Plus, AT&T has responded to a report on its lead-wrapped cables in Lake Tahoe, and famed authors are taking issue with AI. In this episode: And...
BlackRock’s New Board Member & Ben McKenzie, a Bitcoin Bear 7/18/23
July 18, 2023 16:39 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBBlackRock has named Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser to its board, a surprise move the company says will give it ‘a unique perspective’ on key issues. Jeff Sonnenfeld, Yale School of Management senior associate dean for leadership studies, discusses the decision and its impact on BlackRock’s ESG goals. ‘The OC’ actor and ‘Easy Money’ author Ben McKenzie explains his bitcoin pessimism, highlighting the risks and norms within the crypto industry. Plus, Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway has dumped...
Hollywood’s Drama & Twitter’s Balance Sheet 7/17/23
July 17, 2023 16:13 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBElon Musk has revealed that Twitter is still cash flow negative. Musk’s biographer, famed author Walter Isaacson offers his insight into the Tesla chief after spending the past three years studying him up close, for his latest book. Isaacson explains Musk’s love for Twitter, his engineering expertise, and what he calls the Musk’s “demon mode.” Wheat prices are popping, Threads usership is waning, and actors are striking. But the SAG-AFTRA drama isn’t dampening the action at the summer box of...
Threads & AI with Gary Vee, & Airline Pressures with Pete Buttigieg 7/14/23
July 14, 2023 16:07 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBInternet entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk is on Threads–and Twitter, and YouTube. A media marketing expert, Gary Vee weighs in on Meta’s newest social media project and what’s to blame for toxic content across the internet. He considers the impact of AI on the labor force and explains his optimism about technology. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg discusses recent flight delays and cancellations across the country, as well as national infrastructure and his own efforts to curb inflation t...
FTC’s Lina Khan Heads to the Hill & #BarbieCore 7/13/23
July 13, 2023 16:49 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBA federal judge rejected the Federal Trade Commission’s effort to block Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, another blow to chair Lina Khan’s agenda for the regulator. House Judiciary Committee Chair Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) shares his concerns about the agency’s efforts and discusses the questions he’ll be asking Khan when she sits before the committee today. Plus, recent economic and jobs data suggest a slowing labor market and cooling inflation, Pepsi and Delta are kicking off...
Squawk Pod Reports: Disney CEO Bob Iger 7/13/23
July 13, 2023 14:05 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBIn this exclusive interview, Squawk on the Street's David Faber spoke with Disney CEO Bob Iger from Sun Valley, ID. They discussed the state of the company, Iger’ retirement and contract extension, business growth opportunities, and more. In this episode: Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk David Faber, @davidfaber Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
Inflation Breakdown, Microsoft’s Victory over FTC & Weight-Loss Drug Probe 7/12/23
July 12, 2023 17:33 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBInflation rose just 0.2% in June, less than expected as consumers get a break from price increases. CNBC’s Rick Santelli and Mike Santoli were joined by Manhattan Institute’s Allison Schrager and Economist Betsey Stevenson to help break down June's CPI data. A federal judge in San Francisco has denied the FTC’s motion to stop Microsoft from completing its acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Jamillia Ferris, former DOJ & FCC antitrust official and partner at Freshfields’ antitrust, competitio...
Oil Needs Investors and Billionaire Stock Sales 7/11/23
July 11, 2023 16:52 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBOil supply cuts by top exporters Saudi Arabia and Russia for August helped to lift benchmark prices, which were also supported by the U.S. dollar hitting a two-month low. Jeff Currie, Goldman Sachs global head of commodities research, discusses the state of the global energy market, why investors aren’t embracing the latest oil rally, and more. America's billionaires are cashing out and CNBC’s Robert Frank has an inside look at the executives unloading stock amid the recent market rally. Plu...
AI Avalanche, NYC Congestion Tax & Twitter Unravels 7/10/23
July 10, 2023 15:33 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBCompetitive pressure is propelling industries into the future with artificial intelligence. Alan Patricof, Primetime Partners chairperson and co-founder, discusses the state of the A.I. boom and why he thinks it’s a potential accident waiting to happen. Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) discusses New York City’s congestion tax, the financial impact on commuters from New Jersey, and more. User traffic on Twitter has slowed since the launch of Meta’s text-based platform Threads, which has already ...
Following the Thread: Twitter’s Legal Threat, An Alzheimer’s Drug Approval, & AI in the Workforce 7/07/23
July 07, 2023 16:50 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBTwitter is now accusing Facebook parent Meta of “systematic” and “unlawful misappropriation” of trade secrets following the launch of its Threads service. Max Tani, Semafor media reporter, discusses the lawsuit against Meta and why some users are unhappy with Twitter. June’s jobs report is here! The U.S. labor market might be cooling, but the Fed is likely still on track for another hike in July. In other workforce headlines, a report from Goldman Sachs suggests that AI could displace 300 mi...
Big Tips & New Threads 7/06/23
July 06, 2023 16:27 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBMeta has officially debuted its Twitter-like messaging app “Threads,” which the company is pitching as Instagram’s “text-based conversation app.” Just sixteen hours after launch, the social network had surpassed 30 million signups. Joanna Stern, Wall Street Journal senior personal technology columnist, discusses the launch of Threads and the challenge it poses to Twitter. 30% of Americans think tipping culture is “out of control,” according to a new survey. Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andre...
Social Media Politics with Walter Isaacson 7/05/23
July 05, 2023 16:27 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBA U.S. federal judge has restricted some government agencies and officials from communicating with social media companies to discuss content. Twitter has implemented usage limits on its platform, and Meta has announced Threads, a Twitter competitor available through Instagram. Writer Walter Isaacson, currently in the middle of biographing Elon Musk, discusses the role of social media in politics, Elon Musk’s role in news and democracy, and Musk’s leadership, both at Twitter and at Tesla. Plu...
Holiday Weekend Travel, IPO Market Openings, & an LGBTQ+ Community’s Golden Years 7/3/23
July 03, 2023 16:31 - 35 minutes - 33 MBAs thousands of holiday weekend travelers faced flight delays and cancellations, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby boarded a private jet to keep his schedule on track. After facing backlash from frustrated passengers, he’s issued an apology. Hollywood SAG-AFTRA actors are in contract negotiations, temporarily postponing a potential strike. Plus, CNBC’s Phil LeBeau reports, Tesla has over delivered this quarter, and AI-generated fake news has placed SEC Chair Gary Gensler in the headlines. As w...
TikTok Lawsuits, Intern Paydays, & IPO, or No? 6/30/23
June 30, 2023 16:29 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBGrimace and his purple McDonald’s milkshake have gone viral on TikTok, and New York Times reporter Sapna Maheshwari discusses all the TikTok headlines, including the TikTok-funded lawsuit from users in Montana, railing against the state’s recent ban. Some of Wall Street’s interns are getting paid as much as $150 an hour, this summer. New York Post reporter Lydia Moynihan says it's part of finance’s pitch to young talent, when competing with less lucrative, but more fun tech jobs. Plus, as th...
Holiday Weekend Headaches & LGBTQ+ Allyship in Corporate America 6/29/23
June 29, 2023 16:54 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBAs July 4th weekend kicks off, air travelers are faced with flight delays and cancellations across the country. CNBC’s Phil LeBeau reports on flight disruptions from the Denver airport during the busiest travel week since before the pandemic. Former FAA Acting Administrator Billy Nolen discusses the issues leading to so many disruptions, including staffing, weather, and visibility. Rounding out Pride Month, GLAAD President Sarah Kate Ellis discusses LGBTQ+ allyship among American companies, ...
DoorDash Delivers App Changes & Paul Ryan Speaks on Bidenomics 6/28/23
June 28, 2023 17:01 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBPresident Joe Biden will tout his economic agenda in remarks today as he campaigns for a second term. The president’s plan, which the White House dubbed “Bidenomics,” aims to “move beyond” the “trickle down” economic theory that it says disproportionately benefits the wealthy and big corporations. Former House Speaker Paul Ryan discusses the state of the U.S. economy, whether ‘Bidenomics’ is working, and the Fed’s inflation fight. DoorDash co-founder and CEO Tony Xu discusses the most signif...
The Investor’s Bible with Seth Klarman 6/27/23
June 27, 2023 16:24 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBIn 1934, professors Benjamin Graham and David Dodd published the intellectual foundation for investors everywhere: Security Analysis. In the decades since, investors have returned to this “bible” of investing; today, founder of the Baupost Group Seth Klarman is publishing a 7th edition of the iconic book. Klarman’s first book on investing, the 1991 “Margin of Safety,” is a collector’s item, with individual copies selling for about $1500 on eBay. In this very rare interview, Klarman shares hi...
Eric Schmidt: The Future of AI & Misinformation 6/26/23
June 26, 2023 16:47 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBTraders are also keeping an eye on Europe, after Russia saw a brief rebellion by a private military group over the weekend. Dewardric McNeal, Longview Global managing director, discusses the broader impact of the revolt and how it may change the relationship between Russia and China. Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO and chairman, discusses the intersection of technology and war in Ukraine, the use of drones and artificial intelligence in this war, and the impact of AI on the 2024 election. Pl...
Ron Baron's Big Bet on Market Growth 6/23/23
June 23, 2023 16:43 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBThe Dow Jones Industrial Average could rise as high as 900,000 over the next 50 years, according to longtime investor and Baron Capital CEO, Ron Baron. Baron also discussed what’s happening in the U.S. economy, market outlook, investing in Tesla, and more. 3M has reached a $10.3 billion settlement with a host of U.S. public water systems to resolve water pollution claims tied to “forever chemicals.” FTX is seeking to claw back some $700 million from a former aide to Hillary Clinton-turned Ho...
Starwood Capital CEO Barry Sternlicht on the Fed’s Inflation Fight 6/22/23
June 22, 2023 17:13 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBFederal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell cautioned on Wednesday that he and all other members of the rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee expect to raise interest rates further to bring down inflation. Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Capital chairman and CEO and chairman of Starwood Property Trust, discusses the Fed’s inflation fight, commercial real estate, market outlook, and more. The FTC on Wednesday sued Amazon, alleging it tricked customers into signing up for its Prime subscription progr...
NBA’s Chris Paul Scores Off Court, & Chinese Espionage Targets U.S. Companies 6/21/23
June 21, 2023 16:32 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBFederal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell says he expects more Fed rate hikes ahead as the fight against inflation still “has a long way to go.” Bob Diamond, Atlas Merchant Capital CEO and former Barclays CEO, discusses the outlook for Federal Reserve rate hikes, where the markets got ahead of themselves, and the durable strength of consumers. Chris Paul, NBA athlete, entrepreneur and Olympian, shares how he grew his impact (and portfolio) beyond basketball. He recounts his investing journey an...
America’s Progress, Blinken’s Beijing Trip, & Chris Christie’s Bid for the White House 6/20/23
June 20, 2023 16:42 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBAfter the long weekend commemorating Juneteenth, Executive Leadership Council Chair Gale King and ELC CEO Michael Hyter discuss corporate America’s progress in pursuing parity, 3 years after company commitments in the wake of George Floyd’s murder. It’s slow progress, but Black representation in boardrooms is moving in the right direction. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is a 2024 Presidential hopeful, and he’s speaking up about fellow hopeful, former President Trump. Christie disc...
Blackrock & Bitcoin, Bill Gates & Xi Jinping, PGA Tour & LIV Golf 6/16/23
June 16, 2023 16:06 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBBill Gates has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, just days before U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in the country. CNBC’s Eunice Yoon reports on the U.S.-China relations critical to their meetings. Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) represents Silicon Valley, but he’s on a tour of the rust belt; he explains how tech and factory jobs will be interconnected in generations to come. Plus, asset management giant Blackrock has filed to launch a spot bitcoin ETF, Mediterranean fast casual cha...
A “Hawkish Skip” & Appetite for IPOs 6/15/23
June 15, 2023 17:14 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBIn its latest decision on interest rates, the Federal Reserve will skip a rate hike this month. CNBC’s Steve Liesman explains what the “hawkish skip” means for Wall Street and Main Street. Mediterranean fast casual chain Cava has listed on the New York Stock Exchange at $42 per share. One of the company’s early investors Steve Case discusses his venture bets on innovation outside Silicon Valley. As co-founder of AOL and CEO of Revolution, Case has backed Clear, Sweetgreen, DraftKings, and ma...
Beatlemania & Alphabet Soup: Getting by with the Help of AI 6/14/23
June 14, 2023 16:03 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBThe Federal Trade Commission is seeking to stop Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. In AI news, the SEC is considering AI rules for brokerages, AMD is launching a new chip to challenge Nvidia, and Paul McCartney is leveraging the technology for a new Beatles release. Plus, former Vice President turned Presidential hopeful Mike Pence discusses inflation, the U.S. deficit, and the Fed. He also weighs in on former President Trump’s indictment and the Department of Justice. In t...
Home Depot CEO Ted Decker: Shrink & Shopping Trends 6/13/23
June 13, 2023 17:53 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBHome Depot CEO Ted Decker sits down with Becky Quick between cordless power tools and outdoor umbrellas in one of his New Jersey stores. In an extended interview, Decker shares how the retailer is tackling organized shoplifting crime and shifting consumer behavior. Whether the home improvement boom of the pandemic has finally fizzled out, which trends aren’t going anywhere, and Decker’s own home improvement projects, all available only on Squawk Pod. Plus, Oracle had a strong quarter, San Fr...
A Warning for the Fed, A Chemo Shortage, & JPM’s $290m Settlement 6/12/23
June 12, 2023 17:28 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBOn the eve of the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate decision, former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh, a veteran of the 2008 crisis, offers a warning to the central bank and the markets: the banking troubles may not be over yet. In his WSJ op-ed, he urges the Fed and investors to find some “risk management.” Nearly all of the country’s cancer centers have reported a chemotherapy shortage. Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb explains the regulatory and manufacturing issues that have led to...
Tesla, Coinbase, & ARK’s Cathie Wood 6/09/23
June 09, 2023 15:45 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBAmid the SEC’s lawsuits against crypto exchanges Binance and Coinbase, famed tech bull Cathie Wood is doubling down on crypto. The Ark Invest CEO and CIO explains why she just upped her firm’s stake in Coinbase by over $20m, despite the regulatory issues. She’s betting on crypto, but Cathie Wood’s biggest holding is still Tesla; she also discusses Tesla’s new charging network partners: Ford and GM. Plus, Google employees are pushing back on their new directive to return to the office, and CN...
Investigating Instagram with Alex Stamos; An Evolving Middle East with NYT’s Tom Friedman 6/8/23
June 08, 2023 16:54 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBNew York Times foreign affairs columnist Tom Friedman discusses his most recent trip to the Middle East, comparing the region today with the region even six months ago. He weighs in on Saudi Arabia’s LIV Golf and its deal to merge with the PGA, and the rapid progressive evolution of Israel and the Kingdom. In a damning investigation into Instagram, The Wall Street Journal, Stanford University, and University of Massachusetts Amherst uncovered a network of pedophiles that connect with each ot...
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong & Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen 6/07/23
June 07, 2023 16:34 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBOn Monday, the SEC sued crypto exchange Binance, on Tuesday, the SEC sued Coinbase, and on Wednesday, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is speaking out. In a candid interview, Armstrong discusses the SEC’s complaint, the regulatory environment for crypto, and the next steps in court. In her first interview since the debt ceiling deal was passed, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen weighs in on fiscal responsibility, inflation, and crypto. Plus, the PGA Tour has announced a deal to merge with LIV Golf...
On Being Human: Happiness IRL & Headsets in VR 6/06/23
June 06, 2023 17:16 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBHost of “How to Build a Happy Life,” Harvard professor, The Atlantic contributing writer, and now co-author of a new book with Oprah Winfrey, Arthur Brooks has dedicated his career to cracking the code on happiness. He offers his wisdom and shares some tips for a happier life–away from screens and closer to people. Apple’s first product announcement since 2014 has rocked techies, in the metaverse and IRL. Personal tech columnist for The Wall Street Journal Joanna Stern explains Apple’s Visio...
Debt Default Averted, Summer Travel Trending, & ‘Bull’ Has Entered the Market Chat 6/05/23
June 05, 2023 17:09 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBThe markets may be poised to exit the bear market, and Washington has averted a debt default crisis. House Speaker Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) discusses the passage of the debt ceiling deal, spending cuts, and bipartisanship moving forward. Labor disputes in California have congested shipping flows, and oil prices are on the rise in the wake of the latest OPEC+ meeting and an announcement from oil giant Saudi Arabia. Plus, over 50% of Americans are packing their bags for vacation over the...
The Jobs Episode: ‘Workquakes,’ Job Growth, & AI in a Post-Career World 6/02/23
June 02, 2023 17:35 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBThe U.S. payrolls report for May blew past expectations, supported by strong jobs gains in the professional and business services sector — as well as a jump in government employment. Bruce Feiler, author of ‘The Search: Finding Meaningful Work in a Post-Career World’, discusses why Americans are unhappy with their careers and how more people are seeking meaning from their jobs. Geoff Lewis, founder and managing partner at Bedrock Capital, discusses the impact of A.I. on jobs and the moneymak...
Skip! Fed Speak’s Latest Buzzword 6/01/23
June 01, 2023 17:11 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBThe Federal Reserve’s buzzword of the week: “skip.” Fed officials have signaled a plan to hold steady on interest rates in June, but urging the public that the decision would not signify an end to the tightening cycle. SMBC Nikko Securities America Chief Economist Joe Lavorgna offers his own extrapolation of the news, as well as what it may mean for Wall Street. In Washington, the President Biden-Speaker McCarthy debt ceiling deal is headed for the Senate. Plus, CNBC’s Steve Kovach has the d...
Debt Ceiling Deal Clears Hurdle & CEOs Visit China 5/31/23
May 31, 2023 16:11 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBThe long-awaited debt ceiling deal advances to the House floor, after a narrow vote in the House Rules Committee. President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy had announced the deal over the weekend, capping federal baseline spending for two years and raising the debt ceiling. Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton, and Gary Cohn, vice chairman at IBM and former National Economic Council director, discuss the latest on the debt ceiling deal and the impact on the economy. Jim McGregor, APCO Wor...