Power Players with Brian Sozzi

Yahoo Finance

Hosted by Executive Editor Brian Sozzi, Power Players ditches the news desk for high-octane, unscripted discussions with the titans of industry. This 30-minute series blends conversational depth with market energy to uncover the "near-death" origin stories and "midnight" pressures that keep global CEOs up at night. Beyond the balance sheets, viewers gain actionable intel on AI, market shifts, and the tactical mindsets needed to win. Filmed at Yahoo Finance HQ, the Nasdaq, or on location, it is a raw, free-flowing look at the real individuals shaping Corporate America.

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How the 2026 World Cup is fueling FanDuel's growth: Flutter CEO

Flutter CEO Peter Jackson discusses with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi the massive global business impact of the upcoming World Cup, FanDuel's nationwide expansion, and strategies for navigating intense competition in the sports betting industry. Flutter is the parent company of FanDuel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 11

26 min

How Cava is scaling to 1,000 stores without new capital

Cava CEO Brett Schulman sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to chat about the fast-casual giant's explosive rise, its modern use of AI, and its viral portion generosity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 8

35 min

Why annuities beat CDs for retirement growth: Athene Co-President

Athene Co-President Mike Downing and Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi dive into the biggest issues facing retirees today, from having a magic number in retirement savings to the hunt for yield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 4

17 min

Is Affirm outgrowing credit cards? Max Levchin explains

Affirm Founder and CEO Max Levchin chats with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi about his company's explosive financial growth and the revolutionary impact of AI on software engineering. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 1

45 min

How Denny Hamlin built a winning NASCAR team with Michael Jordan

23XI Co-founder and NASCAR legend Denny Hamlin reveals to Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi how Michael Jordan's trackside presence intensifies his NASCAR crew's motivation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28

31 min

BlackRock exec. on how Fed policy & midterms impact the market

Deputy Head of Blackrock’s Portfolio Management Group, Mike Pyle, shares his biggest market risks with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi as the market ignores several geopolitical threats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 25

27 min

How Wyclef Jean & will.i.am evolved from musicians to AI pioneers

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi speaks to music legends Wyclef Jean and will.i.am as they share behind-the-scenes stories of their biggest hits and explain how artificial intelligence and global culture will shape the future of the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 21

45 min

TKO president reveals big plans for WWE, UFC

TKO president Mark Shapiro shares exclusive insights with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi on the booming business and massive global expansion of live entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 18

38 min

Akon's top business mistake: Stop hustling backwards

Musician and Entrepreneur Akon chats with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi about how TikTok and AI are introducing his music to a new generation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 14

26 min

Why the former X CEO is pushing GLP-1s to transform healthcare

Former X CEO Linda Yaccarino chats with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi about her leap into health tech and the explosive rise of GLP-1 medications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 11

21 min