Squawk Pod
Squawk Pod
CNBC
Squawk 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.
Amazon’s High, Food Inflation, & Antisemitism Report Cards 4/12/24
The Anti-Defamation League has released its Antisemitism Report Cards, grading U.S. universities on rates of antisemitism and administration responses to discrimination against Jewish students. ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt explains why institutions like MIT, Harvard, and Princeton got failing grades, and what it means for prospective students. As food inflation rises, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discusses rising costs, dwindling farmland, and encouraging entrepreneurship among American farmers. Amazon stock has hit an all-time-high, nearing a $2T market capitalization; head of internet research at Evercore ISI Mark Mahaney explains his stock picks for the tech sector. CNBC’s Julia Boorstin reports that the divest-or-ban TikTok bill is hitting snags in the Senate. Plus, what do Taylor Swift and Squawk Pod have in common? We’re both nominated for a Webby Award! Vote for Squawk Pod here and support our special series, "Charlie Munger: A Life of Wit and Wisdom," featuring our final interview with the Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chair. Mark Mahaney Julia Boorstin 13:37 Tom Vilsack 16:34 Jonathan Greenblatt 24:48 In this episode: Jonathan Greenblatt, @JGreenblattADL Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
Apr 12
29 min
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy 4/11/24
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy sits down with Andrew Ross Sorkin at Amazon headquarters in Seattle, the morning Jassy published his annual letter to shareholders. In an extended, wide-ranging conversation with Andrew, Andy Jassy discusses AI-enabled transformations (like delivery drones!), building out technology for every part of the tech stack, and streaming sports on Amazon Prime. Plus, Jassy weighs in on regulator scrutiny on the tech industry, as well as in-office work. Plus, Squawk Pod is up for a Webby Award! Vote for us here and support Squawk Pod’s special series, "Charlie Munger: A Life of Wit and Wisdom," featuring our final interview with the Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chair. Andy Jassy - 10:48 In this episode: Andy Jassy, @ajassy Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Michael Santoli, @michaelsantoli Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
Apr 11
36 min
Hot Inflation Data & a Boeing Whistleblower 4/10/24
The Consumer Price Index came in hotter than expected, rising 3.5% from a year ago and 0.4% on the month. CNBC’s Rick Santelli and Steve Liesman break down the report and its implications for the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy with former Labor Department Chief Economist Betsey Stevenson. A Boeing engineer has turned whistleblower, alleging issues on the Boeing aircraft assembly line. Former FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt discusses the workplace culture across the airline industry, taking stock of the toll manufacturing culture takes on aircraft safety. Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo is urging Congress to approve regulatory tools to crack down on cybercriminals using cryptocurrencies. Adeyemo explains his concerns with crypto crime, including the Treasury's recommended reforms. Plus, Intel has unveiled a new AI chip, the USPS is raising the price of stamps, and Scrabble is making board changes to encourage teamwork. Wally Adeyemo - 12:55 Randy Babbitt - 19:00 In this episode: Wally Adeyemo, @wallyadeyemo Steve Liesman, @steveliesman Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
Apr 10
26 min
Trade Talks & Trick Shots: Rahm Emanuel & YouTubers Dude Perfect  4/9/24
President Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in the first White House visit from Japan’s PM since 2015. U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel discusses geopolitics in Asia and managing a “frenemy” relationship with China. YouTuber group Dude Perfect has secured over $100m from investor Jason Illian, the general partner at Highmount Capital. They discuss the group's expansion beyond YouTube and the many trickshots in their 15 years of content creation. Plus, the UConn Huskies triumphed in the men's March Madness tournament, Google is making adjustments to its employee message board, and Elon Musk's predicts AI will be outsmarting humans by the end of next year. Rahm Emanuel - 10:27 Dude Perfect - 23:35 In this episode: Rahm Emanuel, @USAmbJapan Dude Perfect, @DudePerfect Jason Illian, @JasonIllian Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Zach Vallese, @zachvallese
Apr 9
30 min
SC’s Win with WNBA Head & Total Eclipse with Fmr. NASA Astronaut 04/08/24
Former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino is watching the eclipse from Arkansas, square in the path of totality. He explains how to safely view the event, either with special glasses or with a pinhole camera. South Carolina women’s basketball defeated Caitlin Clark’s Iowa team in the NCAA championship. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, former Deloitte CEO, discusses the victory’s momentum for women’s sports and record breaking viewership. U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is in China, and CNBC’s Sara Eisen reports that her visit has been covered positively by the Chinese media. Plus, Snapchat is responding to backlash for its “friend ranking” feature, and Brazilian Supreme Court Justice has initiated an investigation of Elon Musk over his refusal to restrict certain X accounts in Brazil. Happy eclipse viewing! Cathy Engelbert - 15:44 Mike Massimino - 21:32 In this episode: Mike Massimino, @Astro_Mike Sara Eisen, @SaraEisen Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY
Apr 8
27 min
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore: A Cataclysmic Impact on the U.S. Economy 04/05/24
After the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, Baltimore is hoping to clear debris in the port and rebuild. Ahead of President Biden’s visit to the city, Maryland Governor discusses Baltimore’s importance to the entire U.S. economy, and delivers a message to lawmakers in Washington reluctant to approve federal funds for the rebuild. Venture capitalist Alan Patricof has seen many tech revolutions, and he’s optimistic about AI’s. At 89, he’s not slowing down; he discusses his investments in the AI-enabled longevity economy, and his perspective on America’s retirement ecosystem. Plus, the U.S. economy added 303,000 jobs in March, well above expectations. CNBC’s Rick Santelli and Steve Liesman break down the unemployment rate and what the numbers mean for the Federal Reserve’s fight against inflation. Rick Santelli & Steve Liesman - 04:49 Emily Wilkins - 17:02 Gov. Wes Moore - 18:25 Alan Patricof - 26:24 In this episode: Gov. Wes Moore, @iamwesmoore Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkins Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer: @Kramer_Katie
Apr 5
32 min
Barry Diller on Disney’s Win & Social Media’s Toll on Teens 04/04/24
Disney’s Bob Iger has won his boardroom proxy battle against Nelson Peltz. Media mogul and IAC Chairman Barry Diller weighs in on the evolution of entertainment, including the path forward for Disney, for Paramount Global, and for streamers competing with Netflix. As founder of Fox Broadcasting and former CEO of Paramount, Diller shares his perspective on TikTok, AI, and a four-day workweek. Plus, Snapchat is testing a new feature for subscribed users: rankings in friend orbits. The Wall Street Journal suggests that Snapchat’s newest innovation could make social media’s toll on teen mental health even worse. Tech venture capitalist Bradley Tusk discusses the rising rates of anxiety and depression among young people, and he highlights the need for federal regulation of social media. Barry Diller - 13:14 Bradley Tusk - 33:51 In this episode: Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer: @Kramer_Katie
Apr 4
40 min
Point72’s Steve Cohen: Owning the Mets & Betting on AI 04/03/24
Billionaire hedge funder and Point72 CEO and Chairman Steve Cohen discusses his $2.4B purchase of the New York Mets, his investment in golf via the PGA and Tomorrow Golf League, and his bet on sports business. Cohen shares his view on AI equities and on the Federal Reserve’s goal of a 2% inflation rate. Plus, an update on the boardroom drama at Disney. Steven Cohen - 10:52 In this episode: Steven Cohen, @StevenACohen2 Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer: @Kramer_Katie
Apr 3
29 min
The Four-Day Week Experiment & Steve Eisman: The Economy is Fine 04/02/24
Neuberger Berman senior portfolio manager Steve Eisman weighs in on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate debate; Eisman says, the economy is fine, and the Fed has no reason to cut rates this year. Former Flywheel CEO Sarah Robb O’Hagan explains her experiment with a four-day-workweek at her new company, Exos. Plus, Disney’s future hangs in the balance of a board vote this week, shares of Trump Media stock DJT jumped and then stumbled over 20%, and Google is destroying billions of “private” and “incognito” data records, settling a consumer privacy lawsuit. Steven Eisman - 16:14 Sarah Robb O’Hagan - 29:54 In this episode: Steven Eisman, @EismanSteven Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer: @Kramer_Katie
Apr 2
32 min
California’s $20 Minimum Wage & Home Wins for DC Sports 04/01/24
Half a million California fast food workers are getting a pay bump, starting today. A $20 minimum wage might be good for workers, but McDonald’s franchisee Scott Rodrick warns, it might mean higher costs for business owners and for consumers. In DC, Mayor Muriel Bowser struck a deal to keep the Washington Capitals and Wizards playing in their home city. Mayor Bowser explains the sports deal and addresses concerns about crime in her city. Plus, CNBC’s Robert Frank reports that stocks have fueled a wealth boom, and the Federal Reserve has another data point to factor into interest rate policy: core PCE. Robert Frank - 09:03 Mayor Muriel Bowser - 15:26 Kate Rogers - 25:27 Scott Rodrick - 28:54 In this episode: Muriel Bowser, @MayorBowser Robert Frank, @robtfrank Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer: @Kramer_Katie
Apr 1
32 min
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