Lloyd Blankfein, former chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, joins for an extended interview to discuss the stalemate over more federal stimulus, more federal aid for airlines, the state of the bank sector and more. The National Football League is now experiencing a pandemic crisis sparked by Covid-19 outbreaks that started with the Tennessee Titans. And like Major League Baseball, outside skepticism is starting to intensify whether the league will complete its pandemic season. Plus, FDA granted e...
Oct 09, 2020•37 min
Regeneron and Eli Lilly have both asked the FDA to grant their experimental Covid-19 antibody treatments emergency use approval. President Trump, who received Regeneron’s antibody cocktail in his own coronavirus treatments, is urging regulators to approve them for widespread use. CNBC’s Meg Tirrell breaks down the journey ahead for the treatments with Joe, Becky, and Andrew. Pollster and political strategist Frank Luntz discusses how the 6% of American voters who remain undecided responded to th...
Oct 08, 2020•37 min
LA Clippers Chairman and former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer discusses the prospect of breaking up tech giants after the House Judiciary Antitrust Subcommittee released its 450 page report on Facebook, Google, Apple, and Amazon. Ballmer, also the founder of USAFacts, addresses misinformation and the value in fact-finding ahead of the Presidential election. Chevron CEO Michael Wirth shares his company’s efforts to achieve gender parity in the energy industry, as well as the pandemic’s impact on oi...
Oct 07, 2020•33 min
After the President’s return to the White House, CNBC’s Eamon Javers discusses containment, messaging, and recovery in the West Wing. Pandemic-bruised airlines await a federal bailout, but Southwest Airlines Chairman and CEO Gary Kelly plans to save his business and his employees with or without the government’s help. Chef and restaurateur Marcus Samuelsson is lobbying Congress for restaurant stimulus as Covid-19 continues to batter the industry. He says, “we just want to get back to work.” Plus...
Oct 06, 2020•39 min
President Trump remains at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and treatments for his coronavirus diagnosis include an experimental antibody cocktail from Regeneron, dexamethasone, and Gilead’s remdesivir. CNBC’s Eamon Javers tracks the timeline of events since the President’s announcement, and CNBC’s Meg Tirrell explains the drugs in the President’s treatment plans. Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb deciphers the President’s likely condition from White House communications, a...
Oct 05, 2020•37 min
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for the coronavirus, prompting further economic and political uncertainty just 32 days before Election Day. Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb says the President is likely to recover, but “the risk is still high.” CNBC’s Eamon Javers breaks down the whirlwind of Covid contact tracing currently underway at the White House, as well as the domestic and global political implications of the diagnoses. The House passed th...
Oct 02, 2020•26 min
The high profile, highly controversial Palantir has finally gone public on the NYSE after 17 years of near-secret operation. CEO Alex Karp shares the company’s journey to this point, its pathway to profitability, and Palantir’s list of “cool” customers, from government agencies to the world’s most influential corporations. Journalists and CNBC contributors Joanne Lipman and Alex Kantrowitz unpack the listing, the company’s reputation and political affiliations, and what the election could mean f...
Oct 01, 2020•31 min
Today, CNBC launched its newest daily podcast, The News with Shepard Smith. Each day, expect deep, non-partisan coverage and perspective on the day's most important stories. Featuring on-the-ground reporting from around the globe, The News with Shepard Smith goes beyond the headlines to give listeners sharp context into the world around them. It is punctuated by compelling, thought-provoking expert guests – all pulled together by Shepard Smith's trademark devotion to speed, accuracy and the trus...
Oct 01, 2020•50 min
New York City restaurants are reopening indoor dining this weekend, capping capacity at 25%. Danny Meyer, Union Square Hospitality Group Founder & CEO, discusses the implementation of safety protocols with CLEAR CEO, Caryn Seidman-Becker. Pollster and political strategist Frank Luntz highlights the “Fight Night” that was the first Presidential debate of 2020. He says independent voters in his post-show focus group were let down. “Everyone was embarrassed and upset about what had happened.” P...
Sep 30, 2020•42 min
At-home expert, mogul, and pandemic-Instagram pro Martha Stewart is cultivating her commitment to a cleaner planet with AppHarvest, an agricultural tech startup hoping to revolutionize the farming industry. AppHarvest CEO Jonathan Webb discusses the company’s news to go public via SPAC, and Martha Stewart underscores the value of the startup’s mission to make food production more efficient and sustainable. CNBC’s Phil LeBeau reports that funding for airline workers expires on September 30th, and...
Sep 29, 2020•42 min
The News with Shepard Smith is CNBC's daily news podcast providing deep, non-partisan coverage and perspective on the day's most important stories. Featuring on-the-ground reporting from around the globe, The News with Shepard Smith goes beyond the headlines to give listeners sharp context into the world around them. It is punctuated by compelling, thought-provoking expert guests – all pulled together by Shepard Smith's trademark devotion to speed, accuracy and the trust of his audience. Availab...
Sep 28, 2020•55 sec
The upcoming election, Amy Coney Barrett’s Supreme Court nominee vote, and ongoing pandemic have painted an uncertain landscape for the health care sector. Ana Gupte, AG Health Advisors principal, shares her health care stock picks amid an uncertain investment landscape. TikTok is safe for American download, at least for now. Insider co-founder and CEO Henry Blodget discusses the platform’s significance in U.S.-China geopolitics, as well as the most realistic next steps for the platform and the ...
Sep 28, 2020•29 min
TikTok is still going full steam ahead with its social media marketing plans, despite a high-profile showdown with president Trump. Parent company ByteDance tapped social media expert, branding guru, and VaynerMedia founder Gary Vaynerchuk to lead TikTok’s U.S. marketing strategy. Gary Vee discusses the app’s content, its users, and its controversy, and gives some social media tips to the Squawk team. Gen Z may be dancing on TikTok, but they’re mostly dancing from their parents’ homes. CNBC's Be...
Sep 25, 2020•23 min
The U.S. airline industry is one week away from potentially furloughing tens of thousands of workers, and major carriers are asking Congress for billions of dollars in additional aid. JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes makes his--and his employees’--case for more federal support. Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan is spearheading the World Economic Forum International Business Council’s effort to set forth a new framework for corporate ESG tracking and disclosure. Moynihan discusses stakeholder capitalism,...
Sep 24, 2020•35 min
Johnson & Johnson is the latest drugmaker to enter a late-stage trial for a coronavirus vaccine. The company’s Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Paul Stoffels, shares the process and next steps for a safe, widely effective vaccine. CNBC’s Phil LeBeau recaps the highly anticipated Tesla Battery Day with reactions from Wall Street and Main Street. Tesla competitor Nikola has also captured headlines after founder and chairman Trevor Milton announced he’s leaving the company just 13 days after he an...
Sep 23, 2020•34 min
IAC and Expedia Chairman Barry Diller weighs in on the TikTok drama, the travel industry, and the upcoming election. He discusses economic headwinds for a Joe Biden presidency, but concludes that for business, there may not be much of a difference between candidates. Plus, former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb discusses the credibility of the CDC and the possibility of a second Covid wave in the U.K. and in the U.S. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...
Sep 22, 2020•37 min
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the second woman to serve on the Supreme Court and a pioneering advocate for women’s rights, has passed away at the age of 87. Chris Krueger, Cowen Washington Research Group managing director, discusses the Supreme Court vacancy and the fate of the Affordable Care Act. President Trump has approved Oracle and Walmart’s deal to acquire minority stakes in a newly formed company: TikTok Global. Details of the deal between the U.S. government, Oracle, Walmart, and TikTok’s parent...
Sep 21, 2020•34 min
TikTok and WeChat downloads in the U.S. might be banned by Sunday. Oracle, Bytedance and Walmart are on the clock to find a deal for the TikTok’s U.S. business that President Trump will approve. CNBC’s Eamon Javers and Deirdre Bosa explain the TikTok soap opera, and Insider’s Henry Blodget discusses the app battle’s implications for President Trump’s relationship with China. Former FDA head Dr. Scott Gottlieb underlines the key for a safe, effective vaccine. Plus, Friday sports bets, and brainst...
Sep 18, 2020•31 min
Snowflake debuted on the Nasdaq in the biggest software IPO in history. Berkshire Hathaway, Salesforce, and a few lucky early investors have made billions on the listing. Loup Ventures’ Doug Clinton explains the hype and the hope surrounding this still unprofitable cloud company. Peter Wagner, a venture capitalist who got in on the ground floor, explains why a bet on Snowflake is a bet on data. Moderna CEO Stephane Bancel shares the drugmakers approach to safety and protocol in the race for a Co...
Sep 17, 2020•36 min
Celebrities are pausing their social media content to protest misinformation on Instagram and Facebook. Jonathan Greenblatt, head of the Anti-Defamation League, discusses this latest effort in the “Stop Hate for Profit” Campaign, as well as what Facebook can and should be doing to curb the spread of harmful content. CNBC’s newest host, Shepard Smith, shares his conversation with fellow journalist Bob Woodward as the two discuss Woodward’s new book, “Rage.” Woodward reveals details about Presiden...
Sep 16, 2020•35 min
ViacomCBS is rebranding its streaming platform as Paramount+, another “plus” for the streaming wars. CEO Bob Bakish reveals what viewers--and shareholders--can expect. Investor, NBA owner, and Virgin Galactic Chairman Chamath Palihapitiya has yet another SPAC announcement. He’s betting on special purpose acquisition companies to rebalance the supply/demand issues in the stock market and to democratize investing opportunities. TikTok’s final rose goes to Oracle, though the pair still has a few po...
Sep 15, 2020•34 min
Presidential candidate turned Joe Biden surrogate Pete Buttigieg says a fairer tax code is the key to continuing America’s track record of success. He says the systems that keep America great need more financial support. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin discusses how vaccines, testing, and additional fiscal stimulus will help the U.S. economy rebound. Plus TikTok has found an unexpected suitor in Oracle, but their path ahead still remains unclear. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...
Sep 14, 2020•43 min
At-home workout company Peloton has seen sales for its exercise equipment rise 200% in the pandemic. CEO John Foley discusses financial and fitness performance. Another stay-at-home winner Instagram has taken on TikTok in its newly launched “Reels” feature. The social media’s chief executive Adam Mosseri shares the app’s strategy for success under parent company Facebook, as well as its responsibilities amid a polarizing election. 19 years ago, the United States changed forever. Today we honor t...
Sep 11, 2020•38 min
Netflix co-founder and CEO Reed Hastings discusses the streaming giant’s corporate culture in his book, “No Rules Rules.” In an extended interview with Andrew Ross Sorkin, Hastings shares his strategy for driving social change from the C Suite and his plans to take on Disney in family entertainment. In a conversation exclusive to Squawk Pod, Andrew reflects on the biggest takeaways from the interview, as well as what he expects from media giants during and beyond the Covid-19 pandemic. Plus, Ast...
Sep 10, 2020•35 min
Harlem Children’s Zone is celebrating 20 years of disrupting the cycle of generational poverty in the NYC community and beyond. HCZ founder and activist Geoffrey Canada joins CEO Kwame Owusu-Kesse and investor and philanthropist Stanley Druckenmiller to discuss the nonprofit’s next 20 years, as well as the role education plays in closing opportunity and wealth gaps. Stanley Druckenmiller shares his life’s best investment to date and explains concerns about inflation, the Fed, and what’s causing ...
Sep 09, 2020•38 min
Pharmaceutical companies may be competing in the race for a coronavirus vaccine, but they’re all on the same team when it comes to safety. CNBC’s health and science reporter Meg Tirrell shares details of the historic move from 9 pharma CEOs who issued a pledge to prioritize safety in their work to find a trustworthy vaccine. Surgeon, author, and Chairman of Haven Dr. Atul Gawande maps out the infrastructure America needs to avoid a coronavirus resurgence in the winter months. General Motors CEO ...
Sep 08, 2020•36 min
The summer is ending with a market roller coaster. After a single trading day wiped out hundreds of billions in tech market valuations and net worths, Becky Quick, Mike Santoli, and Brian Sullivan break down 2020 market fundamentals and trader psychology. Electronic signature platform DocuSign is one of the work-from-home stocks that has outperformed throughout the pandemic; CEO Dan Springer explains why his business won’t be dulled by a rough day in the markets, and why work-from-home culture w...
Sep 04, 2020•31 min
Markets are partying like it’s 1999, or at least, some investors think so. GAMCO CIO and seasoned investor Howard Ward underlines the differences between today’s market environment and that of the dotcom bubble nearly twenty years ago. Viral trading app Robinhood is under investigation by the SEC; former SEC Chairman Harvey Pitt warns millennials about the costs of an execution service that’s marketed as free. Mark Zuckerberg has announced that Facebook is rolling out new policies ahead of the N...
Sep 03, 2020•35 min
New York City Public Schools have delayed their start date, as part of an agreement between Mayor Bill de Blasio and teachers unions. American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten says safe and equal education hinges on accessible Covid testing and successful “hybrid” teaching. Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb says testing is the key to containing outbreaks in the colder months, since a viable vaccine is unlikely before 2021. TikTok’s deal has hit a snag, and liquor sales ...
Sep 02, 2020•36 min
Zoom reported a record-breaking quarter; CFO Kelly Steckelberg explains why the Zoom platform is here to stay, even when “normal” life resumes and in-person meetings continue. The New York Times foreign affairs columnist and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Tom Friedman discusses the digital battles between the U.S. and China, and the risks of building a Berlin Wall in cyberspace. Online learning pioneer Sal Khan discusses the back-to-school season around the world. Khan Academy has seen remote...
Sep 01, 2020•36 min
