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Squawk Pod
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.
Episodes
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Brian Niccol: A Plan to “Get Back to Starbucks” 10/31/24
After leaving Chipotle to lead Starbucks, CEO Brian Niccol has a plan to turn the iconic coffee brand around. Niccol sat for an exclusive interview with Andrew…
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Silicon Valley’s Political Divide & Trump Media’s Stock Surge 10/30/24
Silicon Valley is split over the 2024 US Presidential election - Elon Musk and Mark Cuban are making waves, while Mark Zuckerberg has chosen to sit this one…
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The Federal Deficit: Who Cares? 10/29/24
A Donald Trump presidency could be worse for the federal budget than a Harris presidency, according to a new report from the Committee For a Responsible…
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MAGA at Madison Square Garden & The Election Betting Game 10/28/24
Donald Trump held a rally at Madison Square Garden in New York on Sunday, kicking off his final appeal to voters as election day approaches. One rally speaker…
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The Musk-Putin Talks: A WSJ Report & Joe Lonsdale’s Weigh-In 10/25/24
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Elon Musk has spoken to Russian President Vladamir Putin multiple times since 2022. CNBC’s Eamon Javers discusses the…
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A Fed Critique & What the Polls Tell Us 10/24/24
The Federal Reserve will make its next decision on interest rates immediately following election day. Former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh is advising his former…
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Why Bill Ackman Is Endorsing Donald Trump 10/23/24
Pershing Square Capital Management CEO Bill Ackman discusses why, after years as a “centrist,” he is supporting Donald Trump in the 2024 election. Comparing…
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Paul Tudor Jones: “We Are Going To Be Broke” 10/22/24
Billionaire and legendary investor Paul Tudor Jones is raising alarms about the U.S. government’s fiscal deficit and the increased spending proposed by both…
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Mark Cuban: Billionaire Investor & Harris Campaigner 10/21/24
Billionaire investor Mark Cuban hit the campaign trail for Vice President Kamala Harris this weekend in battleground states Arizona and Michigan, while fellow…
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Billionaires in Politics & Yahya Sinwar’s Death: A Turning Point? 10/18/24
Israeli military forces killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar on Thursday, the architect of the Oct. 7 terror attacks on Israel last year. Council on Foreign…
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Meta’s Approach to Sextortion Scams & Robinhood Goes Desktop 10/17/27
After years of catering to mobile traders, Robinhood is launching “Robinhood Legend,” a new platform for desktop traders. CEO and co-founder Vlad Tenev joins…
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The United Airlines Buyback: A “Big Mistake”? 10/16/24
United Airlines has announced a $1.5B share buyback program, its first since before the pandemic. The plan has inflamed an already contentious relationship…
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The Harris “Opportunity Agenda” for Black Men 10/15/24
Johnson & Johnson released higher-than-expected third-quarter earnings; CFO Joseph Wolk discusses the company’s performance, the latest updates on its talc…
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Will Elon Musk "Get Off The Politics Kick"? 10/14/24
During SpaceX’s latest Starship test flight on Sunday, its launch tower successfully caught the rocket’s “Super Heavy” booster. “Elon Musk” Biographer Walter…
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Elon Musk’s Cybercab Announcement & A Surprise Jensen Huang Cameo 10/11/24
Companies like SiriusXM and Sonos are using AI chat bots to make customer service experiences “delightful,” thanks to new conversational AI technology from…
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Hurricane Milton Strikes Florida as Category 3 Storm 10/10/24
Hurricane Milton hit Florida overnight as a Category 3 storm, leaving millions without power. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses the recovery efforts and…
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Carson Daly on World Mental Health Day 10/09/24
The U.S. budget deficit has hit $1.8T, according to the Congressional Budget Office. As both presidential candidates discuss how to combat the federal deficit…
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Four Weeks Until Election Day & A Storm of Misinformation 10/8/24
As we enter the final month before the election, Pollster and Political Strategist Frank Luntz discusses Vice Pres. Kamala Harris’ strategy and string of media…
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Another October 7th & Trillions in Debt Loom 10/07/24
Under either Presidential candidates’ economic plans the federal debt will soar, but Fmr. Pres. Trump’s plan could cost twice as much as Vice Pres. Harris’s…
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Betting on the Election & Elon Musk’s Tech Gamble 10/04/24
The commodities exchange KalshiEx has resumed accepting wagers on the outcome of the 2024 congressional election after a federal appeals court lifted a…
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Why Are We So Divided? 10/03/24
As dock workers enter their third day of strikes, Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, (R) West Virginia, member of the Commerce Committee, says Pres. Biden should…
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Iran Launches Missile Attack on Israel & VP Debate Recap 10/02/24
Iran launched nearly 200 missiles into Israel yesterday in retaliation for its recent killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Retired Col. and Medal of…
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How Will a Port Strike Affect the Economy? 10/01/24
Approximately 50,000 East and Gulf Coast port workers began a strike last night. Investor and Boston Celtics owner Glenn Hutchins discusses his perspective on…
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Should You Be Able to Vote With Your Phone? 09/30/24
China stocks saw their best rally in 16 years on Monday, with U.S. ETFs following suit as recent economic stimulus measures boosted investor optimism…
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UN General Assembly Week: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer 09/27/24
As the U.N. General Assembly wraps up, NBC’s Keir Simmons discusses Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech, protests related to the war in Israel, and the…
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Trifecta: Mark Cuban, David Tepper, & Gary Gensler 09/26/24
Investor Mark Cuban has suggested he would take SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s job, should VP Kamala Harris win the election. Both Cuban and Gensler join the show…
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Billionaire Leon Cooperman’s Bets & the DoJ Sues Visa 09/25/24
The Department of Justice is suing Visa, Boeing workers on strike have overwhelmingly opposed the company’s latest offer, and a federal judge has ruled in…
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Investor John Paulson & A 200% Tariff Threat 09/24/24
Former President Trump threatened a 200% tariff on John Deere on Monday if the company offshores production to Mexico. John Paulson, billionaire investor and…
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Minneapolis Fed Pres. Kashkari & Qualcomm’s Pitch to Intel 09/23/24
In the wake of the Federal Reserve’s 50 basis point rate cut last week, Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari discusses whether this is “mission…
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BONUS: 1x1 with SNAP CEO Evan Spiegel 9/21/24
This bonus episode of Squawk Pod, from our partners at “The Keynote” features a mogul at the forefront of innovation in social media and tech. CEO of Snap Evan…
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New CEOs at Nike & Starbucks, New ‘Grit, Wit, & Fit’ on Shark Tank 09/20/24
A new shark has joined Shark Tank: Daniel Lubetzky. Years after founding Kind Snacks, Lubetzky discusses the lessons he’s sharing with entrepreneurs seeking…
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A 50 BPS Rate Cut, Intel’s Lawsuit, & Boeing’s Strike 09/19/24
In a move that largely surprised economists, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point, the first cut in four years. Former Fed Vice…
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Speaker Johnson, Mark Duplass, & Getting SALT Back 09/18/24
The House of Representatives is voting on a stopgap funding bill–but Washington expects it to fail. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) discusses the voter…
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Debating Economic Proposals & Paying $40K for Health Care 09/17/24
Amazon is calling all employees back to the office 5 days a week, your Apple Watch can now detect sleep apnea, and TikTok is in an uphill battle in US courts…
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TikTok in Court, Trumponomics 2.0, & iPhone 16 Demand 09/16/24
After an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life, CNBC’s Eamon Javers reports on the latest details, the suspect, and the…
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Boeing Strikes, DEI Rollbacks, & China Week on the Hill 09/13/24
Over 30,000 Boeing employees are on strike after the workers union rejected its negotiated contract. After “China week” on Capitol Hill, Rep. Raja…
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JD Vance, In Between Debates 09/12/24
Senator and Vice Presidential Candidate JD Vance discusses former President Donald Trump’s plans for the economy, the impact of tariffs, and the urgency of…
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Winning the Undecideds & Remembering Our History 09/11/24
CNBC’s Eamon Javers and pollster Frank Luntz help digest the fireworks of the Presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President…
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Tariffs, Taxes, & Spooky Season Movies 09/10/24
China tariffs and tax reform are key topics in the 2024 election–and in the first debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald…
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Tax Free Tips, Beetlejuice, & AI, an Independent Agent 09/09/24
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump both agree on tax free tips for service workers. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) shares his take on…
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Katie Ledecky: Just Add Water 9/6/24
The most decorated American woman in Olympic history, Katie Ledecky has written a memoir, “Just Add Water.” In a special interview with Andrew Ross Sorkin…
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Mark Cuban on the Harris Tax Plan 9/5/24
Investor and entrepreneur Mark Cuban discusses VP Kamala Harris’ new tax proposal: a 28% capital gains tax. Based on his conversations with the Harris…
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A Chip Dive, Tax Ideas, & Price Tags in Tennis 9/4/24
The Department of Justice has issued a subpoena to Nvidia over antitrust practices; shares of the chipmaking giant fell 9% in the session, losing more than any…
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Pressure in Israel, Plans at the Border, & Disney Not on DirecTV 9/3/24
Over the weekend, Hamas killed 6 hostages in Rafah, heightening the pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu and escalating the Middle East conflict. “The Genius…
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Late Summer Travels & Public Health 08/30/24
Heading into Labor Day Weekend, The Points Guy Brian Kelly explains generational travel trends and airport efficiency. Plus, cases of mosquito-borne viruses…
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Nvidia Reports! And Berkshire Hits $1T 08/29/24
Nvidia reported surging demand for its chips, but after much anticipation around the company’s Q2 report, Wall Street was unimpressed. Semiconductors are part…
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Robert Kraft on the NFL’s $12B Deal & Warren Buffett’s BofA Sale 08/28/24
NFL owners have voted to allow private equity firms to invest at up to 10% of a team stake. Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, explains the…
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Paramount’s Path, Space Walk Evolution, & Zuckerberg’s Letter 08/27/24
Edgar Bronfman has dropped his bid for Paramount Global, clearing the way for a merger with Skydance. Media watcher Rich Greenfield explains that the hardest…
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Vivek Ramaswamy, Labor Day Gas Prices, & Rate Cuts A’Comin’ 08/26/24
Former Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy is now a surrogate for the Trump campaign. 70 days before the election, Ramaswamy takes on Democratic nominee…
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DNC Wrap-Up with Elizabeth Warren & Q2 Eats with Cava CEO 08/23/24
After the Democratic National Convention’s final night, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) defends Democratic Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris’ economic plan in…
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The Harris Economy, DNC Night 3 and Peloton’s Pickup 08/22/24
The third night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago featured speeches from Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, former President Bill Clinton, Oprah…
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Target CEO on Revenues & the Obamas in Chicago 08/21/24
Target has reported a strong second quarter. CEO Brian Cornell shares the results, what he’s seeing from inflation-squeezed shoppers, and his perspective on…
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The DNC Night One: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries 08/20/24
The 2024 Democratic National Convention is underway in Chicago. CNBC's Megan Cassella breaks down the first night's key moments, including speeches from…
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Taking on Price Gouging & Understanding Mpox 08/19/24
In the latest chapter of a volatile month for equities, the S&P rallied nearly 4% for its best week since 2023. High prices for basics like eggs are still…
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Realtor Commissions, Epic Gaming, & Crypto for Politicians 08/16/24
Real estate agent commission rules change on Saturday, after the National Association of Realtors’ landmark $418m settlement in March. CNBC’s Diana Olick…
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Influencers & Elections, The White House & Drug Pricing 08/15/24
For the first time, the US government has negotiated down drug prices for ten of Medicare’s most expensive prescriptions. CNBC’s Bertha Coombs reports on the…
Squawk PodSneak Peek: The Crimes of Putin's Trader
“The Crimes of Putin’s Trader,” hosted and reported by CNBC Senior Washington Correspondent Eamon Javers, explores the secret life of a young Russian oligarch…
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Life Bets with Nate Silver & Social Security’s Security 08/14/24
FiveThirtyEight founder and political prognosticator Nate Silver is out with a new book, “On the Edge: The Art of Risking Everything.” Silver discusses the…
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Starbucks Switch with Mellody Hobson; Fanatics Fest 08/13/24
Starbucks' lead independent director Mellody Hobson on the coffee giant’s stunning decision to replace CEO Laxman Narashimhan with Chipotle’s leader Brian…
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It’s the Economy, 2024. The Fed’s Autonomy, Taxing Tips and Vivek Ramaswamy on Voters 08/12/24
Pressure is intensifying on Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav to deliver shareholder value after taking a $9.1 billion impairment charge on the decline…