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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 the Vice Presidential debate. Plus, activist investor Dan Loeb is asking Disney to bet even bigger on Disney+.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8 Loka 202037min

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 oil prices. Plus, the team remembers guitar legend Eddie Van Halen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

7 Loka 202032min

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, 2020’s Nobel Prize winners in Medicine and Physics; it’s not 2020, it’s a black hole discovery.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6 Loka 202039min

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, and Regeneron CEO Dr. Leonard Schleifer discusses the status of the monoclonal antibody cocktail that was approved by the FDA for “compassionate use” in President Trump’s treatment.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

5 Loka 202037min

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 the $2.2 trillion Democratic coronavirus stimulus bill Thursday night, but Republicans oppose the package and bipartisan discussion continues. Plus, 661,000 jobs were created in September, a disappointing number in the last Jobs Friday before November 3rd. CNBC’s Jim Cramer joins Joe Kernen, Andrew Ross Sorkin, and Melissa Lee to discuss the many factors contributing to market movements this week.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2 Loka 202025min

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 for Palantir’s investors. Plus, biting into “bread” at Subway.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 Loka 202030min

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 trust of his audience. Available to listen daily by 8:30pm ET / 5:30pm PT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 Loka 202049min

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.” Plus, a conversation with CNBC anchor Shepard Smith ahead of “The News with Shepard Smith” debut tonight at 7PM ET on CNBC.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

30 Syys 202041min