Deal or No Deal with NYT’s Tom Friedman; Vaccines, Strains, & Safety with Dr. Atul Gawande
After last minute input from President Trump, the $900B relief bill passed by Congress may be back to the negotiating table. The New York Times Columnist Tom Friedman shares why the situation is “suboptimal” across the board, and he discusses what’s next for lawmakers and Americans awaiting aid. Surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and staff writer for The New Yorker Dr. Atul Gawande discusses coronavirus risks ahead of the holidays and the likelihood of a Covid mutation spreading worldwide. Plus, the last days of the holiday shopping season are upon us, and Fanatics Executive Chairman Michael Rubin says the pandemic has accelerated demand for e-commerce options. Head of the sports swag e-retailer quizzes the Squawk team on the season’s most popular merchandise, and considers the tough road ahead for logistics companies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
23 Joulu 202038min
The Self-Driving Apple of Tim Cook’s Eye, & Relief, “A Christmas Miracle”
Apple’s efforts to get its own electric passenger vehicle on the road might finally be picking up speed. The Sunday Times West Coast Correspondent Danny Fortson discusses reports that Apple’s taking on Tesla with its own EV, how the tech giant will do it, and why it makes sense. Plus, Congress has finally passed a $900B relief package for Americans. Representatives Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) discuss their work in the Problem Solvers Caucus to bridge the partisan divide and get a deal done. Plus, Peloton’s expanding and the Squawk team is dancing for holiday joy. Sort of. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
22 Joulu 202027min
Covid’s New Strain; University Tuitions Freezing Over; Tracking Wealth Threats
New strains of the Covid-19 virus have been found in Britain and South Africa and doctors are warning it could be even more contagious than the original strain. Former FDA commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb discusses what a mutated strain of coronavirus means for vaccine efforts and a global recovery. The pandemic has prompted higher education institutions to rethink tuition costs, and Purdue University has found a way to freeze its costs for a decade. Purdue President Mitch Daniels explains prioritizing safety and academic integrity throughout the pandemic and beyond. Plus, the wealthy are planning for a prosperous new year amid the threat of taxes and the ongoing coronavirus risks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
21 Joulu 202030min
(Vaccine) Jabs at the White House
Vice President Mike Pence received the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine in a televised appearance today in an effort to boost public confidence in its effectiveness. President-elect Joe Biden could be vaccinated as soon as next week. As the country awaits final approval for Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine, former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb raises concerns about the shot supply and volume. CNBC's Meg Tirrell explains the imminent vaccine rollouts that could keep the U.S. on target for its distribution goals. Plus, Jim Cramer joins Joe Kernen and Andrew Ross Sorkin in a Friday chat about resisting social temptation in the pandemic and taking on ConEd in the wee hours. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
18 Joulu 202038min
HHS Secretary Alex Azar; Media Deal Mogul Aryeh Bourkoff
As the U.S. works to ensure efficient and effective vaccine distribution, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar urges Americans to remain cautious while they hope for a healthier future. Officials are recommending pared down holiday celebrations, and the first round of vaccine recipients are lining up to get--and showcase--the jab. Plus, the dealmaker behind the Viacom-CBS merger, Verizon’s purchase of Yahoo!, and the Snap IPO has unveiled his expectations for mergers and acquisitions in 2021. LionTree’s Aryeh Bourkoff shares his projections for media, media deals, and SPACs in the year to come. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
17 Joulu 202033min
Vaccine Rollout; Russian Hack; Who are you Calling Overweight?
Only 5% to 20% of the coronavirus antibody drugs that have been shipped across the U.S. are being used to treat people who are infected according to CNBC’s Senior Health & Science reporter, Meg Tirrell. Former FDA Commissioner, Dr. Scott Gottlieb. says some states may struggle with last-mile logistics of getting therapeutics to patients and administering Covid vaccines. He said “you’re going to see some stark differences in accessibility across the states” as shots become available for Americans who are not health-care workers or residents of long-term care facilities. Multiple government agencies and U.S. companies were infiltrated through software updates from SolarWinds in a massive cyber-attack that’s believed to have been backed by Russia. Theresa Payton, CEO of cybersecurity firm Fortalice Solutions and former White House chief information officer in the George W. Bush Administration, advises all organizations to do a ‘proactive threat hunt’ of data. Plus, an analyst at JPMorgan downgrades United Airlines from overweight to underweight...as Joe Kernen also watches his weight. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
16 Joulu 202030min
Buffett on Small Business: ‘It’s an economic war’
Berkshire Hathaway Chairman Warren Buffett and Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon address the biggest challenges facing the backbone of the American economy: the thousands of small businesses struggling with no sign of federal relief. “It’s an economic war,” says America’s best-known investor, about the uneven prospects of recovery for smaller firms. Buffett urges Congress to do something - now - and start with a new Paycheck Protection Program. “Just renew the PPP and get us to the end of the tunnel.” A bipartisan group in Congress released $908 billion legislation yesterday for economic stimulus. The proposal includes about $300 billion to support small businesses, a group exceptionally hard-hit by the economic slowdown of the pandemic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
15 Joulu 202026min
D-Day; Pfizer CEO on Vaccine Roll-out: ‘Trust science’
An historic day after months of research and clinical trials, the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine delivery is underway, with millions of doses being distributed across the country. CNBC Senior Health & Science Reporter Meg Tirrell joins Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin with special guest Pfizer CEO, Albert Bourla. Bourla describes the rollout of the life-saving inoculation, reaching dosing goals and combating vaccine hesitancy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
14 Joulu 202036min
