Antitrust Trial of (This) Century: DOJ vs. Google; China’s Moves around Taiwan 9/22/23
Over the next few months, the DOJ and a collection of state attorneys general will make their case to a D.C. District Court judge for why Google has allegedly violated anti-monopoly law through exclusive agreements with mobile phone manufacturers and browser makers to make its search engine the default for consumers. Tim Wu, Columbia University Law School professor and former Biden administration antitrust advisor, discusses the ongoing Google antitrust trial and why he believes the trial will re-write our future. Admiral James Stavridis, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, discusses the current state of China-Taiwan tensions and the risk of a potential conflict in the region. Plus,the Republican stalemate over government funding continues and roughly 12,700 UAW workers are currently on strike, but the movement is spreading to more plants. Additional links: Check out Harry Wilson, former senior member of President Obama’s auto industry tax force, offering lessons from previous auto strikes, recently on Squawk Box. Tim Wu: 12:50James Stavridis: 22:04In this episode:Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
22 Sep 202327min
Writers Strike Optimism & Bank Stocks “Univestable” 9/21/23
The Federal Reserve held rates steady but pointed to another hike this year. CNBC’s Steve Liesman discusses the Fed’s latest decision. Steve Eisman, the “Big Short” investor who called and profited from the subprime mortgage crisis, says he’s staying away from bank stocks. The Neuberger Berman senior portfolio manager, also discussed the latest market trends, the Fed’s inflation fight, the state of the banking sector, and more. Plus, CNBC’s David Faber reports writers and producers are near an agreement to end the Writers Guild of America strike after meeting face-to-face yesterday.Here is the episode of Glenn Close speaking at Berkshire Hathaway’s shareholder meeting on the Hollywood writers strike and A.I. This episode published May 6th, 2023: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/squawk-pod/id1480890290?i=1000612150771Steve Liesman - 8:28Steve Eisman - 16:34David Faber - 29:25In this episode:David Faber, @davidfaberSteve Liesman, @steveliesmanJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
21 Sep 202334min
Disney Parks, Neuralink Brain Implants, & Four-Day Workweeks 9/20/23
Disney CEO Bob Iger has announced plans to expand investment in parks and cruises; New York Times columnist and “Disney War” author James Stewart unpacks the House of Mouse’s new strategy, as well as Iger’s leadership. Yale lecturer and journalist Joanne Lipman examines the pros and cons of a four-day work week in light of employee unrest in the American workforce, from the UAW to SAG-AFTRA and beyond. Plus, Elon Musk’s Neuralink is looking for brain implant trial subjects, Microsoft is making a fresh push into gaming, and the maker of Marlboro is rethinking its venture into pharma. Jim Stewart 11:32Joanne Lipman 23:03 In this episode:Joanne Lipman, @joannelipmanJames Stewart, @JamesStewartNYTAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
20 Sep 202329min
Instacart’s IPO, Cybercrimes at Clorox, & Musk’s ‘X’ on a Free Platform 9/19/23
After nearly a decade, Instacart investors are finally getting their exit. Reddit co-founder and 776 founder Alexis Ohanian was one of Instacart’s early investors, and he explains the headwinds and tailwinds facing the business on the day of its long-awaited IPO. In the wake of cyber breaches at Clorox, MGM, and Caesars, cybersecurity CEO Kevin Mandia explains the network of cybercriminals targeting corporations and the cyber defense strategies that will thwart attackers. Mandia led FireEye and is now CEO of Mandiant, a cyber threat intelligence subsidiary of Google. Plus, Elon Musk might start charging users to post on X, and UAW strikers continue their push against US automakers. Leslie Picker - 13:28Alexis Ohanian - 19:33Kevin Mandia - 31:04 In this episode:Alexis Ohanian, @alexisohanianKevin Mandia, @MandiantLeslie Picker, @LesliePickerAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
19 Sep 202336min
Tesla’s Stake in the Big 3 Strike & Fmr. Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer 9/18/23
The United Auto Workers' strike against General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, which makes cars under the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram brands, has entered its fourth day. CNBC’s Phil LeBeau reports on the demands from both sides, and The Wall Street Joural’s Tim Higgins explains how Elon Musk’s Tesla is involved (by not being involved), as well as President Biden’s role. Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, now founder of USAFacts, discusses DC’s recent tech and political summit on AI and innovation’s regulatory framework. To listen to more from our coverage of the AI forum, hosted in the U.S. Senate, check out this recent episode. Steve Ballmer also answers our questions about tax policy, after presidential candidate Sen. Tim Scott, (R-SC) recently joined Squawk Box and said he wanted to make tax cuts permanent. Plus, Instacart is going public and House Republicans released a short-term bill to avert a government shutdown until Oct. 31st. Steve Ballmer - 12:42Phil Lebeau - 31:06Tim Higgins - 34:54 In this episode:Tim Higgins, @timkhigginsSteve Ballmer, @Steven_BallmerPhil LeBeau, @LebeaucarnewsAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
18 Sep 202341min
The UAW Strike with GM CEO Mary Barra & the Secret to Happiness with Arthur Brooks 9/15/23
Thousands of United Auto Workers members are now on strike after the big three Detroit automakers GM, Ford, and Stellantis failed to reach deals with the union by their deadline. CEO of General Motors Mary Barra explains to CNBC’s Phil LeBeau why she’s frustrated with the negotiations. Plus, host of “How to Build a Happy Life,” Harvard professor, The Atlantic contributing writer, and now co-author of a new book with Oprah Winfrey, Arthur Brooks has dedicated his career to cracking the code on happiness. He explains how we can change the way we think about success and the way we look at ourselves to unlock and build a better life. Mary Barra - 11:55Arthur Brooks - 19:01 In this episode:Arthur Brooks, @arthurbrooksPhil LeBeau, @LebeaucarnewsAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
15 Sep 202331min
DC’s “Light Touch” on AI, Gen Z’s Good Vibes, and Autoworkers’ Bitter Battle of Words 9/14/23
Tech CEOs traveled to Washington, D.C. for a one-of-a-kind closed-door meeting with Senators on the rising regulatory implications of artificial intelligence. One of the lawmakers who organized the session, Sen. Todd Young (R-IN), argues that there is an “appropriate” role for government in determining the future of AI. The death of hope for Generation Z is greatly exaggerated, says NYU Stern School of Business Professor Suzy Welch, breaking out new data from Gallup. She asserts that the young Americans entering the workforce, or about to, are more optimistic than the olds think. Plus, what the looming auto worker strike tells us about the economy and how working Americans feel. The Delta Sky Club just got harder to get past the gatekeeper, and Arby’s has the meats! Or, does it? Todd Young - 18:19Suzy Welch - 25:21In this episode: Todd Young, @SenToddYoungSuzy Welch, @suzywelchAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
14 Sep 202332min
Ron Baron: Mars, Musk, & Making Money 9/13/23
Billionaire buy-and-hold investor Ron Baron discusses his–and his clients’--many millions betting on Elon Musk. One of Tesla’s biggest bulls, Baron discusses his stakes in the EV company and in SpaceX, as well as his expectations for Mars exploration and for X’s evolution. Plus, OTC cold medicine doesn’t work, the United Auto Workers union is planning a strike in Detroit, and the consumer price index made its biggest monthly gain of the year, up 3.7% from last year. Ron Baron - 13:19In this episode:Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
13 Sep 202331min
