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Companies like SiriusXM and Sonos are using AI chat bots to make customer service experiences “delightful,” thanks to new conversational AI technology from Sierra. The company’s Co-Founders Bret Taylor, who is also the Chairman of OpenAI, and Clay Bavor discuss the new technology and the competitive AI landscape. Next, Tesla held its highly anticipated Cybercab event last night and CNBC’s Phil LeBeau recaps what we learned – and didn’t learn – about the new Cybercab and Robovan. Plus, AMD launched a new AI chip to rival Nvidia’s, Pres. Biden urged Congress to pass Hurricane Milton relief funding, and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stops by the Squawk Box set for a surprise appearance! Brett Taylor & Clay Bavor 11:29   Phil LeBeau 27:15 In this episode:Bret Taylor, @btaylorPhil LeBeau, @LebeaucarnewsBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

11 Okt 202432min

Hurricane Milton hit Florida overnight as a Category 3 storm, leaving millions without power. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses the recovery efforts and federal response in his state after experiencing two hurricanes in a row. Walmart U.S. President and CEO John Furner joins from the company’s emergency command center to talk about Walmart’s efforts to help victims of both storms. Next, Arthur Brooks, Harvard Kennedy School professor and former AEI president, says as we head into election day, the more you pay attention to politics, the more unhappy you will be. Plus, CNBC’s Robert Frank gives insight on Fmr. President Donald Trump’s promise to end ‘double taxation’ for Americans living abroad and Fed officials are divided on whether to cut rates by half a point in September. John Furner 13:00Gov. Ron DeSantis 18:28Albert Brooks 30:48 In this episode:Robert Frank, @robtfrankGov. Ron DeSantis, @GovRonDeSantisArthur Brooks, @arthurbrooksBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

10 Okt 202440min

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, Budget Committee Chair Rep. Jodey Arrington, (R) Texas, weighs in. Next, Carson Daly, host of “The Voice” and co-host of the “TODAY” show, talks about tackling mental health issues alongside Phil Schermer, CEO of Project Healthy Minds, as the organization prepares for its World Mental Health Day festival and gala tomorrow. Plus, Hurricane Milton is set to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast between Wednesday night and early Thursday morning and the Dept. of Justice is considering a breakup of Google as an antitrust remedy. Eamon Javers - 07:18Rep. Jodey Arrington - 17:32Carson Daly & Phil Schermer - 31:56 In this episode:Rep. Jodey Arrington, @RepArringtonPhil Schermer, @philschermerBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

9 Okt 202436min

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 appearances, including an interview on “60 Minutes” on Monday. Next, Rep. Chuck Edwards, (R) North Carolina, discusses the Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in his district and the difficulty of accessing reliable on-the-ground information about the storm amid a rise in misinformation. For a list of hurricane relief resources to help the Helene victims, visit edwards.house.gov/helpWNC. Plus, Tampa braces for Hurricane Milton and Hindenburg Research shorts Roblox, alleging the company inflates user metrics to investors and has insufficient safeguards for its child gamers. Frank Luntz 12:17Rep. Chuck Edwards 27:23 In this episode: Frank Luntz, @FrankLuntzRep. Chuck Edwards, @RepChuckEdwardsBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

8 Okt 202430min

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, according to a new report by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. Retired Goldman Sachs Partner Abby Joseph Cohen discusses the state of the economy and the election’s impact on the markets. Next, on the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attacks against Israel, Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt talks about the rise in antisemitism in the past year and how to honor the lives lost. Plus, Starboard Value has taken a roughly $1 billion stake in Pfizer and Trump returned to Butler, Pa. this weekend for a rally after the assassination attempt this summer at that same location. Megan Cassella - 16:31Abby Joseph Cohen - 21:13Jonathan Greenblatt - 34:42 In this episode:Megan Cassella, @mmcassellaJonathan Greenblatt, @JGreenblattADLBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

7 Okt 202442min

The commodities exchange KalshiEx has resumed accepting wagers on the outcome of the 2024 congressional election after a federal appeals court lifted a previous hold. Tarek Mansour, founder and CEO of Kalshi, discusses the potential impact to the current state of the election betting market. And, OpenAI announced a major funding achievement, securing $6.6 billion and reaching a post-money valuation of $157 billion, setting a competitive stage against Elon Musk's AI company, xAI. Walter Isaacson, author and Tulane professor, weighs in on the AI technology race between Elon Musk and Sam Altman. Plus, CNBC’s Frank Holland breaks down the significant labor negotiation concluded with U.S. dockworkers and the United States Maritime Alliance reaching a tentative wage agreement, extending their current contract into 2025. Tarek Mansour - 15:59Walter Issacson - 27:29 In this episode:Frank Holland, @FrankCNBCWalter Isaacson, @walterisaacsonTarek Mansour, @mansourtarek_Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinZach Vallese, @zachvallese

4 Okt 202433min

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 invoke the Taft-Hartley Act to end the strikes. Plus, CNBC’s Sharon Epperson discusses a new poll that finds that 50% of adults say the outcome of the presidential election will directly impact their personal finances. Financial analysts tell Epperson that people should have a financial planning framework no matter the election outcome. If you're looking for an advisor to help develop a framework and long-term plan, check out CNBC's 6th annual Financial Advisor 100 list, recognizing the top firms in the country. Also, Columbia Business School Professor Michel Morris discusses  his new book “Tribal,” which tackles why we are so divided and how tribalism impacts politics, the C-suite, college campuses, and more. Sharon Epperson - 12:43Sen. Capito - 16:51Michael Morris - 25:09 In this episode:Sharon Epperson, @sharon_eppersonSen. Shelley Moore Capito, @SenCapitoMichael Morris, @MichaelMorrisCUBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKlaire Odumody, @klairemarie

3 Okt 202432min

Iran launched nearly 200 missiles into Israel yesterday in retaliation for its recent killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Retired Col. and Medal of Honor Recipient Jack Jacobs discusses how Israel will respond, Iran’s nuclear capabilities, and how oil could be impacted. The Squawk Box anchors share their takeaways from the 2024 election’s only vice presidential debate last night between Sen. J.D. Vance and Gov. Tim Walz. Plus, Fmr. SEC Chairman Jay Clayton and Fmr. NEC Director Gary Cohn talk about the port workers’ strike and the debate, saying the VP candidates delivered “substance” on the issues. Col. Jack Jacobs - 04:22Gary Cohn and Jay Clayton - 26:49 In this episode:Gary Cohn, @Gary_D_CohnBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKlaire Odumody, @klairemarie

2 Okt 202437min