
Warren Buffett & the Berkshire Hathaway 2025 Meeting Part 2: The Exit 5/3/25
In the second of two extended episodes, listeners hear the news that will come to define Berkshire Hathaway’s 2025 Annual Shareholder Meeting: Warren Buffett plans to step down at year-end. In another two hours of questions and answers, Buffett shares his thoughts on his recommendation for successor, Greg Abel, as well as Berkshire Hathaway’s cash pile. Then, CNBC’s Becky Quick and Mike Santoli discuss Berkshire’s succession plan and the highlights from the meeting with board member Ron Olson. Representative French Hill (R-AR) and his son also join the team, having attended the annual meeting for decades. Listener’s Guide:Warren Buffett plans to step down at year-end - 1:57:10Berkshire board member Ron Olson - 2:16:12Rep. French Hill b block 2:37:00
3 Maj 2h 50min

Warren Buffett & the Berkshire Hathaway 2025 Meeting Part 1 5/3/25
In the first of two special supersized episodes, Warren Buffett answers Berkshire Hathaway shareholder questions for hours. Hear the Oracle of Omaha’s entire exchange with the tens of thousands of shareholders in Nebraska for this year’s meeting, including his perspective on global tariffs, his comments to Apple CEO Tim Cook, Berkshire’s cash pile, and his thoughts on investing in Japan. Plus, CNBC’s Becky Quick and Mike Santoli sit down with special guests at the meeting, including Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick, Irv Blumkin, CEO of Nebraska Furniture Mart, and Berkshire Automotive CEO Jeff Rachor. Listener’s guide:Artisan Partners’ David Samra - 8:10CNBC’s Steve Kovach - 17:00Berkshire Automotive CEO Jeff Rachor - 25:05Q&A Session 1 begins - 32:17Warren Buffett addresses Apple CEO Tim Cook - 39:00Warren Buffett addresses tariffs - 49:27Warren Buffett addresses Japan - 55:17Halftime Show with CNBC’s Becky Quick & Mike Santoli - 3:02:11Irv Blumkin, CEO of Nebraska Furniture Mart C block - 3:13:13Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick C block - 3:20:24Berkshire portfolio managers - 3:17:36Katie Kramer and shareholder - 3:27:46
3 Maj 3h 28min

Remembering Charlie Munger: A Life of Wit and Wisdom Part 2 5/2/25
“I’m an accidental guru.” He was irreverent, he was focused, he was one of the world’s most successful investors, and he was one of a kind. Billionaire investor Charlie Munger, the longtime right-hand man and close friend of Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett, died a few weeks shy of what would have been his 100th birthday. Becky Quick, Squawk Box co-host, interviewed Munger two weeks before his death in his home in Los Angeles. In Part 2 of this special conversation, Charlie Munger reflects on the childhood traumas that shaped him and the investing wins and losses that made his career. For more, revisit our 2021 Squawk Pod series, Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger: A Wealth of Wisdom. Squawk Pod is produced by Katie Kramer, Cameron Costa, Karoline Rouhotas and Zach Vallese. CNBC’s Managing Editor is Lacy O’Toole. John Lazration edited this podcast series.
2 Maj 45min

Remembering Charlie Munger: A Life of Wit and Wisdom Part 1 5/2/25
“I’m an accidental guru.” He was irreverent, he was focused, he was one of the world’s most successful investors, and he was one of a kind. Billionaire investor Charlie Munger, the longtime right-hand man and close friend of Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett, died a few weeks shy of what would have been his 100th birthday. Becky Quick, Squawk Box co-host, interviewed Munger two weeks before his death in his home in Los Angeles. In the first part of this special conversation, Charlie Munger reflects on his century of life and the perspective and knowledge he gained in his final years. For more, revisit our 2021 Squawk Pod series, Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger: A Wealth of Wisdom. Squawk Pod is produced by Katie Kramer, Cameron Costa, Karoline Rouhotas and Zach Vallese. CNBC’s Managing Editor is Lacy O’Toole. John Lazration edited this podcast series.
2 Maj 33min

In Omaha: Berkshire Hathaway’s 2025 Meeting with Sue Decker 5/2/25
Berkshire Hathaway lead director Sue Decker sits down with Becky Quick in Omaha, Nebraska, ahead of the annual shareholders meeting, where Warren Buffett will hold court. Decker discusses her board directorships at Berkshire and Costco, as well as Warren Buffett’s leadership. Tune into CNBC’s TV and digital channels this weekend to catch every minute of the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting coverage. Sue Decker - 04:00In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
2 Maj 12min

In Omaha: Berkshire Hathaway’s 2025 Meeting with Mario Gabelli 5/2/25
Becky Quick is in Omaha, Nebraska, awaiting the tens of thousands of Berkshire Hathaway investors attending the company’s annual shareholders meeting, where Warren Buffett will hold court. Longtime Berkshire shareholder and GAMCO CEO Mario Gabelli stops by for an extended conversation about the markets, media consolidation, and Warren Buffett’s leadership. Tune into CNBC’s TV and digital channels this weekend to catch every minute of the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting coverage. Mario Gabelli - 04:49In this episode:Mario Gabelli, @MarioGabelliBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
2 Maj 18min

In Omaha: Berkshire Hathaway’s 2025 Meeting with Brooks & See’s 5/2/25
We bring you to Omaha, Nebraska, ahead of the tens of thousands of Berkshire shareholders that make the pilgrimage to Warren Buffett every spring. At this “Woodstock for Capitalists,” Berkshire’s 60+ portfolio companies sell limited edition and specialty wares to Buffett acolytes. See’s Candy CEO Pat Egan is ready to satisfy sweet-loving shareholders with 24,603 pounds and 41,156 units of product, and Brooks Running CEO Dan Sheridan has special, limited edition sneakers, just for this year’s meeting. Sheridan discusses the impact tariffs have had on his production, and both Berkshire portfolio company CEOs share their excitement for another festival of business. Tune into CNBC’s TV and digital channels this weekend to catch every minute of the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting coverage. Dan Sheridan - 11:57Pat Egan - 19:00 In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
2 Maj 20min

GM CEO Mary Barra & NEC Director Kevin Hassett on China Trade 5/1/25
China has acknowledged that the Trump administration has reached out to negotiate tariffs, potentially signalling openness to a deal. CNBC’s Eunice Yoon in Beijing discusses the latest developments, and warns that Chinese people and businesses believe they can weather a trade war storm. On the White House North Lawn, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett discusses the state of the U.S.-China trade negotiations along with President Trump’s tariff policy. CNBC’s Phil LeBeau and General Motors chair and CEO Mary Barra discuss the company’s new 2025 guidance, the impact of President Trump’s auto tariffs and bringing auto manufacturing back to the U.S. Plus, Tesla has denied a Wall Street Journal report that its board was searching for a replacement for chief executive Elon Musk.In this episode:Kevin Hassett - 18:05Mary Barra - 34:45 In this episode:Eunice Yoon, @onlyyoontvMary Barra, @mtbarraJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY
1 Maj 41min