AstraZeneca in the Vaccine Race; Ballots in Georgia
AstraZeneca’s Covid vaccine is the third one to prove highly effective in late-stage trials. AstraZeneca Executive Vice President Ruud Dobber explains differentiators of his company’s vaccine, and why between his company, Pfizer, and Moderna, he has high hopes for an accessible vaccine. New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman discusses the next steps in the race for a vaccine and in the Presidential transition. Plus, political pollster and strategist Frank Luntz unpacks what’s at stake on the ballots in Georgia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
23 Nov 202037min
Covid Milestones: Eli Lilly CEO on Antiviral Approval, Pfizer’s FDA Application, & Getting Back to the Movies
Pfizer is submitting its application to the FDA for emergency use of its Covid-19 vaccine. If approved, administration of the vaccine could begin before the end of the year. The FDA has approved emergency use of Eli Lilly’s arthritis drug baricitinib in combination with Gilead’s remdesivir to treat Covid-19 patients. Eli Lilly CEO David Ricks and CNBC’s Meg Tirrell discuss distribution, supply, and the path to approval for coronavirus treatments. Plus, IMAX CEO Richard Gelfond is planning ahead for theater reopenings around the world. He shares his own outlook for entertainment, in-person movies, and safety post-pandemic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
20 Nov 202023min
SEC Chairman Exit Interview; Vaccine Supply & Distribution; David Boies & an Uncontestable Election
David Boies, the lawyer who counseled former Vice President Al Gore in the 2000 election Florida recount, says President Trump will be unable to overturn the 2020 election results. Covid-19 cases are rising with hopes for an effective vaccine. In light of positive news from Pfizer, Moderna, and AstraZeneca, former Aetna CEO Mark Bertolini considers the current plans for managing supply and distribution and offers his own method as an alternative. SEC Chairman Jay Clayton is leaving his post after 3 years. In his exit interview on CNBC, he weighs in on cryptocurrency, the SPAC frenzy, and the next disruptors to the US financial system. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
19 Nov 202037min
Boeing’s 737 Max Returns; Pfizer’s Covid Vaccine Proves 95% Effective
As Covid cases rise and states impose new curfews to stem the spread, Pfizer & BioNtech have unveiled their coronavirus vaccine’s final data analysis. Their vaccine proved 95% effective in preventing the coronavirus, higher than preliminary data originally revealed. Former FDA Commissioner and Pfizer board member Dr. Scott Gottlieb discusses the bumpy but significantly shorter road to the end of the pandemic. He addresses next steps for lawmakers, Moderna, and Pfizer as they strategize vaccine supply and distribution. Plus, the Federal Aviation Administration has cleared the Boeing 737 Max to fly again, 20 months after it grounded the aircraft in the wake of two deadly crashes. In a CNBC exclusive interview, FAA Administrator Steve Dickson recounts the plane’s extensive safety reviews, discusses the journey ahead to restore confidence in the aircraft, and addresses concerns about his own agency’s relationship with Boeing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
18 Nov 202032min
Buffett’s Quarterly Bets; Tesla’s Index Inclusion; Amazon’s Drug Biz; Newsmax’s Editorial Appeal
The S&P 500 will finally add Tesla to its index in mid-December. Elon Musk’s electric vehicle company now tops $400B in market cap. Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway made some changes to its equity portfolio in the last quarter, trimming its stakes in Apple and JPMorgan and betting on drug stocks and T-Mobile. Amazon is jumping into the pharmacy business with online prescription fulfillment and delivery for Prime members. Plus, conservative Americans may be seeking new media platforms; Newsmax CEO Christopher Ruddy responds to reports that his channel is a target for acquisition and defends his editorial perspective. Ruddy explains why his channel has become a Fox News alternative, and considers the prospect of “Trump TV.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
17 Nov 202027min
The 94.5%: Moderna’s Covid Vaccine with CEO Stephane Bancel
In Moderna’s ongoing clinical trial, the drugmaker’s Covid vaccine proved 94.5% effective in preventing the coronavirus. In an exclusive interview, CEO Stephane Bancel and CNBC’s Meg Tirrell discuss the news, the bright light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, and ensuring a steady supply of vaccines to those who need it most. Plus, former Citigroup chairman and former Time Warner CEO Richard Parsons considers what the vaccine would mean for American business, what a contested election would mean for the country’s future, and what the pandemic’s disruption to sports and entertainment will mean for media and content providers in the years to come. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
16 Nov 202039min
Reddit Co-Founder Alexis Ohanian; A Pitch for Restaurant Rescue
Social media entrepreneur and venture capitalist Alexis Ohanian urges Americans to consider the role social platforms should play in society. He examines where the Internet started, where it’s going, and how the “levers of power should be wielded.” He and Aylon Steinhart, founder of plant-based ice cream company Eclipse, outline a positive outlook for the startups and entrepreneurs who’ll emerge from the collective trauma and chaos of 2020. Restaurateur Cameron Mitchell operates over 30 establishments across the country, but he needs additional government stimulus to keep his business afloat. Plus, CNBC’s Robert Frank reports that the wealthy are hoping to pay for early access to Covid vaccines, and Elon Musk reports that his own Covid tests are testing his patience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
13 Nov 202038min
The Parley on Parler; The Bull Market with Morgan Stanley’s Mike Wilson
Parler, a new social media platform that touts itself as a less censored alternative to Facebook and Twitter, is rising in popularity, particularly among conservative Americans. The Anti-Defamation League’s Jonathan Greenblatt says Parler’s free speech mission might be leaving too wide an opening for harmful content. Morgan Stanley’s Mike Wilson says this bull market has a long way to run, both in timing and pricing; he offers investors some cautionary advice. Plus, former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb discusses rising Covid cases and the impact on the health care system across the nation. He considers the risks for Americans hoping to celebrate Thanksgiving in groups. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
12 Nov 202041min
