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Maryland Governor Wes Moore, a surrogate for Kamala Harris’ Presidential campaign, discusses Governor Tim Walz’s appeal to voters in swing states like North Carolina. A Wall Streeter turned nonprofit CEO turned governor, Moore explains what the Harris-Walz ticket means for the business community. Disney is raising prices for its streaming services; Disney CFO Hugh Johnston shares the company’s latest quarterly earnings and his vision for the entertainment industry. Plus, X is suing advertisers, and the markets are recuperating from a very volatile few sessions.  Hugh Johnston - 17:40Gov. Wes Moore - 29:16 In this episode:Gov. Wes Moore, @GovWesMooreJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

7 Aug 202436min

As the market rebounds from its sell-off, the Nikkei 225 posts its best day since October 2008. A federal U.S. judge ruled that Google has illegally held a monopoly. Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton discusses the Google antitrust ruling, the recent market sell-off, and the Fed’s interest rate decision. Nassim Taleb, Universa Investments' distinguished scientific advisor and author of ‘The Black Swan,’ weighs in on market volatility, the Fed’s inflation fight, and bitcoin’s volatility. Plus, Vice President Kamala Harris officially secured the Democratic Party’s nomination for President and has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to be her running mate. CNBC's Megan Cassella explains the calculated choice between Gov. Walz and Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro for the Democratic ticket.  Megan Cassella - 11:00Nassim Taleb - 18:09Jay Clayton - 32:34 In this episode:Megan Cassella, @mmcassellaNassim Taleb, @nntalebJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

6 Aug 202439min

U.S. stocks take a significant hit, mirroring a worldwide market downturn driven by fears of an impending U.S. recession. Part of the global market sell-off, Japan's Nikkei 225 experienced a dramatic plunge, marking its steepest drop since 1987. Tom Lee, managing partner and head of research at Fundstrat Global Advisors, offers insights into the latest market moves and the broader implications of the sell-off on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions. Then, Jeremy Siegel, professor emeritus of finance at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business and chief economist at Wisdom Tree, is calling for emergency rate cuts from the Fed. And Axios co-founder Mike Allen gives an analysis of the 2024 election and the potential impact of Vice President Kamala Harris’ upcoming vice-presidential pick. Plus, Warren Buffett dropped over 49% of Berkshire Hathaway’s stake in Apple.  Tom Lee - 12:15Jeremy Siegel - 23:14Mike Allen - 35:27 Tom Lee, @fundstratMike Allen, @mikeallenJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

5 Aug 202439min

Ralph Lauren has outfitted Team USA for nine consecutive Olympics and Paralympics since 2008, designing uniforms for the opening and closing ceremonies. Andrew Ross Sorkin sits down with Ralph Lauren CEO Patrice Louvet to discuss the company’s Olympics 2024 exposure, consumer trends, demand in China, and sports portfolio expansion. Lifestyle and social media maven Martha Stewart what she’s eating (and wearing) at the games, her Paris plans with Snoop Dogg, and the business behind her brand–marijuana and all. Plus, what’s behind this week’s global sell off, including tech Q2 results and the Fed’s latest signal. Patrice Louvet - 04:40Martha Stewart - 18:53 In this episode:Martha Stewart, @MarthaStewartBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

2 Aug 202433min

In a rare and exclusive interview, LVMH Chairman & CEO Bernard Arnault sits down with Andrew Ross Sorkin in Christian Dior’s original drawing room in Paris. LVMH is the premium sponsor of the 2024 Olympic Games, and the conglomerate’s products are everywhere: the medals, the trunks carrying the medals, the uniforms, even the champagne being served. Arnault discusses his company’s long history, its importance to France, and why the sponsorship was so important for his brand. Plus, Arnault discusses the state of luxury and consumer tastes…and his ideas for collaboration with Elon Musk. Watch LVMH’s Team France uniforms–and the LVMH medals–on Peacock and NBC, when you watch any of the Olympic games.  Bernard Arnault 6:07 In this episode:Andrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

2 Aug 202431min

Women at the 2024 Olympics are celebrating their moment. Four-time gold medalist Serena Williams says technology and social media have changed the game for female athletes that have been outperforming for years. One such social media star is rugby Olympian Ilona Maher, who shares her career goals in the wake of her team’s bronze medal win. Retired gymnast and Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses the pressure in the arenas, whether she’s competing or cheering on her teammate, Simone Biles. Plus, Athleta CEO Chris Blakeslee explains the brand’s “Power of She” campaign, which celebrates women’s strength in sports–and capitalizes on their success. Catch all the Olympics events on Peacock and NBC! Serena Williams - 02:59Ilona Maher - 06:27Aly Raisman - 11:35Chris Blakeslee - 20:04 In this episode:Andrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

1 Aug 202420min

This year, the Olympics have reached gender parity, according to the International Olympic Committee. Venture capitalist Alexis Ohanian, 776 founder and Reddit co-founder and former executive chairman, discusses his long-held belief in the business opportunity of women’s sports, as well as Athlos, his new womens-only track meet with the sport’s largest prize purse. He says, social media is an important ingredient in the rise of female athlete popularity. For Snap CEO Evan Spiegel, social media is key for the Olympics, too; Snap’s augmented reality lens is available through the official Olympics app, for fans in Paris for the Games. Spiegel discusses prospects for the LA 2028 Olympics, and his vision for a future of lenses, instead of screens. Tune into the Olympics on NBC for all the Games!Alexis Ohanian - 4:26Evan Spiegel - 17:06In this episode:Alexis Ohanian, @alexisohanianEvan Spiegel, @evanspiegelBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

31 Juli 202424min

Paris 2024 is NBCUniversal’s 18th Olympics. Brian Roberts, Comcast Chairman and CEO, and Michael Cavanagh, Comcast President, discuss the company’s broadcasting rights to the Olympic Games, state of the media landscape, NBC’s NBA rights deal, and their outlook for media and sports. Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin then look ahead to the 2028 Summer Olympics in LA with Casey Wasserman, chairman of LA 2028, the company organizing the upcoming Los Angeles games. He shares what he’s learned from France’s organization and how he’ll allocate his nearly $7B budget. Plus, en garde! The Squawk team swaps mics for sabers, taking a swing at fencing with the help of Olympians Miles Chamley-Watson and Maia Chamberlain. Catch all the Olympics events on Peacock and NBC. Brian Roberts & Michael Cavanagh - 22:51Casey Wasserman - 14:02In this episode:Becky Quick,@BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

31 Juli 202441min