Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

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5 Stories We Are Following Today 7-21-25 Jul 21, 2025

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This episode covers five key stories including strong year-to-date gains for the S&P and NASDAQ, Stellantis’s $2.7 billion projected loss, Domino’s solid sales growth, and NVIDIA’s rise to the top spot in market capitalization.

Stuart Healthcare and Its Bankruptcy 7-19-25 Jul 19, 2025

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In this episode, Scott discusses the tricky situation of Stuart Healthcare’s current bankruptcy.

Health Insurers Tank 7-19-25 Jul 19, 2025

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Today, Scott discusses the increased political and economic tensions on the largest insurance companies in the U.S., including Elevance and UnitedHealth.

The Colbert Show 7-18-25 Jul 18, 2025

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Today, Scott discusses the surprise and abrupt announcement of The Colbert Show’s cancellation on Thursday.

Lucid Motors Goes from Worst to First 7-18-25 Jul 18, 2025

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Today, Scott shares how Lucid stock went up 36% yesterday on the concept that they will develop self-driving cars with Uber.

Powell vs. Trump Part 39 7-18-25 Jul 18, 2025

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This episode goes into the ongoing attacks and pushes against Fed Chairman Powell by President Trump. The current issue is cost overruns at the Fed headquarters.

Stories to Follow Today 7-18-25 Jul 18, 2025

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Scott shares stories he’s following today including The Colbert Show ending, Netflix topping earnings despite a slight stock downturn, and the market hitting record highs this week.

Three Mental Stages in Life 7-17-25 Jul 17, 2025

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In this episode, Scott breaks down his personal philosophy of the different stages of business in life, and how each translates to his sense of purpose and fulfillment.

The Myth of the “Entrepreneur or Bust” Mentality 7-17-25 Jul 17, 2025

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Today, Scott breaks down the idea that you must be an entrepreneur to be successful, and how a regular 9-5 or salaried position at an already established company can provide very positive structure, work-life balance, and security while still offering fulfillment and professional success.

Eight Stories We Are Following Today 7-16-25 Jul 16, 2025

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Today, Scott shares eight stories worth following, including the producer price index coming in flat after an elevated June consumer price index and Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America all reporting increased earnings today.