Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Most Podcasts Suck 7-7-25 Jul 07, 2025

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In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the overwhelming volume of podcasts today and why so many of them struggle to hold attention.

Tesla & Elon Musk 7-7-25 Jul 07, 2025

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In this episode, Scott Becker shares his thoughts on Elon Musk’s political engagement and its impact on Tesla.

Blackstone, KKR: The Big Private Equity Funds Are Gaining Some Ground Back 7-7-25 Jul 07, 2025

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In this episode, Scott Becker shares encouraging signs from the private equity world as major firms like Blackstone and KKR recover some year-to-date losses.

The Markets Regroup After Hitting Record Highs 7-7-25 Jul 07, 2025

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In this episode, Scott Becker shares eight key updates including a market pullback after record highs, Tesla’s political turbulence, and signs of recovery in private equity.

NVIDIA, Apple, & Healthcare Stocks 7-4-25 Jul 04, 2025

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In this episode, Scott Becker discusses NVIDIA’s rapid rise toward a $4 trillion valuation, Apple’s modest recovery after early-year declines, and ongoing struggles among major healthcare stocks like Centene and UnitedHealth.

My Handicap is Real 7-4-25 Jul 04, 2025

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In this episode, Scott shares a lighthearted anecdote about a colleague whose high golf handicap is often questioned despite being accurate.

Jobs Jump, Unemployment Falls 7-4-25 Jul 04, 2025

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In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the latest jobs report and its impact on interest rate expectations.

Trump vs. Powell: Part Four 7-3-25 Jul 03, 2025

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In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the ongoing tension between President Trump and Fed Chair Jerome Powell, highlighting Powell’s commitment to fighting inflation through sustained interest rates and the political pushback he faces from Trump.

The Big Big Bill & Politics in America 7-3-25 Jul 03, 2025

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In this episode, Scott Becker examines how periods of single-party control in Washington often lead to sweeping legislation.

The Tax Bill, Jobs Report, Trump vs. Powell, & More 7-3-25 Jul 03, 2025

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In this episode, Scott Becker highlights six major stories including the potential passage of a major tax bill, a surprisingly strong jobs report, rising tensions between President Trump and Chairman Powell, the continued decline of cannabis stocks, and more.