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Facebook, at a Crossroads: Early Investor Reid Hoffman Oct 25, 2021

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As Facebook combats leaked internal documents and growing concerns from users and lawmakers alike, early investor and LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman retains hope that the platform will deliver on its potential to do more good than harm. In a wide-ranging interview, Hoffman discusses Apple’s privacy changes and technology’s potential to streamline a struggling supply chain. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Democrats are close to finalizing an agreement on the social safety net plan that would allow for the bipartisan infrastructure bill to move forward. CNBC’s Ylan Mui reports on the agreement. Also on the Hill, Democrats are taking aim at billionaires and their unrealized capital gains with a new wealth-tax plan. Plus, CNBC’s Eamon Javers reports that Microsoft says it’s identified another wave of cyber attacks by the Russian intelligence service, similar to last year’s devastating SolarWinds hack.
In this episode:
Reid Hoffman, @reidhoffman
Ylan Mui, @ylanmui
Eamon Javers, @EamonJavers
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

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U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy & SPANX Founder Sara Blakely Oct 22, 2021

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SPANX has accepted its first outside investor in its 21-year history: Blackstone. Sara Blakely, founder of the billion-dollar shapewear company, shares stories of her start, decades ago, Blackstone’s all-female deal team, and disrupting retail. Blackstone’s Ann Chung discusses striking the deal and betting on shapewear amid a pandemic. Pfizer has revealed that in its clinical trial, its Covid-19 vaccine proved over 90% effective in kids aged 5-11. Plus, the CDC has approved Moderna and Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 booster vaccines for the elderly, immunocompromised, and adults over 18. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy discusses both announcements, and what Americans can expect as we head into the colder months. WeWork survived its first day of trading, but Snap had a rough day on the market.

In this episode:

Dr. Vivek Murthy, @Surgeon_General

Sara Blakely, @SPANX

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

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WeWork’s SPAC Debut & Tesla’s Record Quarter Oct 21, 2021

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WeWork is finally making its public market debut as the world of work continues to transform after the coronavirus pandemic. WeWork CEO Sandeep Mathrani and Executive Chairman Marcelo Claure discuss the company’s path to profitability post-Adam Neumann ahead of its debut on the public markets. The WeWork execs also discuss the future of work in a post-Covid world, and how that will impact the company. Tesla reported third-quarter earnings after the bell yesterday that beat on both the top and bottom lines. Jon McNeill, CEO of DVx Ventures and former president of Tesla, breaks down Tesla’s earnings, the company’s growth story and latest innovations. Plus, Bitcoin jumps to a new high after landmark ETF launch.
In this episode:
Sandeep Mathrani, @WeWork
Marcelo Claure, @marceloclaure
Jon McNeill, @jonmcneill
Brian Sullivan, @SullyCNBC
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

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Paul Tudor Jones: “Crypto is clearly winning” Oct 20, 2021

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Shares of Novavax are down sharply after Politico reported the company is having problems manufacturing its highly anticipated Covid-19 vaccine. Dr. Scott Gottlieb, former FDA commissioner and CNBC contributor, discusses Covid therapeutics, vaccines, and the U.S. production and manufacturing system. Paul Tudor Jones, founder and CIO at Tudor Investment Corporation and founder of the Robin Hood Foundation, shares his inflation trades and portfolio breakdown. The legendary hedge fund manager also explains which assets investors should stay away from as the Federal Reserve slowly reacts to rising prices. New York City has announced an expansion of its Covid vaccine mandate to all public employees, removing the option to test out. Plus, Facebook may soon be rebranded with a new name.
In this episode:
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, @ScottGottliebMD
Paul Tudor Jones, @ptj_official
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

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Lessons from GameStop; AMC in the Streaming Wars; Profits for P&G Oct 19, 2021

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The SEC’s long-awaited report on GameStop is finally here, a full 44 pages on the trading frenzy, payment-for-order-flow, and stock market “gamification.” Streaming wars are heating up as Wall Street watches subscriber growth numbers for the industry’s biggest players. Interim AMC Networks CEO Matt Blank shares his own company’s strategy for competing with Netflix, HBOMax, and Amazon Prime, and details a plan to bring linear content to streamers. Procter & Gamble topped analyst expectations in its quarterly report, but commodity and freight costs are weighing on the company’s profits. Vice Chairman and incoming CEO Jon Moeller discusses P&G’s business in China, corporate tax rates, and managing kinks in the supply chain. Plus, Covid vaccine mandates have put even more pressure on the labor force; some employers are dismissing those who refuse to get vaccinated, despite a difficult hiring environment.
In this episode:

Matt Blank, @AMC_TV
Jon Moeller, @ProcterGamble

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

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Spooky Season: Disney’s Downgrade & ‘Squid Game’ Mania Oct 18, 2021

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Disney’s streaming business could be running out of steam; MoffettNathanson founding partner and media watcher Michael Nathanson weighs in on Wall Street’s Disney debate. Nathanson also dives into the 'Squid Game' mania and what its eyepopping metrics mean for Netflix and the streaming wars. CNBC’s Steve Liesman breaks down the latest GDP forecasts for the back half of 2021. The first bitcoin-linked exchange-traded fund will make its official debut tomorrow. Three other bitcoin futures ETFs are also expecting to move forward with their launches this month. Plus, spooky movies and (scary) dad jokes.
In this episode:
Michael Nathanson, @MoffettNathanso
Steve Liesman, @steveliesman
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

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Crypto Futures & the Theranos Trial, Week 6 Oct 15, 2021

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A key FDA advisory committee unanimously recommended giving booster shots of Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine to people ages 65 and older and other vulnerable Americans. Dr. Kavita Patel, a fellow at the Brookings Institution and former White House health policy director, breaks down the FDA’s debate over Covid-19 boosters. CNBC’s Scott Cohn provides an update on the trial of Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, on week six of what’s slated to be a 13-week trial. According to court testimony this week, the blood-testing start-up hired a dermatologist with no board certification in laboratory science or pathology to become the lab director. Bitcoin has climbed above $60,000 as traders expect U.S. regulators to clear the first bitcoin futures ETF. Plus, Virgin Galactic plans to delay spaceflights to next year as it refurbishes its vehicles.

In this episode:
Dr. Kavita Patel, @kavitapmd

Scott Cohn, @ScottCohnTV

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

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What’s in a Mandate? Vaccine Politics Oct 14, 2021

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The U.S. is reporting an average of about 362,000 booster vaccine shots administered per day over the past week, 57% higher than the 231,000 average daily first doses. A key FDA advisory panel is meeting today and tomorrow to discuss the efficacy and safety of extra doses of the Moderna and J&J vaccines. Shellye Archambeau, former MetricStream CEO and Verizon, Okta and Nordstrom board member, discusses how Covid-19 has disrupted the workplace. Carlos Gutierrez, Empath co-founder, former commerce secretary and former Kellogg CEO, and Hubert Joly, former Best Buy CEO, advise CEOs to navigate Covid-19 vaccine requirements while keeping workers safe. Plus, CNBC’s Ylan Mui reports millions of women are missing from the U.S. workplace, and schools reopening in September didn’t help.
In this episode:
Shellye Archambeau, @ShelArchambeau
Carlos Gutierrez, @carlosgutierrez
Hubert Joly, @HubertJoly_
Ylan Mui, @ylanmui
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

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Labor Squeeze with Barry Sternlicht; Hollywood Stars in Space Oct 13, 2021

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Starwood Capital Chairman and CEO Barry Sternlicht discusses the current real estate market, U.S. labor shortages, and his crypto portfolio. The noted investor and real estate mogul reacts to comments from BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, and explains why he thinks the service economy is in a major labor crisis right now. Corporate vaccine mandates are causing friction in Texas, and after China’s crackdown on the crypto community, the U.S. has become the most popular place for metaverse miners. Plus, William Shatner is officially the oldest person to go to space, and his stardom has inspired a trip down memory--and inspiration--lane with Joe, Becky, and Andrew.
In this episode:
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

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Preparing for Takeoff, the “Worthless” Coin, & Royal Investments Oct 12, 2021

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Over the course of three days, Southwest Airlines has canceled more than 2,000 flights and left thousands of travelers stranded around the country. CNBC’s Phil LeBeau and Casey Murray, president of the Southwest Airlines Pilots Association, discuss what's behind the canceled flights and what travelers can expect during the upcoming holiday travel season. JPMorgan Chase chairman and CEO, Jamie Dimon, says he’s still a bitcoin skeptic and calls the coin “worthless.” Plus, Amazon is switching up its return-to-work plan and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are getting into finance.
In this episode:
Casey Murray, @swapapilots
Phil LeBeau, @Lebeaucarnews
Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

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