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Remembering Charlie Munger: A Life of Wit and Wisdom Part 2 5/2/25 May 02, 2025

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“I’m an accidental guru.” He was irreverent, he was focused, he was one of the world’s most successful investors, and he was one of a kind. Billionaire investor Charlie Munger, the longtime right-hand man and close friend of Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett, died a few weeks shy of what would have been his 100th birthday. Becky Quick, Squawk Box co-host, interviewed Munger two weeks before his death in his home in Los Angeles. In Part 2 of this special conversation, Charlie Munger reflects on the childhood traumas that shaped him and the investing wins and losses that made his career. For more, revisit our 2021 Squawk Pod series, Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger: A Wealth of Wisdom.

Squawk Pod is produced by Katie Kramer, Cameron Costa, Karoline Rouhotas and Zach Vallese. CNBC’s Managing Editor is Lacy O’Toole. John Lazration edited this podcast series.

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Remembering Charlie Munger: A Life of Wit and Wisdom Part 1 5/2/25 May 02, 2025

Show notes

“I’m an accidental guru.” He was irreverent, he was focused, he was one of the world’s most successful investors, and he was one of a kind. Billionaire investor Charlie Munger, the longtime right-hand man and close friend of Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett, died a few weeks shy of what would have been his 100th birthday. Becky Quick, Squawk Box co-host, interviewed Munger two weeks before his death in his home in Los Angeles. In the first part of this special conversation, Charlie Munger reflects on his century of life and the perspective and knowledge he gained in his final years. For more, revisit our 2021 Squawk Pod series, Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger: A Wealth of Wisdom.

Squawk Pod is produced by Katie Kramer, Cameron Costa, Karoline Rouhotas and Zach Vallese. CNBC’s Managing Editor is Lacy O’Toole. John Lazration edited this podcast series.

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In Omaha: Berkshire Hathaway’s 2025 Meeting with Sue Decker 5/2/25 May 02, 2025

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Berkshire Hathaway lead director Sue Decker sits down with Becky Quick in Omaha, Nebraska, ahead of the annual shareholders meeting, where Warren Buffett will hold court. Decker discusses her board directorships at Berkshire and Costco, as well as Warren Buffett’s leadership. Tune into CNBC’s TV and digital channels this weekend to catch every minute of the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting coverage.

Sue Decker - 04:00

In this episode:
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick
Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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In Omaha: Berkshire Hathaway’s 2025 Meeting with Mario Gabelli 5/2/25 May 02, 2025

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Becky Quick is in Omaha, Nebraska, awaiting the tens of thousands of Berkshire Hathaway investors attending the company’s annual shareholders meeting, where Warren Buffett will hold court. Longtime Berkshire shareholder and GAMCO CEO Mario Gabelli stops by for an extended conversation about the markets, media consolidation, and Warren Buffett’s leadership. Tune into CNBC’s TV and digital channels this weekend to catch every minute of the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting coverage.

Mario Gabelli - 04:49

In this episode:
Mario Gabelli, @MarioGabelli
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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In Omaha: Berkshire Hathaway’s 2025 Meeting with Brooks & See’s 5/2/25 May 02, 2025

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We bring you to Omaha, Nebraska, ahead of the tens of thousands of Berkshire shareholders that make the pilgrimage to Warren Buffett every spring. At this “Woodstock for Capitalists,” Berkshire’s 60+ portfolio companies sell limited edition and specialty wares to Buffett acolytes. See’s Candy CEO Pat Egan is ready to satisfy sweet-loving shareholders with 24,603 pounds and 41,156 units of product, and Brooks Running CEO Dan Sheridan has special, limited edition sneakers, just for this year’s meeting. Sheridan discusses the impact tariffs have had on his production, and both Berkshire portfolio company CEOs share their excitement for another festival of business. Tune into CNBC’s TV and digital channels this weekend to catch every minute of the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting coverage.

Dan Sheridan - 11:57

Pat Egan - 19:00

In this episode:
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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GM CEO Mary Barra & NEC Director Kevin Hassett on China Trade 5/1/25 May 01, 2025

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China has acknowledged that the Trump administration has reached out to negotiate tariffs, potentially signalling openness to a deal. CNBC’s Eunice Yoon in Beijing discusses the latest developments, and warns that Chinese people and businesses believe they can weather a trade war storm. On the White House North Lawn, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett discusses the state of the U.S.-China trade negotiations along with President Trump’s tariff policy. CNBC’s Phil LeBeau and General Motors chair and CEO Mary Barra discuss the company’s new 2025 guidance, the impact of President Trump’s auto tariffs and bringing auto manufacturing back to the U.S. Plus, Tesla has denied a Wall Street Journal report that its board was searching for a replacement for chief executive Elon Musk.
In this episode:

Kevin Hassett - 18:05

Mary Barra - 34:45

In this episode:
Eunice Yoon, @onlyyoontv
Mary Barra, @mtbarra

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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100 (More) Days of Trump: Big Tech & Voter Sentiment 4/30/25 Apr 30, 2025

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Three months into President Trump’s second term, pollster Frank Luntz explains voter sentiment. While conservative and liberal Americans remain steadfast, Luntz says the political center has been disappointed with the execution of the promises it voted for. After a brief but heated spat between the White House and Amazon, President Trump has called Jeff Bezos a “good guy.” Wired Editor-at-Large Steven Levy explains Amazon’s idea–and then rejection–of marking the cost of tariffs on its low-cost site Amazon Haul. Levy discusses big tech’s complicated relationship with the administration. Plus, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says the U.S. has reached its first trade deal, and due to a surge in imports, the U.S. economy contracted during President Trump’s first 100 days. CNBC’s Steve Liesman discusses the intersection of a global trade war and America’s GDP.

Frank Luntz - 23:00

Steve Liesman - 16:44

Steven Levy - 34:25

Rick Santelli & Steve Liesman - 40:26

In this episode:

Steven Levy, @StevenLevy

Frank Luntz, @FrankLuntz

Steve Liesman, @steveliesman

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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U-Turns for Automakers, a “Big, Beautiful Bill,” & a Nike Billboard 4/29/25 Apr 29, 2025

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The Trump administration will reduce some of the crippling tariffs for automakers. CNBC’s Phil LeBeau explains the potential impact on General Motors, and former Ford President Mark Fields explains how other automakers are preparing their supply chains for the White House’s trade agenda. The “Big 6” GOP leaders have met at the Capitol to discuss a mega-bill; attendee House Ways and Means Chairman Rep. Jason Smith explains his party’s revenue agenda. Plus, Nike is in hot water with shareholder Bill Ackman over a billboard, and Canada voted to keep the Liberal Party’s Mark Carney as Prime Minister.

Rep. Jason Smith 16:25

Phil LeBeau 31:44

Mark Fields 37:47

In this episode:

Jason Smith, @RepJasonSmith

Phil LeBeau, @Lebeaucarnews

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent & CC Sabathia 4/28/25 Apr 28, 2025

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses the state of global tariff negotiations; he says talks are ongoing, but it’s up to China to de-escalate. Secretary Bessent also warns that the Trump administration has an “escalation ladder” to climb, should it need more leverage in trade talks. Boardroom co-founder and CEO Rich Kleiman and MLB veteran pitcher CC Sabathia discuss the next era of baseball. The MLB is considering ways to better engage fans, including speeding up the pace of play. Plus, it’s a home buyer’s market, if they commit to deals, and Domino’s Pizza reported a beat, thanks to international customers.

Scott Bessent - 15:44

Rich Kleiman & CC Sabathia - 33:43

In this episode:

Rich Kleiman, @richkleiman

CC Sabathia, @CC_Sabathia

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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He Said, He Said: The China-U.S. Trade Talks 4/25/25 Apr 25, 2025

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Axios White House reporter Marc Caputo and former U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns discuss the trade talks–or lack thereof–between the U.S. and China. Between comments from the Chinese embassy and President Trump’s interview with Time, the public has conflicting accounts of where trade negotiations currently stand. Plus, Apple may move manufacturing of its US iPhones to India, Google parent Alphabet has reported a beat on earnings, and Paramount is in talks with the FCC over its merger with Skydance.

Marc Caputo - 17:29

Nicholas Burns - 24:50

In this episode:

Marc Caputo, @MarcACaputo

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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