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Hoping for the End of Hikes & Pushing for Packages in Washington 12/04/23 Dec 04, 2023

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After Fed Chair Jay Powell’s comments on Friday, investors are hopeful that the Federal Reserve is done hiking interest rates, and the interest rate environment has led to highs in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, gold prices, and bitcoin. Restaurateur Cameron Mitchell shares his consumer’s spending habits in the inflationary environment, including new trends in how Americans are dining out. Plus, Israeli forces announced an expansion of ground attacks against Hamas in Gaza, Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi military group attacked commercial vessels in the Red Sea, and the US Senate is in the midst of heated negotiations to pass aid packages to Israel and Ukraine. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) explains his perspective on Washington’s priorities, balancing geopolitical obligations of emergency aid in warzones and domestic goals like border security.

Sen. Roger Marshall - 13:20

Cameron Mitchell - 22:13

In this episode:

Sen. Roger Marshall, @RogerMarshallMD

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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Charlie Munger: A Life of Wit and Wisdom Part 1 12/02/23 Dec 02, 2023

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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 at age 99, 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. She traveled to his home in Los Angeles for a discussion on how to live a long life, pragmatic investing and the stunning advancements of the last century. This would be their final conversation.

Charlie Munger: These ‘basic rules’ made me successful in life—‘with Warren Buffett, I had all 3’

Poor Charlie’s Almanack: The Essential Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger

The Warren Buffett Archive

Revisit our 2021 Squawk Pod series, Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger: A Wealth of Wisdom

Read more about Charlie Munger’s legacy:

Charlie Munger, investing genius and Warren Buffett’s right-hand man, dies at age 99

Munger in final interview describes how he and Buffett turned Berkshire Hathaway into such a success

How Munger and Buffett’s 60-year partnership was so special: ‘Charlie and I have never had an argument’

Charlie Munger’s sharp wit turned Berkshire meetings into uproarious affairs

A ‘true master of investing:’ Top value investor on how Charlie Munger changed the craft

Charlie Munger’s greatest bits of investing advice from over the years

The investing world reacts to death of Berkshire legend Charlie Munger

Follow Becky Quick on X: @beckyquick

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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Charlie Munger: A Life of Wit and Wisdom Part 2 12/02/23 Dec 02, 2023

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“I’m an accidental guru.” This is the second episode of a series remembering and celebrating billionaire investor Charlie Munger. At age 99, the right-hand man to Berkshire Hathaway Chairman Warren Buffett sat down with Becky Quick in what became their last interview together - after years of Becky covering the company and facilitating shareholder questions at the raucous Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meetings. Munger passed away two weeks after this interview was recorded, just a month shy of his 100th birthday. In this extended audio version of that final CNBC interview, Charlie Munger reflects on his century of life, the childhood traumas that shaped him, the investing wins and losses that made his career, and the perspective and knowledge he gained in his final years.

Follow Becky Quick on X: @beckyquick

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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Cyber Threats, Cybertrucks, & Winter Health 12/1/23 Dec 01, 2023

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Chris Krebs, cybersecurity expert and former CISA Director, explains the online threats from China, Russia, and others, as the 2024 election draws nearer. As respiratory illnesses surge in Ohio and in China, Dr. Kavita Patel, Stanford University Professor of Medicine and former White House official, discusses the global health surveillance system set in place since the Covid-19 pandemic. Plus, the temporary ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas War has ended. Other headlines today: Tesla’s Cybertrucks are out for delivery (finally), X’s ad executive Linda Yaccarino is speaking to advertisers in the aftermath of Elon Musk’s “x-pletive,” Disney is gearing up for a proxy fight with Nelson Peltz’s Trian, and PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan opened up to Andrew Ross Sorkin about his mental health at this year’s NYT DealBook Summit.

Dr. Kavita Patel - 18:45

Chris Krebs - 24:26

In this episode:

Dr. Kavita Patel, @kavitapmd

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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Elon Musk’s X-pletive to Advertisers 11/30/23 Nov 30, 2023

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Elon Musk’s interview with Andrew Ross Sorkin at the NYT DealBook Summit has gone viral, in part thanks to Musk’s message to advertisers pulling their ad spend from his platform: “Go f— yourself.” In a wide-ranging interview, the X owner and Tesla CEO apologizes for the post on X, FKA Twitter, responding to an antisemitic post. He discusses his own mental health, his trip to Israel, his original vision for OpenAI when he co-founded and named it, and so much more. Andrew Ross Sorkin recaps the highlights of that interview with Becky Quick and Joe Kernen. Plus, former House Speaker Paul Ryan is not holding back. He says he doesn’t want former President Donald Trump to return to the White House, and he calls Presidential hopeful Nikki Haley a “growth stock.” For more of Andrew’s conversations at The New York Times DealBook Summit, check out NYT’s full coverage.

Paul Ryan - 16:38

In this episode:

Elon Musk, @elonmusk

Paul Ryan, @SpeakerRyan

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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Curious Minds: Charlie Munger’s 99 Years & Brian Grazer’s Secrets to a Bigger Life 11/29/23 Nov 29, 2023

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Academy Award-winning producer and bestselling author Brian Grazer is out with a new book, “A Curious Mind Expanded: The Secret to a Bigger Life.” The creative behind “A Beautiful Mind,” “Apollo 13, “Arrested Development,” and “The DaVinci Code,” among others, weighs in on Hollywood’s strikes, AI in art, and the ways he keeps his mind curious and growing. Two Federal Reserve governors are pointing to the end of rate hikes, Mark Cuban is selling his stake in the Dallas Mavericks, and Disney CEO Bob Iger is downplaying speculation that the entertainment giant is selling some of its assets. Plus, at age 99, investing legend Charlie Munger has died. The longtime friend of Warren Buffett and iconic Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chair was just a month shy of his 100th birthday. Becky Quick, who spent hours interviewing him just two weeks ago, reflects on his decades of leadership, and his ageless razor sharp wit and wisdom. And, stay tuned to your feed for an upcoming special podcast series – we'll bring you the full audio of 99-year-old Charlie Munger’s final CNBC interview.

Brian Grazer - 10:46

Charlie Munger - 19:59

In this episode:

Brian Grazer, @BrianGrazer

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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Musk’s Trip to Israel & Gauging Public Chinese Opinion 11/28/23 Nov 28, 2023

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Amid a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas War, Elon Musk visited Israel for a meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu and other Israeli officials. The trip comes as advertisers raise concerns about posts from the X owner and Tesla chief on Musk’s own platform, formerly known as Twitter. His response to an antisemitic tweet on X alarmed many, and executive consultant Eric Dezenhall says Musk’s trip to Israel might quell some of the public concern about his views. CNBC’s Beijing Bureau Chief Eunice Yoon is stateside for the first time in four years, and she offers a look inside the Chinese perspective on America, President Biden, and President Xi. Plus, China is preparing for a huge Shein IPO, Republican donors are considering backing Nikki Haley in her bid for President, and AI is showing up in Sports Illustrated.

Eric Dezenhall - 09:57

Eunice Yoon - 23:39

In this episode:

Eric Dezenhall, @EricDezenhall

Eunice Yoon @onlyyoontv

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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Cashing in on Sports Streamers & Zeroing in on AI Concerns 11/27/23 Nov 27, 2023

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Black Friday’s first NFL game was a big score for advertisers, who bet on sports viewers going shopping on Amazon, either during or after the game. EDO Inc. President and CEO and former digital advertising executive Kevin Krim discusses Cyber Monday and Black Friday advertising, including the retail advertising wins on field and off. Silicon Valley Congressman Ro Khanna (D-California) underscores his main concerns in the aftermath of OpenAI’s board-led implosion. Rep. Khanna is pushing for more transparency from innovators and technologists, and he suggests creating an AI agency in the federal government. Plus, as the Israel-Hamas War ceasefire extends, Rep. Khanna weighs in on geopolitics in the region. Also in Israel, the country is hosting Elon Musk today, and it’s eyeing a deal for Starlink communications in the Gaza strip.

Rep. Ro Khanna - 12:50

Kevin Krim - 25:31

In this episode:

Ro Khanna, @RepRoKhanna

Kevin Krim, @kevinkrim

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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Black Friday Habits and Gadgets, & Why Tiny Meat Gang is Big Business 11/24/23 Nov 24, 2023

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Wall Street marks the day after Thanksgiving with a holiday-shortened session on Black Friday, but are the door-buster deals a thing of the past? Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin are joined by CNBC’s Steve Liesman on consumer holiday behavior and WSJ’s Joanna Stern offers her picks for personal technology gift ideas. Plus, the latest in the drama and the promise of artificial intelligence as told in the OpenAI and Sam Altman saga – and if tech’s top soap opera is at all interesting to the average news consumer – and Bitcoin hits a new high for the year. And, in a Squawk Pod exclusive, Cody Ko and Noel Miller of TMG Studios share the story of their rise in the creator economy – and the surprising growth their business has undergone from performing sketch comedy to running a thriving podcast studio.

Joanna Stern’s Gift Recommendations:

Mattel's Pictionary vs. AI ($25)

Bird Buddy Smart Bird Feeder With Solar Roof ($299)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max ($1,199 and up)

Native Union Belt Cable Duo ($40)

Joanna Stern - 18:14

Tiny Meat Gang - 26:44

In this episode:

Joanna Stern, @JoannaStern

Cody Ko, @CodyKo

Noel Miller, @thenoelmiller

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Steve Liesman, @SteveLiesman

Zach Vallese, @zachvallese

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Extra: Are You Ready for Some Football 11/23/23 Nov 23, 2023

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In this holiday pod extra, Gary Vaynerchuk discusses the outlook for advertisers from Amazon’s Black Friday football broadcast on Prime Video. And, yep - flying is miserable, but Vanderbilt Professor Ganesh Sitaraman has some ideas on how to fix it. He’s even written a book, “Why Flying Is Miserable,” and explains why public policy decisions are responsible for the industry’s problems and its solutions.

Gary Vee - 2:21

Ganesh Sitaraman - 8:44

In this episode:

Gary Vaynerchuk, @garyvee

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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