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The UAW Strike with GM CEO Mary Barra & the Secret to Happiness with Arthur Brooks 9/15/23 Sep 15, 2023

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Thousands of United Auto Workers members are now on strike after the big three Detroit automakers GM, Ford, and Stellantis failed to reach deals with the union by their deadline. CEO of General Motors Mary Barra explains to CNBC’s Phil LeBeau why she’s frustrated with the negotiations. Plus, host of “How to Build a Happy Life,” Harvard professor, The Atlantic contributing writer, and now co-author of a new book with Oprah Winfrey, Arthur Brooks has dedicated his career to cracking the code on happiness. He explains how we can change the way we think about success and the way we look at ourselves to unlock and build a better life.

Mary Barra - 11:55

Arthur Brooks - 19:01

In this episode:

Arthur Brooks, @arthurbrooks

Phil LeBeau, @Lebeaucarnews

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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DC’s “Light Touch” on AI, Gen Z’s Good Vibes, and Autoworkers’ Bitter Battle of Words 9/14/23 Sep 14, 2023

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Tech CEOs traveled to Washington, D.C. for a one-of-a-kind closed-door meeting with Senators on the rising regulatory implications of artificial intelligence. One of the lawmakers who organized the session, Sen. Todd Young (R-IN), argues that there is an “appropriate” role for government in determining the future of AI. The death of hope for Generation Z is greatly exaggerated, says NYU Stern School of Business Professor Suzy Welch, breaking out new data from Gallup. She asserts that the young Americans entering the workforce, or about to, are more optimistic than the olds think. Plus, what the looming auto worker strike tells us about the economy and how working Americans feel. The Delta Sky Club just got harder to get past the gatekeeper, and Arby’s has the meats! Or, does it?

Todd Young - 18:19

Suzy Welch - 25:21
In this episode:

Todd Young, @SenToddYoung

Suzy Welch, @suzywelch

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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Ron Baron: Mars, Musk, & Making Money 9/13/23 Sep 13, 2023

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Billionaire buy-and-hold investor Ron Baron discusses his–and his clients’--many millions betting on Elon Musk. One of Tesla’s biggest bulls, Baron discusses his stakes in the EV company and in SpaceX, as well as his expectations for Mars exploration and for X’s evolution. Plus, OTC cold medicine doesn’t work, the United Auto Workers union is planning a strike in Detroit, and the consumer price index made its biggest monthly gain of the year, up 3.7% from last year.

Ron Baron - 13:19

In this episode:

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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“Elon Musk” Biographer Walter Isaacson: Driven By Demons 9/12/23 Sep 12, 2023

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Walter Isaacson’s book “Elon Musk” hit shelves today, after two years of unrestricted access to the Tesla and X chief. The seasoned journalist and biographer discusses the good, bad and ugly behind Musk and the demons that drive him. Isaacson recounts a heated exchange between the Tesla CEO and Bill Gates, how Elon Musk thinks of his own power, and what’s behind Musk’s controversial midnight posts on X. Plus, eight more tech companies including Adobe, IBM, and Nvidia have signed up for President Joe Biden’s voluntary commitments regarding artificial intelligence.

Walter Isaacson 14:56
In this episode:
Walter Isaacson, @WalterIsaacson
Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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A Sweet Deal for Smucker, Biden’s Asia Trip, & A Lightning Bet on Bitcoin 9/11/23 Sep 11, 2023

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U.S. President Joe Biden has called on G20 leaders to further support the World Bank and other multilateral development banks to increase their ability to support low and middle-income countries. Biden has previously said that developing countries need to reduce their dependence on China and help them recover from the effects of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo discusses the President’s recent trip to Asia, as well as China’s economic weakness and Xi Jinping’s leadership. After leading PayPal, Facebook messenger, and Meta’s payments venture, David Marcus has co-founded Lightspark, a bitcoin-based payments network built on the Lightning network. He shares his take on the current state of crypto and on a new era of a maturing bitcoin. Plus, Smucker has agreed to pay $5.6 billion to acquire Hostess Brands, and 19-year-old Coco Gauff became the latest Black American woman to leave a history-making mark on the most sacred grounds of U.S. tennis.
Wally Adeyemo - 10:50

David Marcus - 25:37

In this episode:
David Marcus, @davidmarcus
Wally Adeyemo, @TreasuryDepSec
Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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CNBC SPECIAL: GAME PLAN 9/11/23 Sep 11, 2023

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In a first-of-its-kind partnership, CNBC, First in Business Worldwide, and Boardroom, Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman’s premier media brand covering the business of sports, music and entertainment, teamed up to produce Game Plan. From what drives the modern-day sports fan to emerging opportunities in teams and leagues, CNBC goes courtside with the most influential leaders from across the sports landscape including athletes, owners, investors and innovators to break down their game plan for these rapidly evolving businesses. This event took place on July 25th, 2023 in Los Angeles. Featuring: Andrew Ross Sorkin, “Squawk Box” Co-Anchor Scott Wapner, “Fast Money Halftime Report” and “Closing Bell” Host Julia Boorstin, CNBC Senior Media & Tech Correspondent Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

‘A Tech War’: China’s Bite Out of Apple; & The MTA’s Pricing Power 9/8/23 Sep 08, 2023

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Apple shares have been under pressure this week, as reports of China’s restriction of Apple products continue. CNBC’s Beijing Bureau Chief Eunice Yoon discusses the report and the CCP’s approach to American big tech. Commissioner of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Jacob Helberg warns that this ‘tech war’ could give way to a military war between China and the US. As students get back to school and workers head back to the office, the MTA is prepared for an uptick in NYC ridership, despite the subway’s recent fare hike. MTA CEO Janno Lieber argues that congestion pricing is a good thing for commuters, and explains the declining crime rates in the MTA systems. Plus, Elon Musk interfered in the Russian war with Ukraine, BMW is making small (and hot) changes, and Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon is speaking out about his negative press.

Eunice Yoon 15:37

Jacob Helberg 17:57

Janno Leber 28:13

In this episode:

Janno Lieber, @MTA

Eunice Yoon, @onlyyoontv

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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‘Capitalists with Heart’: Leon Cooperman’s Vision for the Future 9/7/23 Sep 07, 2023

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Investing legend Leon Cooperman is out with a new book, “From the Bronx to Wall Street: My Fifty Years in Finance and Philanthropy.” The Omega Family Office CEO and Chairman discusses his current holdings, his outlook on inflation and recession, and why he’s a lifelong–and sentimental–capitalist. Apple shares were under some pressure after a report that China restricted iPhone use for government officials. Warner Brothers Discovery CEO David Zaslav spoke on the streaming landscape and Hollywood strikes at a Goldman Sachs conference. Plus, CNBC’s Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson says, many Americans are financially stressed. She details results from CNBC’s Your Money Survey and explains retirement saving plans and why so many workers are caught between the many ‘shoulds’ of personal finance.
Leon Cooperman 11:40

Sharon Epperson 31:04
In this episode:
Sharon Epperson, @sharon_epperson

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin
Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick
Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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Tom Brady's New Team & ADL CEO on X's Free Speech 9/6/23 Sep 06, 2023

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: Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt is pushing back on Elon Musk, calling the billionaire’s insinuation to sue the nonprofit over defamation a “threat of a frivolous lawsuit.” Musk claimed on Monday that the ADL was responsible for putting “pressure on advertisers” that led to a 60% drop in X’s advertising revenue. NFL legend Tom Brady will become a “strategic adviser” to Delta Airlines in his latest post-NFL career move. Delta CEO, Ed Bastian, Tom Brady, and CNBC’s Phil LeBeau discuss the partnership and how Brady’s able to decide what works and what doesn’t in leadership. Plus, Amazon could be hit by an FTC antitrust lawsuit later this month and celebrating the life of Jimmy Buffett.
Jonathan Greenblatt 12:20
Tom Brady & Ed Bastian 21:30
In this episode:
Tom Brady, @TomBrady
Ed Bastian, @Delta
Phil LeBeau, @Lebeaucarnews
Jonathan Greenblatt, @JGreenblattADL

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

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“The Coming Wave” of AI & Taylor Swift’s AMC Deal 9/5/23 Sep 05, 2023

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DeepMind co-founder and Inflection AI co-founder Mustafa Suleyman discusses his new book, “The Coming Wave,” which maps out our human future with AI. As one of the technology’s earliest adopters and entrepreneurs, Suleyman discusses the likely shifts to come, and the speed of innovation. Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is coming to theaters! Matt Belloni, Puck founding partner, discusses the big concert-movie deal, particularly in light of a slow box office amid actor and writer strikes. Plus, Goldman Sachs is lowering its projection for the likelihood of a recession, and Elon Musk is bristling at the Anti-Defamation League. Again.
Mustafa Suleyman 12:57

Matthew Belloni 23:00
In this episode:
Mustafa Suleyman, @mustafasuleyman

Matthew Belloni, @MattBelloni

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Michael Santoli, @michaelsantoli

Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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