Squawk Pod

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Squawk Pod is a daily, guided curation of the top moments and takeaways from CNBC’s flagship morning show, “Squawk Box”, anchored by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Each day, the podcast includes news making interviews, perspective and analysis from iconic guest hosts, and slices of debate and discussion—from the heated to the hilarious— all wrapped with exclusive context and color from Senior Producer Katie Kramer.

10H AGO

ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt on Antisemitism’s Rise 4/23/25

After news that Harvard is suing the Trump administration over its threats to cut funding, ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt discusses antisemitism on college campuses and beyond. Plus, Washington Post reporter Faiz Siddiqui discusses his new book about Elon Musk’s leadership: “Hubris Maximus: The Shattering of Elon Musk.” Third Point CEO Dan Loeb spoke on Tuesday night about his belief in the resilience of the American economy, while President Trump backtracked his previous comments and said he has no intention of firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Jonathan Greenblatt - 19:12 Faiz Siddiqui - 34:18 In this episode: Jonathan Greenblat, @JGreenblattADL Faiz Siddiqui, @faizsays Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

40 min
1D AGO

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon & Facebook Co-Founder Chris Hughes 4/22/25

President Trump intensified attacks on Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, fueling market volatility and concerns over the central bank’s independence. At the Chevron Leadership Initiative's CoMission Champions of Women in Sports event, Becky Quick sits down with Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon to discuss market volatility, trade policy, economic uncertainty, and investing in women’s sports. Facebook co-founder and chair of the Economic Security Project Chris Hughes is out with a new book, “Marketcrafters.” Hughes discusses Fed independence and the future of capitalism. Plus, Harvard is suing the Trump administration, the Academy Awards set new AI rules, and the FTC is suing Uber over premium billing. Chris Hughes - 15:43 David Solomon - 26:53 In this episode: Chris Hughes, @chrishuges Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

47 min
2D AGO

The Future of the Fed: Austan Goolsbee & Krishna Guha 4/21/25

Pope Francis, the Argentine Jesuit and Roman Catholic pontiff, has died at age 88. Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin reflect on his impact on the business community, and Andrew recalls his interview with the Pope just before the Covid-19 pandemic. President Donald Trump intensified his criticism of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, calling him a “major loser” and warning of a potential economic slowdown if interest rates are not lowered immediately. Krishna Guha, Evercore ISI vice chairman, weighs in on the possibility of Powell’s removal, the independence of the central bank, and the potential market implications. Then, CNBC’s Steve Liesman and Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee discuss the state of the economy, the Fed’s inflation strategy, and the impact of the Trump administration’s tariff policy on the economy. Krishna Guha - 16:58 Austan Goolsbee - 27:12 In this episode: Austan Goolsbee, @Austan_Goolsbee Steve Liesman, @steveliesman Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

39 min
6D AGO

China’s Chip Supply & POTUS vs. Powell 4/17/25

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is in Beijing, just as U.S. officials are eyeing his company’s supply of AI chips to DeepSeek. CNBC’s Kristina Partsinevelos explains the line between maintaining competition and preserving national security when it comes to tech infrastructure. Federal Reserve chair Jay Powell expressed concern that the central bank could be caught between controlling inflation and supporting economic growth, as tariffs contribute to economic uncertainty. President Trump responded, calling for a rate cut and the termination of Jay Powell as chair. Plus, the IRS is attempting to rescind Harvard’s tax-exempt status, and shares of UnitedHealth Group plunged after the company cut its profit forecast. Kristina Partsinevelos - 26:40 Peter Kraus - 31:43 In this episode: Kristina Partsinevelos, @KristinaParts Kelly Evans, @KellyCNBC Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

39 min
APR 16

“Defund Harvard.” Elise Stefanik & Gary Gensler 4/16/25

The Trump administration’s standoff with Harvard has frozen $2.2B in grants to the university. Representative Elise Stefanik (R-NY) is a Harvard alumna as well as Chairwoman of the Republican Leadership, and she’s calling to “defund Harvard.” For Rep. Stefanik, the government has a right to demand changes on campus and to withhold grant money. She discusses issues of free speech and antisemitism on college campuses. In his first interview since leaving office, former SEC Chair Gary Gensler weighs in on tariffs, negotiating with China, cryptocurrencies, and the betting markets. Plus, United Airlines is offering two profit outlooks, just in case the economy falls into a recession, and critical minerals may be the Trump administration’s next target for tariffs. Elise Stefanik - 12:30 Gary Gensler - 31:11 In this episode: Rep. Elise Stefanik, @EliseStefanik Kelly Evans, @KellyCNBC Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

45 min
APR 15

VA Governor Youngkin on DOGE & $2.2B to Harvard on Hold 4/15/25

The Trump administration is investigating semiconductors and pharmaceutical ingredients, the first steps toward tariffs in those industries. Former FDA Commissioner and board member at Pfizer and Illumina Dr. Scott Gottlieb shares his concern that if costs get any higher for generics like heparin, hydrocortisone, and amoxicillin, drugmakers might stop manufacturing them. Dr. Gottlieb explains America’s pharma supply chain through China and India, as well as the thin margins on some of the most commonly used drugs in the United States. The Trump administration ordered a freeze on $2.2B grants to Harvard after the university rejected the White House’s demands for changes, including to DEI programs. The move has sparked another debate about free speech on higher education campuses. Plus, the Chinese government has reportedly ordered Chinese airlines to stop buying Boeing aircraft, and DOGE cuts in DC have hit the workforce in Virginia. Governor Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) is still optimistic about his state’s future. Glenn Youngkin - 21:21 Dr. Scott Gottlieb - 39:36 In this episode: Glenn Youngkin, @GovernorVA Dr. Scott Gottlieb, @ScottGottliebMD Kelly Evans, @KellyCNBC Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

43 min
APR 14

‘Chaotic’ Policy: Janet Yellen & Lina Khan on Tariffs 4/14/25

President Trump exempted consumer technology and components from his reciprocal tariffs on Friday, though by the end of the weekend, his advisors warned that those exemptions may not be permanent. Apple has reportedly increased its iPhone production in India to avoid the impact of the White House’s tariffs on goods imported from China. In an extended conversation, former Federal Reserve Chair and former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen weighs in on the Trump administration’s tariff agenda, as well as the stability of U.S. treasurys. Former FTC Chair Lina Khan shares her own perspective on President Trump’s tariff agenda, and the two guests both align on one descriptor: chaotic. Khan, once the top antitrust watchdog, discusses the beginning of the FTC’s case against Meta, calling into question Facebook’s acquisitions of Whatsapp and Instagram. Janet Yellen - 17:25 Lina Khan - 35:47 In this episode: Lina Khan, @linamkhan Kelly Evans, @KellyCNBC Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

45 min
APR 12

BONUS: 1x1 with WNBA Players Association President Nneka Ogwumike

This bonus episode of Squawk Pod, from our partners at “The Keynote” features a leader at the forefront of women’s sports. Seattle Storm Forward Nneka Ogwumike has already built her legacy as a WNBA Champion with the Los Angeles Sparks in 2016. The MVP of league (also 2016). The first overall pick in 2012, and before that she brought Stanford to the Final Four, four years in a row. Now after the players opted out of their collective bargaining agreement her next challenge will be leading negotiations for a new contract in a pivotal time for women’s hoops. She spoke with Becky Quick about the growth of the WNBA, advocating for players and her approach to leadership at the CNBC Sport: Inside the Business of Women’s Basketball event on April 5th 2025. To listen to other interviews from events check out “The Keynote by CNBC Events” here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-keynote-by-cnbc-events/id1493248246 For information on upcoming events visit: CNBCevents.com In this episode: Nneka Ogwumike, @NnekaOgwumike Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

20 min

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Introducing Squawk Pod

The most powerful show in business news as a podcast. It’s all the things that Squawk Box’s TV viewers have come to expect on a daily basis – plus behind-the-scenes content from the production team – right in your ears. Coming soon.

09/23/2019

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3 min

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502 Ratings

Too much politics lately

Apr 5

Jimmy bears fan

Andrew and Becky are great, Joe not so much.
Balanced Discussion

6d ago

kjkocon

Thanks to CNBC by allowing Joe Kernan to voice his conservative opinion. I would never listen to Squawk Pod or watch Squawk Box if Joe weren’t there providing balanced discussion and debate - unlike main stream media. Thanks Joe you say exactly what I’m thinking!
The best of the best

6d ago

James HK 93

Absolutely definitive.
New into is bad

Apr 3

Ryancmccoy

Hate the new intro it’s slow and not as interesting as the original
Tired of Joe Kernen

Apr 3

mi/il

Joe is so incredibly ignorant and rude to everyone, shouting people down, talking over any woman who comes on the show, especially Becky. Please take him off the show and podcast, Joe is just deep fried MAGA. Or give 5 minutes of each show just to rant ala Andy Rooney on 60 Minutes.
Limit the politics

Mar 31

Jsdwi

An elitist and meathead aren’t entertaining dueling partners, but this meathead is especially substanceless. Enjoy the show otherwise
Why Just Snap Shot

Mar 5

RieVa123

Love the show but I do not understand why it’s so short when the show is 3 hours long. Long form podcasts are everywhere now so there is no reason to make it just a recap
Kernen’s Time is Up

Feb 24

Guajolotl

I used to listen to this show while getting ready for work practically every day. Not anymore. Joe Kernen has turned this show into a propaganda machine. Even his invited guests spend less time talking about the markets and financial news than about a political agenda. I’d rather catch Frank Holland on Worldwide Exchange earlier in the morning and then skip to Squawk On the Street 3 hours later. I’m looking for financial news. If you’re looking for right wing political poison, Joe’s your man. But this show’s a thousand times more informative when Joe’s out.
Blatant biases

Feb 24

CaliNate101

Pushing Ritchie Torres as an expert on anything shows CNBC is biased towards Israeli propaganda. No thanks.
Long time listener, I’ve had enough

Feb 19

Cyclby

I loved this show, and if I was unable to catch it in the mornings, the podcast was always the next best thing, but it has defaulted into Joe Kernan just screaming over the top of anybody that disagrees with him. I miss the actual business news and can do without the politics opinion piece.