Squawk Pod Tennis Coach Brad Gilbert Ahead of the U.S. Open 8/22/25
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Aug 22, 2025 
Brad Gilbert, a seasoned tennis coach and former pro, shares his insights on the upcoming U.S. Open, highlighting the tournament's record prize money and coaching dynamics. He discusses the evolution of tennis equipment and the synergy between tennis and the rising popularity of pickleball. Jonathan Kanter, a former Assistant AG at the DOJ, provides a legal perspective on the allegations against Fed Governor Lisa Cook, diving into the complex relationship between legal standards and public perception. Expect captivating connections between sports and current events!
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Jackson Hole Frames Fed's New Focus
- Jay Powell is expected to outline a Fed policy framework shift away from pre-crisis concerns toward inflation risks.
- CNBC frames the Jackson Hole speech as a balancing act between inflation and labor market risks.
NVIDIA Pause Highlights Splintering Hardware
- NVIDIA has paused supplier work on the H20 chip amid geopolitical and security concerns tied to the Chinese market.
- The story signals hardware-level fragmentation as nations pursue domestic alternatives to U.S. tech.
Expect Pushback On Government Equity Stakes
- Expect corporate leaders to resist government equity stakes even when accepting CHIPS Act funding.
- Watch for companies to reject mandates if terms conflict with their strategic goals.