Khaled Elgindy, an expert on Middle East politics, discusses the war in Israel and offers perspective on Palestinian politics. Fernando Valle analyzes the Exxon-Pioneer merger and its impact on energy markets. Kara Murphy talks about market responses to geopolitical uncertainty. Nathan Dean gives updates on the vacant House Speaker and its effects on policy and foreign aid. Galit Altstein provides on-the-ground reporting from Tel Aviv. Max Abelson previews his new show on Bloomberg Originals.
Understanding the war in Israel from various angles and providing perspective on Palestinian politics
Exploring the impact of the war in Israel on energy markets and discussing the Exxon-Pioneer merger
Deep dives
The Business Week Show: Exploring Themes of Ambition, Risk, Failure, Genius, and Imagination
The Business Week Show is a new television program on Bloomberg TV that delves into the themes of ambition, risk, failure, genius, and imagination. Each episode focuses on a particular theme and features guests who have something valuable to contribute to the conversation. The show aims to provide a unique and insightful perspective on these topics, with interviews that are both informative and engaging. Hosted by Max Ableton, the show offers viewers a chance to explore the world of business through a different lens.
Upcoming Episodes and Guests
In the first episode of The Business Week Show, guests include 91-year-old genius Bert Malkiel, author of 'A Random Walk Down Wall Street', a 17-year-old genius who won the spelling bee, and Moriba Jah, a genius grant recipient who specializes in space debris. Each guest brings a unique perspective to the theme of 'genius', offering viewers valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions.
The Format of the Show
The show begins with an essayistic introduction by Max Ableton, followed by in-studio discussions with the guests. The set, designed to evoke a 1970s newsroom, provides a unique and engaging backdrop for the conversations. The show aims to create an intimate and authentic atmosphere, allowing guests to open up about their experiences and ideas. The interviews explore a range of topics, including ambition, risk, failure, genius, and imagination, offering viewers a deeper understanding of these themes in the world of business.
The Power and Complicated Nature of Journalism
Max Ableton reflects on the power and responsibility of journalists, noting that they shape stories and perspectives. He highlights the challenge of interviewing guests face-to-face, as it can be both empowering and powerless. The Business Week Show aims to wield its power responsibly and fairly, offering a platform for meaningful conversations and diverse perspectives.
Khaled Elgindy, Senior Fellow at the Middle East Institute, joins to discuss the war in Israel, offering perspective on Palestinian politics and contextualizing the conflict from various angles. Fernando Valle, Senior Analyst with Bloomberg Intelligence, joins to discuss the Exxon-Pioneer merger. He can also discuss the impact of the war in Israel on energy markets. Kara Murphy, CIO at Kestra Investment Management, discusses market responses to geopolitical uncertainty, PPI, and outlook for CPI. Nathan Dean, Senior Government Analyst with Bloomberg Intelligence, joins the latest on the vacant House Speaker and how it affects policy and foreign aid amid geopolitical risks. Galit Altstein, reporter with Bloomberg News, joins from Tel Aviv to give us the latest reporting on the ground today. Max Abelson, reporter with Bloomberg News, joins to discuss his new Businessweek show on Bloomberg Originals. Hosted by Paul Sweeney and Matt Miller.