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Rohit Chopra

Former director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), known for returning billions to consumers and clashing with big banks and tech companies over consumer protection.

Top 5 podcasts with Rohit Chopra

Ranked by the Snipd community
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Feb 14, 2025 • 1h 26min

Is Elon a Drag on Trump?

Rohit Chopra, the former Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, shares insights on his dismissal and the troubling trends for consumer protection. He discusses the aggressive attempts by Trump and Musk to dismantle the CFPB, emphasizing the importance of this agency in safeguarding consumers from corporate exploitation. The conversation highlights the political fallout from proposed budget cuts affecting essential services and asks critical questions about the influence of billionaires like Musk on the government and public perception.
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Feb 10, 2025 • 55min

Fmr. CFPB Director Rohit Chopra, Metal-Tariff Mania, Power of Super Bowl Ads 2/10/25

Rohit Chopra, the former director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), shares insights on the agency's recent upheaval amidst leadership changes and the implications of these shifts for consumer protection. Barry Zeckelman, CEO of Zeckelman Industries, discusses the impact of President Trump's tariffs on steel imports and their effects on the manufacturing sector. The duo also delves into the dynamic world of Super Bowl ads, weighing the creativity and effectiveness of strategies used to capture audience attention during the big game.
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Feb 28, 2025 • 58min

2/28/25: Fired CFPB Director HITS BACK At Zuckerberg, Jamie Dimon, Tech Bros

In this discussion, Rohit Chopra, the former director of the CFPB, dives into his battles with tech giants like Zuckerberg and banking heavyweights such as Jamie Dimon. He highlights the challenges the CFPB faces in protecting consumers against powerful corporate interests. Chopra critiques the regulatory landscape's shortcomings and argues for stronger accountability measures in banking. He also sheds light on recent changes in medical debt reporting and advocates for reform, emphasizing the need for equitable access to financial services.
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Dec 11, 2024 • 14min

Consumer agency seeks to limit data sales, combat “digital surveillance”

Rohit Chopra, the Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), dives into the alarming world of data brokers and the sale of sensitive consumer information like Social Security numbers and credit scores. He discusses a proposed rule aiming to tighten regulations on these brokers, aligning their accountability with that of credit reporting agencies. Chopra also emphasizes the stark imbalance between consumer awareness and the reality of digital surveillance, spotlighting California's Delete Act as a crucial step towards granting consumers more control over their data.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 46min

The most hated man on Wall Street; Rohit Chopra, head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Rohit Chopra, head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and advocate against antitrust practices, dives into the financial industry's darkest corners. He reveals his battle against 'junk fees' that burden consumers, showcasing efforts to promote transparency. Chopra discusses the critical issue of debanking and its impact on consumer rights, along with his initiatives aimed at tackling the student debt crisis. With a keen focus on empowering consumers, he sheds light on the urgent need for equitable financial practices in today's evolving landscape.