Sean O’Brien, the outspoken Teamsters Union President, delves into his contentious views on Kamala Harris and reveals her dismissive comments about the working class. He discusses the Teamsters' strategic political maneuvering and the profound disconnect between Democrats and middle-class workers. O'Brien highlights the struggles of working Americans against oppressive financial systems, the challenges of corporate giants like Amazon, and calls for accountability in both labor and politics, making a strong case for union advocacy in today’s landscape.

Ethan Harris, BofA Securities Head of Global Economics, sees a mild recession early next year. Frances Donald, Manulife Investment Management Global Chief Economist & Strategist says market is pricing in four Fed rate cuts next year. Kathy Jones, Charles Schwab Chief Fixed Income Strategist says there's a lot of disinflation in the pipeline. Dan Ives, Wedbush Sr. Research Analyst says AI is going to bigger than the street anticipates. Sean O'Brien, Brotherhood of Teamsters General President says Amazon is definitely a target going forward.Get the Bloomberg Surveillance newsletter, delivered every weekday. Sign up now: https://www.bloomberg.com/account/newsletters/surveillance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean O'Brien, General President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and a fourth-generation Teamster, passionately discusses his commitment to workers' rights. He shares insights on the union's pivotal role in American labor, touching on the challenges posed by modern corporations like Amazon. O'Brien also reflects on a viral encounter with Senator Mullin and why the Teamsters chose to abstain from endorsing a presidential candidate. Their conversation also hints at the potential of a standard 32-hour work week, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for fair labor practices.

Greg Warren, Tim Convy, and Sean O'Brien from The Consumers podcast dive into the fascinating history of Whole Foods. They discuss the store's quirky origins and the entrepreneurial journey of its founders. Personal anecdotes about grocery mishaps add humor, while insights about cheese certifications highlight the impressive skills of Whole Foods employees. The trio also reflects on the changes following Amazon’s acquisition and the importance of healthy choices, all wrapped in playful banter that keeps listeners entertained.

Journalists Andrew O'Hagan and Deborah Friedell discuss Trump's VP pick and Sean O'Brien's RNC speech. Topics include union presence at the convention, J.D. Vance as VP candidate, and the unique atmosphere of day one.