Sen. Bill Cassidy

Guests include Alastair Pinder, Global Equity Strategist at HSBC, discussing how AI adoption may shape equities and credit in 2026. Ian Harnett, Chief Investment Strategist at Absolute Strategy Research, warns of potential AI bubbles and macro risks. Amanda Lynam, from BlackRock, provides insights on the credit market, predicting peak defaults but urging selectivity. U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy analyzes consumer spending trends from Black Friday and discusses health care affordability proposals. Tune in for a mix of market insights and fiscal policy!

Sen. Bill Cassidy discusses concerns about Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's health. Gov. Gavin Newsom puts speculation about a 2024 presidential bid to rest. The podcast explores the reluctance of aging leaders to step down. Debates about Biden and Trump running again and the desire for change by the American people. Discussion on the future of the Democratic Party and the possibility of Vice President Harris becoming President. Reflections on years of community and conversation at NBC News and the moderator's future commitments.

Julianne Smith, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO, shares insights on the stalled Russia-U.S. negotiations and critiques Putin's tactics as NATO remains vigilant. Ehud Olmert, former Israeli Prime Minister, voices concerns over government complicity in settler violence and calls for accountability in Gaza. Senator Bill Cassidy discusses health policy, proposing converting subsidies to health savings accounts to help families manage costs and emphasizing the need for bipartisan solutions in healthcare.

Senator Bill Cassidy, a physician and Republican from Louisiana, advocates for empowering patients in health insurance choices. He examines the contrast between strong Black Friday spending and the financial struggles many face due to rising costs. Discussing the Affordable Care Act, he proposes redirecting subsidies to health savings accounts, enhancing affordability. Cassidy also emphasizes how policies on taxes and infrastructure can stimulate job creation while balancing government shutdown risks with effective healthcare solutions.

This week features Kevin Hassett, a former White House economist, discussing the impact of inflation and collaboration between Trump and New York's mayor-elect on affordability. U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett speaks candidly about Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation, linking it to the Epstein files investigation and her own Senate ambitions. Sen. Bill Cassidy provides insight into vaccine safety debates and proposes converting ACA premium tax credits into health savings accounts to empower patients while addressing skyrocketing healthcare costs.