Open Book with Anthony Scaramucci
You may think you know Anthony Scaramucci: a Harvard Law School graduate who cut his teeth at Goldman Sachs, went on to build two successful businesses and had an 11-day stint in the White House. What people don’t know is he’s an avid reader, endlessly curious, history buff with a restless mind.
In his new podcast, Open Book, listeners will hear and get to know the real Anthony: the proud son of immigrant parents, a long-suffering New York Mets fan and a father of five. Each week, he’ll invite you into an intimate and open conversation with some of the brightest minds out there, from business, politics, entertainment, and more. Together, they’ll go deep into a piece of work - whether it's a highly anticipated book, an in-depth feature story, or an opinion piece – to dig into why it matters to you, what we can learn from the past, and how their work is shaping our future.
Along the way, you’ll learn more about The Mooch – beyond the headlines – where he came from and how he got here. He’ll turn the pages on his own life lessons from his blue-collar upbringing and career on Wall Street to getting his teeth kicked in the White House and then, coming back stronger. He’ll offer his perspective as a self-made entrepreneur and “open book” with a lot of experience, both good and bad.
Tune in every week to hear fascinating conversations you won’t get anywhere else.
Latest episodes
May 8, 2023 • 42min
The Ugliness Of Politics Is A Reflection of the Ugliness That Is Society with Governor Andrew Cuomo
Anthony talks with Andrew Cuomo, the 56th Governor of New York. With over 20 years of friendship under their belt, Anthony and Andrew get personal on the highs and very public lows life has thrown at them. Together they discuss what the city they both love needs, to do better. Of course, we couldn’t have the elder Cuomo brother on without getting into some of that sibling rivalry… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 4, 2023 • 43min
A Royal Biographer’s Affair with Matthew Dennison
In this episode, Anthony talks with British biographer Matthew Dennison. With the coronation of King Charles fast approaching, Matthew gives Anthony his take on all things Royal, from his magisterial biography of the late Queen Elizabeth II, to what the Brits really think of Meghan Markle. Matthew’s latest book looks at the much-loved children’s author Roald Dahl, uncovering a life many of us wouldn’t expect, and he examines the censorship issue Dahl’s books now face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1, 2023 • 49min
Still Dreaming of Jeannie with Barbara Eden
Anthony is joined by none other than Hollywood legend, Barbara Eden. Barbara opens up about the tragic loss of her son Matthew to an overdose in 2001, and Anthony shares the struggles with addiction in his own family.Barbara then lets us in on countless tales from her storied career. Having shared studios with everyone from Elvis Presley to Marilyn Monroe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 27, 2023 • 46min
How Do You Live Decently In An Indecent World with Don Winslow
International bestselling crime writer Don Winslow joins Anthony to discuss his brand-new book and his penultimate, City of Dreams. Rhode Island and Long Island; Italian and Irish; Mob stories and the Classics. Anthony and Don reveal everything and more in this conversation, including how Don Winslow was way far ahead of Anthony on who Donald Trump really is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 24, 2023 • 45min
Secretary of Defense Mark Esper’s Oath to America
Mark Esper, the 27th Secretary of Defense under President Trump joins Anthony to discuss his bestselling memoir, A Sacred Oath: Memoirs of a Secretary of Defense During Extraordinary Times. Together they make sense of the Trump years, sharing stories from behind the closed White House doors, and of course, both of their firings. Then, Secretary Esper examines America’s current national security, considering the threat of China, Putin - and the United States itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 20, 2023 • 49min
America Keeps Me Up At Night with Dr. Richard Haass
Anthony sits down with American diplomat and outgoing Council on Foreign Relations president, Dr. Richard Haass, to discuss his New York Times bestseller The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens. Dr. Haass shares his wealth of experience blending politics, civics and history to argue that citizenship must be redefined, and bold change is the only thing that can save American democracy, before it’s too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 17, 2023 • 45min
The Great Money Psych: Wealth, Greed, and Happiness with Morgan Housel
In today’s episode, Anthony talks with award-winning author, Morgan Housel. Housel’s book The Psychology of Money has sold over 3 million copies worldwide and has been translated into 53 languages. They get to the root of what our relationship with money can tell us about ourselves, discussing the real definition of wealth, approaches to investing, saving and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 13, 2023 • 29min
Only Common Sense Can Save Us! With Billionaire John Catsimatidis
In this episode Anthony is joined Red Apple Group chairman and CEO, John Catsimatidis. Together they discuss John’s new bestselling book, How Far Do You Want to Go: Lessons from a Common-Sense Billionaire which shares his incredible rise to success. Having reached the top on both sides of the political spectrum, John separates the disloyal from the weak and who we need to bring back unity in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 10, 2023 • 54min
Say Goodbye to Your Backup Plan with Matt Higgins
Anthony is joined by serial entrepreneur and friend, Matt Higgins to discuss his new book, Burn the Boats. Matt opens up about his own rags-to-riches life story and how he made it happen, with no room for Plan B. He shares his struggles with anxiety, loss, and failure – and reveals what his editors wouldn’t let him include in his book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 6, 2023 • 38min
Did Someone Say 4-Day Work Week? Juliet Schor did…
We’ve all heard about the 4-day work week, but is it realistic? Will it really improve our lives as much as people say? And how can we persuade the traditionalists? Renowned economist and sociologist, Juliet Schor, answers all of this and more on today’s episode, but does she persuade Anthony… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
