
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

Sep 11, 2024 • 38min
Mastering Intrigue with Brad Thor
This week, Anthony talks with bestselling author Brad Thor about his new thriller, Shadow of Doubt. Brad shares his insights on the current world events that inspire his novels, including the rise of China, the Russian threat, and the importance of the United States' role in global affairs. He emphasizes the need for creativity and adaptability in the face of changing times and discusses the intense research and writing process behind his books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 4, 2024 • 33min
Failure is Success with Vernon Turner
This week, Anthony is joined by Vernon Turner, a former NFL star and author to discuss his inspiring journey of overcoming adversity and finding purpose in his book 'Beyond the Limits'. Vernon discusses his challenging upbringing, including being raised by his grandmother and dealing with his mother's drug addiction, emphasising the importance of resilience, family, and never giving up. He also touches on the power of forgiveness, the impact of social media, and the need for empathy in today's society. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 28, 2024 • 37min
The Next American Century with Dmitri Alperovitch
How can America beat China in the race for the twenty-first century? Today's guest Dmitri Alperovitch answers that question in his new book, World on the Brink.They then move on to the election, discussing its impact on US-China relations and why Xi Jinping could make his decision on Taiwan sooner than we think… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 21, 2024 • 36min
The Rebels of the Left & the Right with Joshua Green
This week, Anthony talks with bestselling author and Bloomberg Businessweek correspondent Joshua Green about his books, The Rebels and Devil’s Bargain. In his first book, Josh chronicles how the forces of economic populism on the right, led by the likes of Steve Bannon, turned Donald Trump into their flawed but powerful vessel. In The Rebels, he accounts the long struggle that has played out in parallel on the left with the rise of characters like AOC, Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 14, 2024 • 36min
A Hollywood Frenzy with T.J. Newman
What’s your biggest fear as a pilot? That’s the question former flight attendant and #1 internationally bestselling author TJ Newman kept asking before writing her books. T.J.’s brand-new thriller Worst Case Scenario may be the most frightening yet. When a commercial jet crashes into a nuclear power plant, is there any chance of survival? And what happens when ordinary people are faced with the extraordinary – in this case, the ultimate test of their lives. With T.J.’s books already causing a Hollywood frenzy, we get a sneak peak of what is to come… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 7, 2024 • 39min
What Really Happened to Michael Milken with Richard V. Sandler
This week, Anthony talks with executive vice president, secretary, and a trustee of the Milken Family Foundation Richard V. Sandler about his book Witness to a Prosecution: The Myth of Michael Milken. Why did Michael Milken accept a plea deal? As Mike’s personal attorney since 1983, Richard tells us what really happened during that famous prosecution based on the facts. He discusses how Michael was viewed as a threat to finance, and Rudy Giuliani’s personal ambitions which led to his aggressive pursual of the Milken’s. He then moves on to Mike’s imprisonment, the aftermath and his later, much-deserved pardoning from President Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 31, 2024 • 49min
Is Joe Biden the Last Politician? With Franklin Foer
Who is the Joe Biden that nobody knows? This week, Anthony talks with Franklin Foer about his bestselling book, The Last Politician: Inside Joe Biden’s White House and the Struggle for America’s Future. Franklin shares light on the Biden administration behind closed doors, including the real relationship between the current President and Vice President, discussing whether Kamala Harris can really beat Donald Trump. He then gets moves on to the real legacy of Joe Biden, and whether history will reward him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 24, 2024 • 42min
Can America Survive Another Season of the Trump Show? Variety's Ramin Setoodeh Tells Us
Would Trump have become President of the United States without The Apprentice? It’s a question he has often considered. Ramin Setoodeh is the journalist that has spoken to Trump the most in recent years, and his new book, Apprentice in Wonderland: How Donald Trump and Mark Burnett Took America Through the Looking Glass is the untold story of the former president’s time as a reality TV star. Together they discuss everything from Trump’s “severe memory issues” and deepest insecurities to the possibility of a second term, and his real legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 17, 2024 • 50min
American Higher Education: Disaster or Envy? with Sol Gittleman
Why does higher education matter? Hardly a day passes without reference to some scandal, fraud or failure associated with American academic institutions, and there are few more important stories to be told in America right now than this one. Anthony is joined by Tuft’s Professor Emeritus Sol Gittleman to discuss his new book, The Accidental Triumph: The Improbable History of American Higher Education. Sol reflects on his many years of leadership at Tufts University discussing whether American higher education is a disaster as it is sometimes painted, or really the great envy of the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 10, 2024 • 31min
Murder, Greed & Power with Daniel Silva
This week, Anthony is joined by #1 New York Times bestselling author, Daniel Silva.What do murder, scandal and insatiable greed have in common? Daniel’s brand-new thriller, A Death in Cornwall. As the beloved Gabriel Allon begins a desperate search for a stolen Picasso, he finds himself pursuing a powerful and incredibly dangerous new adversary, one that hits close to home with out current political environment… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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