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
Feb 14, 2024 • 39min
What Happens After the Oval Office? Seven Presidents Tell Us with Jared Cohen
This week, Anthony talks with New York Times bestselling author Jared Cohen. His new book Life After Power looks at seven presidents and their search for purpose beyond the White House. Jared shares untold stories of our former Commander-in-Chiefs, from departing honorably and learning to manage their egos, to questions of mortality and becoming “human” again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 7, 2024 • 29min
Is Life Just One Big Fluke? Brian Klaas Tells Us
This week, Anthony talks with political scientist Brian Klaas about his new bestseller, Fluke: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matters.Brian argues that but for a few small changes, our lives and societies could be wildly different. He gets personal on the flukes that have altered the course of his own life; discusses the many random moments that have defined history; and explains why we control nothing but influence everything… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 31, 2024 • 32min
Tristan Snell Successfully Prosecuted Trump Once, Can It Be Done Again?
This week, Anthony talks with attorney Tristan Snell about his new book Taking Down Trump: 12 Rules for Prosecuting Donald Trump by Someone Who Did It Successfully.Tristan provides insight into the rules of dealing with Trump; the challenges faced when prosecuting him; and the reality of the likely 2024 Republican presidential nominee being under such intense legal scrutiny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 24, 2024 • 41min
Does Dinner with Joe DiMaggio Make You Street Smart? with Dr. Rock Positano
This week, Anthony talks with acclaimed author Dr. Rock Positano about his new book, co-authored with his brother John Positano, Street Smart: The Primer for Success in the New World. From the streets of Brooklyn to the halls of Yale, Rock stresses why having street smarts and making the most of any lucky break life gives us are the keys to success. As the man who knew legendary baseball player Joe DiMaggio best in the last decade of his life, he then shares candid stories about the Yankee Clipper, from his marriage and undying love for Marilyn Monroe, to his carefully managed image and private life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 17, 2024 • 35min
The REAL Life & Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with Jonathan Eig
Following Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Anthony sits down with award-winning journalist and biographer Jonathan Eig.Jonathan’s latest book King: A Life, is the first major biography of Dr. King in decades and the only to include recently declassified FBI files. He paints an intimate portrait of the real Martin Luther King Jr., casting new light his origins; revealing his complex marital relationship; and why he was rarely ever at peace, even with himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 10, 2024 • 29min
Morgan Housel: Are We Really the Same as Ever?
In this week's new episode, Anthony sits down with bestselling author and finance expert, Morgan Housel. Why does our relationship with money define us? How much has it changed over time? Where should we really be finding our happiness? And what are the two most important words in investing? Morgan answers everything and more on today's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 3, 2024 • 35min
Is the US Heading for a Trade War? With Robert Lighthizer
For decades, American trade policy indicated that free trade was always the answer, but during his tenure as US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer “blew" that idea up and implemented policies that put American workers first. He joins Anthony this week to discuss US trade relations, his time in government, and his new book, No Trade is Free: Changing Course, Taking on China, and Helping America's Workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 27, 2023 • 38min
Jay Abraham Shares the Cheat Code to Wealth Without Risk
This week, Anthony talks with executive coach and marketing guru Jay Abraham about his new book, Business Wealth Without Risk. Known as the "21.7-billion-dollar man" Jay shares how to break down a business and think like a pro. Together they discuss, growth, risk, managing failure, and get personal on their own journey's and friendship over the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 20, 2023 • 38min
Is Donald Trump Tired Of Winning? Ask Jonathan Karl
This week, Anthony talks with veteran Washington reporter Jonathan Karl. Jonathan’s new book Tired of Winning explores how Donald Trump has wrecked the Grand Old Party and remade it in his own image. Together they discuss Trump’s campaign for “revenge,” his transition from disgraced to the dominant force, yet again, and what a second Trump presidency would mean for American democracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 13, 2023 • 32min
The Chaos Kings on Wall Street with Scott Patterson
This week, Anthony talks with veteran Wall Street Journal reporter Scott Patterson about his new book Chaos Kings: How Wall Street Traders Make Billions in the New Age of Crisis.Together they discuss the increasing focus on crisis and market crashes on Wall Street, delve into the ‘black swans’ that feature in the book and shed light on the “chaos kings” who strive to turn extreme events into financial gain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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