
The David Rubenstein Show
What makes a great leader? How can leadership be developed into a force for true achievement? The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations explores successful leadership through the personal and professional choices of the most influential people in business. Renowned financier and philanthropist David Rubenstein travels the country talking to leaders to uncover their stories and their path to success. Each episode features an interview with one business leader.
Latest episodes

Mar 7, 2024 • 24min
Vas Narasimhan
Novartis CEO Vas Narasimhan discusses transforming the company into an innovative medicines giant. Topics include pharmaceutical innovations, AI in drug research, sustainability efforts, diversity & inclusion, and essential skills for CEOs. Insights on career growth in the pharmaceutical industry and market investment opportunities.

Feb 22, 2024 • 24min
Enrique Lores
HP Inc. President & CEO Enrique Lores shares his insights on the future of the pc and printing industries. He speaks on "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations". This interview was recorded February 8 in Washington DC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 15, 2024 • 24min
Ruth Porat
Alphabet President, CIO & CFO Ruth Porat shares journey from banking to tech, discusses future of AI, and gives career advice. Topics include innovation at Google, safety of Waymo vehicles, renewable energy supply, partnerships, and the power of AI. Porat also talks about resilience and progress in a male-dominated industry.

Feb 1, 2024 • 24min
Sheila Johnson
Sheila Johnson, founder & CEO of the Salamander Collection, shares the story behind her luxury hospitality company's brand and becoming the first African American woman to have ownership in three professional sports teams. She speaks on "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations". This interview was recorded January 4 in Washington DC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 2024 • 23min
Dr. Rajiv Shah
Dr. Rajiv Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, discusses tackling climate change, working with influential leaders like Bill Gates and President Biden, and his time running USAID.

Jan 11, 2024 • 24min
Dr. Selwyn Vickers
Dr. Selwyn Vickers, President & CEO of Memorial Sloan Kettering, discusses expanding cancer care and the role of environmental factors. He explores genetic factors in breast, ovarian, prostate, lung, brain, and pancreatic cancer, and the challenges of early detection. The potential impact of weight loss drug, Ozempic, on cancer is also discussed. Dr. Vickers shares his educational background, upbringing, experience with pancreatic cancer surgery, and qualities of a great surgeon.

Jan 4, 2024 • 23min
Deborah Liu
Ancestry CEO Deborah Liu discusses the tech industry, AI's impact on her business, and the value of public records. She also explores genealogy research, surprises from DNA tests, women's career advancement, and the impact of our ancestors' migration on our identity.

Dec 7, 2023 • 24min
Bill Ackman
Bill Ackman, CEO and Founder of Pershing Square Capital Management, discusses the 2024 US presidential candidates, AI, and the state of Harvard after anti-Israel protests. He also talks about the economy, debt repricing concerns, his philanthropy and political involvement, past successful bets, and the hiring process for his firm. A fascinating conversation on 'The David Rubenstein Show'.

Nov 30, 2023 • 24min
Peter Zaffino
AIG Chairman and CEO Peter Zaffino talks about the insurance giant's turnaround and AI's impact on his industry. He speaks on "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations". This interview was recorded October 16 in New York. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 9, 2023 • 24min
Jane Goodall
Jane Goodall, ethologist & conservationist, shares details from over 60 years of studying chimpanzees and explains why she isn't slowing down at 89 years old. She discusses her early influences, observing chimpanzees, her groundbreaking discoveries, and the creation of the Jane Goodall Institute.
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