Squawk Pod

Florida Governor Ron Desantis has pulled out of the Presidential race ahead of the New Hampshire primary. Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin digest his announcement and his new endorsement of former President Donald Trump. During last week’s World Economic Forum in Davos, AI took center stage; Palantir co-founder and tech investor/entrepreneur Joe Lonsdale shares his projections for AI’s impact on industry and labor. CNBC’s Steve Kovach explains the regulatory and legal slog ahead for Apple, which might be lagging behind Microsoft in today’s innovation wave. Plus, it was a big weekend for Detroit! Washington University in St. Louis Sports Business Director Patrick Rishe discusses the betting ecosystem around football’s underdogs in the playoffs: the Lions.  Steve Kovach - 10:21Joe Lonsdale - 16:27Patrick Rishe - 25:05 In this episode:Joe Lonsdale, @JTLonsdaleBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a special episode of Squawk Pod, Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin are speaking with Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Quincey shares different AI innovations shaking up the world of Coke, including Marshmello (the DJ) flavors, and Times Square Coke Christmas cards. Looking ahead, he considers the marketing opportunities generative AI could power. Plus, selling beverages in nearly every country in the world, Coca-Cola had to pass on input costs to consumers. Now, inflation is moderating and so are the price hikes–at least in the U.S. and Europe. Quincey discusses global consumer, navigating inflation, and catering to popular and unpopular drink tastes. Cheers! In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a special episode of Squawk Pod, Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin are speaking with Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Moynihan explains his economic outlook for 2024, where he expects U.S. Fed policy to go, and the strength and demand of the global consumer.  In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a special episode of Squawk Pod, Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin are speaking with Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. In his exclusive interview after Goldman’s fourth quarter financial report, Solomon explains the numbers and the firm’s shift to asset and wealth management. After a tumultuous 2023 for his firm and for the macroeconomic environment, Solomon says his firm is well-positioned, and he’s not expecting more rate hikes from the Fed.  In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a special episode of Squawk Pod, Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin sit down with designer, philanthropist, and fashion icon Diane von Furstenberg at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Furstenberg made her iconic wrap dress 50 years ago, and she’s been uniting women through fashion ever since. At Davos, she’s highlighting intention and manifestation, encouraging other attendees to see the humanity and the beauty around them, in the snowy Swiss Alps and beyond.  In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Palantir CEO Alex Karp discusses standing up to antisemitism, the role of technology in solving geopolitical problems, and the importance of leadership and authenticity. The conversation highlights societal issues, military technology collaborations, and the need for companies to address moral causes like climate change and bigotry. Karp warns against discrimination and emphasizes the significance of transparency and consistency in public communication.

Morgan Stanley's new CEO, Ted Pick, discusses his plans for the bank's growth and wealth management strategy post-quarterly report. He emphasizes long-term investments and market valuation, forecasting dealmaking ahead and exploring competition with Goldman Sachs in the wealth management sector

In a special episode of Squawk Pod, Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin are at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where they’re speaking with Blackstone co-founder, chairman, and CEO Steve Schwarzman. The head of the world’s largest alternative asset manager ($1T AUM) and a longtime investor in China, Schwarzman discusses opportunities in global real estate and China’s effort to attract more foreign direct investment. Once a donor to President Donald Trump, Schwarzman addresses questions about his support in the upcoming U.S. Presidential election.  In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a special episode of Squawk Pod, Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin are at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where they’re speaking with JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon. He takes a hard look at American political tribalism in the wake of the Iowa Presidential Caucus, and he considers the trajectory of the U.S. economy. Plus, Dimon says that China is gladly opening up to foreign investments, and he’s done talking about bitcoin–after this! Jamie Dimon talks about pet rocks, blockchain technology, and market hype.  In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a special episode of Squawk Pod, Andrew Ross Sorkin is at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where he’s speaking with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken. As the world digests Taiwan's election results, wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and attacks in the Red Sea, Secretary Blinken discusses the U.S. relationship with China, as well as the intersection of private industry and geopolitics. As violence persists in the Middle East, both in the Israel-Hamas War and in the Red Sea, Secretary Blinken explains the nuance of de-escalation in the region, including protecting civilians and finding a sustainable solution to the Palestinian question.  In this episode:Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.