The Drill Down

Cory Johnson
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Oct 19, 2022 • 39min

Ep. 175: Planet Labs CEO Will Marshall, Silvergate Capital, Netflix, Lockheed Martin

What Planet Labs CEO Will Marshall (PL) is doing to combat climate change… and make its mark in the emerging space industry. Crypto bank Silvergate Capital (SI) hints at when its stablecoin may be ready. How Netflix (NFLX) got its groove back… and revels the eye popping number of its production budget. Lockheed Martin (LMT) reveals some secrets about billions of dollars in classified weapons development, including weapons in space.  The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a daily look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 12, 2022 • 33min

Ep. 174: Designer Brands CEO Roger Rawlins, Levi’s, Tilray, Applied Micro Devices

Footwear retailer Designer Brands CEO Roger Rawlins (DBI) tells us how he changed his business during the pandemic with a less-is-more strategy. When marijuana company Tilray (TLRY) may start to capitalize on a friendlier stance on cannabis at the White House. Applied Micro Devices (AMD) gives a warning about the direction of the personal computing industry. Inflation, supply chain issues and a strong dollar are making Levi’s (LEVI) blue… but the company sees more consumers wearing Levi’s to the office. The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a regular look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 6, 2022 • 28min

Ep. 173: Endava CEO John Cotterell, Helen of Troy, Micron Technologies, RPM International

Endava CEO John Cotterell (DAVA) on how to manage decade-long relationships with corporate clients and keep IT business growing. Helen of Troy (HELE) sees inflation take a bite out of its beauty business. Micron Technologies (MU) makes a massive bet on a new semiconductor factory and forecasts what’s next for personal computers. How RPM International (RPM) keeps its coating business growing despite rising costs. The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a regular look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 21, 2022 • 40min

Ep. 172: Trinity Capital CEO Steve Brown, AutoZone, Apogee Enterprises, Bowlero

Trinity Capital CEO Steve Brown (TRIN) gives us a master class in investing in growth-stage companies. How AutoZone (AZO) successfully hedges downward pressures on prices and customers. Apogee Enterprises (APOG) looks beyond office towers as customers for its windows. Bowlero (BOWL) bounces back from the pandemic and positions itself as an alternative to the company water cooler. The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a regular look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 13, 2022 • 36min

Ep. 171: Secureworks CEO Wendy Thomas, American Outdoor Brands, Mastercraft Boat Holdings, FuelCell Energy

How Secureworks CEO Wendy Thomas (SCWX) reimagined the cybersecurity company and is carving out a niche in a crowded field of threat detection. Is American Outdoor Brands (AOUT) a proverbial canary in the coal mine when it comes to shooting sports. Despite strong profits, what has Mastercraft Boat Holdings (MCFT) so worried about the industry? Will FuelCell Energy (FCEL) be able to finish a submarine base on schedule… and how might the green tech company benefit from increased climate spending? The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a regular look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 9, 2022 • 34min

Ep. 170: SoundHound AI CEO Keyvan Mohajer, Coupa Software, Chesapeake Energy, HubSpot

SoundHound AI CEO Keyvan Mohajer (SOUN) on the growing importance of conversational artificial intelligence and the future of computing. Coupa Software (COUP) delivers on its promise of a strong quarter. How Chesapeake Energy (CHK) is taking advantage of higher energy prices. Will HubSpot (HUBS) be able to win market share with lower prices? The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a regular look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 1, 2022 • 36min

Ep. 169: Coupa CEO Rob Bernshteyn, Chewy, Express, REX American Resources

How Coupa CEO Rob Bernshteyn (COUP) plans to win new customers as well as recession-proof his massive cloud-based business spend management platform. How pet toy retailer Chewy (CHWY) plans to navigate the double headed challenge of inflation pressure and shifting consumer behavior. Is it possible for Express (EXPR) to course correct? Why is REX American Resources (REX) complaining so loudly about its business? The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a regular look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 29, 2022 • 35min

Ep. 168: Heliogen CEO Bill T. Gross, Dell, Affirm, Workday

How Heliogen CEO Bill T. Gross (HLGN) is generating power by employing mirrors… and drawing investments from Bill Gates and Steve Case. The headwinds Dell (DELL) is preparing for. Digesting potential challenges to the computer models at lender Affirm (AFRM). Will recession fears dampen Workday’s (WDAY) strong year? The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a regular look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 17, 2022 • 39min

Ep. 167: Smartsheet CEO Mark Mader, United States Steel Corporation, Avis Budget Group, Graphic Packaging Holding Company

Smartsheet CEO Mark Mader (SMAR) tells us what’s behind the company’s impressive sales figures. United States Steel Corporation (X) watches one of its businesses grow as the energy sector prepares to increase drilling. Avis Budget Group (CAR) saw a huge silver lining to the global pandemic. How Graphic Packaging Holding Company (GPK) is able to raise prices without hearing complaints from its customers. The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a regular look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 10, 2022 • 35min

Ep. 166: Verint CEO Dan Bodner, Constellation Energy, Tyson Foods, Palantir Technologies

How Verint CEO Dan Bodner (VRNT) is harnessing artificial intelligence and digital technology to try to improve customer experience and its chat bots. Constellation Energy (CEG) may see a boost from the climate bill. Tyson Foods (TSN) finds benefits in cheap meat. Palantir Technologies (PLTR) leaves us wondering what would be left of the company without its lucrative government contracts. The Drill Down with Cory Johnson offers a regular look at the business stories behind stocks on the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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