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Latest episodes

Nov 27, 2024 • 23min
TIAA's CEO on the U.S. Retirement Crisis and Retiring With a Plan
Watch TIAA CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett speak about 401(k) plans, Social Security, pensions, the economy, inflation, and more.
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Nov 21, 2024 • 25min
NY Fed President on Inflation, the Economy, and Interest Rates
John Williams, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, also spoke about the gold vault underneath the building and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's taste in music, including the Grateful Dead.
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Nov 14, 2024 • 21min
Pure Storage CEO on Silicon Valley Culture and 'Entitled' Employees
Pure Storage CEO Charlie Giancarlo spoke to Barron's about what Silicon Valley is really like as part of a wide-ranging conversation. He also discussed the spectrum of employees out there, including ones who are "entitled" and those who are "mission-oriented."
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Nov 7, 2024 • 23min
Billionaire Investor Howard Marks on Ownership vs. Debt
Howard Marks, co-chairman of Oaktree Capital Management, shares his extensive insights on investment. He explains the vital distinction between ownership and debt, especially in stocks and bonds. Marks delves into the changing landscape of high net worth investments, emphasizing the need for educating investors on alternatives. He discusses the historical decline in interest rates and warns of the anomaly it represents. Throughout, he highlights effective strategies for navigating today's high-interest environment, stressing informed decision-making.

Oct 31, 2024 • 26min
The Mistake People Make With Indexing, According to This CEO
Alger CEO Dan Chung said that "obsessive focus on categories and benchmarks and relative and returns" can inadvertenly cause allocation issues for investors as part of a wider conversation with Barron's.
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Oct 24, 2024 • 19min
How This Publishing Company Saw Its Stock Grow Sixfold Over a Decade
Nancy McKinstry, CEO of Wolters Kluwer, led the Dutch information company in a period of growth that far outpaced the market. She talked with Barron's Andy Serwer about what she learned along the way. This interview was filmed on Sept. 24.
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Oct 17, 2024 • 24min
Jonathan Bush on Zus Health, Athena Health, and How to Fix Health Care
Jonathan Bush, CEO of Zus Health, sat down with Barron's Andy Serwer to discuss his various health-care ventures as well as the chronic challenges facing the U.S. health-care system.
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Oct 10, 2024 • 23min
Verizon's CEO on How Phones and Networks Work So Differently Now
Hans Vestberg, CEO of Verizon, delves into the seismic shifts in network usage driven by streaming. He highlights a staggering 129% increase in data consumption and the pivotal role of 5G technology in elevating user experiences. Vestberg discusses Verizon's strategic focus on expanding fiber services and tailored streaming bundles, showcasing its competitive edge over traditional cable. Additionally, he reflects on the imperative of work-life balance for effective leadership, intertwining personal discipline with corporate success.

Oct 3, 2024 • 32min
Franklin Templeton CEO's on Crypto, Rihanna, AI, and More
Barron's editor at large Andy Serwer sat down for a conversation with Franklin Templeton CEO Jenny Johnson. This interview was recorded at Journal House UNGA in New York, on September 23.
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Sep 26, 2024 • 36min
Former Fed Vice Chair Ferguson on Rates, Inflation, and the Economy
Roger Ferguson, former TIAA CEO and currently sits on the Alphabet board, also talked about market regulation and AI in investing. This interview was recorded at Journal House UNGA in New York on Sept. 23.
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