Tensions Rise in the Persian Gulf
The BBC World Business Report episode examines the escalating conflict in the Persian Gulf, focusing on the U.S. "Project Freedom" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the resulting impact on global oil shipments. It features insights from U.S. officials, tanker CEO Nikola Sackos, seafarers’ union leader Sasha Meyer, and Trafigura chief economist Saad Rahim, who explain the military, economic, and human dimensions of the crisis. Key takeaways include the distinction between defensive and offensive U.S. operations, the strain on stranded crews, and how oil price headlines mask a complex gap between financial futures and physical barrel availability. The guests highlight that even if the strait reopens, normal shipping volumes will take months to recover, potentially extending inflationary pressure on fuel and consumer goods.
Ep 75 - Corn Juice Down Her Chin at Grandy's, Fired by Her Own Dad, and Six Other Jobs She...
In this episode of The Radke Show, David and Melissa Radke discuss the hustle culture of summer jobs, highlighting their son Rocco's entrepreneurial venture cleaning trash cans and offering odd‑job services under the brand "Dirty Work." They contrast Rocco’s hands‑on...
Eswar Prasad on Escaping the Doom Loop
In this episode, Cornell professor and Brookings senior fellow Eswar Prasad discusses his new book *The Doom Loop*, which argues that the intertwining of economics, domestic politics, and geopolitics has created a self‑reinforcing negative feedback cycle eroding strong institutions worldwide....
Finding Good in the Hardest Moments with James Ferguson
In this episode, host Brandon Laws talks with James Ferguson about his new book, *Seek the Good and Celebrate*, which grew out of Ferguson’s 2021 cancer journey. Ferguson shares how the mantra of seeking good and celebrating—even during chemotherapy—led to...
Why Managing AI Is An Inclusion Problem
In this episode, Dr. Jonathan argues that managing AI should be framed as an inclusion problem rather than just a technology issue. He highlights how AI reshapes work, often replacing repetitive tasks, and notes that HR leaders are still using...
What Two Operators Learned Writing First Checks
The episode follows two founders-turned-angel investors as they recount their journeys from early startup failures to successful exits and subsequent investing. One guest describes pivoting from a failed "LinkedIn for engineers" idea to a student-focused platform, raising $900K, and experiencing...
Why Meta's AI Has No Point of View
In this 9‑minute episode, Taylor explains why a robust context layer is essential for AI to produce reliable insights, using a live demo where an AI tool misinterprets a performance dashboard until it’s given a clear hierarchy of metrics. He...
The Interplay Between Liquidity and Collateral
In this episode of the JP Morgan Making Sense podcast, Eileen Hurley talks with Michael Wynn, global head of liquidity and FX, and Adele Burke, global head of mortgage services, about how clients are managing intraday liquidity, the shifting balance between...
Interview with Turkiye's Diplomacy 05.05.2026
In this episode, host Uma speaks with financial consultant Laurent Lecon of The Macro Butler about the cascading economic fallout from the war disrupting oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Lecon warns that Asian oil reserves will only last...
How to Use AI to Grow Your Business on Social Media in 2026
In this episode, Gary Vaynerchuk and his guest discuss how AI is becoming as essential as electricity for small business owners, using the example of dog trainers who want to boost their social‑media presence. They outline practical AI tools—like Runway...
WNBA Valuations / MLS Development League Overhaul
The episode dives into the rapid rise in WNBA franchise valuations, highlighting average team worth of $427 million and the impact of new media deals, labor peace, and star players like Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark. Hosts discuss the league’s unique...
Episode 452: Kathleen McDonough and Derek Williamson Talk About Recruitment Technology, Drawing a Line in the Sand with AI, and...
In Episode 452, co‑founders Kathleen McDonough and Derek Williamson of EverRecruiting discuss how hiring has become a numbers‑driven, inefficient process, especially in service‑focused industries where frontline managers are asked to use clunky recruiting software. They argue that the surge of...
Hard Lessons: Rick Rieder
In this Hard Lessons episode, Morgan Stanley’s chief economist Seth Carpenter interviews Rick Rieder, BlackRock’s CIO of Global Fixed Income and head of the Global Allocation Investment Team, who oversees roughly $3 trillion in assets. Rieder challenges the efficient‑market hypothesis, arguing...
Building Blackstone, Backing Costco, with Tony James
In this episode, David Haber interviews Tony James, a veteran of DLJ and Blackstone, about the evolution of modern private markets and the principles behind building enduring firms. James recounts how DLJ grew from a tiny boutique to a top‑five...
The “Mirror Test” Every Leader Needs Before Adopting AI
In this episode, host David Rice and AI‑strategy expert Victoria Pelletier discuss why leaders must first "hold up a mirror" to understand the actual task‑level work happening in their organizations before launching AI initiatives. They explain a bottom‑up approach that...
AI Adoption in Finance: What CFOs Get Wrong (And How to Do It Right)
In this episode of CFO Weekly, host Megan Weiss talks with Ashok Manthena, CFO and Chief Finance AI at Chatfin, about the current state of AI adoption in finance. Ashok explains that CFOs are moving from curiosity to active experimentation,...
Does This Market Rhyme with 1926, 1928 or Even 1929?
The episode reviews the latest market turbulence driven by escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf, which have spiked oil prices and boosted the U.S. dollar, while U.S. equities show mixed reactions to AI hype and recent earnings. Key corporate updates...
Building Maven Clinic when No One Believed with CEO Kate Ryder
In this episode of Lifers, CEO Kate Ryder discusses the evolution of Maven Clinic, the first unicorn in women's health, focusing on the challenges of scaling from $200M to $500M in revenue and aligning every part of the business. She...
Forget Earnings Season. It’s Takeover Season.
In this episode of Motley Fool Hidden Gems Investing, hosts John Quast, Rachel Warren, and guest Travis Hoyam dissect two high‑profile M&A rumors: GameStop’s audacious $56 billion bid to acquire eBay and a circulating rumor that AI leader Anthropic may buy...
Mass General Brigham’s Sriraman Says SaaS Outages Expose Hidden Cloud Dependencies
In this episode of the Health System CIO Show, Mass General Brigham CTO Sri Sriraman discusses the hidden dependencies of SaaS applications on public cloud infrastructures, highlighting recent multi‑region outages that exposed a lack of transparency around where vendors host...
GameStop Wants eBay for $56bn
In this episode of World Business Express, the hosts dissect GameStop’s unexpected $56 billion unsolicited bid to acquire eBay, questioning the feasibility of financing such a deal and its strategic rationale. They also explore the ongoing maritime crisis in the Strait...
The Mission Generation: A Conversation with Arun Gupta on Reclaiming Purpose and Rebuilding the Future.
In this episode of the Business of Government Hour, host Michael Keegan talks with Arun Gupta, CEO of the Noble Reach Foundation and co‑author of *The Mission Generation*, about a new cohort of professionals who seek to blend personal ambition...
Top 10 Hiring Mistakes - #6 - The Warm Body Problem
In this episode of Manager Tools, Sarah and Mark dissect the "warm body problem," the hiring mistake of lowering standards to fill an immediate staffing gap with a minimally qualified employee. They explain how this short‑term fix backfires, leading to...
ETFs and Mutual Funds: What Dual Share Classes Could Mean for Investors
In this episode of JP Morgan’s Making Sense, Thumi Oshiale talks with Dimensional Fund Advisors’ Joel Schneider and Lauren Olson about the emerging dual‑share‑class model, where a single portfolio is offered both as a traditional mutual fund and as an ETF....
Eddie Ramos: How AI Is Reshaping Investing and Boardrooms
In this episode, Eddie Ramos—a veteran investor, board director, and ESG advocate—explores how artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping investment practices, board oversight, and capital formation. He explains AI’s rapid rise since ChatGPT’s debut, its integration into mutual funds, venture‑focused public...
Jobsync Roundtable: Candidate Fraud in Hiring
In this JobSync roundtable, host Chris Russell and panelists Leah Daniels, Alex Murphy, Julie Kelly, along with guests Andrew Godomsky of Aspen Analytics and Jason Roberts of Cielo, dissect the rising problem of candidate fraud in hiring. They define fraud...
Consulting Critical for Benefit Brokers
In this episode, host Peter Van Artryk talks with Tammy Shapiro, SVP and GM of Employee Benefits Solutions at Applied Systems, about how technology and automation are reshaping the employee benefits brokerage market. Shapiro explains the rise of "Broker 2.0,"...
How AIG Is Reinventing Insurance With AI | Peter Zaffino
In this episode, Peter Zaffino, chairman and CEO of AIG, discusses his rapid ascent through the company, the massive $33 billion underwriting loss in AIG’s core property‑and‑casualty business, and the transformative role of AI in underwriting and claims. He shares personal...
Apple After Tim Cook: Where Is It Heading? | Behind the Numbers
In this episode, analysts Yuri Wormser and Jacob Bourne dissect Tim Cook’s 15‑year tenure at Apple, highlighting his financial transformation, expansion of services, supply‑chain diversification, and cautious AI strategy. They debate whether Apple needs another "iPhone moment" or an App...
213. Ups and Downs at the Port of Los Angeles
In this episode, host Chad Bowne tours the Port of Los Angeles with executive director Gene Soroka, exploring the port’s massive scale, its role in moving roughly $1 billion of cargo daily, and its critical impact on the U.S. economy—supporting about...
Game 7s, Duke's Prime Video Deal, and a Conversation with Northwestern's J.A. Adande
In this episode of Sports Media Watch, hosts John Lewis and Armand Brody discuss the shifting landscape of sports broadcasting, from the decline of traditional studio shows to the rise of streaming and podcast platforms, highlighted by a conversation with...
Finding Treasures in the Trash
In this debut episode of "Finding Treasures in the Trash," host Keri Jacobs-Curvetto introduces the show's premise: turning the painful, hidden parts of our lives into sources of growth and meaning. She frames anxiety, depression, and feelings of not belonging...
Tariffs’ Messy Reality: The Cost-of-Living Election | Part 1: Ohio
In this episode, host Sabrina Siddiqui examines how President Trump's tariff policy is affecting Ohio's manufacturing sector, spotlighting the closure of the Conselmer brass instrument plant and the contrasting expansion at Whirlpool's washing‑machine factory. Workers like Katrina McAvoy blame tariffs...
Accounting for Internal-Use Software (#394)
In this episode, Steve Bragg explains the new accounting guidance for internally developed software, which replaces the old stage‑based model with a simple recognition threshold that requires management commitment and a probable completion. He outlines how to assess development uncertainty—technological...
Party City Is Back… Inside Staples? | Fast Five Shorts
The episode examines Party City's 2024 comeback by embedding its product lines inside more than 700 Staples stores, a move aimed at pairing party supplies with Staples' printing services for a one‑stop celebration shop. Hosts discuss the strategic rationale, noting...
Best Buy’s New CEO Has a Huge Challenge Ahead | Fast Five Shorts
Best Buy announced that long‑time executive Jason Bonfig will succeed Corey Berry as CEO on October 31, 2026, after Berry’s seven‑year tenure guiding the retailer through COVID‑19, high inflation, and tariff challenges. Bonfig, a 27‑year veteran who currently oversees merchandising,...
Trump Announces 25% Tariffs on Cars From the EU
The episode examines President Donald Trump's announcement of a 25% tariff on European cars and trucks, arguing the move stems from perceived EU non‑compliance with a recent trade deal, especially over steel and aluminium disputes. BBC correspondents and EU officials...
The Art of Crossing the Chasm: When Is a Startup Ready for Enterprise Adoption?
In this episode of the Robot Report, Steve Crow and Mike Oitzman discuss how startups can determine when they’re ready to sell to large enterprises, featuring insights from Neil Hanch, CEO of Silicon Foundry, on bridging the "chasm" to enterprise...
1977: Ask Farnoosh: How Much Should We Pay for College? Plus: Her Investments Went Missing
In this episode Farnoosh Torabi tackles the looming decision of college costs, urging listeners to treat college choice as their first major financial decision and to weigh return on investment. She shares a cautionary story about a woman whose investment...
The Outbreak of Warsh
The episode examines the revival of Gulf public bond issuance after a two‑month war‑induced pause, highlighted by Emirates NBD’s $750 million AT1 bond that priced at 6.25% and attracted a $2 billion order book with roughly 24% international demand. Analysts discuss why...
Can AI Help You Start a Company? + What Social Media Regulation Really Means
In this episode the hosts explore the emerging role of AI as a personal companion, noting that many top AI apps are used for emotional support rather than productivity, with therapy-like interactions becoming the leading corporate use. They debate whether...
Ep. 197 - The SaaS Retention Problem Starts Before the Customer Signs
In this episode, Jason Roberts, a veteran B2B SaaS executive turned fractional advisor, explains how retention problems often begin long before a contract is signed. He argues that growth‑stage SaaS firms focus too heavily on top‑of‑funnel demand generation while neglecting...
AI, Trust, and the Expanding Role of Finance: A Sage Future Special
In this special CFO Thought Leader episode, Sage’s CTO Aaron Harris, SVP John Fasoli, and construction‑segment SVP Julie Adams discuss how AI is shifting finance from a manual, assistive tool to an autonomous, strategic engine. Harris emphasizes that trust and...
Phenom Buys Plum
In this episode of Speaking of RegTech, host Chris Russell covers three major news items: Windmill's $12 million seed round for its workforce context‑graph platform, Nomad Health's pivot to an AI‑driven staffing software with a new CEO, and Phenom's acquisition of...
How King Charles Un-Tariffed Scotch
The episode covers three main stories: a thaw in U.S.-Venezuela relations that has reopened commercial flights and attracted U.S. oil majors back to Venezuela; Australia’s response to the global energy crunch sparked by the Iran‑Israel conflict, including fuel stockpiling, diversified...
Cathie Wood: How to Invest for 2026
In this episode, hosts Dan Coatsworth and Danny Hewson dissect a week of market‑shaking news, from the Bank of England’s rate hold and rising inflation forecasts to the fallout of the UAE exiting OPEC and its impact on oil prices....
The Jesser Business Blueprint (Feat. JesserCo President Zach Miller)
In this episode of Crater Upload, hosts Lauren Schnipper and Joshua Cohen interview Zach Miller, President of Jesser Co., about the recent reorganization of the company and its growth strategy. Miller explains how the parent company shifted from Bucket Squad...
Turning VR Into a Spectator Sport with Mirra - Where We Buy #381
In this episode, James Cook talks with Sam Wang, founder of Mira Immersive, about the company’s innovative VR arena that blends immersive gaming, live spectator screens, and full-service food and beverage. Wang explains how Mira’s 25‑by‑25‑foot arena lets up to...
AI Agents and the Future of Construction Sales
In this episode of AEC Business, host Arne Heiskanen talks with Paul Indinger, Managing Director of Building Radar, about how AI and generative AI are transforming sales in the construction sector. Paul explains the evolution of Building Radar from a...
AI Assistants That Sell You Things On The Side | Behind the Numbers
In this episode of "Behind the Numbers," hosts Marcus, Grace Harmon, and Nate Elliott dissect OpenAI's ambitious plan to generate $100 billion in ad revenue from ChatGPT by 2030. They critique the feasibility of scaling from a $100 million pilot to billions...