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Artificial Intelligence
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Inflation
U.S. Economy
Cryptocurrency
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Recession
Amazon
Bitcoin
Apple
Openai
Bond Market
Tesla
Stock Market
China
Chipotle
Private Equity
Semiconductors
Gold

Hosted by Executive Editor Brian Sozzi, Power Players ditches the news desk for high-octane, unscripted discussions with the titans of industry. This 30-minute series blends conversational depth with market energy to uncover the "near-death" origin stories and "midnight" pressures that keep global CEOs up at night. Beyond the balance sheets, viewers gain actionable intel on AI, market shifts, and ... more

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Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi chats with professional snowboarder and Olympic silver medalist Scotty James and professional BMX athlete Nigel Sylvester about the evolution of their extreme sports and how it's driving big business for the... more

Axon founder and CEO Rick Smith sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to explore the company's wild evolution from a scrappy garage startup into a $40 billion public safety tech empire driven by tasers, AI, and drones, all united ... more

Monarch Collective Co-Founder Kara Nortman joins Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to discuss her pioneering investments in women's sports and explains why this rapidly expanding ecosystem is the next multibillion-dollar asset class.

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Big3 Co-founder Ice Cube sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to discuss the decision to take his 3-on-3 basketball league public, while also reflecting on his multi-decade career across music and Hollywood.

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Recent Guests

Ice Cube
Businessman, musician, entertainer, founder of Big3
Big3
Episode: Ice Cube talks BIG3 IPO
Changpeng Zhao
CEO of Binance, also known as CZ
Binance
Episode: Binance Founder on the future of crypto, life after prison
Brian Armstrong
Coinbase co-founder and CEO
Coinbase
Episode: Beyond bitcoin: Coinbase CEO talks future with AI
Ariel Cohen
Co-founder and CEO of Navan (formerly TripActions)
Navan
Episode: How one terrible trip inspired a tech IPO: Navan Co-Founder
Peter Jackson
Flutter CEO
Flutter
Episode: How the 2026 World Cup is fueling FanDuel's growth: Flutter CEO
Brett Schulman
Co-founder and CEO of Cava
Cava
Episode: How Cava is scaling to 1,000 stores without new capital
Mike Downing
Co-President, Athene USA and COO of Athene Holdings
Athene Holdings
Episode: Why annuities beat CDs for retirement growth: Athene Co-President
Denny Hamlin
NASCAR driver and co-owner of 23XI Racing
2311 / 23XI Racing
Episode: How Denny Hamlin built a winning NASCAR team with Michael Jordan
Wyclef Jean
Artist, composer, producer, entrepreneur
Founder/producer, various projects including OpenWave consulting; Milken Institute guest
Episode: How Wyclef Jean & will.i.am evolved from musicians to AI pioneers

Host

Brian Sozzi
Host of Power Players; Executive Editor; known for market-focused interviews

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Aurora

    Why didn’t Brian ask the Aurora CEO about competition (e.g., Kodiak among early stage, large technology companies among the gorillas) and what differentiates Aurora, its moats, etc.? This was a major gap in the interview….

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Shows strong guest lineups, but some questions could probe competitive dynamics more deeply.
Occasional balance between brand storytelling and hard business metrics may vary by guest.
Audience appreciates candid leadership anecdotes and real-world growth stories.
Some episodes feel very brand- and strategy-heavy, which suits some sponsors but may bore others.
Very insightful for executives and investors; practical leadership takeaways.

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How one terrible trip inspired a tech IPO: Navan Co-Founder
Q: For those not familiar with your story, why did you found this company?
The founders started Navan to fix widespread pain in travel booking, spending, and loyalty experiences, driven by direct customer stories of bad trips and poor service. They noticed traditional systems were clunky and misaligned with real traveler needs, which motivated them to build a user-first platform that simplifies booking, loyalty, and expenses while leveraging AI to automate and personalize the experience.
Beyond bitcoin: Coinbase CEO talks future with AI
Q: What is the big transformation Coinbase has undergone beyond being a crypto trading platform?
The platform has evolved into a comprehensive financial services ecosystem where users can trade stocks, commodities, and pre-IPO assets, with AI assisting in software development, risk analysis, and customer support to run the business more efficiently.
Ice Cube talks BIG3 IPO
Q: Why now, and why pursue an IPO instead of keeping Big3 private?
The guest explains that going public is about enabling broader participation from everyday fans and ensuring the league can sustain growth by attracting diverse investors and strategic partners, rather than letting a small group of owners control the pace of expansion.
BlackRock exec. on how Fed policy & midterms impact the market
Q: What should be the Democratic economic message as we approach the midterms?
The guest suggests that affordability and inflation are central concerns that shape voter perception, and historical midterm patterns tend to be challenging for the incumbent party; however, the broader takeaway is that policy credibility and effective communication by authorities like the Fed are essential to maintaining market confidence while policymakers focus on structural tools to support workers.
Is Affirm outgrowing credit cards? Max Levchin explains
Q: What is the long-term view on AI and jobs at his firms?
He argues that while AI will automate many tasks, the human element—design, authenticity, and strategic decision-making—remains crucial, and the organization will leverage agents to boost productivity while preserving core human leadership and judgment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Power Players

What is Power Players about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Power Players features high-energy, unscripted conversations with top executives and industry leaders, focusing on strategy, growth, and the real pressures of running large organizations. Episodes cover topics from AI adoption and digital transformation to brand strategy, portfolio management, and market dynamics, often weaving in leadership lessons, risk-taking, and the economics of major industries. Notable strengths include a preparedness to tackle big bets, sponsorships, and live-event angles, as well as candid reminders that CEOs juggle culture, people, and performance under intense scrutiny. This mix should appeal to listeners who want actionable insights, behind-the-scenes decision-making, and a CEO-centered view of global business a... more

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1. Ice Cube
2. Changpeng Zhao
3. Brian Armstrong
4. Ariel Cohen
5. Peter Jackson
6. Brett Schulman
7. Mike Downing
8. Denny Hamlin

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