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Squawk Pod is a daily, guided curation of the top moments and takeaways from CNBC’s flagship morning show, “Squawk Box”, anchored by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Each day, the podcast includes news making interviews, perspective and analysis from iconic guest hosts, and slices of debate and discussion—from the heated to the hilarious— all wrapped with exclusive context and color... more

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SpaceX is now publicly traded on the Nasdaq. Andreessen Horowitz General Partner David George bet on Elon Musk in 2021, and he’s still betting on him–and SpaceX. Venture capitalist Ben Narasin considers the potential future of the stock and what it c... more

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SpaceX is just days away from going public in what could be one of the biggest and most closely watched IPOs ever. CNBC’s Leslie Picker examines why this offering differs from a traditional Wall Street debut, and who stands to benefit. Some state pen... more

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OpenAI has officially joined the IPO race with its confidential S-1 filing, but fellow AI lab Perplexity is planning to go public in 2028, . After the Senate’s vote-a-rama to pass the reconciliation bill that funds immigration enforcement, Senate Maj... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Higgins
Wall Street Journal business columnist; CNBC contributor
The Wall Street Journal / CNBC
Episode: T-Minus One Week: SpaceX’s IPO 6/5/26
Leslie Picker
CNBC reporter covering markets and IPOs
CNBC
Episode: T-Minus One Week: SpaceX’s IPO 6/5/26
Lori Trahan
Massachusetts Representative
U.S. Congress
Episode: T-Minus One Week: SpaceX’s IPO 6/5/26
Jay Obernolte
California Representative
U.S. Congress
Episode: T-Minus One Week: SpaceX’s IPO 6/5/26
Guy Spier
Investor; longstanding Berkshire Hathaway attendee; philanthropist
Aquamarine Capital (past); Berkshire Hathaway context via Buffett connection
Episode: Bonus: The Path with Becky Quick: The Value of a Life 6/5/26
Ben Mezrich
Author of Checkmate, Genius, Lies, Ambition, and the Biggest Scandal in Chess
Author
Episode: Cheating in Chess with Ben Mezrich, Taxing AI with Andrew Yang 6/4/26
Michael Selig
Chairman
CFTC
Episode: Tariffs with the USTR & Prediction Markets with the CFTC 6/2/26
Greg Casar
Chair, House Progressive Caucus
U.S. Congress
Episode: AI Taxes, Dell Shares, & A Rocket Explosion 5/29/26
Joaquin Duato
CEO
Johnson & Johnson
Episode: AI Taxes, Dell Shares, & A Rocket Explosion 5/29/26

Hosts

Becky Quick
Co-host of Squawk Box; anchors the podcast portions from Washington, DC; host on Squawk Pod segments
Joe Kernen
Co-host of Squawk Box; hosts Squawk Pod interviews and segments; frequent moderator of discussions
Andrew Ross Sorkin
Host/Co-host; interviewer on Squawk Pod; long-time CNBC correspondent

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 793 ratings
  • 3/11/26

    Good to have Andrew Yang on. Interesting that he thinks deal breaker is Tisch departure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GB_ATL
    United States3 months ago
  • Pls retire soon Joe and Becky….

    Please *REPORT* the news and not share your *PERSONAL* views constantly, the viewers are not interested in your biased opinions!!!

    Joe “MAGA”Kernan might as well start working for Karoline Leavitt as her assistant… Becky Quick never has the backbone to stand up to Joe to counter his viewpoints. Such a horrible show!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JC_NYC
    United States4 months ago
  • Andrew is too far off reality

    1 star because of Andrew

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    nickhjj
    South Korea5 months ago
  • The new state regime run media for Trump?

    Since when did CNBC become state run media only making positive remarks about all of the terrible decisions the autocratic regime is illegally forcing down Americans throats? Bye CNBC and Joe (MAGA) Kernin!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Md713
    United States5 months ago
  • Love Joe

    Great straight talk out of Joe. Love him !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JFYUL
    Canada6 months ago

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Criticism centers on perceived political bias and overlong political commentary in some episodes.
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Audience values balanced discussions and actionable insights for investing and policy.
Listeners praise high-profile guests and sharp market context.

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#57
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#190
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#45
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#128
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#154
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#108
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Rich Kleiman, the Knicks, & Barry Diller’s Bid for MGM 6/1/26
Q: So what do you think is going to happen here?
The guests and hosts discuss potential outcomes of Barry Diller's bid, possible competing offers, and how MGM's board and voting dynamics could affect execution, suggesting a likelihood of further bidders and strategic moves.
AI Taxes, Dell Shares, & A Rocket Explosion 5/29/26
Q: What makes AI governance critical for American workers, and how would you balance innovation with employment protections?
Casar emphasizes rapid development of good AI uses paired with a thoughtful unemployment safety framework, including job programs funded by token taxes and targeted protections for essential services like elder care and education.
AI Taxes, Dell Shares, & A Rocket Explosion 5/29/26
Q: Congressman, what is your idea of how to maybe make that less harmful to workers?
Casar outlines a plan to tax AI tokens to fund a jobs program and to ensure a broad safety net and retraining opportunities, with exemptions for medical research and a commitment to protecting workers.
Doing the Math in DC: Senators Thom Tillis & Elizabeth Warren 6/3/26
Q: Is there a path for confirmation for DNI nominee Bill Pulte, and how does that affect national security?
The speakers express skepticism about Pulte's confirmation, citing lack of qualifications and 51 votes, and discuss the optics and procedural hurdles involved in moving from acting to permanent roles.
Doing the Math in DC: Senators Thom Tillis & Elizabeth Warren 6/3/26
Q: What about a wealth tax and its impact on innovation and growth?
Senator Warren defends a two-cent wealth tax as a tool to finance essential services and reduce inequality, arguing that revenue can be used to fund education and healthcare, while acknowledging political challenges.

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A brisk, business-leaning news capsule that curates top moments from a flagship morning show. It blends sharp interviews with CEOs, policymakers, and tech luminaries with real-time market context, crisp analysis, and personal stories from industry leaders. Across recent episodes, guests span finance, space, AI governance, health policy, and global diplomacy, all connected by themes of innovation, regulation, and economic impact. Notable strengths include high-profile, diverse guests and a balance of market insight with governance and technology debates, making it valuable for listeners who want actionable takeaways and a window into how policy and tech shape markets.

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Recent guests on Squawk Pod include:

1. Tim Higgins
2. Leslie Picker
3. Lori Trahan
4. Jay Obernolte
5. Guy Spier
6. Ben Mezrich
7. Michael Selig
8. Greg Casar

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