Episodes

Jan. 11, 2023

6 Quick Market Notes 1-11-23

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a market update.
Jan. 11, 2023

Kristen McDermott Woodrum, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP on the Proposed FTC Ban on Noncompete Clauses 1-11-23

In this short episode, Kristen McDermott Woodrum, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, discusses the proposed rule by the FTC to broadly ban noncompete clauses between employers and workers nationwide, what this means for businesses, & the possible legal challenges it will come with.
Jan. 10, 2023

12 Notes & Headlines on Healthcare Venture Capital 1-10-23

In this episode, Scott shares 12 notes & headlines on what is currently happening in the venture capital space of healthcare. A huge explosion in HC VC in 2020 and 2021. Both fundraising and investing. - -
Jan. 10, 2023

Will Government Regulation Help or Hurt the Crypto Industry? 1-10-23

In this episode Scott Becker answers the question “Will government regulation help or hurt the crypto industry?”
Jan. 10, 2023

12 Stories We are Following Today 1-10-23

In this episode Scott discusses: The markets were fairly flat yesterday. Futures point down this AM. Tesla for the first time in a while rose nearly 6% yesterday. Lululemon dropped 9+ percent yesterday. Taiwan Semiconductor is expecting to post large Q4 profits defying the rest of the chip industry. CVS is rumored to be buying Oak Street Health. Banks are expecting solid but lower year over year profits. Bed Bath stock jumped 24% as it approaches bankruptcy filing. and more!
Jan. 10, 2023

The Transfer Portal and Lessons for Business 1-10-23

In this episode Scott Becker discusses the college transfer portal and its lessons for business.
Jan. 10, 2023

CVS Health, UnitedHealth Group, and Walgreens 1-10-23

In this episode Scott Becker discusses how CVS Health and UnitedHealth Group have grown and how they view Walgreens as competition.
Jan. 9, 2023

Shoutout of the Day: Michael Dowling, CEO of Northwell Health 1-9-23

In today’s shoutout of the day Scott Becker spotlights Michael Dowling, CEO of Northwell Health.
Jan. 9, 2023

Scott Becker Discusses Kevin McCarthy Becoming Speaker of the House 1-9-23

In this episode Scott Becker discusses Kevin McCarthy becoming Speaker of the House and what it means for America.
Jan. 9, 2023

Scott Becker Discusses Duopolies 1-9-23

In this episode Scott Becker discusses duopolies such as Walgreens & CVS.
Jan. 9, 2023

Salesforce Aims to Cut $3 Billion to $5 Billion in Costs 1-9-23

In this episode Scott Becker discusses how Salesforce aims to cut $3 Billion to $5 Billion in costs.
Jan. 9, 2023

Rolls-Royce hit sales records in 2022 1-9-23

In this episode Scott Becker discusses how Rolls-Royce hit a sales record in 2022.
Jan. 9, 2023

Quick Note on Lululemon 1-9-23

In this episode Scott Becker discusses how Lululemon is seeing their margins become slimmer despite raising prices very aggressively.
Jan. 9, 2023

10 Stories We are Following this AM 1-9-23

In this episode Scott Becker Discusses the Following: The markets surged Friday. Futures point up this AM. The 10 year treasury yield has dropped nearly 30 basis points since the start of the year. It opens near 3.56%. The 1 year treasury is fairly flat at around 4.72%. Bitcoin has risen above $17,250. Oil is steady at around $76 a barrel. It’s expected to rise on the prospect of a rebound in demand from China. Lululemon is seeing their margins become slimmer despite raising prices very a...
Jan. 7, 2023

Shoutout of the Day: Dr. Howard Chrisman, CEO of Northwestern Memorial HealthCare 01-07-23

In this episode, Scott shouts out Dr. Howard Chrisman, the new CEO of Northwestern Memorial HealthCare.
Jan. 6, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond on the Cusp of Bankruptcy 1-6-23

In this episode, Scott discusses Bed Bath & Beyond’s position from a top home goods retailer to the cusp of bankruptcy.
Jan. 6, 2023

Walgreen’s Recent Loss and Opioid Settlement 1-6-23

In this episode, Scott discusses Walgreens’ recent loss last quarter, their huge opioid settlement last year, and how that will play into their direction going forward.
Jan. 6, 2023

Shoutout of the Day: Tim Cook, CEO of Apple 1-6-22

In this episode, Scott shouts out Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple.
Jan. 6, 2023

Why Have Republicans Had Trouble Picking a New Speaker of the House? 1-6-23

In this episode, Scott discusses the difficulty the Republican Party has had selecting a new Speaker of the House.
Jan. 6, 2023

Jobs Report Update 1-6-23

In this episode, Scott gives a jobs report for January 6, 2023 and analyzes the effects of jobs being a little high than expected.
Jan. 6, 2023

Amazon’s Job Cuts and Corporate Virtue Signaling 1-6-23

In this episode, Scott discusses the reasons behind Amazon cutting 18,000 jobs and how corporate virtue signaling plays into the decision.
Jan. 4, 2023

The Nomad Lifestyle with Heather Markel – Heather Begins – Full Time Travel Coach 01-04-23

This episode features Heather Markel – Heather Begins – Full Time Travel Coach. Here, she discusses her past experience as a business coach and how it has led to her work in helping professionals live their lives as full-time travelers.
Jan. 3, 2023

5 Most Listened to Topics on the Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast and Becker Business Minute Podcast 1-3-23

The 5 most listened to episodes on the Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast and Becker Business Minute Podcast. Using your time correctly How much debt to hold Musk and Inflation Asset allocation for amateurs Allocating your investments
Jan. 3, 2023

Shoutout of the Day: J.P. Gallagher, President and CEO of NorthShore University HealthSystem 1-3-23

In today’s shoutout of the day Scott Becker spotlights J.P. Gallagher, President and CEO of NorthShore University HealthSystem.