Retail Stores Lie 3-12-25
In this episode, Scott Becker shares a lighthearted take on retail shopping.
5 Stories We Are Following Today 3-12-25
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the latest economic and market trends, including rising recession risks, Goldman Sachs’ revised S&P 500 forecast, Porsche’s job cuts, and more.
Private Equity in Uncertain Times: Insights from Rick Kes of RSM 3-11-25
In this episode, Richard Kes, Partner at RSM, joins Scott Becker to discuss how economic uncertainty, government spending cuts, and market volatility impact private equity investors.
9 Stories We Are Following Today 3-11-25
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down nine major stories impacting the markets, from a steep market downturn and Tesla’s sharp drop to airline struggles and the latest moves by Reddit, Robinhood, and Trump Media.
Will a Reduction in Government Spending Lead to Higher Unemployment? 3-11-25
In this episode, Scott Becker answers a listener’s question about whether cutting government spending will lead to higher unemployment.
When the Mentee Eclipses the Mentor 3-11-25
In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the natural evolution of leadership, sharing personal experiences of mentoring individuals who eventually surpassed him.
Steve Werner, Steve Mendes & Gritty Wellness 3-10-25
In this episode, Scott Becker gives a special shout-out to Steve Mendes and Steve Werner, highlighting their relentless drive, dedication to improvement, and commitment to making a positive impact—embodying the spirit of “gritty wellness.”
The Markets Are Crashing & We’re Going to Get Tired of Winning 3-10-25
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the sharp market downturn, the impact of government spending cuts, and the ongoing trade war, highlighting how uncertainty fuels market instability.
Is there a Right Way to Calculate GDP + 3 More Stories 3-10-25
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses GDP measurement, a golf match victory, the benefits of “addition by subtraction,” and a quick tip to beat procrastination.
The 5 Largest Companies By Market Cap 3-10-25
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the market caps of the five largest companies—Apple, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Alphabet (Google), and Amazon—amid recent NASDAQ declines.