Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

Jobless Claims, Market Reactions, and Economic Stability 3-28-25
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the latest jobless claims data, its impact on the stock market, and what it signals for the broader

The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same 3-28-25
In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the balance between change and consistency in business and life.

Avis, the Unpredictability of Stocks & Index Investing 3-27-25
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the unpredictability of individual stocks, using Avis Budget Group’s unexpected 20% surge as an example.

KKR, Blackstone & Intuitive 3-27-25
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses KKR and Blackstone’s struggles amid market downturns and Intuitive’s success with its Da Vinci surgical robots.

6 Stories We Are Following Today 3-27-25
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down six stories shaping the business and private equity landscape, including new auto tariffs, stock market declines, major corporate

Tesla, Lucid & Rivian 3-26-25
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the performance of Tesla, Lucid, and Rivian in 2025.

Focus & Passion 3-26-25
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the importance of defining clear priorities and bringing passion to them.

8 Stories We Are Following Today 3-25-25
In this episode, Scott Becker covers eight key stories, including market reactions to potential tariff changes, the sudden passing of Samsung’s co-CEO, reflections on the

The Introductory Call: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly 3-25-24
In this episode, Scott Becker explores the dynamics of introductory calls—both the rewarding and the frustrating.

Coverage vs. Access in Healthcare & the Affordable Care Act 3-24-25
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the impact of the Affordable Care Act, highlighting the progress in expanding healthcare coverage while emphasizing the overlooked issue