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Leadership, Resilience, and the Future of Sports with Leigh Steinberg 9-16-26

In this episode, Leigh Steinberg discusses athlete representation, physician empowerment, brain health, the changing business of college sports and the importance of resilience, values and listening in leadership.

The Financial Markets Feel Like a Melting Ice Cube 9-15-26

In this episode, Scott Becker examines recent market volatility and why a short-term downturn can feel worse than the broader numbers suggest.

Building Great Businesses: 20 Key Business & Leadership Concepts 9-14-26

In this webinar-turned podcast, Scott Becker shares key lessons on building and scaling businesses, including product market fit, leadership, team building, customer focus, execution and knowing when to step aside as a founder.

Intel Inside, Intel Is on Fire 9-13-26

In this episode, Scott Becker explores Intel’s dramatic turnaround and nearly 190% year to date stock gain.

Meta Platforms: Never Bet Against Mark Zuckerberg 9-12-26

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Mark Zuckerberg’s resilience, Meta’s new Muse AI offering, and the company’s recent stock performance.

Oil Stays Near $100 a Barrel 9-12-26

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses rising oil prices driven by Middle East tensions, the impact on gas prices and electric vehicles, and Lucid Motors’ recent struggles.

The Trump Dividend Is a Horrible Idea 9-11-26

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the proposed $5,000 Trump dividend, arguing that its potential impact on the federal deficit, inflation and government spending makes it unsound policy.

Apple, Meta, & Intel 9-11-26

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Apple’s new $2,000 foldable iPhone, Intel’s 187% year to date gain, and Meta’s AI push.

20 Key Business Concepts in 20 Minutes 9-10-26

In this episode, Scott Becker shares 20 practical business lessons on leadership, customers, focus, team building, growth, resilience and execution for founders and business leaders.

The NFL, Cubs, and College Sports Predictions with David Pivnick of McGuireWoods LLP 9-9-26

In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, shares his predictions for the NFL season and Chicago Cubs postseason, while discussing the controversies and ethical challenges facing college athletics.

Channel Capacity & Essentialism 9-9-26

In this episode, Scott Becker emphasizes the importance of focusing resources, talent and energy on the areas where a business or health system can truly excel.

Golf & When Your Best Friends Win 9-8-26

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the strange frustration of watching your best friends win.

Weeks That Get Away From You 9-5-26

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on resetting after a week consumed by unexpected priorities.

The Private Equity Reset and Emerging Growth Opportunities with Andrew Busch 9-5-26

In this episode, Andrew Busch, Economist, Keynote Speaker, Futurist, Consultant, CEO, discusses how higher interest rates, changing valuations and evolving capital markets are reshaping private equity.

Munitions, Missiles, & Amazon Prime 9-4-26

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses concerns over U.S. munitions readiness and argues for more pragmatic, competent leadership focused on solving complex national challenges rather than political ideology.

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