Regeneron CEO on 23andMe & $275m in Margaritaville 6/11/25
The U.S. and China have reached a framework for a trade deal, marking progress in the London talks between both nations. Bankrupt23andMe is up for sale, and drugmaker Regeneron is at the negotiating table. CEO Dr. Len Schleifer discusses the value of genetic data in medicine, explaining the role DNA plays in developing drug therapies. Plus, Elon Musk has posted an X of regret after publicly clashing with President Trump on social media, and CNBC’s Robert Frank reports on Jimmy Buffett’s $275 million estate, currently caught between the Margaritaville empire’s two trustees. Dr. Len Schleifer - 14:18Robert Frank - 29:14 In this episode: Robert Frank, @robtfrankBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
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5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 6/11/25
The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: Elon Musk apologizes (?), Tesla readies its robotaxi, U.S. and China trade talks hit a potential resolution, a federal appeals court allows some of President Trump’s tariffs to remain in effect, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent could be eyeing a new job. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format.
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The CDC’s Vaccine Advisors & the PA Governor on LA Protests 6/10/25
As the U.S. and China continue trade talks in London, APCO Worldwide’s Jim McGregor discusses the fine line between goals to protect American industry and maintain the global tech supply chain. The federal government deployed the National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles amid immigration protests. California Governor Gavin Newsom has clashed with President Trump over the deployment, and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro weighs in on the tension between federal and state authority. Governor Shapiro warns that unclear communication and leadership on the ground during civil unrest could become dangerous. Plus, RFK Jr. has removed all members of ACIP, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices that consults the CDC on vaccines. Josh Shapiro - 16:16Jim McGregor - 33:15 In this episode:Josh Shapiro, @GovernorShapiroBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
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The Warner Brothers Discovery Split & A Big Handshake with China 6/9/25
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett discusses the goals of the top U.S. trade negotiators as they meet their Chinese counterparts in London today. A big handshake and a short meeting will hopefully speed up China’s release of the rare earth metals American tech companies need. CNBC’s Juliana Tatelbaum reports from London on the ongoing trade negotiations. CNBC’s David Faber reports on Warner Brothers Discovery’s plan to split into two public companies by next year. Plus, violence has erupted amid protests in Los Angeles, and Walmart is a top pick for one Wall Street firm. Kevin Hassett - 12:24David Faber - 24:35 In this episode:David Faber, @davidfaberJulianna Tatelbaum, @CNBCJuliannaBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie
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5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 6/9/25
Happy Monday! The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: trade talks between the U.S. and China begin in London as exports drop from China, trade negotiations with India continue, President Trump is eyeing a new Fed chair, and college athletes face a different financial future. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format.
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 from Senior Producer Katie Kramer.