Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

In this episode, Scott Becker dissects the phenomenon of “CEO Speak,” where corporate leaders rely on buzzwords and excuses to explain performance. He critiques two common trends: the overhyped promises of AI as a business driver and the premature blame on tariffs for poor earnings results.

In this episode, Scott Becker delves into six key market stories, including fluctuations in major stocks like General Motors, Best Buy, Tempest AI, and Oscar Health. With sharp insights and a touch of humor, he also discusses leadership, consumer trends, and the future of weight loss drugs.

In this episode, Scott Becker reviews notable stock movements, including GM, Amgen, Best Buy, and Zoom experiencing declines, despite strong year-to-date performance for some. He also highlights Apple reclaiming its position as the top company by market cap, surpassing NVIDIA and Microsoft.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the shifting market cap rankings of tech powerhouses Apple, NVIDIA, and Microsoft. With Apple reclaiming its position as the world’s largest company by market cap, the discussion highlights the remarkable achievements of these industry leaders and their competitive dynamics.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers key business stories, including Amgen’s stock drop, Kohls’ leadership shakeup, and Rivian’s legal progress with Tesla. He also discusses Teladoc’s surge, Bitcoin’s decline, and Palantir’s remarkable growth, while announcing the upcoming launch of the Becker Business Technology Podcast.

In this episode, Scott Becker outlines 15 key concepts for building a successful business. From focusing on niche markets and customer-centric strategies to developing scalable systems, cultivating leadership, and applying the 80/20 rule, these principles provide actionable insights for business growth and sustainability.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines five key stories, including the potential Treasury Secretary pick, critiques of Medicare privatization, Walmart’s strong performance, and Lina Khan’s controversial tenure at the FTC. He also highlights the resilience of SkyBridge Capital’s leadership and shares a personal anecdote about his travels in Jordan.

In this episode of, Scott Becker explores the concept of “learning by teaching,” inspired by a Twitter post from Kieran Drew. Drawing from personal experiences, he discusses how teaching and writing can deepen understanding, accelerate learning, and build meaningful connections.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers 13 key stories, including the stock market’s continued surge driven by optimism around economic policies, challenges faced by traditional brands like Ford and Nike, and notable updates from Tesla, Apple, and Amazon. Additionally, he highlights the podcast’s impressive rankings alongside top business shows and explores Bitcoin’s performance and its impact on MicroStrategy’s success.

In this episode, Scott Becker challenges the popular mantra “culture eats strategy for breakfast.” He explores the interplay of culture, talent, and strategy in driving business success, sharing insights from his experiences running organizations with varying dynamics. Discover why a balanced approach matters more than relying on half-baked truths.