Open Book with Anthony Scaramucci

In this conversation, New York Times’ investigative reporters Russell Buettner and Susanne Craig discuss their instant bestseller 'Lucky Loser,' which explores how Donald Trump squandered his father's fortune and created an illusion of success. 

They delve into Trump's financial history, the influence of his father Fred Trump, and the media's role in shaping public perception. The discussion highlights the complexities of Trump's character, his obsession with status, and the surprising revelations uncovered during their reporting.

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This week, Anthony is joined by General H.R. McMaster, the 25th United States National Security Advisor from 2017 to 2018, to discuss his new book At War with Ourselves: My Tour of Duty in the Trump White House. 

General H.R. McMaster takes us through his military career, leadership philosophy, and experiences during his time in the Trump administration. He reflects on the challenges of working with President Trump, and the complexities of foreign policy. McMaster also addresses controversial decisions made during his tenure, including the handling of relations with Russia and Ukraine, and shares insights on NATO and the future of American politics.

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This week, Stephanie Baker, investigative reporter at Bloomberg, discusses her new book 'Punishing Putin: Inside the Global Economic War to Bring Down Russia.' 

Stephanie offers her perspective on Putin's ascent to power, the influence of oligarchs, the impact of sanctions, and the potential dangers of weaponizing the dollar. The discussion then shifts to explore the intricate power dynamics and the intriguing relationship between Putin and Trump.

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This week, Anthony talks with bestselling author Brad Thor about his new thriller, Shadow of Doubt. 

Brad shares his insights on the current world events that inspire his novels, including the rise of China, the Russian threat, and the importance of the United States' role in global affairs. He emphasizes the need for creativity and adaptability in the face of changing times and discusses the intense research and writing process behind his books. 

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This week, Anthony is joined by Vernon Turner, a former NFL star and author to discuss his inspiring journey of overcoming adversity and finding purpose in his book 'Beyond the Limits'. 

Vernon discusses his challenging upbringing, including being raised by his grandmother and dealing with his mother's drug addiction, emphasising the importance of resilience, family, and never giving up. He also touches on the power of forgiveness, the impact of social media, and the need for empathy in today's society.

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How can America beat China in the race for the twenty-first century? Today's guest Dmitri Alperovitch answers that question in his new book, World on the Brink.

They then move on to the election, discussing its impact on US-China relations and why Xi Jinping could make his decision on Taiwan sooner than we think… 

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This week, Anthony talks with bestselling author and Bloomberg Businessweek correspondent Joshua Green about his books, The Rebels and Devil’s Bargain. 

In his first book, Josh chronicles how the forces of economic populism on the right, led by the likes of Steve Bannon, turned Donald Trump into their flawed but powerful vessel. In The Rebels, he accounts the long struggle that has played out in parallel on the left with the rise of characters like AOC, Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders. 

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What’s your biggest fear as a pilot? That’s the question former flight attendant and #1 internationally bestselling author TJ Newman kept asking before writing her books.

T.J.’s brand-new thriller Worst Case Scenario may be the most frightening yet. When a commercial jet crashes into a nuclear power plant, is there any chance of survival? And what happens when ordinary people are faced with the extraordinary – in this case, the ultimate test of their lives. With T.J.’s books already causing a Hollywood frenzy, we get a sneak peak of what is to come…

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This week, Anthony talks with executive vice president, secretary, and a trustee of the Milken Family Foundation Richard V. Sandler about his book Witness to a Prosecution: The Myth of Michael Milken.

 Why did Michael Milken accept a plea deal? As Mike’s personal attorney since 1983, Richard tells us what really happened during that famous prosecution based on the facts. He discusses how Michael was viewed as a threat to finance, and Rudy Giuliani’s personal ambitions which led to his aggressive pursual of the Milken’s. He then moves on to Mike’s imprisonment, the aftermath and his later, much-deserved pardoning from President Trump.

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Who is the Joe Biden that nobody knows? This week, Anthony talks with Franklin Foer about his bestselling book, The Last Politician: Inside Joe Biden’s White House and the Struggle for America’s Future. 

Franklin shares light on the Biden administration behind closed doors, including the real relationship between the current President and Vice President, discussing whether Kamala Harris can really beat Donald Trump. He then gets moves on to the real legacy of Joe Biden, and whether history will reward him.

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