The Forum with Becky Quick

On this episode of The Forum, hosted by CNBC’s Becky Quick, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent joins Bret Baier, Chief Political Anchor of FOX News, for a wide-ranging conversation on the U.S. economy and the forces shaping its future.

Secretary Bessent shares his perspective on inflation and real wages, financial deregulation, U.S. manufacturing, and the administration’s broader economic priorities. He also discusses the role of AI in economic growth and U.S. competitiveness, the strength of the dollar, housing affordability, Trump Accounts, and his approach to leadership at the Treasury Department.

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Host: Becky Quick
Guests: Scott Bessent (Speaker), Bret Baier (Moderator)
Produced by: AMZG Media

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On this episode of The Forum, hosted by CNBC’s Becky Quick, Dina Powell McCormick, President & Vice Chairman of Meta, joins Marie-Josée Kravis, Chair Emerita of The Economic Club of New York, for a wide-ranging conversation on artificial intelligence, leadership, and the future of work.

Powell McCormick shares her perspective on how AI is reshaping the way we work, the infrastructure and workforce needed to support its growth, and the importance of American innovation and competitiveness. Drawing on her experience across technology, finance, government, and philanthropy, she also discusses AI’s potential impact on healthcare and national security and reflects on the lessons, mentors, and experiences that have shaped her approach to leadership.

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Host: Becky Quick
Guests: Dina Powell McCormick (Speaker), Marie-Josée Kravis (Moderator)
Produced by: AMZG Media

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On this episode of The Forum, hosted by CNBC's Becky Quick, Ruth Porat, President & Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet and Google, joins Arvind Krishna, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of IBM and Vice Chair of The Economic Club of New York, for a conversation on artificial intelligence, innovation, and the future of work.

Porat shares why she believes AI has the potential to unlock new opportunities across industries, emphasizing that the technology will reshape tasks rather than eliminate careers. The discussion explores AI infrastructure, workforce transformation, global competitiveness, the importance of public and private sector collaboration, and the leadership needed to realize AI's full potential.

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Host: Becky Quick

Guests: Ruth Porat (Speaker), Arvind Krishna (Moderator)

Produced by: AMZG Media

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On this episode of The Forum, hosted by CNBC’s Becky Quick, David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, joins Leslie Picker, Senior Finance and Banking Reporter at CNBC, for a conversation on artificial intelligence, economic growth, and the future of work.

Solomon discusses why he believes fears of an AI-driven jobs apocalypse are overblown and explains how artificial intelligence could drive a significant productivity and economic growth boom in the years ahead. He also explores workforce adaptation, AI infrastructure investment, cybersecurity risks, and the opportunities and challenges emerging from rapid technological change.

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Host: Becky Quick

Guests: David Solomon (Speaker), Leslie Picker (Moderator)

Produced by: AMZG Media

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On this episode of The Forum, hosted by CNBC’s Becky Quick, Lloyd Blankfein, former Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, joins Sonali Basak, Chief Investment Strategist at iCapital, for a wide-ranging conversation on financial markets, systemic risk, and the forces that shape economic cycles.

Blankfein reflects on the lessons of the 2008 financial crisis, the rise of private credit, and why periods of stability can often create the conditions for future market disruptions. Drawing on decades of experience at the center of global finance, he shares his perspective on risk, regulation, asset valuations, and the warning signs investors and policymakers should be watching today.

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Host: Becky Quick

Guests: Lloyd Blankfein (Speaker), Sonali Basak (Moderator)

Produced by: AMZG Media

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On this episode of The Forum, hosted by CNBC’s Becky Quick, Norah O'Donnell, Emmy Award-winning journalist and CBS News’ Senior Correspondent, joins Dambisa Moyo, Global Economist, Author, Board Member, Co-Principal of Versaca Investments, and Vice Chair of The Economic Club of New York, for a compelling conversation on the overlooked women who helped shape American history.

Drawing from her New York Times bestselling book, We the Women, O’Donnell explores the stories of “hidden heroes” whose contributions have long been absent from traditional narratives. From the founding of the nation to pivotal social and political movements, she highlights how women were not on the sidelines of history, but at its center.

The discussion also examines the evolving role of women in leadership, the persistent barriers to representation, and the cultural expectations that continue to shape how women are viewed in positions of power. O’Donnell reflects on her own career in a rapidly changing media landscape, sharing insights on trust, adaptability, and the future of journalism in a digital-first world.

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Host: Becky Quick

Guests: Norah O'Donnell (Speaker), Dambisa Moyo (Moderator)

Produced by: AMZG Media

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On this episode of The Forum, hosted by CNBC’s Becky Quick, General David H. Petraeus, Partner at KKR and Chairman of the KKR Global Institute and KKR Middle East, joins Marie-Josée Kravis, Chair Emerita of The Economic Club of New York, for a timely conversation on how modern warfare is rapidly evolving.

Drawing on decades of military leadership and global strategic experience, General Petraeus shares his perspective on the technologies reshaping the battlefield, including artificial intelligence, autonomous weapons, and drone warfare. The discussion explores how conflict is shifting from traditional, human-led operations to faster, data-driven systems powered by algorithms and real-time intelligence.

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Host: Becky Quick

Guests: General David H. Petraeus (Speaker), Marie-Josée Kravis (Moderator)

Produced by: AMZG Media

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On this episode of The Forum, hosted by CNBC’s Becky Quick, Reed Hastings, Founder and Chair of Netflix, joins David Westin, Anchor of Bloomberg Wall Street Week, for a wide-ranging conversation on artificial intelligence, economic growth, and the technological shifts shaping the future.

Drawing on his early academic work in artificial intelligence and decades of leadership in technology and media, Hastings reflects on how AI could drive productivity gains, influence global competitiveness, and reshape industries.

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Host: Becky Quick

Guests: Reed Hastings (Speaker), David Westin (Moderator)

Produced by: AMZG Media

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On this episode of The Forum with CNBC’s Becky Quick, Nicolai Tangen, Chief Executive Officer of Norges Bank Investment Management, joins Dambisa Moyo, Vice Chair of The Economic Club of New York and Co-Principal of Versaca Investments, for a conversation on how artificial intelligence is reshaping long-term investing, organizational performance, and the future of work.

Tangen leads the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund, overseeing nearly $2 trillion in assets on behalf of the Norwegian people. He discusses how AI is being deployed across the organization to drive productivity gains, improve decision-making, and fundamentally change how teams operate, hire, and collaborate. Drawing on real-world implementation, he explains why leadership commitment, cultural adoption, and disciplined execution are essential to realizing the benefits of new technology.

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Host: Becky Quick

Guests: Nicolai Tangen (Speaker), Dambisa Moyo (Moderator)

Produced by: AMZG Media

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On this episode of The Forum with CNBC’s Becky Quick, Brad Jacobs, Chairman and CEO of QXO, Inc., joins Sara Eisen, Co-Anchor of Squawk on the Street and Money Movers on CNBC, for a conversation on building and scaling multi-billion-dollar companies across industries.

Over the course of his career, Jacobs has founded and scaled multiple Fortune 500 companies using a distinctive playbook rooted in transformative M&A and operational rigor. He discusses how he identifies the right industries, allocates capital with discipline, and avoids the most common pitfalls in mergers and acquisitions, explaining why scale, market structure, and cost of capital matter more than timing the economic cycle.

New episodes of The Forum with Becky Quick drop monthly. Subscribe for exclusive conversations with global policymakers, business leaders, and change agents shaping the world economy. 

Host: Becky Quick

Guests: Brad Jacobs (Speaker), Sara Eisen (Moderator)

Produced by: AMZG Media

To learn more about The Economic Club of New York, visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube, X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.