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Jonathan Gruber, Professor of Economics at MIT and the key architect of both Romneycare and Obamacare, and Simon Johnson, Professor of Entrepreneurship at MIT and former chief economist to the IMF, discuss their new book: "Jumpstarting America: How Breakthrough Science Can Revive Economic Growth and the American Dream." RJ Gallo, Senior Portfolio Manager: Fixed Income at Federated, on why he's not worried about the Fed balance sheet. Lionel Laurent, Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering finance and markets, on Theresa May dragging Europe into Brexit's quicksand. John Butler, Senior telecom analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on why T-Mobile's proposed deal to buy Sprint stands on shaky ground. Hosted by Paul Sweeney and Lisa Abramowicz (Vince Cignarella filling in for Lisa Abramowicz.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Max Abelson, money and power reporter for Bloomberg, discusses the big U.S. bank CEOs testifying in today's “Holding Megabanks Accountable" hearing before Congress. Ben Hunt, Co-founder and Chief Investment Officer of Second Foundation Partners and publisher of Epsilon Theory, on why investors should follow the money flows. Mandeep Singh, Senior Tech Industry Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Uber's IPO and outlook for food delivery ride-hailing apps. Ed Al-Hussainy, Senior Interest Rates and Currencies Analyst for Columbia Threadneedle Investments, on forex and monetary policy. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shawn Donnan, Bloomberg Senior Trade Reporter, discussing the EU and U.S. trade and tariff disputes. We also have David Dietze, President and Chief Investment Strategist at Point View Wealth Management, discussing markets and investing. Also joining in on the conversation is Adam Tempkin, reporter covering structured finance for the Bloomberg credit team, on his recent story "Inflated Credit Scores Leave Investors in the Dark on Real Risks". Also, we have Maggie Johndrow, Financial Advisor and Founder of Johndrow Wealth Management, on new tax law changes around alimony and child support, as the April 15th tax deadline approaches. Hosts: Lisa Abramowicz and Paul SweeneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining in on today's conversation is Randy Schwimmer, Head of Capital Markets & Originations at Churchill Asset Management, on the lending landscape and the health of the middle market. We also have John Authers, Bloomberg Senior Editor for Markets and a Bloomberg Opinion Columnist, on the latest Brexit news and updates. Also joining in on the conversation is Charles Massimo, CEO of CJM Wealth Management and Founder of Autism Communities, on the financial impact of autism, and their upcoming fundraiser. And joining in studio is Joe Brusuelas, Chief Economist at RSM, on RSM’s GDP forecast and his predictions for the U.S. economy. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph Davis, Chief Economist at Vanguard, on March jobs data, and his current economic outlook. Jean-Yves Fillion CEO, BNP Paribas USA and Chairman, CIB Americas, discusses the low interest rate environment, and the view from Eurozone banks. Chris Lu, Former Deputy Secretary of Labor and Senior Fellow at the University of Virginia Miller Center, discusses the importance of White House security clearances. Sarah Ponzcek, Bloomberg cross-asset reporter, on Blue Apron's crash and what it means for unicorn IPOs. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Denning, Energy, Mining and Commodities Columnist for Bloomberg Opinion, on Tesla reporting a record decline in deliveries, and today's contempt hearing on CEO Elon Musk's tweets. Bill Rouhana, chairman and CEO of and Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment (CSS) discusses their new joint venture with Sony Pictures Television: ad-supported streaming video network “Crackle Plus." Kate Gorman, Founder and CEO of Fort Mason Games, on developing social mobile games targeting women, the mobile gaming landscape, and their new "scratch-off" lottery app. James Fallon, Editorial Director of Women's Wear Daily, discusses how men are wearing fewer suits and how retailers are adapting. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura Martin, Senior Entertainment analyst at Needham & Co., discusses why she's negative on Netflix. Jason Schenker, President of Prestige Economics, Chairman of The Futurist Institute and a Bloomberg Opinion columnist, discusses what will drive oil prices higher. Rajat Gupta, Ex-CEO of McKinsey & Co., discusses his new memoir, "Mind Without Fear," detailing his life from the boardroom into prison after being found guilty of insider trading. Sandy Cockerell, Deloitte Global CFO Program Leader, discusses the findings from the Q1 CFO Signals report which is signaling preparations for a downturn by the countries CFOs. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Kotok, Chairman & Chief Investment Officer of Cumberland Advisors, on why he's shifting his portfolio to a more defensive position. Former SBA Administrator Karen Mills discusses her new book, "Fintech, Small Business & the American Dream." Annie Massa, asset management reporter for Bloomberg, on BlackRock launching a sweeping overhaul to boost growth. Former FCC Commissioner Meredith Attwell Baker, current CEO of CTIA, discusses their new report how the US has surged ahead in 5G readiness and is now running neck & neck with China. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Ailman, Chief Investment Officer at CalSTRS Investments, on why he's neutrally positioned right now. Ellen Wald, President of Transversal Consulting, Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, and a Bloomberg Opinion columnist, peeks under the hood of Saudi Aramco. Dr. Sam Natapoff, President of Empire Global Ventures, on the Brexit vote outcome, and China trade talks. Colin Morris, Director of Adobe Analytics, on how consumers are interacting with their smart speakers and voice assistants. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary investor Bill Miller, chairman and chief investment officer of Miller Value Partners, LLC, on value investing and his current investment outlook. Kate Moore, Managing Director, Chief Equity Strategist for BlackRock and a member of the BlackRock Investment Institute (BII), discusses markets and current investment strategy. Erin Gibbs, Equities Portfolio Manager, S&P Investment Advisory Services, on health care stocks getting pummeled in the wake of Trump's renewed push to eliminate Obamacare. Matthew O'Connor, Dean & Professor of Finance at Quinnipiac's School of Business, is joined by two students to discusses this year's forum and their student investor program. Broadcasting live from the 9th annual Quinnipiac G.A.M.E. Forum in NYC. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don Thoma, CEO of Mclean, VA-based Aireon, on its space-based surveillance system that will soon be tracking aircraft globally and in real-time for the first time ever. Melissa Reagen, Head of Research at Nuveen Real Estate, discusses their new study on urbanization and why it'san investing strategy, and an overview of the real estate market. Brendan Brown, Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute and Publisher of the newsletter "Monetary Scenarios", discusses the Brexit crisis and his global monetary viewpoint. Henry Goldman, government reporter for Bloomberg at New York City Hall, on the prospects for congestion pricing in Manhattan. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharon Bowen, Former US Commodity Futures Trading Commissioner and Seneca Women Partner, on advancing women in the economy and around the world. Carolyn Tastad, P&G North America Group President, on equality and diversity in the workplace. Ali Noorani, National Immigration Forum Executive Director, on how business leaders are navigating the immigration clampdown and the rise of nationalism. Jake Schwartz, Co-Founder and CEO of General Assembly (GA), on closing the skills gaps for individuals and companies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Vesey, CEO & Managing Director of LNG Ltd., on the future of LNG and growing demand in Asia and Europe. John Lavelle, President & CEO, Offshore Wind, GE Renewable Energy, on the offshore wind boom. Paul Browning, President and CEO of Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Americas (MHPSA), on “power to gas” solutions for energy storage, the growing role of hydrogen, and the impact of AI and automation on the industry. Max Nisen, Bloomberg biotech, pharma and health care columnist, on Trump's shift to completely erase Obamacare, including its popular rules protecting pre-existing conditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcasting Live from Bloomberg's New Energy Finance Forum in NYC.Pasquale Romano, CEO of ChargePoint, one of the world’s largest charging station companies, on their recent capital raise, and laying the global EV infrastructure. Sarah Ladislaw, Director and Senior Fellow of the Energy and National Security Program at CSIS, on U.S. energy policy, the Green New Deal and the nuclear program in the Mideast. Edgard Capdevielle, CEO of Nozomi Network, discusses cybersecurity trends for industrial control systems, critical infrastructure and new energy. John Authers, Senior Editor for Bloomberg Markets, on global markets and Brexit. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Trumka, President of the AFL-CIO, on why the union won’t support the new Nafta/USMCA trade agreement if an early vote is pursued. Matt Eagan, portfolio manager and co-head of Loomis Sayles’ Full Discretion team, on the inverted yield curve. Marcus Ashworth, Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering European markets, discusses German manufacturing data, Deutsche Bank, and the Euro economy. Internet pioneer Alan Meckler, Managing Partner at Asimov, on the future of quantum computing and 3D printing. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Max Nisen, Bloomberg Opinion health care columnist, on Biogen plunging after the company and its partner Eisai announced it was halting their Alzheimer drug trial. Gad Levanon, Chief Economist: North America at the Conference Board, on the February Leading Index and the Fed decision. Bill Zox, CIO of Fixed income at Diamond Hill Capital Management, to discuss the Fed, the fixed income markets and where he sees opportunities. Chen Grazutis, Apparel and Footwear Analyst from Bloomberg Intelligence, on the valuation for Levi Strauss IPO. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tad Rivelle, Chief Investment Officer for Fixed Income at TCW Group, on the credit markets, the Fed, and current investment strategy. Frank Sorrentino, CEO of ConnectOne Bank, on why the U.S. economy and housing market remains strong. David Welch, Detroit Bureau Chief for Bloomberg, on BMW's profit warning, and how Ford Explorer owners are saying their SUVs are making them sick. Michael Rea, RX Savings Solutions, on the Senate hearings on drug prices, and a new partnership with Louisiana Blue Cross Blue Shield. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Authers, Senior Editor for Bloomberg Markets, on the Monty Python circus that is Brexit. Brent Bell, VP of Recycling at Waste Management, on how China has stopped accepting our trash. Eric Larcheveque, CEO of Ledger, discusses how Ledger is navigating the bear market, why crypto “nuclear winter” isn’t going to end soon, and their new Bluetooth-enabled hardware wallet. Sarah Frier, technology reporter for Bloomberg, on Instagram's new e-commerce push, and Facebook's regulatory woes. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney (Vincent Cignarella filling in for Paul Sweeney.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Robison, Bloomberg investigations reporter, and George Ferguson, Senior Aerospace and Airline Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on how Boeing had too much sway in vetting its own jets. Atish Davda, CEO of EquityZen, on Lyft aiming for a valuation near $20 billion in its upcoming IPO. Alan Baum, auto analyst and Principal at Baum and Associates, on Trump calling for GM and the UAW to reopen an Ohio factory. Elisa Martinuzzi, Bloomberg Opinion finance columnist, on how Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank's tie up could spur more of the wrong kind of consolidation in Europe. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney (Vincent Cignarella filling in for Paul Sweeney.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining on today's conversation is Matt Forester, BNY Mellon's Lockwood CIO, on markets and investing. Also joining today is Benedikt Kammel, Bloomberg Senior Editor for Company News, on the latest on Boeing 737 Max news. We also have joining in studio, Marian Harkin, European Union Parliament Member representing Ireland, discussing Brexit and the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic. And also joining is Gerrit de Vynck, Bloomberg Technology Reporter, on the latest New Zealand Shooting and the affects it will have on social media giants. Hosts Lisa Abramowicz and Vincent CignarellaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining in on today's conversation is John Butler, North American Telecoms Reporter, on Direct TV rate hikes and the changes of consumer viewing habits. We also have John Pearson, CEO of DHL Express, on the business outlook, impact of trade and competing with Amazon. Also in studio is Kristina Hooper, Chief Market Strategist at Invesco, on Brexit, markets and current investment outlook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show we have Janet Lorin, Bloomberg Endowments Reporter, on the latest on the college scandal bribes. Also joining is Ben Emons, Managing Director: Global Macro Strategy at Medley Global Advisors and a Bloomberg Opinion columnist, on the bond market, European assets, central banks and Brexit. We also have David Katz, President and CIO of Matrix Asset Advisors, on markets and his current investment outlook. We also have Lawrence Gasman, Founder and President of Inside Quantum Technology, can speak on Quantum Technology and investments. Lastly Kristine Owram, Bloomberg Reporter on Cannabis, discusses Peltz joining Aurora as a strategic advisor. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining in studio is Max Nisen, Bloomberg Opinion Pharm and Health Care Columnist on Health care costs on big companies like Ford. Also joining in studio is Joel Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Value Management, on why Trump's policies will help avert a recession for several more years. Another guest in studio is Bradley Tusk, founder and CEO of Tusk Philanthropies, on their national effort to expand mobile voting: Denver will implement Tusk's blockchain-based mobile voting pilot in its May municipal election. And lastly we will have Chad Oviatt, Director of Investments for Huntington Private Banking on markets, sectors and companies.Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seema Shah, Senior Consumer Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence has her retail preview ahead of retail sales data release. Also in studio is Buzzy Geduld, CEO of Cougar Capital and Nancy Geduld Vice President and manager of the new Donut Pub. George Ferguson, Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Aerospace/Defense and Airline Analyst discusses the recent tragic events for the Boeing Max 737. Also joining in the studio is Bruce Linton, CEO of Canopy Growth, the largest Marijuana stock. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alicia Levine, BNY Mellon Chief Strategist: Investment Management, discusses market reaction to jobs data and outlook for global markets. Dr. Ellen Wald, President of Transversal Consulting and Bloomberg Opinion columnist, on oil markets in a holding pattern. Kathleen Gaffney, Co-Director of Diversified Fixed Income at Eaton Vance, on bond markets and investing outlook. Amanda Albright, Muni reporter for Bloomberg, discusses the SALT cap, and NJ's dismal weed tax forecast. (Alix Steel filling in for Lisa Abramowicz). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tad Rivelle, Chief Investment Officer for Fixed Income at TCW Group, on the credit market and current investment strategy. Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Opinion technology columnist, discusses why the business of Lyft and Uber are getting muddier to model. Bill Smead, CEO and CIO of Smead Capital Management, on how Kroger is investing in the customer of the future. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. Amy Webb, professor of strategic foresight at the NYU Stern School of Business and the Founder of the Future Today Institute, discusses her new book, "THE BIG NINE: How the Tech Titans and Their Thinking Machines Could Warp Humanity."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Bobrinskoy, Vice Chairman, Head of the Investment Group and Portfolio Manager at Ariel Investments, discusses markets, and weathering a downturn. Karen Ubelhart, Senior Industrials Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on GE's power unit facing a multi-year slump. Max Nisen, Bloomberg Opinion health care columnist, on JNJ's new nasal spray for depression. Carl Riccadonna, Chief US Economist for Bloomberg Economics, on former NY Fed President Bill Dudley's column, "Don’t Assume The Fed Is Done Raising Rates." Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Burt Flickinger, Managing Director for Strategic Resource Group, on Target and Kohl's, and the retail landscape. Atish Davda, CEO of EquityZen, on the Lyft roadshow and upcoming IPOs. Shawn Matthews, CEO of Hondius Capital Management, on why it's a good time to sell into any good China trade deal news. Brendan Ahern, CIO of KraneShares, on why the rumors of the death of the Chinese consumer is exaggerated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Milton Ezrati, independent economics and investment strategy consultant and chief economist for Vested, discusses why Europe is a slow-moving car crash. Greg La Blanc, Lecturer at Haas School of Business and Berkeley Law School at the University of California Berkeley, discusses fintech innovation in the asset management industry. Steve Meyer, Head of Global Wealth Management Services at SEI, on the big changes in the financial services industry. Tom Orlik, Chief Economist for Bloomberg Economics, discusses the latest news on the US-China trade deal, and China's planned cut to the VAT for factories. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney, broadcasting live from the SEI Executive Conference in Scottsdale, AZ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shoshana Zuboff, Profesor Emerita At Harvard Business School, discusses her new book THE AGE OF SURVEILLANCE CAPITALISM: The Fight for a Human Future at the New Frontier of Power. Mandeep Singh, Senior Tech Industry Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Lyft's IPO. Victor Garcia, CEO Of CAI International (NYSE: CAI), on impact of tariffs, and how the rise of e-commerce has changed the landscape for shipping and logistics companies. Phil Orlando, Chief Equity Market Strategist at Federated Investors, on markets, the Fed and current investment strategy. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Hahn, President and CIO of Winthrop Capital Management, on his current investment outlook and opportunities in high yield. Dr. Sam Natapoff, President of Empire Global Ventures, on China trade talks following Lighthizer's hearing. Evan Clark, Deputy Managing Editor for WWD, on retailers searching for the model of the future. David Welch, Detroit Bureau Chief, on how new forms of mobility are making privately owned cars obsolete. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brooke Sutherland, Bloomberg Opinion industrials columnist, on GE selling its BioPharma business to Danaher for $21.4 billion. Leland Miller, CEO of China Beige Book International, on the progress in US-China trade talks and deleveraging in China. John Kilduff, Founding Partner at Again Capital, on how Trump's tweet criticizing high oil prices may indicate a softening towards clamping down on Iranian sanctions waivers. Katherine Chiglinsky, U.S. finance reporter, on Berkshire Hathaway's annual letter and earnings results. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth Waxman, former federal prosecutor and Partner at Dickinson Wright, on the legal issues swirling around the Mueller report, reported to be filed as early as next week. Chris Greiner, CFO of LivePerson, on how robots will increasingly answer corporate calls. Joe Mysak, Editor for Bloomberg Brief: Municipal Market, on the VRDO price-fixing lawsuits against major banks. Rob Waldner, Chief Strategist and Head of Multi-Sector Invesco Fixed Income, on bond markets and his 2019 outlook. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech venture capitalist Roger McNamee, Founder of Elevation Partners, discusses his new book, "ZUCKED: Waking Up to the Facebook Catastrophe." Andy Browne, Editorial Director for Bloomberg New Economy Forum, on U.S.-China trade negotiations, and China banning Australia coal imports as retaliation for Huawei ban. Randy Frederick, VP of Trading and Derivatives at Schwab, discusses market behavior, and current investment outlook. David Ritter, Payments and Specialty Finance Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Apple and Goldman testing a jointly developed credit card. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Win Thin, Global Head: Currency Strategy for Brown Brothers Harriman, on the U.S. push for a stable yuan, and his outlook for EM. Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO of Quill Intelligence LLC, author of "FED UP: An Insider’s Take on Why The Federal Reserve is Bad For America," and a Bloomberg Opinion columnist, discusses the Fed’s big policy reversal. Nick Colas, Cofounder of DataTrek Research LLC and a Bloomberg Opinion columnist, discusses how markets were ahead of analysts on the current earnings recession. Shahien Nasripour, reporter for Bloomberg, on how Deutsche Bank weighed restructuring Trump loans on fear of default risks. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Valliere, chief U.S. policy strategist, AGF Investments, on Senator Bernie Sanders announcing a second White House bid. Burt Flickinger, Managing Director at Strategic Resource Group, discusses Walmart's fourth-quarter earnings report. Bloomberg's Craig Torres on challenges the Fed faces communicating the direction of the economy. Jack Ablin, Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Cresset Wealth Advisers, talks about his outlook for financial markets. Hosted by Alix Steel and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Weissenberg, Partner-in-Charge: Real Estate, at EisnerAmper, on how real estate values will react to Amazon backing out of NYC HQ. Anna Edgerton, congressional reporter for Bloomberg, on Trump invoking emergency powers to build his border wall. Michael Temple, Director of Corporate Credit US at Amundi Pioneer, on global bond markets. Joe Mysak, Editor for Bloomberg Brief: Municipal Market, on infrastructure, Amazon, and high speed rail. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Johnson, President of Customer Growth Partners, and Carl Riccadonna, Chief US Economist for Bloomberg Economics, on retail sales posting the worst drop in nine years. Ken DeCubellis, the current CEO of Black Ridge and future CFO of AESE, and Frank Ng, current CEO of Ourgame International and future CEO of AESE, discuss their impending merger and what it will mean for esports and the investment community. Peter Andersen, Founder of Andersen Capital Management, LLC, on markets, current investment strategy, and why Nvidia is a buy. George Ferguson, Senior Aerospace, Defense & Airlines Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Airbus scrapping its A380 jumbo plane amid an industry shift to smaller planes. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teva Pharmaceutical’s CEO Kare Schultz discusses the earnings shortfall, product pipeline, and moving into biotech drugs. Matt Rodrigue, Managing Director at Miller Buckfire, a Stifel company, represented the largest organized creditor in the Puerto Rico bankruptcy case and discusses the restructuring plan. Joe Perry, Tax Leader at Marcum, on how the Trump tax cut is creating many surprises for American tax payers. Hugh Johnson, Chairman and CIO of Hugh Johnson Advisors, on outlook for US markets, earnings season and investment strategies. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Authers, Senior Editor for Bloomberg Markets, on the China trade negotiations and impact to markets. Bloomberg Opinion columnists Tara Lachapelle and Sarah Halzack discuss how media companies are grappling with pricing and content, in a landscape where consumers continue to choose "free." Chris McCann, Chris McCann, CEO of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, on Valentine's Day gifting season, incorporating AI technology, and trends in consumer behavior. Ira Jersey, Chief US interest rate strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, on U.S. budget negotiations could impact debt markets, and Fed's Mary Daly's comments on QE. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Logan Mohtashami, Senior Loan Officer for AMC Lending Group, on the slowdown in the housing market. Peter Tchir, Head of Macro Strategy at Academy Securities, on markets and current investment strategy. Damian Sassower, Chief Emerging Markets Credit Strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, on two large Chinese borrowers missing payment deadlines. Austin Carr, technology reporter for Bloomberg, on why taxpayers have a lot to lose in the Foxconn and Amazon headquarter deals. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Devine, former chief of CIA’s worldwide operations, and founding partner and President of The Arkin Group, discusses North Korea, Venezuela and the mid-east. Burt Flickinger, Managing Director at Strategic Resource Group, on what Eddie Lampert is doing with Sears, and winners and losers in bricks-and-mortar retail. Mike McDonough, Chief Economist: Financial Products for Bloomberg LP, on the outlook for a China trade deal after Trump calls off his meeting with Xi. Mike McGlone, commodity strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, on iron ore powering to its highest level since 2014, as the Vale mine crisis intensifies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Whalen, Chairman of Whalen Global Advisors, and Arnold Kakuda, Senior Credit Analyst: Global Banking Sector for Bloomberg Intelligence, on BB&T Corp.'s merger with SunTrust Banks and what it bodes for the banking sector. Kevin Giddis, Head of Fixed Income at Raymond James, on the Fed, Treasury auctions, and bond markets. Alex Webb, European Technology columnist for Bloomberg Opinion, on Facebook’s advertising model under attack by German antitrust regulators. Ken Shea, Senior Analyst Global Food, Beverages & Tobacco for Bloomberg Intelligenece, on Tyson and Kellogg earnings. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eli Lake, Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering national security, on how Trump is beginning to cave on North Korea, and what the U.S. is doing in Venezuela. Porter Bibb, Managing Partner for MediaTech Capital Partners, on media earnings and the battle for subscribers. Author Jim Krane, fellow in energy studies at Rice University's Baker Institute in Houston, discusses his new book, "Energy Kingdoms: Oil and Political Survival in the Persian Gulf." Lanhee Chen, Research Fellow at the Hoover Institution, on the key takeaways from the State of the Union and the Democratic response. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rosello discusses the post-hurricane recovery funds being threatened by President Trump, the State of the Union, and the bond restructuring. Dan Solender, Partner and Head of Municipal Bonds at Lord Abbett, and Michelle Kaske, Puerto Rico reporter for Bloomberg, on Puerto Rico winning approval for its plan to restructure more than $17 billion of sales-tax bonds. William Drewry, Founding Partner at Pursuit Advisory, on how new media companies can't compete with the behemoths like Google and Facebook. Tom Kennedy, Global Head of Fixed Income, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, on bond markets, the Fed and current investment outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anne Stevenson-Yang, Co-Founder and Research Director for J Capital Research LTD and a Bloomberg Opinion contributor, on China trade talks and what the Huawei charges could mean for 5G networks. Peggy Collins, Investing Team Leader for Bloomberg, on "Bond King" Bill Gross retiring after four decades in the industry. Ian Webber, CEO of Global Ship Lease (NYSE: GSL), on the global trade environment and impact of trade negotiations, and the company's recent merger. Jon Swallen, Chief Research Officer: North America at Kantar Media, on Super Bowl advertising. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Collins, Senior Portfolio Manager at PGIM Fixed Income, on the bond market and current portfolio positioning. Jonathan Tyce, Senior EU Banks analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Deutsche Bank's earnings and outlook: can this bank survive? John Kilduff, Founding Partner of Again Capital, on Big Oil earnings, and oil price outlook. Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Opinion technology columnist, on Amazon's earnings picture and other Big Tech earnings. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

P+L co-host Lisa Abramowicz sits down with Cumberland Advisors Co-Founder David Kotok to talk about his career path, stand out moments, and the advice he gives current students in business school. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gordon L. Johnson, Managing Director and analyst at Vertical Group, on why he would be aggressively adding to any Tesla short position here. David Garrity, Chief Market Strategist for Laidlaw & Co. Ltd, on Facebook earnings and outlook--and why Amazon may have the advantage in the advertising front. Ellen Wald, President of Transversal Consulting and Bloomberg Opinion columnist, on how a new Venezuela can avoid the oil curse. Leland Miller, CEO of China Beige Book, on how investors are misunderstanding the economic weakness in China. Hosted by Lisa Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Sam Natapoff, President of Empire Global Ventures, on the difficulty in China trade talks and the Brexit vote outcome. John Butler, Senior Telecom Services & Equipment Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on how content has been driving earnings in media and telecoms like Apple and AT&T. Michael Scanlon, Portfolio Manager for Manulife Asset Management, on Apple earnings and outlook. Ira Jersey, Chief US interest rate strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, on where the Fed balance sheet could end up after tightening. Hosted by Abramowicz and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.