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Keith Noreika, Former Acting Comptroller of the Currency, discusses banking charters for tech firms, outlook for changes to the banking industry, and bitcoin as a currency.Max Nisen, Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering health care, on biotech M&A, and what to expect from the big pharma earnings this week.Jonathan Adams, Senior Insurance Industry Analyst, on AIG acquiring Validus after years of retrenchment. Karen Ubelhart, industrials analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on GE and how great franchises within the company are being overlooked.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on U.S. regulators raising investor protection concerns about cryptocurrency mutual funds and ETFs.Fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff and brother and CEO Uri Minkoff, creative director of Uri Minkoff, on growing the brand, selling directly to consumer, and how social media has changed fashion.Noah Feldman, Felix Frankfurter Professor of Law at Harvard University and Bloomberg View columnist, discusses his column, "Bannon’s Executive Privilege Claims Aren’t Insane." Elizabeth Economy, C.V. Starr Senior Fellow and Director: Asia Studies, at the Council on Foreign Relations, discusses China and her column: "China: Pretender to the Throne."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests:Bloomberg’s Shira Ovide, Gadfly technology columnist, and Spencer Soper, technology and e-commerce reporter, on Amazon’s new headquarters location and advertising future, and Apple’s tax bill and $30 billion capex and jobs plan.Jacques Gordon, Global Head of Research & Strategy for LaSalle Investment Management, on how a renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) will impact the economy and commercial real estate.Bob DiMella, co-head of MacKay Municipal Managers, on munis and tax reform buying opportunities, and their "Top 5 Muni Insights."George Ferguson, Senior Aerospace, Defense & Airlines Analyst, on Airbus getting a $16 billion lifeline order from Emirates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Chandler, Global Head of Currency Strategy at Brown Brothers Harriman, on outlook for the dollar.Global CEO of Lamborghini, Stefano Domenicali, on their new Super SUVs, the luxury market, and outlook for the company. Ira Jersey, Chief US interest rate strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, discusses why TIPS are a bad inflation hedge for individual investors, and how Fannie & Freddie balance sheets are impacting volatility. Greg Elders, Senior Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on BlackRock pushing companies to contribute to society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Admiral James Stavridis, retired U.S. Navy admiral and former military commander of NATO, current dean of the Fletcher School at Tufts University and Bloomberg View contributor, on why climate is America's most pressing threat, and reaction to President Trump's comments on his relationship with Kim Jong Un. Chris Whalen, Chairman of Whalen Global Advisors, on why bank earnings are a tale of two industries." Dr. Lacy Hunt, Chief Economist at Hoisington Investment Management, on why he predicts economic disappointments in 2018, leading to lower long-term yields. Shira Ovide, Technology Columnist for Bloomberg Gadfly, on Facebook unveiling big changes to their news feed, to favor content from friends and families over news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pulitzer prize winning journalist Jake Bernstein discusses his new book: SECRECY WORLD: Inside the Panama Papers Investigation of Illicit Money Networks and the Global Elite Brian Egger, Senior Gaming & Lodging Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on why 2018 will be one of the most consequential years for the US gaming industry. Olivia Zaleski, technology reporter for Bloomberg, on Uber using a secret system to thwart law authorities by being able to remotely lock up data. Caitlin Webber, Government Analyst U.S. Trade Policy for Bloomberg Intelligence, on the current outlook for NAFTA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Armstrong, CEO of Oath and former CEO of AOL, on Oath’s outlook and strategy to compete for ad dollars. Anne Sheehan, Director of Corporate Governance at CalSTRS Investments, discusses the company urging Apple to create ways for parents to restrict children’s access to their mobile phones.Michael Zezas, Head of US Public Policy & Municipal Credit Strategy at Morgan Stanley, on how political noise will impact markets this year. Vincent Piazza, Senior Equity Energy Analyst/ Global Sector Leader for Bloomberg Intelligence, on outlook for oil and E&Ps, as Goldman reports OPEC will try to keep prices down below $70.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roger McNamee, co-Founder of Elevation Partners, on the appropriate role of internet monopolies in society, and why Facebook still has time to rectify itself. Joel Levington, Senior Credit Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, with a new report on Tesla credit. Ira Jersey, Chief US interest rate strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, discusses rate outlook for 2018, and how a record number of young workers remain at home. American Water CEO Susan Story on the current landscape for Trump’s infrastructure plan on the country’s aging and outdated water infrastructure, and how the company is securing critical networks from cyberattacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Burniske, Partner at Placeholder and advisor to ARK Investment Management, on outlook for cryptocurrencies in 2018 and upcoming blockchain ETFs. Josh Green, National Correspondent for Bloomberg Businessweek, on the Trump-Bannon feud, following revelations in the Fire and Fury book. Robert LoCascio, CEO and Founder of LivePerson, Inc, on how machine learning and AI is being implemented in customer care industry, and impact of Facebook’s entry. Debra Katz, Employee Rights Attorney at Katz, Marshall & Banks, on how sexual harassment in the workplace costs companies money and creates wage disparities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asher Troppe, Co-Founder and CEO of Tress Capital, on Jeff Sessions and the Trump administration reversing Obama's hands-off marijuana policy and how cannabis stocks will fare.Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering technology, on Apple’s exposure to the chip flaw, and how the company’s efforts to make amends could be bad for business. Tom Gimbel, CEO of staffing firm LaSalle Network, on jobs data, and how CEOs are confident and hiring. Anna Edney, health care reporter for Bloomberg, on how the plan to slash US drug costs leans on problem-plagued factories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Ravitch, Former Lieutenant Governor of New York and Chairman of the MTA, on how to fund the NYC subway crisis, outlook for the infrastructure bill, and Puerto Rico. Liam Denning, Bloomberg Gadfly columnist, on how Tesla investors keep giving it the benefit of the doubt, despite constantly moving targets. Kurt Kara, Head of Value Equities at Copenhagen-based Maj Invest, discusses the stock fund that beats 95% of peers while ignoring CEO talk and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Sinche, Global Strategist for Amherst Pierpont Securities, discusses why the 10-year US yield is poised to rise 3.5% in 2018.Christopher Flavelle, climate policy reporter for Bloomberg, on how climate change is impacting real estate in Florida.Seth Pinsky, Executive Vice President and Investment Manager of the RXR Metropolitan Emerging Market Strategy, growth potential in NYC, tax reform, and outlook for infrastructure. Trista Kelley, market structure team leader for Bloomberg in London, on how the start of MiFID is impacting trading volumes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ira Jersey, Chief US Interest Rate Strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, on FOMC Preview and Japanese Yields. We also have Bruce Bittles, Chief Investment Officer for Baird, on markets, the economy, and current investment strategy. Also joining the program is Jamie Butters, Bloomberg US Auto Reporter, on his story "Fed Outlook for Higher Rates Dims U.S. Auto Sales View for 2018”. And also joining the show is Chris Leavy, Co-Chairman and Partner at MedMen, on what investors should know about the marijuana space, as well as the wider economic implications of this legislation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Kudla, CEO and Chief Investment Strategist of Mainstay Capital, on market outlook and his current sector picks.David Kudla, CEO and Chief Investment Strategist of Mainstay Capital, on market outlook and his current sector picks. Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering technology, on the eight biggest themes in technology for 2017, and Facebook's crucial video efforts. Karen Mills, former SBA Administrator and Senior Fellow at Harvard Business School, on the impact that Trump's tax plan will have on small business, and outlook for infrastructure. Lou Palumbo, director of Elite Intelligence and Protection, on the costs associated with protecting crowds on New Year's Eve and other large events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

General Merrill McPeak, retired four-star general and former Air Force Chief of Staff, on what America's options are for hotspots like North Korea, Israel and Iran.David Fanger, Senior Vice President at Financial Institutions Group, at Moody's, on their 2018 outlook for US and global investment banks.Brian Chappatta, US Treasuries reporter, on bond titans' top trades for 2018.Jamie Butters, US autos reporter for Bloomberg, on how Ford's Lincoln Brand is losing luster in the crowded luxury landscape, and may not justify a US presence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Speiss, Partner-in-Charge of EisnerAmper’s Personal Wealth Advisors Group, on how New Yorkers can prepay their property taxes early, according to Governor Cuomo’s plan. Lananh Nguyen, FX reporter for Bloomberg, with a roundup of currency strategists picking FX winners for 2018. Ken Shea, Senior Analyst Global Food, Beverages & Tobacco for Bloomberg Intelligence, on how the pressure is on for smokeless products to save the tobacco industry. Pancho Kinney, former Director of Strategy at the White House Drug Policy Office and former policy director at the White House Office of Homeland Security, discusses risks posed by air traffic control privatization, and the impact it would have on defense, border security and drug enforcement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests:John Kilduff, Founding Partner of Again Capital, on the oil markets, current forecast, and OPEC projections.Brad McMillan, Chief Investment Officer for Commonwealth Financial Network, on why tax cuts won’t improve growth in 2018, but it could be the year of inflation.Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering technology, on analysts cutting Apple iPhone X forecasts.Craig Johnson, President of Customer Growth Partners, on the best holiday retail season since 2005.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christopher Flavelle, climate policy reporter for Bloomberg, on Louisiana finalizing a plan to move thousands of people from areas threatened by the rising Gulf of Mexico, in what could be a blueprint for climate change policy. Restaurateur Alan Stillman, Founder of Quality Branded Partner, on the 40th anniversary of Smith & Wollensky, how he started TGI Friday's, and how technology has impacted the restaurant industry. George Ferguson, Senior Aerospace, Defense & Airlines Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Boeing said to be in talks to acquire Embraer. Jonathan Miller, President and CEO of Miller Samuel, on how NYC housing values will be impacted in the wake of the tax bill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vernon Silver, projects and investigations reporter for Bloomberg in Rome, on Facebook's little-known global government and politics team that works with nearly anyone seeking or securing power. John Petrides, Managing Director & Portfolio Manager at Point View Wealth Management, on why FAANG is getting long in the tooth. Phil Orlando, Chief Equity Strategist at Federated, on why small caps will benefit from the tax bill. Mike Bodson, President and Chief Executive Officer of DTCC (Depository Trust & Clearing Corp.), discusses their report on the biggest risks in the global financial system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ralph Schlosstein, President and CEO of Evercore, on why the GOP tax plan could have a significant effect on New York City and its role as global financial center. Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Gadfly technology columnist, on Uber losing its EU court fight, after the top court ruled its ride-hailing service should be regulated as a transport company. Bobby Cho, Head of Trading for Cumberland, with a look at how bitcoin is traded.Mandeep Singh, tech industry analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Airbnb launching its own apartment complexes: does this change its business model from tech to hotel?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Max Nisen, Biotech, Pharma and Healthcare Columnist for Bloomberg Gadfly, on his article “A Humana Deal Would Escalate the Insurance Arms Race: Gadfly”. We also have Alberto Gallo, Portfolio Manager and Head of Macro Strategies at Algebris Investments, on his investment outlook for 2018. Joseph Lubin, Ethereum Co-Founder & founder of Global Blockchain Specialist Consensys, on why Ether's growth will continue. Also joining is David Lee, COO and CFO of Impossible Foods, on their plant-based "meat" burgers, why Bill Gates is an investor, and growth outlook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Anquillare, Chief Operating Officer of Verisk Analytics, on the need for private flood insurance and insuring a nuclear attack. Ken Fisher, the founder, chairman and co-CIO of Fisher Investments, on bitcoin and tax plan. Tamara Gafney, Senior Director at Adobe Digital Insights, on holiday tech sales forecast. Burt Flickinger, Managing Director at Strategic Resource Group, on holiday retail sales. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Garrity, CEO of GVA Research, and June Grasso, legal expert and co-host on Politics, Power, Policy & Law for Bloomberg, on the industry and legal ramifications of the FCC decision to repeal net neutrality. Eddie Van der Walt, commodities reporter for Bloomberg, on bitcoin’s dirty little secret: computers creating the cryptocurrency use massive energy, including from fuels that cause the most pollution. Former U.S. Congressman Rick Lazio, Senior Vice President at alliantgroup, on tax reform expectations and how the new rate structure will help businesses. Joe Nocera, Bloomberg View columnist, on why Disney will rue its backward-looking Fox merger.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geetha Ranganathan, Senior Media analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, and Tara Lachapelle, deals columnist for Bloomberg Gadfly, on Disney buying $52 billion of Fox assets in a breakup of the Murdoch empire. Danielle Dimartino Booth, Founder of Money Strong and Bloomberg Prophet, discusses the Fed, her outlook for the economy, and why strong demand in jobs data may falter. Gerry Smith, media reporter for Bloomberg, on the FCC vote to end net neutrality. Terry Sullivan, partner at Firehouse Strategies and senior Republican strategist, and former campaign manager for Marco Rubio’s presidential campaign, to discuss what GOP strategy for tax plan and mid-terms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Katsive, Head of FX Strategy North America at BNP Paribas, on the dollar rout. Jonathan Bernstein, Bloomberg View columnist, on why Mitch McConnell's job just got a lot harder. Chris Young, CEO of McAfee, on how cybercrime is changing with AI/Machine learning and what that means for business. Rich Taylor, Fixed Income Client Portfolio Manager at American Century, previews the Fed decision, US/global economy outlook for 2018, and where he's finding value in the bond market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Sweeney, U.S. Director of Research and Senior Media/Internet Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Disney expected to announce a deal to buy a large piece of 21st Century Fox. Ken Monaghan, Co-Director of High Yield at Amundi Pioneer, discusses why the rout in telecom high yield will continue in 2018. Desmond King, Andrew W. Mellon Professor of American Government at Oxford University, on the new book he co-authored: "FED POWER: How Finance Wins." Jack Ablin, Chief Investment Officer for BMO Wealth Management, on his 2018 outlook for markets and inflation, and current investing strategy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wolfgang Koester, CEO of FiREapps, on bitcoin futures and why he sees the U.S. issuing a digital dollar in 2018. John Tozzi, healthcare reporter for Bloomberg, with a look at the history of the little blue pill that changed sex, as Viagra goes generic. Tim Ghriskey, CIO of Solaris Asset Management, on why tax reform will spur corporate buybacks instead of growth. John Wobensmith, CEO of Genco Shipping (NYSE:GNK), on why the global drybulk recovery is just starting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Rizzieri, President and CEO of Mizuho Securities, on US growth strategy, the current business environment, and Asia's growing role in equities. Bloomberg’s Sonali Basak, Insurance Companies and Boutique Investment Banks Reporter, discusses her article “The Next Big Short: Hedge Funds Ready to Bet Against Bitcoin”. Also, Bill Smead, CEO at Smead Capital Management, on markets and investing, jobs, and stock market capitalization. And Ian Siegel, Founder and CEO of ZipRecruiter, on jobs, hiring trends, and artificial intelligence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vanguard founder Jack Bogle on what he thinks of ETFs, bitcoin and the bond market. Daniel Gordis, Bloomberg View columnist and Senior Vice President and Koret Distinguished Fellow at Shalem College in Jerusalem, on his column: "Trump Is Clear on Jerusalem; His Motives Are Not." Bill Sandbrook, CEO of US Concrete, on outlook for infrastructure and current projects in development. Randy Frederick, VP of Trading and Derivatives at Schwab, discusses his outlook for markets in 2018 and on his top investing trends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Yruma, Equity Research analyst at Keybanc Capital Markets, with e-commerce and retail trends from their consumer conference. Chris Pappas, CEO of Trinseo (NYSE:TSE), discusses where Trinseo is seeing growth and outlook for the chemicals and materials industry.FUTURE OF INVESTING: Emily Chasan, Sustainable Finance Editor, on how big money on Wall Street is finally backing boardroom diversity.Frank Ossino, Senior Portfolio Manager at Newfleet Asset Management, on the loan market, credit cycle, and interest rates- and why he is fully invested.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Lash, Chairman Emeritus of Christie’s America, on art investing and an inside look at the $450 million Leonardo Da Vinci sale. Simon Ballard, Global Credit strategist for Bloomberg in London, on improving conditions for Greek debt, and UK credit markets showing strain as Brexit negotiations stall. Matt Robinson, financial regulation reporter for Bloomberg, on the SEC said to probe whether banks helped hedge funds inflate returns. Lightbridge CEO Seth Grae, and Areva VP of Nuclear Fuel Bob Freeman, discuss their partnership and the future of nuclear energy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Komal Sri-Kumar, President and Founder of Sri-Kumar Global Strategies, on tax reform, bonds and the yield curve, and outlook for markets. Michael Rea, pharmacist, founder and CEO of Rx Savings Solutions, and Tara Lachapelle, deals columnist for Bloomberg Gadfly, on the transformative deal between CVS Health and health insurance giant Aetna. Rachel Evans, corporate finance reporter for Bloomberg, on the future landscape of a $20 trillion BlackRock and Vanguard investing duopoly where almost everyone is a customer. Jeremy Swan, Managing Principal of CohnReznick's Financial Sponsors Financial Services Industry, on potential impact of the GOP tax bill on private equity firms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June Grasso, Host of Bloomberg Law and Bloomberg Best, discusses the legal situation surrounding former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn’s plea agreement with the FBI.Marty Schenker, Chief Content Officer for Bloomberg, on the fallout for the Trump administration following Former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn pleading guilty to lying to federal investigators.Joel Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Value Management, on how cyclical industrials could see more bankruptcies under the GOP tax proposal.Mark Rossano, Energy Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on an MIT study that suggests the US Energy Department has vastly overstated its oil output forecasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Schenker, President of Prestige Economics and Bloomberg Prophet, on the OPEC meeting in Vienna. Leland Miller, CEO of China Beige Book International, on whether China can stop North Korea, and what the US may have to give up to get their cooperation. Claire Boston, corporate finance reporter for Bloomberg, on the Alibaba bond deal. Cliff Noreen, Deputy Chief Investment Officer for MassMutual, on the Fed, current investment strategies, tax reform and impact on overall economy and markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Moss, Economics Editor and columnist for Bloomberg View, and Dave Wilson, Bloomberg stocks columnist, preview Fed Chair Yellen’s economic outlook hearing before the congressional Joint Economic Committee, and what lawmakers missed in the Jay Powell hearing. Chris Condon, Federal Reserve reporter for Bloomberg, recaps key highlights from the Janet Yellen hearing. Toluse Olorunnippa, White house correspondent for Bloomberg, on how Trump’s tax promises for boosting jobs and wages will be undercut by CEO plans to reward investors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carl Riccadonna, Chief US Economist for Bloomberg Economics, and Bloomberg stocks editor Dave Wilson, preview Federal Reserve Governor Jay Powell's confirmation hearing and what policy to expect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steven Strauss, visiting professor at Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, on whether it’s time to break up the big tech companies, as Jeff Bezos crosses the $100 billion mark Chris Burniske, Partner at Placeholder and Advisor to ARK Investment Management, on bitcoin and whether real money is coming in to the market, or if it’s an escalation of speculators.David Pearl, Co-Chief Investment Officer of Epoch Investment Partners, on current investment outlook, and why he uses free cash flow to evaluate companies. Media and entertainment guru Porter Bibb of Mediatech Capital Partners, on Meredith Corp. agreeing to acquire Time Inc. with the Koch Brothers backing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Kotok, chairman and CEO of Cumberland Advisors, talks about bitcoin risks and how many fixed income players may not be seasoned enough to withstand a downturn. Mark Dunkerly, departing Hawaiian Airlines president and CEO, tells Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz about retiring from the company and what lies next. Dakin Campbell, a financial reporter at Bloomberg, talks about how Goldman Sachs is facing doubts about loss rates at its new online lender platform. Finally, Shira Ovide, a Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering technology, discusses why Travis Kalanick needs to explain his role in Uber's breach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ira Jersey, U.S. rates strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, talks about the yield curve, Chair Yellen resigning and how this will impact the Fed. Jennifer Rie, senior litigation analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, says Trump's DOJ antitrust lawsuit is demanding specific asset sales like CNN before allowing an AT&T-Time Warner deal to get approved. Brogan BamBrogan, founder and CEO of Arrivo, talks about his company's planned hyperloop investment in Denver, how Arrivo's technology differs from other hyperloop companies and the future of transportation. Finally, Shira Ovide, a technology columnist at Bloomberg Gadfly, discusses how Uber is signaling at a business-model detour with Volvo deal and whether or not its valuation should be adjusted. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ronald Kahn, managing director of Lincoln International, talks about the new Lincoln Middle Market Index and the outlook for middle market lending. Kit Juckes, chief global FX strategist at Societe Generale, tells Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz how Angela Merkel's failed attempt to build a government is impacting the euro and the dollar. Kevin Tynan, a senior autos analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, says Tesla's semi-truck and roadster sideshow distract from its Model 3 woes. Finally, Ed Hammond, a deals reporter at Bloomberg, talks about consolidation in the chips sector. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sal Gilbertie, president and founder of Teucrium Trading LLC, and Mike McGlone, a commodity strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, talk about opportunities in corn and soybeans, farmers squeezed by pricey fuels and why U.S. crude oil production is on the verge of surging. Tad Rivelle, CIO of TCW, discusses the yield curve, markets and current investment strategy. Sridhar Natarajan, a high yield debt and syndicated loan reporter at Bloomberg, tells Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz about a high-stakes hedge fund battle erupting over Hovnanian, after Blackstone proposes a plan that would trigger payouts on its credit swaps. Finally, Geetha Ranganathan, a technology and media analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, talks about reports that Comcast and Verizon are looking into acquiring a big portion of 21st Century Fox Inc.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baiju Bhatt, co-founder and co-CEO of Robinhood, discusses his commission-free investment app geared toward millennials. Shing Tao, chairman and CEO of Remark Holdings, talks about using their AI platform to scrape social media consumer data. Wayne Winegarden, an economics scholar and senior fellow at the San Francisco-based Pacific Research Institute, tells Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz why the GOP tax bill should include payroll tax reform. Finally, Bloomberg's Katya Kazakina talks about how billionaires were stunned as Da Vinci's Christ painting sold for a record $450 million.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toronto Mayor John Tory discusses bidding for Amazon headquarters, the housing market, immigration and the economy. Kathleen McCarthy, senior managing director and global COO at The Blackstone Real Estate Group, talks about investment opportunities in the U.S. and abroad. Seth Molod, partner and chair of real estate services at Berdon LLP, discusses his real estate forecast, opportunities and risks and tax implications. Finally, Norman Sturner, president and CEO of MHP Real Estate Services, talks about Manhattan development and investment opportunities, the outlook for interest rates and the impact of tax reform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elaine Stokes, vice president and portfolio manager at Loomis Sayles Bond Fund, talks about bonds and the high yield market. Billy House, a congressional reporter at Bloomberg, discusses Jeff Sessions testifying before Congress to address inconsistent statements about the Trump campaign's contact with Russians. Burt Flickinger, managing director at Strategic Resource Group, tells Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz why Walmart is returning to its glory days while Target remains out of rhythm. Finally, Ben Bartenstein, an emerging markets reporter at Bloomberg, talks about S&P declaring Venezuela in default and the strange creditor meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alberto Gallo, portfolio manager and head of macro strategies at Algebris Investments, talks about how the American dream turned into greed and inequality. Brooke Sutherland, a Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering deals and industrials, tells Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz why GE's turnaround plan and announcement to cut its dividend is "meh." Shira Ovide, a Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering technology, discusses Alibaba's $25 billion in Singles Day sales, the company's bond offering and how the world's top tech giants have amassed $1.7 trillion in value. Finally, Sarah Halzack, a Bloomberg Gadfly consumer columnist, talks about why a Hasbro-Mattel acquisition makes sense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Colas, co-founder of Datatrek Research and a Bloomberg Prophet, discusses how much the market could be at risk with a corporate tax cut delay. Chris Macke, founder of Solutionomics and Federal Reserve Beige Book contributor, and Laura Davison, a tax reporter at Bloomberg, talk about the latest developments in the GOP tax bills and a proposal to reward job creators through earned corporate tax cuts. Tom Orlik, chief Asia economist at Bloomberg Intelligence, discusses China removing limits on foreign ownership of Chinese banks and asset managers. Finally, Lindsey Rupp, a specialty retail reporter at Bloomberg, talks about JC Penney earnings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Eagan, vice president and portfolio manager for Loomis Sayles & Co., talks about the sell off in the high yield market. Ariel Cohen, senior fellow at the Atlantic Council and a principal at International Market Analysis Ltd., discusses President Trump's trip to Asia and progress with North Korea and China trade. Steve Koenig, senior director of market research at the Consumer Technology Association, gives projections on tech purchases and how consumers will shop this holiday season. Finally, Bloomberg Intelligence's Jennifer Rie and Paul Sweeney talk about news that Trump's DOJ is requesting AT&T and Time Warner to sell CNN in order to win approval for their merger. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anita Hill, a professor of law, public policy and women's studies at Brandeis University, talks about workplace culture in the 21st century and the fallout from the Weinstein scandal. Richard Gelfond, CEO of Imax Corp., discusses the changing ways that people are consuming entertainment, and his company's success in China. Will Marshall, co-founder and CEO of Planet Labs, tells Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz how satellite imagery is aiding agriculture, governments and corporations. Finally, Bloomberg's Erik Schatzker talks about his story, "I Dined With Alwaleed in the Desert Days Before His Arrest."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Binder, a professor at George Washington University and a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, and Mark Spindel, a Bloomberg View columnist and founder and chief investment officer at Potomac River Capital LLC, discuss their new book, "The Myth of Independence: How Congress Governs the Federal Reserve." Mediatech Capital Partners' Porter Bibb talks about Twenty-First Century Fox in play, after reports of a sale to Disney. Damian Sassower, a fixed income strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, discusses the complicated and painful Venezuela debt crisis. Finally, Simon Ballard, a global credit strategist at Bloomberg in London, tells Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz why we can expect overseas issuers to tap Europe's bond paradise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Intelligence's Anand Srinivasan and Brooke Sutherland, a deals columnist at Bloomberg Gadfly, talk about news that Broadcom is offering $130 billion for Qualcomm in a landmark tech deal. Craig Johnson, president of Customer Growth Partners, discusses Michael Kors' second quarter earnings and his 17th annual holiday retail forecast. Aaron Brown, a Bloomberg Prophet and former managing director and head of financial market research at AQR Capital Management, tells Pimm Fox and Lisa Abramowicz plausible outcomes for CME's foray into bitcoin. Finally, Jim Vogel, an interest rate strategist at FTN Financial, discusses the tax bill impact on the deficit, treasuries and thoughts on Fed Chair nominee Powell and NY Fed President Bill Dudley stepping down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.