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Staying Focused in Uncertain Times: Leadership Lessons from Holly Buckley of McGuireWoods LLP 4-15-25

In this episode, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods, joins Scott Becker to discuss how leaders can stay grounded and help teams and clients maintain focus amid economic and political turbulence.

9 Stocks & Their YTD Results 4-15-25

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down year-to-date performance for nine key stocks including Tesla, KKR, Palantir, Walgreens, and more.

6 Stories We’re Following Today 4-15-25

In this episode, Scott Becker explores recent shifts in global manufacturing, U.S.-China tensions, and more.

Working a 9-5 & Following X/Twitter 4-15-25

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the importance of respecting both the working class and entrepreneurs, recognizing that both are essential to a thriving economy.

Breaking Barriers: Women Leading on Boards with Desirée Rogers, Marisa Murillo, and Shannon Nash 4-14-25

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with leaders Desirée Rogers, Marisa Murillo, and Shannon Nash about the evolving landscape of women on corporate boards.

Most of the Things You Do Don’t Matter 4-14-25

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the idea that most daily actions won’t matter in five years, encouraging listeners to live intentionally and focus on what truly matters.

Top 5 Companies by Market Cap 4-14-25

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses recent shifts in the top five U.S. companies by market cap.

2 Core Concepts for Startups 4-14-25

In this episode, Scott Becker shares advice for startup success.

8 Stories We Are Following Today 4-14-25

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down market optimism, President Trump’s tariff moves, startup advice on cash discipline, shifting market cap leaders, and more.

Private Equity Outlook: Recession Risks, Market Uncertainty & Deal-Making Slowdown with Matt Wolf 4-11-25

In this episode, Scott Becker talks with top analyst Matt Wolf about the growing uncertainty in the private equity and M&A markets. Matt shares insights on recession risks, reduced deal activity, investor caution, and how global trade tensions are reshaping strategies in 2025.

Growing Revenues Fast in a Changing Economy – Optimizing Sales Teams & Working with Great Outside Resources Featuring Sean Carson 4-10-25

In this webinar turned podcast, Sean Carson of Sales Empowerment Group joins Scott Becker to share strategies for accelerating organic growth in private equity-sponsored companies.

Grindr, Hims & Hers, and the Markets Getting Crushed 4-10-25

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses current market volatility and argues that in tough times, vice-based businesses may be the safest bets.

Don’t Buy Individual Stocks 4-10-25

In this episode, Scott Becker shares advice for investors.

3 Stories We Are Following Today 4-10-25

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the impact of a temporary pause in tariffs, a dip in the Consumer Price Index, and shifting treasury yields.

Make America Healthy Again + 5 More Concepts 4-10-25

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the concept of “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA), Medicare Advantage, tariffs, market uncertainty, and political reactions.

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