Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the idea that fatigue often comes from too many unfinished tasks rather than workload.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares advice for entrepreneurs and professionals on balancing risk by growing wealth both inside and outside their business.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the imbalance in CEO compensation.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares 12 stories driving the week, including Meta’s decline, Amazon’s rebound, private equity struggles, Warren Buffett’s next chapter, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Carlyle Group’s disappointing earnings report.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses why companies often blame external factors like the economy or tariffs for poor performance when the real issue lies within their own leadership, strategy, and execution.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Amazon’s strong rebound.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Cigna’s 15% stock decline despite strong quarterly revenues and profitability.

In this lighthearted episode, Scott Becker reflects on lessons in customer service from his experiences with a personal trainer.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Carvana’s stock performance, exploring why the company fell 13%  despite a record quarter of 150,000 vehicle sales.

In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, joins Scott Becker to cover the World Series, the resurgence of the Chicago Blackhawks, and early NBA season insights.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers five topics including reactions to his comments on immigration, highlights from the Dodgers – Blue Jays series, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares his thoughts on immigration and political polarization.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares 7 key business stories, including Chipotle’s stock drop after leadership changes, Google’s strong earnings, Meta’s decline, and more.

In this episode, Craig Levy, Founder of KOM Advisers, joins Scott Becker to discuss his work as an interim CFO for private equity-backed companies. Craig shares insights on operational value creation, due diligence, career resilience, and the importance of adaptability in today’s evolving financial landscape.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares updates on Boeing’s improving revenues despite ongoing losses, Nokia’s major jump following a billion-dollar Nvidia investment, and Intel’s remarkable 107% gain this year.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses several major companies announcing layoffs as they work to streamline operations, improve margins, and strengthen their stock performance in an increasingly competitive market.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights 7 key business stories, including market optimism ahead of expected Fed rate cuts, Amazon’s major layoffs, Wayfair’s surprising rally, and more.

In this episode, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods, joins Scott Becker to discuss effective leadership, developing future leaders, and maintaining stability through periods of change.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares his experience investing in individual companies like Palantir, Bank of America, Coca-Cola, Amazon, and Microsoft.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down why some private equity funds embrace co-investing while others avoid it.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores whether artificial intelligence and modern technology are reducing students’ ability to think deeply and tackle rigorous problems.

In this episode, David Friedman, Chief Information Officer at Abstrax Tech, shares insights on building tech-forward infrastructure, leveraging AI for immediate business impact, and guiding founders on using data effectively to create solutions with real commercial value.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares four insights on the economy and everyday life.

In this episode, Scott Becker reviews the YTD performance of the Magnificent Seven stocks.