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Power Players with Brian Sozzi

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Hosted by Executive Editor Brian Sozzi, Power Players ditches the news desk for high-octane, unscripted discussions with the titans of industry. This 30-minute series blends conversational depth with market energy to uncover the "near-death" origin stories and "midnight" pressures that keep global CEOs up at night. Beyond the balance sheets, viewers gain actionable intel on AI, market shifts, and the tactical mindsets needed to win. Filmed at Yahoo Finance HQ, the Nasdaq, or on location,  it is a raw, free-flowing look at the real individuals shaping Corporate America.

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Yahoo Finance

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Business

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Latest episode

Oct 29, 2026

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Episodes

Why major restaurant chains are filing for bankruptcy: Jon Taffer 29.10.2026

"Bar Rescue" Executive Producer and host Jon Taffer sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to reveal the hidden science behind what makes a bar or restaurant successful. Taffer also explains why he believes AI and robot waitstaff will ruin the dining experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why department stores aren't dead yet: Exemplar Luxury Group CEO 26.10.2026

Exemplar Luxury Group CEO Geoffroy van Raemdonck sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to discuss the rebirth of iconic brands Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman under Exemplar Luxury Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your income won't build wealth, but this will: Anthony O'Neal 22.10.2026

Personal finance expert and bestselling author Anthony O'Neal chats with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to provide everyday strategies for permanently escaping the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How one major career risk built a $500M empire: Mindy Grossman 19.10.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with Consello Partner & Vice Chair Mindy Grossman to discuss her remarkable journey from being adopted at three days old to leading some of the world's most recognizable brands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sylvester Stallone: Corporate studios killed the "classic movie" 15.10.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi talks with legendary actor Sylvester Stallone about the shifting economics of Hollywood, why studios refuse to take risks on original ideas, and why streaming is now the only place to find premium, award-worthy drama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Ring CEO isn't sweating Apple's rumored smart lock 12.10.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with Ring Founder and CEO Jamie Siminoff to unveil his latest game-changing invention, the Ring smart lock. Siminoff also explains why he isn't worried about Apple's rumored jump into the smart home space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How GLP-1's are threatening alcohol sales: Olipop Early Investor 08.10.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with Barrel Ventures Partner Nate Cooper to discuss why hemp-derived THC beverages are aiming to replace your traditional evening drink. Cooper also explains the massive potential of the alternative beverage market and how GLP-1's are silently threatening alcohol sales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Americans are losing hope in the economy: Anthony Scaramucci 05.10.2026

Former White House Communications Director and SkyBridge Capital Founder Anthony Scaramucci sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to unpack the pivotal political and economic missteps that brought America to its current breaking point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek on his legacy being erased by Iger 01.10.2026

Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to reveal the untold story behind his shocking and abrupt exit from the entertainment giant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why most ads are terrible: Former Microsoft CSO 28.09.2026

Stagwell CEO, former Microsoft Chief Strategy Officer, and White House pollster Mark Penn sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to break down why most modern digital ads fail, and how AI is completely rewriting the rules of what you buy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surviving Mark Zuckerberg's intense founder era: Fmr Meta CTO 24.09.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with former Meta CTO and Gigascale Capital founding partner Mike Schroepfer to discuss the massive energy demands of artificial intelligence and why nuclear fusion could be the ultimate economic solution to power the grid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maye Musk talks bankrolling Elon's first tech startup 21.09.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with model and author Maye Musk to discuss her incredible journey of escaping an abusive marriage and raising three highly successful children, including Elon Musk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colin Kaepernick exposes the truth behind his NFL blacklist 17.09.2026

Former NFL star Colin Kaepernick sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi to reveal the shocking reality behind his NFL fallout, navigating FBI-investigated threats, and why he still wakes up at 4 a.m. to train for a comeback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How markets will be impacted by Kevin Warsh: David Rubenstein 14.09.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with The Carlyle Group co-founder David Rubenstein to discuss the United States' $40 trillion national debt and thoughts on the communication style of the new Federal Reserve Chair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The harsh reality of music streaming: Busta Rhymes 10.09.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with Hip-hop icon Busta Rhymes to discuss his latest album and the evolution of his decades-long career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weight loss is just the beginning of GLP-1's: Novo Nordisk CEO 07.09.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi chats with Novo Nordisk CEO Mike Doustdar about the true timeline for how GLP-1s will impact the food and airline industries, and what the future of weight loss and preventative health looks like over the next decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Amazon is transforming your Whole Foods run: CEO 03.09.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with Amazon Worldwide Grocery Stores Vice President and Whole Foods Market CEO Jason Buechel to discuss how Amazon's latest tech is reshaping the grocery giant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why you need an AI agent workforce today: Open Machine CEO 31.08.2026

Open Machine CEO Allie K. Miller talks to Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi about the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence and the critical shift from standard chatbots to autonomous AI agents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The American lawn has a millennial problem: ScottsMiracle-Gro CEO 27.08.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with ScottsMiracle-Gro CEO Nate Baxter to discuss why the 160-year-old brand is radically reinventing itself as a "lifestyle" company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Olipop is beating big soda at its own game: Fmr CEO 24.08.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with Olipop co-founder and former CEO Ben Goodwin to discuss why traditional full-calorie soda might be a thing of the past, and how Olipop reclaimed the top spot in the category after PepsiCo's acquisition of rival Poppi. Ben Goodwin was still CEO of Olipop at the time of filming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI bots may soon be spending your money: Mastercard CEO 20.08.2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sits down with Mastercard CEO Michael Miebach to discuss how the global financial network is preparing for agentic commerce and the rollout of secure "Agent Pay"; how Mastercard navigated pandemic-era supply chain disruptions, and why stablecoins will serve specific cross-border use cases rather than replace traditional currency. Learn more about your ad...

Why indie games are the next big tech investment: Gaming CEO 17.08.2026

Griffin Gaming Partners Co-Founder Peter Levin chats with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi about managing over $1.6 billion in gaming investments, the massive untapped potential of indie sports games, and his personal journey representing early MMA legends before investing in Scott Coker's new combat sports venture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robinhood Co-founder's plans to take over space 13.08.2026

Robinhood co-founder Baiju Bhatt explains to Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi his $275 million plan for Cowboy Space Corporation to build its own rockets and launch AI-powering data centers into space by 2028. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Airbnb CEO: Why AI is the best thing to happen to us 10.08.2026

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky reveals to Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi how AI is driving the company's fastest growth in years, shares his bold predictions for the future of consumer tech, and confirms the existence of a secret internal AI lab. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The science behind LeBron James' athletic longevity: Tom Zheng 06.08.2026

Former San Francisco 49ers sports scientist and The Players Company CEO, Tom Zheng, breaks down to Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi the preemptive science and customized routines that allow superstars like LeBron James to dominate into their 40s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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