In this episode, Scott Becker pays tribute to the late David Abelson, honoring his kindness, leadership, philanthropy, and the deep personal connections he fostered throughout his life.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a humorous story about losing to a friend in golf, with a key takeaway that success goes to those who put in the time, money, and focus.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares insights on the importance of saving early, protecting your mental space from people who don’t truly care, and recognizing how government deficit spending masks the reality of ongoing recessions.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares seven key market updates including the recent surge in stocks, expectations for Fed rate cuts, the five largest companies by market cap, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on an unexpected boot camp experience that offered a reminder not to judge a book by its cover.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares seven key updates including record market gains, the continued rise of NVIDIA and Apple, Grindr’s financial struggles, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the flawed narrative that doctors are to blame for poor preventive health outcomes. He calls out the unrealistic expectations placed on physicians and emphasizes personal responsibility and the urgent need for more doctors.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on Tai Lopez’s idea of setting a maximum net worth and shifting focus to other life priorities.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares updates on major market stories, including Apple’s $100 billion U.S. investment and tariff negotiations, Expedia’s travel-driven stock surge, and concerns over Amazon’s cloud growth.

In this episode, David Pivnick shares stories and insights from a recent family trip to Africa, exploring the contrast between privilege and poverty, lessons from local communities, and the humbling perspective gained from time on safari.

In this episode, Scott Becker cautions against increasing debt or unchecked spending during market highs.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights why landing the right people matters more than any business plan.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares five quick market updates, including Apple’s surge on tariff exemptions, DoorDash’s strong earnings, Lucid’s continued struggles, Astera Labs’ record high, and Six Flags’ steep decline.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the common pitfall of constantly shifting business targets, highlighting how easy it is to offer advice while struggling to follow it yourself.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the contrast between intuitive and analytical thinking, using examples from golf, soccer, and business.

This episode explores Blackstone’s rebound from early-year losses and its strategic push to attract top-tier talent.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares 14 major business and financial headlines, including market trends, sharp moves from Snapchat and Palantir, a deep dive into the trade deficit, and more.

In this episode, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods, shares insights on key regulatory changes impacting healthcare private equity, current trends in the deal market, and her team’s focus areas for the remainder of the year, including life sciences and FDA-related growth.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses hims & hers seeing a stock dip despite strong annual growth after narrowly missing quarterly revenue expectations.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights Palantir’s impressive second quarter performance.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the implications of the U.S. trade deficit dropping to $60.2 billion in June.

This episode highlights four key stories including Palantir’s strong quarterly performance, a drop in the U.S. trade deficit, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares lighthearted reflections on working with personal trainers and golf coaches, exploring the tension between honest feedback and the desire for praise.

In this episode, Scott Becker emphasizes the importance of saying “that’s not in my budget right now” and the idea that while getting rich takes skill, staying rich takes restraint.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights sharp declines in Coinbase, Roku, and Columbia, each dropping over 12%, while Wayfair stands out as a winner with a strong second quarter driving its stock up more than 12%.

This episode covers five key market stories, including early signs of recovery driven by job data, challenges at Amazon, Tesla’s $29 billion bonus grant to Elon Musk, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker challenges the idea that success is primarily due to having the best coaches or tutors, arguing that natural talent, hard work, and preparation play a much bigger role than often credited.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the sharp downturn of three healthcare powerhouses

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Amazon’s 8% stock drop, disappointing earnings, and concerns over its shifting identity from tech leader to retail-heavy giant.

In this episode, Scott discusses the ups and downs of launching a new business venture, writing books, and navigating the frustrating realities of administration and growth.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a humorous and honest reflection on his ongoing quest to improve at golf.

In this episode, Scott Becker analyzes the growing divide within the Magnificent 7.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares seven key business stories, including a weakening US labor market, steep market drops, major investor interest in OpenAI, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares updates on major stock movements from companies like Wingstop, Avis, Peloton, Microsoft, and Palantir, while also weighing in on Fed rate decisions and public opinion polls.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers today’s market upswing, highlighting strong earnings reports from Microsoft and Meta Platforms.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the booming U.S. putter market, highlighting how millions of golfers chase performance through equipment rather than practice.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the importance of empathy in leadership, business, and personal interactions.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights five notable stock movers.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares eight key business stories, including Starbucks’ improving outlook despite sales declines, the Fed’s rate strategy, growing debt issues even among top earners, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares insights on how long-term success often stems from finding a professional environment where you’re happy and can thrive.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the difference a simple daily list can make, sharing how a lack of planning led to a frazzled and unproductive day.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights the importance of key collaborators in business and pays tribute to producer Chanell Bunger.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines UnitedHealthcare’s recent 5% stock drop and its broader 47% year-to-date decline, driven by rising medical loss ratios and a Department of Justice investigation.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses how Novo Nordisk’s once-explosive profits are being challenged by increased market competition and reduced growth forecasts, leading to a sharp stock decline.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights five publicly traded companies experiencing significant downturns, including Novo Nordisk, UnitedHealthcare, Spotify, UPS, and Stellantis.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the dangers of funding a lifestyle with debt and emphasizes the importance of financial discipline.

In this lighthearted episode, Scott Becker shares frustrations from a weekend golf tournament.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares two reflections on capitalism.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares updates on the rebound of major private equity firms after a tough start to the year, with Blackstone and KKR now showing positive gains while Apollo and TPG remain slightly down.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers five key business stories including a potential EU-US tariff deal, Palantir’s remarkable rise, mounting challenges for health insurers, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores 4 key decisions leaders and individuals face regularly: when to double down, pivot, stay the course, or abandon.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a reminder to stop investing time and energy into people or activities that offer nothing in return.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Deckers Outdoor’s 17% stock jump on strong Ugg and Hoka sales, though long-term challenges remain.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Centene’s steep 9% stock drop following disappointing second quarter earnings.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the mounting challenges for UnitedHealthcare, including a Department of Justice investigation into its Medicare Advantage billing and a 50 percent stock drop over the past year.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on Intel’s decline from industry leader to a struggling competitor.

In this lighthearted episode, Scott Becker shares the highs and lows of his recent golf outings.

In this episode, Amber Walsh, Executive Committee Member at McGuireWoods LLP, discusses ideal planning timeframes, the importance of flexibility, and how strong implementation is often the key to long-term success.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights the impressive rise of hims and hers, up 140% YTD, driven by sharp leadership and strategic international expansion.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers Tesla’s recent 6% stock dip following missed revenue and earnings expectations.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Chipotle’s recent decline following the exit of former CEO Brian Niccol, highlighting disappointing earnings, falling sales and traffic, and a sharp drop in stock performance.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares updates on four key stories including Tesla’s revenue miss, Chipotle’s downturn following leadership changes, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares stories that highlight why appearances can be misleading, celebrating highly successful individuals who choose humility, practicality, and authenticity over pretension.

In this episode, Liz Hutson, Principal Consultant and Owner at EGH, LLC, discusses how perceived disadvantages can become powerful assets. She discusses the importance of mindset, creative problem solving, and embracing differences as a path to personal and professional growth.

In this episode, Scott Becker gives a special shout-out to Chanell Bunger, Jeremy Corr, & Grace Lynn Keller of Executive Podcast Solutions.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down sharp gains in Krispy Kreme and GoPro driven more by market speculation than earnings, while Tenet Healthcare faces a stock dip despite strong results and AMEX posts modest gains amid high consumer spending.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses a rare dip in NVIDIA’s stock and a much steeper drop for General Motors.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares updates on three major stories affecting the markets.

In this episode, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods, shares insights on deal activity across the healthcare market, including rising interest in home-based care, behavioral health, and digital health.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the sharp rise in Restoration Hardware’s stock and the contrasting downturn at GM.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the value of being consistently dependable in work and life.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on an unexpected win with Astera Labs stock, emphasizing how sometimes luck plays a bigger role than strategy.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses GM’s 7& stock drop following a 35% decline in operating income last quarter, as the company cites tariffs as a major factor. He also explores whether tariffs are truly to blame or simply a convenient scapegoat for deeper issues.

In this episode Michael Greeley, Co‑Founder and General Partner at Flare Capital, shares how his firm partners with entrepreneurs to reinvent healthcare technology, the rise and fall of digital health and AI waves, and what it takes to build, finance and exit enduring health tech ventures.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares humorous reflections on flying first class, questioning “if you are flying first class and no one that you know walks by you in the first class seat, are you really flying first class?”

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down how ongoing deficit spending by both Democratic and Republican administrations fuels market growth and creates a misleading sense of economic strength.

In this episode, Scott shares insights into the 5 largest US companies by revenue.

This episode covers five key stories including strong year-to-date gains for the S&P and NASDAQ, Stellantis’s $2.7 billion projected loss, Domino’s solid sales growth, and NVIDIA’s rise to the top spot in market capitalization.

In this episode, Scott discusses the tricky situation of Stuart Healthcare’s current bankruptcy.

Today, Scott discusses the increased political and economic tensions on the largest insurance companies in the U.S., including Elevance and UnitedHealth.

Today, Scott discusses the surprise and abrupt announcement of The Colbert Show’s cancellation on Thursday.

Today, Scott shares how Lucid stock went up 36% yesterday on the concept that they will develop self-driving cars with Uber.

This episode goes into the ongoing attacks and pushes against Fed Chairman Powell by President Trump. The current issue is cost overruns at the Fed headquarters.

Scott shares stories he’s following today including The Colbert Show ending, Netflix topping earnings despite a slight stock downturn, and the market hitting record highs this week.

In this episode, Scott breaks down his personal philosophy of the different stages of business in life, and how each translates to his sense of purpose and fulfillment.

Today, Scott breaks down the idea that you must be an entrepreneur to be successful, and how a regular 9-5 or salaried position at an already established company can provide very positive structure, work-life balance, and security while still offering fulfillment and professional success.

Today, Scott shares eight stories worth following, including the producer price index coming in flat after an elevated June consumer price index and Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America all reporting increased earnings today.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights the drive and talent of two rising entrepreneurs, Carson Neely and Brittany Korman, praising their decision to build businesses rooted in professional excellence and entrepreneurial spirit.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the good, the bad, and the ugly of private equity involvement in physician practices, highlighting how margins, debt levels, and compensation structures determine outcomes.

In this episode, Scott shouts out Manav Sevak, Venkat Mocherla, Dr. Andrew Gostine, & Dr. Stephen Klasko.

This episode explores the recent rise in inflation to 2.7 percent in June and the impact it may have on interest rate cuts.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares personal reflections on investment wins and misses.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Starbucks CEO Laxman Narasimhan’s call for corporate staff to return to the office at least four days a week as the company works to revive declining same-store sales and rebuild institutional culture.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a candid review of Blackberry Mountain, praising its stunning setting and exceptional food while highlighting the steep costs and unexpected service charges that made for a mixed luxury resort experience.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the growing strain on the primary care system, arguing that the traditional model led by physicians is being replaced by a triaged approach centered on nurse practitioners and PAs due to workforce shortages and overwhelming patient demand.

In this episode, Scott Becker analyzes the performance of key managed care companies, highlighting Oscar Health’s resilience, UnitedHealthcare’s challenges, and Centene’s steep decline as rising patient acuity strains the industry.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the latest performance of three major EV companies.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares seven top stories in business and finance, including the latest on CPI data, Meta’s AI push, NVIDIA’s continued momentum, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores President Trump’s impulsive decisions and their impact on the markets.

In this episode, Scott shares a personal story about the struggles of eating healthy while on vacation.

In this brief episode, Scott Becker shares the results of a Twitter poll exploring whether it’s too late to invest in NVIDIA.

In this rapid-fire episode, Scott Becker shares 13 key updates including market shifts, the surge in Bitcoin, value-based care skepticism, social media trends, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker poses a timely investment question: with Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Bitcoin trading near all-time highs, is now the moment to double down or hold back? Listeners are invited to weigh in for a chance to win an Amazon gift card.

In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, discusses how a major false claims trial is shaping his focus for the second half of the year.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses a sharp stock rise for Delta, American, and United Airlines, driven by Delta’s emphasis on profitability through premium pricing.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on three key business missteps shared during a keynote fireside chat with NextLevel Exchange in Chicago.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a quick market update, highlighting NVIDIA’s historic $4 trillion valuation, Tesla’s modest rebound despite a rough year, and overall positive movement in the markets amid political noise.

In this episode, Amber Walsh, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, joins Scott Becker to discuss healthcare deal activity in the first half of 2025. She shares insights on rising deal values, sector-specific momentum in tech and biotech, and shifting dynamics in physician specialties and private equity exit strategies.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Intel’s surprising resurgence after years of decline.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down seven key stories in business and private equity, including Walmart’s rising momentum against Amazon, SpaceX’s $400 billion valuation, Meta’s aggressive AI hiring, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker emphasizes the value of simplifying goals and focusing deeply, highlighting how clarity and alignment often lead to better outcomes than chasing constant innovation.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a quick market update highlighting three key stories: flat market performance, SpaceX reaching a $400 billion valuation, and NVIDIA holding steady near a $3.9 trillion market cap.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares reflections on “Take Less. Do More.: Surprising Life Lessons in Generosity, Gratitude, and Curiosity from an Ultralight Backpacker” by Glen Van Pesky.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights Mark Zuckerberg’s bold strategy of hiring top AI talent at premium cost to drive Meta’s resurgence.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the sharp downturn of four major companies over the last 52 weeks, including Stellantis Jeep, Abercrombie & Fitch, Centene, and Moderna.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Meta’s aggressive strategy of recruiting top AI talent like a pro sports team, stock trends from companies like Walmart and Tesla, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the use of the term “RINO” within the Republican Party.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the overwhelming volume of podcasts today and why so many of them struggle to hold attention.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares his thoughts on Elon Musk’s political engagement and its impact on Tesla.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares encouraging signs from the private equity world as major firms like Blackstone and KKR recover some year-to-date losses.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares eight key updates including a market pullback after record highs, Tesla’s political turbulence, and signs of recovery in private equity.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses NVIDIA’s rapid rise toward a $4 trillion valuation, Apple’s modest recovery after early-year declines, and ongoing struggles among major healthcare stocks like Centene and UnitedHealth.

In this episode, Scott shares a lighthearted anecdote about a colleague whose high golf handicap is often questioned despite being accurate.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the latest jobs report and its impact on interest rate expectations.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the ongoing tension between President Trump and Fed Chair Jerome Powell, highlighting Powell’s commitment to fighting inflation through sustained interest rates and the political pushback he faces from Trump.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines how periods of single-party control in Washington often lead to sweeping legislation.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights six major stories including the potential passage of a major tax bill, a surprisingly strong jobs report, rising tensions between President Trump and Chairman Powell, the continued decline of cannabis stocks, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Centene’s 40 percent stock drop following its announcement to stop providing financial guidance.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the razor-thin passage of the new tax bill in the Senate and the high-stakes reconciliation process ahead in the House.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the power of saying no as a way to regain focus, avoid burnout, and become more intentional in both business and life.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the Senate passage of a major tax bill now heading to the House for a high-stakes reconciliation, alongside key updates on Centene’s stock plunge, and more.

In this episode, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods, discusses a slowdown in mid-market activity, increased strategic exits, and regulatory developments shaping the second half of the year.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the brewing legal battle between Lululemon and Costco over alleged product knockoffs.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Restoration Hardware’s 10 percent stock surge.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares how Holly Buckley’s early experiences shaped her into a standout leader known for resilience and determination.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses rising job openings, the Republican tax bill, and Elon Musk’s public clash with Trump over deficits and subsidies.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a personal story of a tough day on the golf course filled with questionable bets.

This episode explores the market performance of companies tied to adult themes.

This episode covers the S&P 500 and NASDAQ reaching record highs, the federal budget bill moving to full Senate debate, and trends in M&A activity.

In this episode, Scott shares nine stories worth following, including Nvidia surpassing Microsoft and Amazon’s gains this month putting them back to nearly even for the year.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the massive $300 million investment in Abridge, a healthcare AI startup led by Dr. Shiv Rao, and what it signals about the renewed enthusiasm from top venture capital firms.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Tesla and it’s stock performance.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses how young professionals are learning that excelling at work takes more than just following instructions.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the importance of thoughtful, conviction-driven investing.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the growing rigidity in political affiliations.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses NVIDIA’s historic rise to a $3.76 trillion market cap and reflects on the challenges of missing out on high-growth stocks.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares powerful principles for navigating life and business.

In this episode, David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, joins Scott Becker to discuss how organizations can respond when a vital team member departs unexpectedly.

In this episode, Scott Becker gives a shout-out to Dr. Shiv Rao and Abridge, an AI-powered ambient listening company easing documentation burdens for clinicians.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the recent gains in Blackstone, Apollo, and KKR stocks despite year-to-date declines.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores five unexpected developments including surging markets.

In this webinar turned podcast, Scott Becker shares key insights from his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the foundational role of great teams, the importance of focusing on niches, and achieving true product-market fit.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down why Uber, Lyft, and even Tesla are seeing major stock gains this year, driven by a future vision of autonomous vehicles with no drivers.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the surprising performance of the Magnificent 7 stocks, highlighting Apple as the worst performer year to date with a 20 percent decline, while Meta leads the group with strong gains and Microsoft holds the highest market cap.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down three key stories: why rideshare stocks like Uber and Lyft are surging despite alarming implications for drivers, Apple’s surprising underperformance among the Magnificent 7, and the increasingly brutal job market facing young white-collar professionals.

This episode features Amber Walsh, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, in a candid conversation about the dangers of overly rigid advice. She shares insights on how self-awareness, confidence, and humility shape the way we give and receive guidance in both career and life.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects humorously on leadership transitions.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the recent wave of layoffs among young professionals in white-collar roles.

This episode covers five key business stories including NVIDIA’s 70 percent revenue jump, Under Armour’s financial challenges, market reactions to Iran tensions, and potential disruptions in the rideshare space.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares insights on how to navigate interactions with entitled individuals in business while maintaining professionalism and composure.