Steven Rattner
Investor and contributing New York Times columnist who served as counselor to the Treasury secretary and led the team that rescued the U.S. auto industry in 2008–2009, bringing expertise on industrial policy and economic competition with China.
Top 3 podcasts with Steven Rattner
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Oct 3, 2025 • 48min
Economy of Tomorrow
Steven Rattner, a seasoned investor and CEO of Willett Advisors, shares insights on the U.S. labor market and the impact of AI on hiring trends. He discusses how monetary policy and tariffs influence the auto industry amid global competition. Ford CEO Jim Farley delves into the 'essential economy,' shedding light on the skilled labor shortage and the role of AI in increasing productivity. Daniel Nadler, founder of Open Evidence, explains how AI helps doctors manage the overwhelming amount of medical research, aiming to improve patient care.
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Dec 26, 2025 • 48min
Fan Favorite: Rattner’s trip to China, Nepal’s Gen-Z Uprising, Capitalism 4.0, Small Business Succession
Steven Rattner, an investment adviser at Willett Advisors, shares insights on China's booming innovation amidst consumer struggles, cautioning that U.S. trade policies may not respond effectively. He suggests the focus should be on domestic improvements. The conversation shifts to Nepal, where Gen Z's viral social media posts ignited major protests against inequality. The discussion also explores the evolution of capitalism and the challenges posed by impending small business successions as baby boomers retire, highlighting both opportunities and risks.
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Feb 23, 2026 • 48min
China Is Winning. How Can the U.S. Catch Up?
Steven Rattner, investor and former Treasury counselor who led the 2008–09 auto rescue, shares views on U.S.–China competition. He discusses China’s rapid gains in biotech, AI, and EV manufacturing. Rattner lays out ideas for a coherent industrial policy, a national development corporation, streamlined permitting, stronger executive action, and rebuilding America’s engineering ecosystem.
