Squawk Pod

Robert F. Smith, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners discusses his role working with the White House on the roll-out of PPP, and how to get the loans in the hands of the most in need, including minority-owned small businesses. Plus, Restaurateur Cameron Mitchell, founder and CEO of Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, discusses adapting to the “new normal” as businesses reopen. Cameron Mitchell operates over 30 restaurants across 12 states. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen to CNBC's special report on how the novel Coronavirus outbreak is spreading in the United States, and how it's continuing to hit stock markets around the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“That’s not the capitalist system!” Apparent Democratic nominee Joe Biden discusses economic routes to American recovery, his tax proposals, taking a stance on China, and winning the progressive vote in November. Plus, Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin share their post-game analysis of the interview.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen to CNBC's special report on how the novel Coronavirus outbreak is spreading in the United States, and how it's continuing to hit stock markets around the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New Jersey is reopening its beaches just in time for Memorial Day Weekend. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy explains his state’s strategy for getting back to business as the pandemic wages on. Plus Coca-Cola sales shrunk as restaurants, offices, and other away from home channels closed their doors. CEO James Quincey shares how Coca-Cola is attempting to make up for the lost business, and how he’s gauging consumer trends during the pandemic and beyond. Plus, how are you looking after your hair...and your home in isolation? The Squawk team reveals their methods for working from home, from Mr. Vacuum and Mr. Laundry to at-home hairdressing.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen to CNBC's special report on how the novel Coronavirus outbreak is spreading in the United States, and how it's continuing to hit stock markets around the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doug McMillon, CEO of America’s largest brick-and-mortar retailer and one of the country’s biggest employers, discusses his company’s efforts to support Walmart’s current associates while simultaneously making 200,000 new hires during the pandemic. As Chairman of the Business Roundtable, McMillon outlines his view of corporate responsibility in a global crisis. Plus, first reports are rarely right. And even if they are, there’s usually more to the story. Joe, Becky, and Andrew discuss the value in providing context behind the day’s headlines.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen to CNBC's special report on how the novel Coronavirus outbreak is spreading in the United States, and how it's continuing to hit stock markets around the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBA legend and entrepreneur Magic Johnson has teamed up with MBE Capital Partners CEO Rafael Martinez to deploy $100 million to fund loans for minority- and women-owned small businesses hit by the Covid-19 shutdowns. Melvin Rodrigue, CEO of New Orleans iconic restaurant Galatoire’s, joined industry leaders at the White House for a meeting about the administration’s Paycheck Protection Program. He discusses what he and his fellow restaurateurs need to keep serving their customers--and their employees--after the pandemic. Plus, real estate magnate and hospitality CEO Barry Sternlicht is calling for U.S. businesses to reopen as long as they comply with health recommendations. As it is, he says, America’s Main Streets will never look the same.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen to CNBC's special report on how the novel Coronavirus outbreak is spreading in the United States, and how it's continuing to hit stock markets around the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.