If inflation numbers are improving, the Federal Reserve should be ready to cut interest rates–maybe. Wall Street Journal Chief Economics Correspondent Nick Timiraos, known as the ‘Fed whisperer,’ explains the Fed’s rate cut calculus, including inflation metrics and changes in the labor market. CNBC’s Megan Cassella reports on Capitol Hill’s reaction to President Biden’s rare, unscripted press conference, and EU regulators are taking aim at Elon Musk’s X platform. Plus, the Paris Olympics are just weeks away! Washington University in St. Louis Sports Business Director Patrick Rishe says Americans are ready to bet on everything, from gymnastics to basketball.

Megan Cassella - 7:37

Nick Timiraos - 15:20

Patrick Rishe - 25:15

In this episode:

Nick Timiraos, @NickTimiraos

Megan Cassella, @mmcassella

Melissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBC

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

Inflation slowed in June! The Labor Department released its monthly consumer price index, a measure of costs of goods and services and a key metric for the Federal Reserve. Two economists, Wendy Edelberg of Brookings and Joe Lavorgna of SMBC Nikko Securities America, discuss what the better-than-expected numbers mean for the Fed’s next interest rate cut. Head of Bank of America Institute Liz Everett Krisberg shares Bank of America’s latest consumer checkpoint, which reveals a softening in credit card spending. Plus, it’s a pivotal week for Democrats, whether they’re supporting President Biden’s bid for a second term, or not. Consistent backer Senator John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania) discusses division in his party, as well as the Biden 2024 campaign. Plus, Apple reached a deal with EU regulators on its mobile payments network, and North American demand for Pepsi products has slowed down.

Sen. John Fetterman - 15:41

Liz Everett Krisberg - 28:25

Wendy Edelberg & Joe Lavorgna - 35:43

In this episode:

Sen. John Fetterman, @SenFettermanPA

Kelly Evans, @KellyCNBC

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

In the AI arms race, some tech giants are teaming up: OpenAI is training on servers that Microsoft rents from Oracle, but Elon Musk is going at it alone. Founder and editor-in-chief of The Information Jessica Lessin explains the strange bedfellows in AI. CNBC’s Emily Wilkins reports on the latest fault lines in the Democratic Party, and Politico’s Politics Bureau Chief Jonathan Martin discusses the many variables deciding President Biden’s next step in the 2024 race. Plus, Amazon is out with its latest processor, venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz is angling for more AI deals, and CNBC’s Sharon Epperson explains how retirement planning differs between Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z.

Jonathan Martin - 22:16

Jessica Lessin - 30:47

In this episode:

Jonathan Martin, @jmart

Jessica Lessin, @Jessicalessin

Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkins

Melissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBC

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

Senator Tim Scott (R-South Carolina) is in the running for Donald Trump’s VP; he discusses the 2024 Presidential race and the GOP’s strategy while Democrats and President Biden stay in mainstream headlines. In DC, CNBC’s Emily Wilkins reports on the ongoing debates within the Democratic Party. After Hurricane Beryl made landfall in Texas, millions were without power and three had died. Plus, Athletic Brewing is the top non-alcoholic beer in the country. Co-founder and CEO Bill Shufelt explains the cultural wave of sober-curious drinkers.

Sen. Tim Scott 15:11

Bill Shufelt 27:15

In this episode:

Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkins

Tim Scott, @SenatorTimScott

Melissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBC

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

It’s a pivotal week for President Joe Biden, as calls for him to step aside mount within the Democratic Party. Biden says he will not back down, and Axios’s Mike Allen says, the lawmaker conversations behind closed doors are more drastic than those making the headlines. After two deadly crashes and multiple quality control issues, Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge that makes the aerospace giant a felon. Paramount Global and Skydance will merge–unless Paramount can find another suitor in the next 45 days, and CNBC’s Steve Kovach explains the EU’s regulatory agenda for big tech. Plus, shares of Corning Glass are soaring. In a rare interview, CEO Wendell Weeks explains how a 173-year-old glass company went from making light bulbs to riding the AI and cloud computing wave.

Mike Allen - 14:46

Wendell Weeks - 26:18

In this episode:

Mike Allen, @mikeallen

Becky Quick,@BeckyQuick

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

After a landslide win for the Labour Party in the UK, Sky News anchor and former CNBC anchor Wilfred Frost explains Keir Starmer’s support, his policies, and the future of the nation’s economy. Here in the US, Democrats are debating the results of the Presidential debate, including whether President Biden should step aside. CNBC’s Megan Cassella reports on the high stakes for President Biden’s TV interview on Friday, and author and professor Adam Grant explains the psychology at play, both for Biden and for the Democratic Party. Friday marks a deadline for Boeing to either plead guilty or go to trial against the Department of Justice over the deadly crashes of 2018 and 2019 and the quality mishaps in subsequent years. Former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz considers the costs of each decision, as well as the state of the travel industry at large. Plus, the June jobs report is out–and it’s a set of conflicting labor metrics to inform the Federal Reserve’s next policy decision.

Wilfred Frost - 2:24

Megan Cassella -13:58

Adam Grant - 17:50

Oscar Munoz 27:31

In this episode:

Wilfred Frost, @WilfredFrost

Adam Grant, @AdamMGrant

Megan Cassella, @mmcassella

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

Ahead of the July 4th holiday, Kayak CEO Steve Hafner says this summer is a good time to fly, as demand has not kept up with flight supply. As America celebrates its 248th year of independence, CNBC’s Jon Fortt considers the state of the American Dream for this generation. Plus, the week’s top headlines in business and politics: Paramount’s hunt for a partner, Eli Lilly’s big Alzheimer’s drug approval, and President Biden’s support among Democrats. Happy 4th!

Megan Cassella 6:26

Phil Lebeau - 15:32

Steve Hafner - 20:12

Jon Fortt - 24:42

In this episode:

Megan Cassella, @mmcassella

Jon Fortt, @jonfortt

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie

The Supreme Court has ruled that former President Donald Trump is immune from criminal prosecution for official acts as president, sparking a debate about Presidential immunity and accountability. The Anti-Defamation League has sued Iran, Syria, and North Korea, aiming to hold them accountable for supporting Hamas in its October 7th attacks against Israel. CEO and National Director Jonathan Greenblatt explains why he’s seeking financial compensation for over 125 plaintiffs. The Department of Energy is releasing 1 million barrels of gasoline to lower pump prices before the July 4th holiday. And ahead of that holiday, author and immersive journalist A.J. Jacobs wrote “The Year of Living Constitutionally” about his year living as closely as possible to the Constitution’s guidelines. He explains what he learned using a quill pen and adhering to 18th century norms for a year.

Jonathan Greenblatt - 15:42

A.J. Jacobs - 23:35

In this episode:

Becky Quick,@BeckyQuick

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie