Charlie Scharf

Wells Fargo Chairman and CEO Charlie Scharf says the independence of the Federal Reserve is "critically important" to the the US financial system, even as presidents weigh in on policy. In this wide-ranging interview, Scharf discusses the state of US economy amid tensions with Iran, as well as the risks and opportunities in private credit and AI. Scharf is on this week's episode of "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations." This interview was recorded April 20 at the Economic Club of Washington DC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nik Storonsky, CEO of Revolut, built one of the world's most valuable fintech companies -- now worth around $75 billion. In this interview, he explains how a simple idea -- eliminating hidden foreign exchange fees -- turned Revolut into a global digital bank offering payments, trading, crypto, and business banking in one app.In this episode of The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations, Storonsky discusses Revolut’s growth, the future of fintech, plans for US expansion, and whether an IPO is coming. This interview was recorded April 14 at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington DC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves sits down with David Rubenstein for a wide-ranging conversation on the UK's economic outlook, including her efforts to repair public finances. She makes the case for Britain as a global hub for business and talent, highlighting plans to keep high-growth companies rooted in the UK and emphasizing the importance of central bank independence. This interview was recorded January 21 at the World Economic Forum in Davos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Allaire, Co-Founder, CEO and Chairman of Circle which operates the world’s largest regulated stablecoin network, sits down with David Rubenstein to discuss the company’s IPO last year, his long-term vision for Circle, and the role of artificial intelligence in the labor market. He’s on this week’s episode of “The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations.” This interview was recorded January 15 at the Economic Club of Washington, DC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former US Vice President Al Gore discusses the accelerating climate crisis, the global energy transition and the economic case for renewables in a wide-ranging conversation with David Rubenstein at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Gore reflects on extreme weather events, climate migration and the risk of “negative tipping points,” while arguing that solar and wind power are rapidly transforming global electricity generation. He appears on this week's episode of The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations. This interview was recorded January 20 at the World Economic Forum in Davos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World-renowned celebrity makeup artist, entrepreneur and author Bobbi Brown discusses her journey from selling lipsticks out of her garage to selling her company to Estee Lauder in 1995 - a deal that included a 25-year non-compete. She also talks about the evolution of the cosmetics industry, the impact of social media influencers and what it's like to reinvent herself in her 60s by launching Jones Road Beauty from scratch. She's on this week's episode of "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations." This interview was recorded December 16 in Montclair, N.J.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former US Vice President Mike Pence looks back on the events of January 6, his final days in office with President Trump and his vision for the future of the Republican Party. In a wide-ranging conversation with David Rubenstein, Pence also discusses Venezuela, the potential acquisition of Greenland and Fed independence. He appears on this week's episode of The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations. This interview was recorded January 16 in Washington DC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mahindra Group is an Indian multinational conglomerate that operates across more than 20 industries and covers roughly 70% of India's GDP. It has a presence in aerospace, agriculture, defence, IT services and real estate. CEO Anish Shah is the first non-family member to serve as group CEO since the company's inception in 1945. In this wide-ranging conversation, Shah sits down with David Rubenstein to discuss Mahindra's evolution, India's economic trajectory, geopolitics and Shah's leadership journey. He's on this week's episode of "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations." This interview was recorded September 2 in New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JPMorgan Chase Chairman & CEO Jamie Dimon said he would not consider being Federal Reserve Chair, stating there is "no chance, no way, no how" he would take the role. He also warned that chipping away at the Fed's independence could lead to higher inflation and interest rates over time. Dimon is on this week's episode of "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations." This interview was recorded January 15 at the US Chamber of Commerce's "State of American Business" event in Washington DC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Browder, founder and CEO of Hermitage Capital Management explains how he became one of Vladimir Putin's most wanted critics - and why his fight put his life at risk. He discusses his rise as the largest foreign investor in Russia during the 1990s privatization boom and how exposing corruption among oligarchs and state officials led to his expulsion from Russia. Browder also reflects on his role in the creation of the Magnitsky Act and its global expansion. He appears on this week's episode of The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations. This interview was recorded June 4 in Berlin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.