Scott Besant
Mentioned in 25 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
U.S. Treasury Secretary serving in the Trump administration as of early 2026. Frequently appears in news and political podcasts discussing economic policy matters including tariffs, tax refunds, trade negotiations, and Federal Reserve relations. Notable for his handling of controversial issues including congressional requests for financial records and administration legal disputes.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Apr 16, 2026
Charline Gasparino, Fox Business, On Markets | 4-16-26
“Highlighted tax return increases and withholding adjustment recommendations on tax day”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Apr 16, 2026
4/16/26: Hegseth Says US Reloading For Iran, Saudi LIV Golf Collapse, Corporate Price Gouging
“Threatened Chinese banks with sanctions over Iranian money flows; moved goalposts on gas price targets”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 2 of NMN, Fraud + Americana & Iran
“Discussed freezing Iranian assets in Gulf nation bank accounts following Iranian attacks”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Apr 15, 2026
The O'Reilly Update, April 15, 2026
“Advancing executive order requiring banks to collect citizenship information for immigration enforcement”
Marketplace All-in-One · Apr 15, 2026
Tariff refunds are coming
“Stated new tariffs could be implemented by summer and import taxes could return to previous levels by July”
Marketplace Morning Report · Apr 15, 2026
Tariff refunds are coming
“Stated new tariffs could be implemented by summer with import taxes returning to previous levels by July”
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 11, 2026
Episode 5290: What The War In Iran Means Globally; Taiwan's Opposition Leaders Meet With China
“Mentioned as focused on revenue growth and deficit reduction strategy”
Pod Save America · Mar 24, 2026
TACO Tuesday in Tehran
“Defended $14 billion oil sanction lift using jujitsu metaphor, struggled to justify war funding request”
Economist Podcasts · Mar 23, 2026
From bad to awful: Trump’s four options in Iran
“Advocated for escalation strategy to de-escalate Iran conflict”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 22, 2026
Episode 5237: War With Iran Enters Fourth Week Cont.
“Discusses military campaign objectives, Iranian capability degradation, and Strait of Hormuz fortifications”
Letters from an American · Mar 14, 2026
Administration Prosecutes Iran War Without a Plan
“Justified lifting Russian oil sanctions as necessary to ease global oil prices”
Global News Podcast · Mar 6, 2026
US and Israel 'moving to next phase' of war with Iran
“US Treasury Secretary implementing temporary easing of Russian oil embargo to stabilize global oil markets”
Letters from an American · Mar 1, 2026
February 27, 2026
“Treasury Secretary refusing to produce Epstein financial records to Senate Finance Committee despite congressional requests.”
Economist Podcasts · Feb 23, 2026
When the levy brakes: Trump’s tariffs struck down
“Treasury Secretary discussing difficulties of tariff refund process”
Letters from an American · Feb 21, 2026
February 20, 2026
“Treasury Secretary who stated American people won't see refunds from illegal tariff revenue”
Letters from an American · Feb 17, 2026
February 16, 2026
“Treasury Secretary who stated he will write whatever check he is told to cut regarding Trump's IRS lawsuit”
The World and Everything In It · Feb 9, 2026
2.9.26 Sovereign immunity and corporate state agencies, the Dow hits a milestone, and the example of Dietrich Bonhoeffer
“Treasury Secretary defending administration economic policies and warning against zero-risk financial system engineering”
The Chris Plante Show · Feb 5, 2026
2-5-26 Hour 2 - Trump says our Military Men look like Tom Cruise but Bigger
“Testified before Congress on fiscal policy; faced aggressive questioning from Democratic lawmakers”
The Jimmy Dore Show · Feb 2, 2026
Bill Maher's INSANE Idea For Trump To Win Nobel Peace Prize! w/ Dave Smith
“Characterized as out-of-touch billionaire describing 5-12 home ownership as 'mom and pop' investment”
NPR News Now · Jan 29, 2026
NPR News: 01-29-2026 3AM EST
“Treasury Secretary warning Canada against picking trade fights ahead of USMCA review”
NPR News Now · Jan 28, 2026
NPR News: 01-27-2026 7PM EST
“U.S. Treasury Secretary claiming Carney walked back trade diversification comments”
Sekulow · Jan 21, 2026
EXPOSED: Newsom Delivers Disturbing Attack Against Trump
“Criticizing Newsom's economic knowledge and hypocrisy regarding lockdown policies and French Laundry dining”
The Al Franken Podcast · Jan 18, 2026
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on ICE in Minnesota
“Treasury Secretary opposing Trump's pressure on Federal Reserve for lower interest rates”
The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 15, 2026
Sam Stein: Trump Is Trying to Instigate Unrest
“Treasury Secretary ranked among worst cabinet performers”
The Journal. · Jan 13, 2026
Why is the Fed Chair Facing a Criminal Investigation?
“Treasury Secretary who called President Sunday night warning investigation could impact markets and confirmations”