Scott Besson
Mentioned in 13 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Treasury Secretary who has been a prominent figure in discussions of the Trump administration's economic policies, including tariff strategy and labor market data. Mentioned across political podcasts for roles in analyzing employment statistics, implementing federal financial accountability measures to reduce improper payments, and addressing broader economic policy decisions.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · May 8, 2026
Elon's Anthropic Deal, The Next AI Monopoly?, "FDA for AI" Panic, Trading the AI Boom
“Discussed balance between AI innovation and safety; emphasized government coordination with industry on cyber threats”
The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis · May 5, 2026
Why OpenAI and Anthropic Are Becoming Consultants
“Took over AI portfolio after Sachs departure; lacks tech industry experience”
The Indicator from Planet Money · Apr 30, 2026
The UAE wants a dollar lifeline
“Announced multiple countries requesting currency swap lines from the U.S.”
The President's Daily Brief · Apr 29, 2026
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 29th, 2026: Russian Politician Says Country Could Be Heading Toward Revolution & US Heaps More Sanctions On Iran
“Warned that Iran's shadow banking system funds armed forces and regional destabilization; announced sanctions on 35 entities”
Bloomberg Surveillance · Apr 28, 2026
Bloomberg Surveillance TV: April 28th, 2026
“Mentioned as stating U.S. blockade is forcing Iran's oil industry shutdown and gasoline shortages”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 17, 2026
Hormuz Confusion Grows — Trump Digs in on Blockade as Iran Calls the Shots
“Dismissed consumer sentiment concerns about affordability; claimed consumers feel better despite survey data showing lowest confidence in recorded history”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 16, 2026
She Knows Her Way Around A Pack Of Marlboros
“Leading Operation Economic Fury to maximize economic pressure on Iran”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 1 of NMN, Taxes + AI After Death + Crazy Leftists
“Discussed tax season success, refund trends, withholding strategy changes, and gas price recovery timeline”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 11, 2026
Episode 5206: Iran Continues To Lay Mines In The Strait Of Hormuz; AI Exceeds Cognitive Versatility
“Referenced for breaking Iranian currency, triggering previous popular uprising against regime”
Marketplace Morning Report · Feb 23, 2026
Trump dusts off obscure legal authority for new tariffs
“Treasury Secretary stating administration will likely impose additional tariffs under more commonly used authorities”
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show · Feb 13, 2026
Hour 1 - Trump's Economic Victory Lap
“Treasury Secretary providing jobs data analysis; noted private sector growth (170,000+) and government job reduction (40,000+) statistics”
Ruthless Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
Why do liberals ruin everything? - Olympic Athletes Trash America, the Bad Bunny Super Bowl Train Wreck
“Treasury Secretary, mentioned in context of Democratic candidate concerns”
Right to the Point · Jan 12, 2026
#28 - The Art of Not Spending Money You Don't Have
“Official cited for identifying hundreds of billions in improper federal payments and duplicate agency billing”