
UBS On-Air: In the Now
Business & Economics Podcasts
UBS On-Air: In the Now examines the events shaping our world as they unfold, with insight and discussions you may not find anywhere else
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United States
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UBS On-Air: In the Now examines the events shaping our world as they unfold, with insight and discussions you may not find anywhere else
Language:
English
Episodes
Washington Weekly Podcast: Tariff developments, Budget resolution & more
4/10/2025
As US trade policy continues to evolve quickly, Shane drops by to update us on the latest, and what the near-term may consist of with respect to negotiations. We also discuss progress around the budget resolution up on Capitol Hill, and recap Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s White House visit earlier this week. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:13:34
Washington Weekly Podcast: Latest on tariffs, Signal, Geopolitics roundup
3/31/2025
Shane recaps this week’s developments surrounding auto tariffs and previews potential additional tariff-related announcements set for next week. We also discuss the aftermath of this week’s Signal leak, and provide updates on the Russia-Ukraine war, and the Israel-Hamas war. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:15:50
Washington Weekly Podcast: Latest on Gov’t funding, Tariffs, Ukraine, CHIPS Act
3/13/2025
With the government funding deadline just hours away, Shane outlines what the proposed continuing resolution consists of, and updates on where negotiations stand. Plus, an inventory of US imposed tariffs, along with retaliatory measures by trading partners. We also check in on progress of a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire agreement and speak to the likelihood of a CHIPS Act reversal. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisors, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:14:48
Washington Weekly Podcast: Trade policy, Ukraine, Government funding
3/4/2025
We cover a wide range of timely topics, including tariffs and US trade policy, efforts for a Russia-Ukraine peace agreement, along with US government funding and budgetary efforts. Plus, a preview of President Trump’s address to Congress. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:15:17
Washington Weekly Podcast: Capitol Hill & Geopolitics roundup
2/21/2025
Against the backdrop of a potential shutdown of the US government next month, Shane updates us on a range of priorities being addressed by Congress. We also update on the status of remaining cabinet-level confirmation hearings, along with ongoing negotiations for a Russia-Ukraine war resolution. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisors, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:14:03
Washington Weekly Podcast: Tarriff timetable, Cabinet hearings, Week one recap
1/27/2025
Following what has been a busy first week in office for President Trump, Shane recaps some of the notable executive actions, developments, and travel. Plus, we update on the progress of cabinet hearings and confirmations, along with preview what a timeline for tariffs could like in the coming days and weeks. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Government Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:11:23
Washington Weekly Podcast: First 100 days, Legislative agenda, President Carter
1/7/2025
We kick-off 2025 by previewing President-elect Trump’s first 100 days in office, along with the legislative focuses and priorities of Congress in the months ahead. Plus, reflections on the life and legacy of late President Jimmy Carter. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisors, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:10:38
Washington Weekly Podcast: Government funding, Syria, 2025 Congressional priorities
12/17/2024
For the final episode of 2024, Shane shares the latest on government funding negotiations, along with other year-end legislative priorities of Congress. We also touch on recent developments within Syria, along with highlight some notable priorities of Congress in the new year. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisors, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:15:52
Washington Weekly Podcast: Government Funding, Farm Bill, Cabinet picks, & more
12/5/2024
In this episode, Shane updates on several key legislative priorities of Congress before year-end, including a government funding bill, a Farm bill, and the National Defense Authorization Act. We also take inventory of President-elect Trump’s cabinet nominees, and the prospects for confirmations in early 2025. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Government Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:12:51
Washington Weekly Podcast: Cabinet nominations, DC visit, Congressional makeup
11/14/2024
We recap President-elect Trump’s visit to Washington DC (including his White House meeting with President Biden), along with review the known staff picks and cabinet nominations of the incoming Trump administration. Plus, a look at incoming Congressional leadership, and a review of the Congressional agenda priorities between now and year end. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:14:08
Washington Weekly Podcast: A look at polling and the campaign trail
10/30/2024
With Election Day just days away, Shane drops by to update on what swing state polling is pointing to, and how the Presidential candidates are spending their final days on the campaign trail. Plus, an update on developments as it relates to Israel and Iran. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:09:30
Washington Weekly Podcast: Hurricane relief, Middle East tensions, Decision 2024
10/14/2024
Our conversation updates on relief and recovery efforts for hurricane-impacted states, recent developments surrounding growing tensions across the Middle East, and what key swing state polling is pointing to with Election Day just a few weeks away. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:13:29
Washington Weekly Podcast: UN General Assembly, Government funding, Decision 2024
9/27/2024
We close out a busy week by recapping the annual UN General Assembly in New York, how an agreement was reached to avoid a shutdown of the US government, along with a look at the latest developments on the Presidential campaign trail. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisors, Governmental Affair US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:13:27
Washington Weekly Podcast: Post-debate polling, China legislation, Government funding
9/16/2024
We begin by updating on the second assassination attempt of former President Trump, and where that investigation stands. We also discuss where negotiations stand as it relates a government funding bill, bipartisan legislative initiatives aimed at China, along with a look at the polls a week out from the recent Presidential debate. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:13:13
Washington Weekly Podcast: Legislative agenda, Decision 2024 update
9/4/2024
As Congress returns from summer recess, and the race for the White House heats up, Shane drops by to outline legislative priorities over the next few weeks, along with updates as to where polling for the White House and key Congressional races currently stands. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:12:35
Washington Weekly Podcast: SCOTUS reform, Fentanyl curbing, Geopolitics
8/2/2024
On this week’s episode we examine President Biden’s proposed reforms from the US Supreme Court, along with an initiative from the White House the curb the flow of fentanyl into the US. We also spend time on the regional implications of recent escalations related to the Israel-Hamas War. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisors, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:10:34
Washington Weekly Podcast: What’s next for President Biden and the Democratic Party?
7/25/2024
In the wake of Sunday’s announcement from President Biden, Shane outlines what comes next for the Democratic Party and the 2024 election cycle, including what the ticket could look like in the weeks ahead, and the role President Biden will play on the campaign trail. We also examine how the GOP has been responding to the events of the past week, and recap Monday’s Congressional testimony involving former US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisors, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:12:48
Washington Weekly Podcast: RNC takeaways, Assassination investigation, Sen. Menendez
7/19/2024
After an eventful week in Milwaukee Wisconsin, Shane recaps the RNC events and speeches. We also spend time discussing what comes next in the investigation into the assassination attempt of former President Trump. Plus, thoughts on the conviction of NJ Senator Bob Menendez. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisors, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:13:02
Washington Weekly Podcast: RNC preview, Polling update, NATO Summit
7/11/2024
With the Republican National Convention set to commence, we preview the themes that will be covered, along with a look at potential VP picks. We also take a pulse on swing state polling in the aftermath of the first Presidential debate, and touch on calls for President Biden to step down from the ticket. Plus, thoughts on this week’s NATO Summit in Washington DC. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:13:55
Washington Weekly Podcast: Presidential Debate preview, Latest polling
6/27/2024
For this week, Shane previews the highly anticipated debate between President Biden, and former-President Trump, including a review of the rules and conditions. We also spend time reviewing likely areas of focus and the issues on the minds of the American voter. Plus, examine what the latest national and swing-state polling is pointing to. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Senior Governmental Affairs Advisor, Governmental Affairs US. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Duration:00:09:21