Podcast Summary: Odd Lots – Introducing: Bloomberg This Weekend
Host: Bloomberg
Air Date: March 1, 2026
Episode Overview
This episode of Odd Lots serves as an introduction to "Bloomberg This Weekend," a new Bloomberg program designed to keep listeners and viewers informed about the latest in finance, markets, business, and culture, even on weekends. Hosts David Gura, Christina Raffini, and Lisa Mateo share what listeners can expect, highlighting the show's focus on deep analysis, contextual recaps, and insightful interviews designed to keep audiences up to speed and prepared for the week ahead.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Keeping Up with News on Weekends
- The hosts emphasize that "the news doesn’t stop on the weekends" (A, 00:01), stressing the importance of being informed beyond the traditional weekday cycle.
- Bloomberg positions itself as the go-to resource for real-time updates as "context changes constantly" (B, 00:03).
2. Show Format and Offerings
- The new program, "Bloomberg This Weekend," airs every Saturday and Sunday (A, 00:08).
- The show promises the following:
- Latest headlines
- In-depth analysis
- Major interviews (C, 00:13)
3. Content Scope
- The show covers not only market and world events but also stories that "hit home on your days off," expanding the definition of business news to include lifestyle, people, and culture (B and C, 00:18).
- The team aims to provide "thoughtful, enlightening conversations" (B, 00:18).
4. Weekend Structure
- Saturdays: Recap and contextualization of the past week's events, particularly in the markets and world news (A, 00:28).
- Sundays: In-depth interviews with journalists, columnists, and key political figures, designed to "prepare you for the week ahead" (C and B, 00:35–00:39).
5. Accessibility
- The hosts list multiple ways to access the program:
- Bloomberg Television
- Bloomberg Radio
- Bloomberg Business app (live stream)
- Podcast format (A, C, 00:45–00:52)
- Show starts at 7am Eastern every Saturday and Sunday (C, 00:52).
Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments
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"The news doesn't stop on the weekends."
— David Gura (A), 00:01
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"Context changes constantly, and now Bloomberg is the place to stay on top of it all."
— Lisa Mateo (B), 00:03
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"We'll bring you the latest headlines, in-depth analysis, and big interviews."
— Christina Raffini (C), 00:13
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"All the stories that hit home on your days off... about business, lifestyle, people, and culture."
— Lisa Mateo (B), 00:18
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"On Saturday mornings, we put the past week's events into context, examining what happened in the markets and the world."
— David Gura (A), 00:28
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"Then on Sundays, we speak with journalists, columnists, and key political figures to prepare you for the week ahead."
— Christina Raffini (C), 00:35–00:39
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"Watch us on Bloomberg Television, listen on Bloomberg Radio, stream the show live on the Bloomberg Business app, or listen to the podcast."
— David Gura (A), 00:45
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"Make us part of your weekend routine on Bloomberg Television, Radio, and wherever you get your podcasts."
— Lisa Mateo (B), 00:57
Timestamps for Important Segments
- 00:01 – 00:08: Show’s mission and need for weekend news coverage
- 00:13 – 00:18: Program content outline – headlines, analysis, interviews
- 00:28 – 00:39: Breakdown of Saturday (recap) vs Sunday (interviews/prep) shows
- 00:45 – 00:57: Ways to access the show and encouragement to join in
Tone and Style
With an upbeat, approachable, and informative tone, the hosts make a strong case for integrating Bloomberg into the weekend information routine. The pitch is direct and practical, emphasizing the show as a comprehensive source for staying informed in a fast-changing world.
Summary:
This special Odd Lots episode presents the launch of Bloomberg This Weekend—a program designed to provide comprehensive, insightful coverage of the week’s most important developments and prepare listeners for the days ahead. Covering business, markets, and culture, and accessible across platforms, the show aims to be a staple for anyone wanting to stay ahead, even during their downtime.
