This Pivot podcast episode features a conversation between hosts Kara Swisher and Scott Galloway and guest Reid Hoffman, focusing on AI, particularly the emergence of DeepSeek and its implications. The discussion begins with a somber acknowledgment of a recent air tragedy before diving into Hoffman's optimistic outlook on AI's potential benefits while acknowledging risks. The panel then debates the competitive landscape of AI, the impact of DeepSeek, and the potential for a more dispersed distribution of AI-driven value. Finally, they discuss political issues, including the Trump administration's actions and the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS Secretary, highlighting concerns about Kennedy's anti-vaccine stance. Hoffman's investment in AI-driven cancer research is contrasted with Kennedy's views, emphasizing the potential human cost of his policies.
