Pivot

Trump Bullies Allies, Powell Stays Put, and Kalshi Faces Criminal Charges

Billionaire Campaign Spending, Apple's Budget Gamble, and Hegseth vs. CNN

Iran War Oil Shock, Anthropic Sues, and Market Wipeout Warning

Resist and Unsubscribe with Gov. Tim Walz

The podcast episode centers on political resistance and societal issues, particularly in the context of Minnesota. It features Governor Tim Walz, who discusses accountability for Kristi Noem's actions and the importance of local leadership. The hosts analyze Target's response to ICE controversies, criticizing the CEO's...

Noem Out, Iran War “Far From Over,” and Talarico’s Win

The episode analyzes the political landscape, focusing on the implications of Trump's actions and the emerging dynamics within both the Republican and Democratic parties. The discussion covers the firing of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, suggesting it reflects Trump's self-serving management style and potenti...

Iran War: Trump's Endgame, Economic Fallout, and Polymarket Profiteering

Paramount Wins Warner Bros. Bid, Anthropic vs. Pentagon, and AI Doomsday Memo

The co-hosted podcast episode navigates through current events and business trends, opening with Scott Galloway's "Resist and Unsubscribe" initiative and their upcoming live show in Minneapolis to support the city. The discussion spans Trump's State of the Union address, critiquing its lack of substance, and proposes a...

Tariff Turmoil, Trump's Netflix Threat, and SOTU Predictions

The podcast navigates several pressing issues, starting with the escalating cartel violence in Mexico and its impact on tourism and governance. The discussion shifts to potential strategies for the "Resist and Unsubscribe" movement against Big Tech, including consolidating efforts and focusing on specific targets. Trum...

Andrew Arrest Fallout, Colbert Calls BS, Zuck Pushes Back

Jane Fonda on How to Turn Rage Into Hope: On with Kara Swisher

Google Nest's Surveillance Secret, Bondi's Epstein Meltdown, Meta & YouTube in Court

The podcast examines the repercussions of unsubscribing from tech platforms, highlighting the economic impact of individual choices and the potential for broader market corrections. It also delves into Attorney General Pam Bondi's controversial congressional testimony regarding the Epstein files, scrutinizing her focus...

AI Spending Spree, Crypto Winter, and Kara's Message to Jeff Bezos

The co-hosts dissect Super Bowl ads, spotlighting AI's dominance and drawing parallels to past tech bubble bursts. They transition to discussing crypto's downturn, with Bitcoin's volatility and potential buying opportunities. The conversation shifts to Amazon's massive AI spending and its implications for the economy, ...

How did Heated Rivalry’s Producers Make Their Massive Hit?

AI Faceoffs at the Super Bowl, Bob Iger's Heir Apparent, and WaPo's Brutal Cuts

Epstein Files Fallout, Trump's Fed Chair Pick, and Musk Merger

The co-hosts dissect recent Epstein file releases, debating the culpability of figures named and the spectrum from criminal behavior to poor judgment. They then pivot to Trump's pick for Fed chair, assessing Kevin Walsh's qualifications and potential resistance to political pressure. The conversation shifts to Elon Mus...

Economic Protests, Social Media on Trial, and Big Tech Earnings

The Cost of Corporate Silence on ICE, Trump's Health, and TikTok USA

The silence of business leaders regarding the situation in Minnesota is examined, with Anthony Scaramucci as the guest. Scaramucci suggests Trump's team aimed to exploit the situation in Minnesota for media exposure in the culture war, but it backfired. He argues business leaders are hesitant to publicly criticize Trum...

Is Alex Pretti Shooting a Turning Point?

Davos Drama, DOGE's Social Security Scandal, and Netflix Goes All-Cash for Warner Bros

Davos and American politics dominate this Pivot episode, with Scott Galloway reporting live from the World Economic Forum. He describes a shift from the optimism of the late 90s to a present-day vibe of AI hype, American coercion, and general unease. Kara Swisher critiques the arrogance of the U.S. administration, whil...

Betting on Reality with Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour: ACCESS

The conversation explores the rise of storytelling in tech, contrasting it with traditional journalism, and examines X's (formerly Twitter) efforts to lure back journalists. Alex and Ellis interview Tarek Mansour, CEO of Kalshi, a prediction market platform. Mansour discusses the regulatory challenges and the company's...