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50:04

Pivot Extra: Timothy Snyder on America’s Superpower...

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2026/10/04

Today, we’re sharing an episode of The Prof G Pod. Scott speaks with historian Timothy Snyder to discuss Russia’s war in Ukraine, why Snyder believes America is undermining its own power, and what’s at stake in the upcoming midterms. Plus, what Canada’s response to Trump can teach us about standing up to intimidation.For more conversations like this, listen to and subscribe to The Prof G Pod wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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58:32

AI’s Rocky Road to Wall Street, Hegseth’s Macho...

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2026/10/02

AI’s Rocky Road to Wall Street, Hegseth’s Macho Military, and Trump’s AI Safety TheaterKara and Scott unpack Pete Hegseth’s macho vision for the military and Trump’s new AI safety deal. Then, they break down the shaky road to Wall Street for Anthropic and OpenAI, David Ellison’s new co-CEO at Paramount, and Amy Klobuchar’s viral fact-check on Capitol Hill. Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠. Watch Pivot on The Prof G Channel Tuesdays and Fridays at 1 pm or 9 pm eastern. You’ll

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61:08

Nvidia’s AI Guardrails, Big Tech’s White House...

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2026/09/29

Kara and Scott unpack Nvidia’s record stock buyback and its new guardrails for rogue AI. Then, they break down Big Tech’s prime seats at the state dinner, and the privacy concerns surrounding VoteSafe.org, a voting-information site run by Elon Musk’s America PAC. Plus, the GOP’s midterm outlook is reportedly “craptastic,” but Scott is still nervous — and Kara gets a kick out of SNL’s “Dario Amodei.”Kara and Scott are going on tour! Get tickets at PivotTour.com. Watch this episode on the

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65:00

Trump TV, Meta’s Muse Charm, and Xi in D.C.

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2026/09/25

Kara and Scott unpack the judge’s order restoring White House press access for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, as well as the lackluster start for Trump TV. Then, Trump’s summit with Chinese president Xi Jinping, and the implications for Taiwan. Plus, Meta goes all in on Muse with new smart glasses and a Tamagotchi-like AI charm, Andreessen Horowitz launches an alternative to college, and Scott predicts another blockbuster IPO.Kara and Scott are going on tour! Get tickets at PivotTour.com. Watch this

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72:30

Trump’s Press Crackdown, Paramount Settles, and...

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2026/09/22

Kara and Scott unpack the Paramount–Warner Bros. Discovery settlement, the White House’s escalating fight with the press, and Amazon blocking Meta’s AI assistant. Then, they break down Trump's plans for an AI Force, whether Anthropic can pull off a $2 trillion IPO, and the stakes of Trump’s upcoming summit with Xi Jinping.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcastofficial⁠⁠.Follow us on Bluesky at ⁠⁠@pivotpod.bsky.social⁠⁠Follow us on

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66:59

Zuck's AI Safety Pitch, Canada Turns to Europe, and...

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2026/09/18

Kara and Scott debate Sydney Sweeney’s latest controversial ad. Raging Moderates co-host Jessica Tarlov joins to discuss Canada cozying up to Europe, and the art of political disagreement. Then,Universal's cold feet about the Elon Musk documentary, Mark Zuckerberg’s motives in the AI debate, and Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon find common ground. And... why is FBI Director Kash Patel explaining the bureau's stance on bestiality?Kara and Scott are going on tour! Get your tickets at

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58:17

AI Panic: Dario’s Warning, Trump’s Dismissal, and...

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2026/09/15

Kara and Scott unpack the recent AI panic, as Dario Amodei calls for a slowdown, Donald Trump dismisses concerns, and Sam Altman says OpenAI won’t go public this year. Then, they discuss Mark Carney’s push for closer ties with the EU, and why Canada and the U.S. may not be getting back together anytime soon. Plus, California’s new online child-safety laws, and Mitch McConnell’s return to the Senate.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at

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67:14

Trump's 9/11 Fiction, a Major AI Warning, and Apple's...

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2026/09/11

Scott Free August is officially over, and Scott is back! Kara and Scott run through the biggest news he missed in August before unpacking President Trump's shifting 9/11 story and a disturbing new AI warning. Then, Trump makes a $5,000 cash promise to voters, Apple unveils its first foldable iPhone, and Kara and Scott reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Watch Pivot on The Prof G Channel Tuesdays and Fridays at 1 pm or 9 pm eastern. You’ll

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50:03

Ina Garten’s Next Course? A Podcast | On With Kara...

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2026/09/08

Pivot is off for the holiday, so we're bringing you a special treat: Kara's recent "On With Kara Swisher" interview with Ina Garten!Ina has built a culinary empire by way of simple, delicious recipes for the home cook. After two decades on The Food Network and more than a dozen cookbooks, she’s launching a new podcast with the Vox Media Podcast Network this month, called “Happy Hour With Ina Garten.” Ina and Kara talk about Ina’s plans for her new show, making the leap from traditional platforms

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61:29

Apple Bows to Trump, Bond Market Sounds the Alarm,...

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2026/09/04

As our Scott Free month comes to a close, Kara is joined by MS NOW’s Jacob Soboroff! They remember Gloria Steinem, discuss Apple caving to Trump over “Lake America,” and unpack the administration’s escalating crackdown on mail-in voting. Then, they break down the global bond sell-off and George Santos getting a lifetime ban from Kalshi.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcastofficial⁠⁠.Follow us on Bluesky at

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69:08

Trump’s Map Makeover, Milo’s Deportation, and...

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2026/09/01

It's the last week of Scott-Free August, and Kara is joined by Jennifer Welch, co-host of the "I've Had It" podcast. They unpack Trump's executive order renaming Lake Ontario, Milo Yiannopoulos' deportation, and Gwyneth Paltrow's postponed soiree for Sam Altman. Plus, journalist Karen Attiah stops by to discuss winning her job back at The Washington Post, after getting fired in the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and

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71:01

Meta’s Massive Settlement, Bill Gates’ AI Warning,...

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2026/08/28

Scott-Free August continues, and Kara is joined by CNN’s Kaitlan Collins! They talk about Dolly Parton's legacy in culture and business, unpack Meta’s landmark social media addiction case settlement, and discuss the growing political backlash to data centers. Then, they break down Bill Gates’ warning about AI, Trump’s political power heading into the midterms, and a golf ad that spectacularly missed the mark.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads

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65:42

Trump vs. Canada, Paramount Settlement Saga, and...

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2026/08/25

Kara is joined by comedian and “Have I Got News for You” host Roy Wood Jr., as Scott-Free August rolls on! They unpack Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada, his stock-trading spree, and his reunion with Michael Cohen. Then, the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger saga takes another twist as California AG Rob Bonta calls off settlement talks. Plus, the Pentagon targets Stars and Stripes, and Melania returns from... wherever she's been.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on

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75:58

Mark Cuban on High Drug Prices, Taxing Billionaires,...

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2026/08/21

Scott-Free August continues, and Kara sits down with Mark Cuban — entrepreneur and co-founder of Cost Plus Drugs. They dig into why prescription drug prices are finally falling, Cuban's war with the healthcare industry, and Costco's surprising Medicare play. Then: why Cuban thinks chips are the new crypto, and California's controversial billionaire tax. Plus — will Cuban actually run for president?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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57:40

USS Lincoln Fallout, Spotlight on Natalie Harp, and...

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2026/08/18

Kara kicks off another week of Scott-Free August! Gen Z political commentator Adam Mockler is in the guest host chair to discuss the growing fallout over conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, and Jon Ossoff’s swipe at Trump and his aide Natalie Harp. Plus, Democrats shake up the 2028 primary calendar, the latest midterm predictions, and will Adam’s nemesis Scott Jennings be the next White House Press Secretary?Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and

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71:38

Trump's Catering Truck Escape, MAGA Media, and...

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2026/08/14

Scott-Free August continues, and Kara is joined by comedian Chelsea Handler. Chelsea clarifies her recent comments on Joe Rogan's income, and the two dig into Trump's bizarre catering truck ride in Turkey. They also discuss RFK Jr's new cooking show, and the widening cracks in the MAGA media ecosystem. Plus: the mystery of Mitch McConnell's absence, Melania Trump's next docuseries, and Chelsea's new side career as a matchmaker.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on

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64:22

Zuck's Meta Manifesto, Data Center Wars, and AI Slop...

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2026/08/11

As Scott-Free August rolls on, Kara is joined by "Hard Fork" co-hosts Kevin Roose and Casey Newton to break down Mark Zuckerberg’s latest AI manifesto, and Meta’s push to catch up in the AI race. Then, platforms crack down on AI slop, new details emerge about OpenAI’s hockey puck-sized device, and data center backlash intensifies. Plus, Kevin and Casey discuss their post-"Hard Fork" future, and have a special request for Kara.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on

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72:44

Michigan's Primary Drama, the DOJ's Next Boss, and...

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2026/08/07

Kara sits down with former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for the first episode of Scott-Free August. They discuss Michigan's messy Democratic primary, state redistricting brawls, and Trump's gold-plated redecoration of the the presidency. Then — Todd Blanche's path to attorney general, where things really stand with Iran, and why we aren't paying enough attention to AI governance.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at

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68:18

RFK Jr.'s Bash Clash, AI's "Jurassic Park" Moment,...

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2026/08/04

Kara and Scott break down RFK Jr.'s combative CNN interview with Dana Bash. Then, Anthropic joins OpenAI in revealing alarming AI hacking incidents, raising new questions about regulation and cybersecurity. Plus, Big Tech earnings, Elon Musk's midterm spending plans, and the Trump administration's Reflecting Pool feud. Don't miss Kara revealing her Scott-Free August guest co-hosts!Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at

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62:04

Mamdani’s Tax List, Zuck's Media Blitz, and SpaceX’s...

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2026/07/31

Kara and Scott unpack Mayor Mamdani’s controversial luxury tax list, Mark Zuckerberg’s AI messaging campaign, and SpaceX’s trillion-dollar wipeout. Then, they discuss the growing divide over AI safety, Apple’s new leasing program, and calls for Mitch McConnell to prove he’s still fit to serve.Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcastofficial⁠⁠.Follow us on Bluesky at ⁠⁠@pivotpod.bsky.social⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok at

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