Instagram Goes PG-13, ChatGPT Allows Erotica, and Netflix Grabs Podcasts
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the fallout from the Young Republicans' Telegram chat leak, Instagram’s new...
Mark Zuckerberg on the AI bubble and Meta's new display glasses | ACCESS
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pivot is off for the holiday! Kara and Scott will return on Friday, but in the meantime, we're bring...
Cheaper Teslas, OpenAI’s Cash Burn, and Apple’s CEO Succession Plans
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Tesla’s rollout of cheaper models, OpenAI's $1 trillion computing power dea...
Immigration Crackdown, OpenAI Backtracks, and Elon's Netflix Boycott
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Trump's escalating immigration crackdowns in Chicago and Portland, and Apple ...
Government Shutdown, OpenAI’s Sora 2, and Hegseth's Lecture
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the ramifications of the government shutdown, Electronic Arts going private, ...
Saudi Comedy Festival Controversy, Threads' Major Milestone, and Trump's Movie Tariff
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss comedians participating in Saudi Arabia's comedy festival, Threads surpassing...
Kimmel & ABC, Nvidia’s OpenAI Investment, and Tylenol’s Trump Problem
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the aftermath of Jimmy Kimmel's highly-rated return, Nvidia’s $100 billion ...
Jimmy Kimmel Returns, Charlie Kirk’s Memorial, and Trump’s H1-B Visa Shake-Up
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Charlie Kirk’s memorial service, Jimmy Kimmel’s return, and the Trump adm...
ABC Pulls Jimmy Kimmel, Pam Bondi’s Free Speech Mess, and Trump Sues The New York Times
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss ABC pulling “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” for a joke about the Charlie Kirk shooti...
Kirk Suspect Motives, TikTok "Framework" Deal, and Tucker Carlson Plays Detective
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott unpack the rage and division following Charlie Kirk’s assassination — and who’s...
Charlie Kirk Assassination Aftermath
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott break down the reactions to Charlie Kirk’s assassination in Utah. Then, mass pro...
Dept. of War Rebrand, Trump's Tech Bro Dinner, and Elon's Pay Package
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Trump rebranding the Department of Defense as the Department of War, and his ...
Trump’s Alive, China Flaunts BFFs, and Scott’s Back!
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brace yourselves, Scott has returned! He and Kara discuss the rumors about President Trump’s healt...
How Paul Krugman Would Fix The Economy: Solutions with Henry Blodget
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What would an actually good tariff policy look like? Can the U.S. ever bring back manufacturing jobs...
Trump Comes for the Fed, The Redistricting Wars, and Guest Co-Host Gov. Gavin Newsom
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WOW! “GOVERNOR" GAVIN NEWSOM IS HERE TO CO-HOST PIVOT, WHICH MANY ARE CALLING THE BEST PODCAST OF ...
Ghislaine's DOJ Interview, Cracker Barrel's Logo Change, and Guest Co-Host Tim Miller
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final week of Scott-Free August, and Kara is joined by Tim Miller, host of The Bulwark Podc...
The “Woke” Smithsonian, South Park’s Latest Dig at Trump, and Co-Host Wesley Morris
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott-Free August continues as Kara is joined by host of The New York Times' Cannonball podcast, Wes...
Zelensky's White House Return, Newsom Trolls Trump, and Guest Co-Host Abby Phillip
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Scott-Free August sails on, Kara is joined by CNN's Abby Phillip. Kara and Abby discuss Zelensky ...
Trump & Putin’s Alaska Date, Gay Marriage Challenged, and Guest Co-Host Rachel Maddow
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott-Free August continues with none other than MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow! Kara and Rachel talk about...
Trump's D.C. Crackdown, Putin Summit, and Cuomo's Mamdani Jabs
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Scott-Free August rolls on, Kara is joined by guest co-host David Remnick, editor of The New York...
AI Therapy, “Mankeeping,” and Screen Addiction
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott-Free August continues with #1 New York Times bestselling author and award-winning podcast host...
MAGA War Chest, Nuclear Subs, and Texas Dems Flee
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara kicks off Scott-free August with guest co-host Anthony Scaramucci — lawyer, podcaster, founde...
Joe Rogan’s Trump Jabs, Blockbuster Tech Earnings, and Another Tariff Deadline
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the advancement of a bill to ban stock trading by lawmakers, President Trump’...
Skydance-Paramount Merger, Ghislaine Pardon Talk, and South Park Skewers Trump
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the Skydance-Paramount merger getting the green light from the FCC, and South...
Epstein Distractions, Columbia’s Big Check, and Tesla Underwhelms
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the news that President Trump is indeed in the Epstein files, and his latest ...
Trump Sues Murdoch, Colbert Cancellation, and Coldplay Kiss Cam Fallout
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the Coldplay kiss cam moment that captivated the nation, and launched a thous...
Epstein Saga Continues, Trump Launches Distractions, and Cuomo Relaunches Campaign
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss whether Trump will fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, and all of the administratio...
MAGA's Epstein Civil War, SpaceX's xAI investment, and Trump's Rosie Threat
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott unpack the MAGA civil war erupting over how the Trump administration is handling the ...
Linda Yaccarino Steps Down, Grok's Rant, and Tariffs Galore
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Linda Yaccarino's exit from X, the major problems with xAI's chatbot Grok, an...
Texas Flooding, Trump's Tariff Threats, and Elon's Political Party
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the catastrophic flooding in Texas, and the blame game over forecasts, fundin...
Trump and Elon Clash Again, Paramount Settles, and the Fate of the “Big Beautiful Bill”
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara is joined by guest co-host Kristen Soltis Anderson, pollster and co-founder of Echelon Insights...
China's EV Power Play, AI Career Choices, and Time Travel
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott are opening up the listener mailbag, and taking questions from Pivot fans! They discu...
Mamdani's Victory, Iran Nuclear Damage Dispute, and Fed Chair Succession
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss President Trump doubling down on claims that Iran’s nuclear program has bee...
Trump's Iran Strategy, Tesla's Robotaxi Rollout, and Meta's AI Ambitions
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, and the mixed messages coming from ...
Trump Mobile, WhatsApp Ads, and Bezos Wedding Protests
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott have a live audience at the Adweek House in Cannes this week. They discuss the Bezos ...
Minnesota Shootings, No Kings Protests, and Israel-Iran Attacks Escalate
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the Minnesota lawmaker shootings, and if anything can be done about the uptic...
The Newsom-Trump Beef Heats Up
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the tensions flaring between President Trump and Governor Gavin Newsom over t...
LA Protests, Trump's Authoritarian Playbook, and Warner Bros. Discovery Split
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the protests in Los Angeles, dig into Trump's escalating authoritarian tactic...
Elon & Trump: The Breakup of the Summer
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The day has come! Kara and Scott discuss the explosion of a legendary bromance: what does it mean fo...
Elon's Drug Denial, Trump's Tariff Play, and Taylor Swift's Master Move
Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss Senator Joni Ernst's callous comments about Medicaid cuts, Texas's new law re...
Elon's Drug Denial, Trump's Tariff Play, and Taylor Swift's Master Move
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Senator Joni Ernst's callous comments about Medicaid cuts, Texas's new law re...
TACO Trade, Elon's DOGE Farewell, and AI Video Gone Wild
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Trump's tariffs getting temporarily blocked, and why everyone is talking abou...
Monopoly Isn't A Game (with Lina Khan) - Stay Tuned with Preet
Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Why should any of us care about monopolies? Lina Khan, the youngest-ever chair of the Federal Trade ...
Monopoly Isn't A Game (with Lina Khan) - Stay Tuned with Preet
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why should any of us care about monopolies? Lina Khan, the youngest-ever chair of the Federal Trade ...
Elon’s Politics Detox, the “Big, Beautiful” Bill's Next Phase, and Open AI's Big Bet
Fri, 23 May
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss Elon Musk’s plans to significantly reduce political spending, and his defen...
Elon’s Politics Detox, the “Big, Beautiful” Bill's Next Phase, and Open AI's Big Bet
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Elon Musk’s plans to significantly reduce political spending, and his defen...
Biden's Cancer Diagnosis, U.S. Credit Downgrade, and Trump Bullies Walmart
Tue, 20 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss former President Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis, and the reactions across the p...
Biden's Cancer Diagnosis, U.S. Credit Downgrade, and Trump Bullies Walmart
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss former President Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis, and the reactions across the p...
HBO Max Returns, Trump in the Middle East, and RFK Jr. Goes Swimming
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Trump’s deal-a-palooza in the Middle East, the Meta antitrust trial, and th...
U.S.-China Trade Deal, Trump's Plane Grift, and the American Pope
Tue, 13 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss the U.S. and China temporarily putting their trade war on hold, and evaluate ...
U.S.-China Trade Deal, Trump's Plane Grift, and the American Pope
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the U.S. and China temporarily putting their trade war on hold, and evaluate ...
AMD CEO Lisa Su on the “Dead Sexy” AI Chips Race - On with Kara Swisher
Sat, 10 May
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
In 2014, when Lisa Su took over as CEO of Advanced Micro Devices, AMD was on the verge of bankruptcy...
AMD CEO Lisa Su on the “Dead Sexy” AI Chips Race - On with Kara Swisher
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In 2014, when Lisa Su took over as CEO of Advanced Micro Devices, AMD was on the verge of bankruptcy...
OpenAI Abandons For-Profit Plans, Disney and Uber Earnings, and Meta’s “Creepy” AI
Fri, 09 May
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss rising tensions between India and Pakistan, OpenAI abandoning its for-profit ...
OpenAI Abandons For-Profit Plans, Disney and Uber Earnings, and Meta’s “Creepy” AI
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss rising tensions between India and Pakistan, OpenAI abandoning its for-profit ...
Trump's Movie Tariffs, Buffett's Retirement, and Elon's New City
Tue, 06 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss President Trump saying he doesn't know if he's required to uphold the Constit...
Trump's Movie Tariffs, Buffett's Retirement, and Elon's New City
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss President Trump saying he doesn't know if he's required to uphold the Constit...
Elon's Tesla Board Drama, Microsoft and Meta Earnings, and Bezos Bends the Knee
Fri, 02 May
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss a report that Tesla’s board considered replacing Musk as CEO, President Tru...
Elon's Tesla Board Drama, Microsoft and Meta Earnings, and Bezos Bends the Knee
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss a report that Tesla’s board considered replacing Musk as CEO, President Tru...
Trump's Meme Coin Scheme, Alphabet's Earnings, and Cybertruck's Competition
Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott break down Alphabet's strong earnings, and why the company continues to dominate. The...
Trump's Meme Coin Scheme, Alphabet's Earnings, and Cybertruck's Competition
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott break down Alphabet's strong earnings, and why the company continues to dominate. The...
Elon Steps Back from DOGE, Wall Street Whiplash, and Meta’s Antitrust Trial Continues
Fri, 25 Apr
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss Elon Musk's decision to step back from DOGE focus on Tesla, Instagram co-foun...
Elon Steps Back from DOGE, Wall Street Whiplash, and Meta’s Antitrust Trial Continues
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Elon Musk's decision to step back from DOGE focus on Tesla, Instagram co-foun...
Signalgate Sequel, Trump's Baby Boom Plans, and Netflix Earnings
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth getting caught up in another Signal scandal, T...
Signalgate Sequel, Trump's Baby Boom Plans, and Netflix Earnings
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth getting caught up in another Signal scandal, T...
Elon’s Harem, Trump v. Harvard, and Zuckerberg on the Stand
Fri, 18 Apr
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss President Trump lashing out at Fed Chair Jerome Powell, The White House askin...
Elon’s Harem, Trump v. Harvard, and Zuckerberg on the Stand
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss President Trump lashing out at Fed Chair Jerome Powell, The White House askin...
Tariff Twists and Turns, Meta Antitrust Trial, and Blue Origin Girls' Trip
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss the latest tariff confusion, with Trump flip flopping on tech exemptions, and...
Tariff Twists and Turns, Meta Antitrust Trial, and Blue Origin Girls' Trip
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the latest tariff confusion, with Trump flip flopping on tech exemptions, and...
Demis Hassabis on AI, Game Theory, Multimodality, and the Nature of Creativity | Possible
Sat, 12 Apr
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
How can AI help us understand and master deeply complex systems—from the game Go, which has 10 to ...
Demis Hassabis on AI, Game Theory, Multimodality, and the Nature of Creativity | Possible
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can AI help us understand and master deeply complex systems—from the game Go, which has 10 to ...
Trump's Tariff Pause, Apple's Highs and Lows, and Musk v. Navarro
Fri, 11 Apr
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss President Trump pausing tariffs for 90 days, the escalating trade war with Ch...
Trump's Tariff Pause, Apple's Highs and Lows, and Musk v. Navarro
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss President Trump pausing tariffs for 90 days, the escalating trade war with Ch...
Market Meltdown, Tariff Winners and Losers, and TikTok Deadline Delayed
Tue, 08 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss the markets' wild ride thanks to Trump's tariffs, China's retaliation plans, ...
Market Meltdown, Tariff Winners and Losers, and TikTok Deadline Delayed
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the markets' wild ride thanks to Trump's tariffs, China's retaliation plans, ...
Liberation Day, Elon Exit Rumors, and Guest Co-Host Jon Lovett
Fri, 04 Apr
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara is joined by Jon Lovett, co-host of Pod Save America and host of Lovett or Leave It. They to di...
Liberation Day, Elon Exit Rumors, and Guest Co-Host Jon Lovett
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara is joined by Jon Lovett, co-host of Pod Save America and host of Lovett or Leave It. They to di...
Elon Merges Companies, WHCA Cuts Comedian, and Guest Co-Host Jen Psaki
Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara is joined by Jen Psaki, the host of MSNBC's "Inside with Jen Psaki," to talk all things Signalg...
Elon Merges Companies, WHCA Cuts Comedian, and Guest Co-Host Jen Psaki
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara is joined by Jen Psaki, the host of MSNBC's "Inside with Jen Psaki," to talk all things Signalg...
Signalgate, Auto Tariffs, and Trump's Crypto Empire
Fri, 28 Mar
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott jump right in to discuss all things Signalgate — will heads roll? Then, President T...
Signalgate, Auto Tariffs, and Trump's Crypto Empire
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott jump right in to discuss all things Signalgate — will heads roll? Then, President T...
Meta Tell-All, Elon's Daughter Speaks Out, Cybertruck Recall
Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss the Meta tell-all that's become a bestseller, the latest attempt to sunset Se...
Meta Tell-All, Elon's Daughter Speaks Out, Cybertruck Recall
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the Meta tell-all that's become a bestseller, the latest attempt to sunset Se...
Roberts Criticizes Trump, FTC Firings, and White House Installs Starlink
Fri, 21 Mar
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss the showdown between the Trump administration and the judiciary, President Tr...
Roberts Criticizes Trump, FTC Firings, and White House Installs Starlink
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss the showdown between the Trump administration and the judiciary, President Tr...
Democrats Divided, Market Roller Coaster, and Southwest Airlines
Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss cracks in the Democratic Party after the shutdown showdown, and the Dems' mis...
Democrats Divided, Market Roller Coaster, and Southwest Airlines
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss cracks in the Democratic Party after the shutdown showdown, and the Dems' mis...
Tariff Turmoil, Trump’s Tesla Ad, and Newsom’s Bannon Interview
Fri, 14 Mar
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss Amazon's Prime Video streaming “The Apprentice,” and Steve Bannon’s gue...
Tariff Turmoil, Trump’s Tesla Ad, and Newsom’s Bannon Interview
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Amazon's Prime Video streaming “The Apprentice,” and Steve Bannon’s gue...
Elon's Empire Struggles, Trump's Crypto Summit, and IPO Slump
Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott are live at SXSW — taking shots and dancing around like Elon (okay, that's just Sco...
Elon's Empire Struggles, Trump's Crypto Summit, and IPO Slump
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott are live at SXSW — taking shots and dancing around like Elon (okay, that's just Sco...
Trump's Big Speech, Trade War Roller Coaster, and Elon v. Jon Stewart
Fri, 07 Mar
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss Jon Stewart's interview invitation to Elon Musk, and Google's efforts to pers...
Trump's Big Speech, Trade War Roller Coaster, and Elon v. Jon Stewart
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Jon Stewart's interview invitation to Elon Musk, and Google's efforts to pers...
Trump Term Limits, TikTok Status Check, and Scott's Presidential Prospects
Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott are opening up the Pivot listener mailbag and answering your questions! They discuss ...
Trump Term Limits, TikTok Status Check, and Scott's Presidential Prospects
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott are opening up the Pivot listener mailbag and answering your questions! They discuss ...
Elon's First Cabinet Meeting, Trump's Gold Card, and Bezos' WaPo Revamp
Fri, 28 Feb
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott go off on Jeff Bezos' revamp of The Washington Post’s opinion section. President Tr...
Elon's First Cabinet Meeting, Trump's Gold Card, and Bezos' WaPo Revamp
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott go off on Jeff Bezos' revamp of The Washington Post’s opinion section. President Tr...
Elon's Ultimatum, Trump's Military Purge, and Amazon's 007 Deal
Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara and Scott discuss Elon's ultimatum to federal workers, his bizarre chainsaw-wielding appearance...
Elon's Ultimatum, Trump's Military Purge, and Amazon's 007 Deal
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kara and Scott discuss Elon's ultimatum to federal workers, his bizarre chainsaw-wielding appearance...
DOGE’s Chaos Strategy, X’s New Valuation, and Guest Co-Host Katie Drummond
Fri, 21 Feb
Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset
Kara is joined by guest co-host Katie Drummond of WIRED! They talk all things DOGE: Is Elon Musk not...