Kara and Scott discuss the highlights from The New York Times DealBook Summit, including Jeff Bezos saying he’s “optimistic” about a second Trump term, and Sam Altman trying to make nice with Elon Musk. Then, the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson has prompted a wave of reactions on social media. Plus, the French government collapsed on Wednesday, and South Korea’s president is facing impeachment after declaring martial law. Also, in good news for cryptocurrency, Trump’s new SEC pick has caused Bitcoin to surge. Stay tuned for listener mail to hear Kara and Scott pick their dream administrations. Vote in this week’s poll here! Follow us on Instagram and Threads at @pivotpodcastofficial. Follow us on Bluesky at @pivotpod.bsky.social. Follow us on TikTok at @pivotpodcast. Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or at nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What are the highlights from The New York Times DealBook Summit?
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And I'm like, I'm just going to order a latte from room service.
You are such not a British person, but I'm glad you're there. You know, the theme of my school, my Sal's preschool, they have a party every year, which I try not to go to, but then Amanda demands it, which is James Bond party.
Oh, that must be fun.
Okay.
I'm going as Holly Goodhead. True story, true. That was a true Bond girl, Holly Goodhead. It was the woman who was in, I forget her name. She was in broadcast news. She played the anchor that threatened Holly Hunter. So they sent her to Alaska. I forget her name. Tall drink of lemonade.
Yeah. I love them James Bond movies, but I'd rather be home.
Still best Bond girl, Dandy Newton. Most beautiful woman in the world. Dandy. Yeah. No, if she's ever on your pod.
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