In his first extensive interview since he stepped down as the Special Assistant to the President for Technology and Competition Policy on the National Economic Council, Tim Wu shares what he learned in the West Wing. We find out who holds most sway with the President, how Lina Khan undid any perception that there is any antitrust exception for “nice guys,” a ... Show More
Yesterday
Patrick Radden Keefe On Lies, Conspicuous Wealth & Moral Rot
Journalist, author and podcaster Patrick Radden Keefe is renowned for writing stories about crime and corruption that expose deeper societal truths. His latest book, “London Falling,” explores the mysterious circumstances around the death of 19-year-old Zac Brettler. While London ... Show More
1h 2m
May 7
The Creators of ‘Hacks’ on Comedy, Creative Partnership and Surviving Hollywood
Kara talks with "Hacks" creators and showrunners Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs and Jen Statsky about the state of comedy and ending the HBO Max hit on their own terms. The critically-acclaimed series follows Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas stand-up comedian played by Jean Sma ... Show More
1h 3m
May 4
Miranda Is Not the Villain, with The Devil Wears Prada 2’s Writer & Director
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is a cultural event 20 years in the making — and it doesn’t disappoint. Kara invites screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna and director David Frankel to discuss the film, its making, and the state of media and Hollywood today. Aline and David talk about why the ... Show More
1 h
Oct 2022
On with Kara Swisher: Maggie Haberman Makes Sense of Donald Trump
Hey Pivot listeners! The Pivot team is off for the Monday holiday, so instead of your regularly-scheduled episode, you're getting an exciting surprise: an episode of our sister podcast, On with Kara Swisher!
You're welcome, and we'll be back on Friday with more Pivot!
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58m 16s
Oct 2022
Exclusive interview with President Biden, plus, The Rock on “Black Adam”
As Vladimir Putin’s options narrow in Ukraine, Jake Tapper asks President Biden how close he thinks we are to the brink of a nuclear disaster, what other options are on the table, and Biden’s vow not to negotiate about Russia keeping any part of Ukraine, in an exclusive CNN Tonig ... Show More
46m 7s
Nov 2023
11/28/23: Bibi Rejects Two State Solution, Man Arrested For Shooting Palestinians, WH Blames Social Media For Economic Worry, Home Sales Drop, AI Breakthrough And Altman Ouster, Ireland Censorship After Riots, AIPAC Bribes Tlaib Challengers, RNC Funding Plummets, And Santos Spills On Colleagues
Krystal and Saagar discuss Netanyahu rejecting Biden's call for a two state solution, suspect arrested after shooting of three Palestinians, White House blames social media for economic concerns, home sales drop to decade low, AI breakthrough and Sam Altman, McGregor investigated ... Show More
1h 56m