logo
episode-header-image
Oct 2023
57m 51s

Newsom's Senate Pick, SCOTUS Takes on So...

New York Magazine
About this episode

Kara and Scott discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom's choice of Laphonza Butler for Dianne Feinstein's senate seat, and whether Kevin McCarthy could be ousted as Speaker of the House. Plus, the Supreme Court adds two cases to the docket that could have a major impact on the future of social media. Our Friend of Pivot is New York Times Pitchbot, who stops by to talk about his popular Twitter account, and how he captures the media zeitgeist with his headlines and hot takes.

Follow New York Times Pitchbot at @DougJBalloon

Follow us on Instagram and Threads at @pivotpodcastofficial.

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

Up next
Today
Ghislaine's DOJ Interview, Cracker Barrel's Logo Change, and Guest Co-Host Tim Miller
It's the final week of Scott-Free August, and Kara is joined by Tim Miller, host of The Bulwark Podcast. Kara and Tim talk about Trump's threats to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, New York, and Baltimore. Then, is the government's Intel deal MAGA socialism? Also on the r ... Show More
1h 10m
Aug 22
The “Woke” Smithsonian, South Park’s Latest Dig at Trump, and Co-Host Wesley Morris
Scott-Free August continues as Kara is joined by host of The New York Times' Cannonball podcast, Wesley Morris. Kara and Wesley discuss President Trump’s beef with the “woke” Smithsonian, The White House’s new TikTok account, and South Park’s latest Trump Administration burn. The ... Show More
1h 14m
Aug 19
Zelensky's White House Return, Newsom Trolls Trump, and Guest Co-Host Abby Phillip
As Scott-Free August sails on, Kara is joined by CNN's Abby Phillip. Kara and Abby discuss Zelensky returning to the White House alongside European leaders, and whether a peace agreement will be hammered out. Then, Gov. Gavin Newsom has turned trolling Trump into an art form, but ... Show More
1h 5m
Recommended Episodes
Feb 2024
60. Anthony Scaramucci: What it's like to be Donald Trump's Communications Director
Would a second Trump presidency be far more right wing? What drives the former US president? Is he trying to do a deal with Taylor Swift? In this week's episode of Leading, Rory and Alastair are joined by Anthony Scaramucci, Trump's former spin doctor, where he answers all these ... Show More
1h 8m
Apr 2024
Weinstein, Trump partial immunity, Spanish PM’s weekend off and Yellen’s options
A New York court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction. The US Supreme Court’s conservative justices lean towards supporting some presidential immunity as Donald Trump’s case is weighed. In an interview with Reuters, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is keeping her opti ... Show More
12m 54s
Apr 2024
U.S. First Quarter Growth Slowed as Inflation Remains Stubborn
Plus: New York’s highest court orders a new trial for Harvey Weinstein. And Haiti’s prime minister formally resigns. Danny Lewis hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here’s our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm ... Show More
2m 31s
Jul 2024
Americanswers! Will Democrats force Joe Biden out? Who could take his place?
After last week’s presidential debate, Justin and Marianna discuss whether President Biden is likely to step down – or be forced to stand down – as the Democratic nominee. Who might replace him? Or if he stays, what are his chances of winning the election against Donald Trump? Ju ... Show More
27m 13s
Apr 2024
How Pennsylvania’s Fracking Boom Could Dim Biden’s Re-Election Chances
P.M. Edition for April 8. Changing industries have shifted party politics in Pennsylvania. Economic churn is pushing voters toward Trump in the Pittsburgh area, potentially overwhelming Democrats’ base of college-educated workers. Reporter and editor Aaron Zitner explains. And JP ... Show More
14m 36s
Mar 2018
Media Meltdown, Blue Texas and Google Doodles - 3/6/18
Hour 1: Former Trump aide Sam Nunberg announces he will ignore Robert Mueller’s subpoena (and throws half the Administration under the bus) …Did CNN’s Erin Burnett go too far when she asked Nunberg if he was drunk? …Pat and Keith have some profound pet peeves …Record-low Oscar’s ... Show More
2h 25m
Apr 2024
Pennsylvania Primary Tests Democratic Divisions Over Israel
P.M. Edition for April 23. The Democratic Party faces an electoral test over Israel in Pennsylvania’s primary today. WSJ reporter Kris Maher discusses how the war is impacting voters in that crucial swing state. And the U.S. Federal Trade Commission votes to ban noncompete clause ... Show More
14m 15s
May 2024
Biden Seeks to Trump-Proof His Agenda
P.M. Edition for May 3. When Donald Trump was president, he used a 1996 law, the Congressional Review Act, to undo many of the regulations enacted by his predecessor. Now, President Biden is rushing to cement his legacy ahead of a likely rematch with Trump in November. Domestic p ... Show More
13m 48s