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Every Tuesday and Friday, tech journalist Kara Swisher and NYU Professor Scott Galloway offer sharp, unfiltered insights into the biggest stories in tech, business, and politics. They make bold predictions, pick winners and losers, and bicker and banter like no one else. After all, with great power comes great scrutiny. From New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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Kara and Scott discuss Warner Bros. Discovery’s announcement that it’s exploring a sale — and predict which buyer will come out on top. Then, OpenAI's new web browser, and the latest earnings from Netflix and Tesla. Plus, President Trump demolishing ... more

Kara and Scott discuss more schools saying no to Trump’s college “compact,” the No Kings protests, and the AWS outage. Then, Trump’s promise to slash Ozempic prices sends GLP-1 stocks tumbling. Plus, AI czar David Sacks picks a fight with Anthropic o... more

Kara and Scott discuss the fallout from the Young Republicans' Telegram chat leak, Instagram’s new protections for teens, and OpenAI allowing "erotica" for adults.  Plus, Kara has thoughts about Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff’s call for National Guard t... more

Pivot is off for the holiday! Kara and Scott will return on Friday, but in the meantime, we're bringing you the premiere episode of ACCESS. Tech insiders Alex Heath and Ellis Hamburger talk all things Mark Zuckerberg, from the newest Meta Ray-Ban Dis... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Zuckerberg
CEO of Meta
Meta
Episode: Mark Zuckerberg on the AI bubble and Meta's new display glasses | ACCESS
Paul Krugman
Nobel Prize-winning economist and columnist
City University of New York, New York Times
Episode: How Paul Krugman Would Fix The Economy: Solutions with Henry Blodget
Tim Miller
Former GOP strategist and host of the Bulkwark Podcast
Bulkwark Podcast
Episode: Ghislaine's DOJ Interview, Cracker Barrel's Logo Change, and Guest Co-Host Tim Miller
Rachel Maddow
Host of MSNBC's The Rachel Maddow Show
MSNBC
Episode: Trump & Putin’s Alaska Date, Gay Marriage Challenged, and Guest Co-Host Rachel Maddow
Kim Davis
Former Kentucky County clerk known for refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples.
Episode: Trump & Putin’s Alaska Date, Gay Marriage Challenged, and Guest Co-Host Rachel Maddow
Kristen Soltis Anderson
Pollster, contributing opinion writer for The New York Times, and co-founder of Echelon Insights
Echelon Insights
Episode: Trump and Elon Clash Again, Paramount Settles, and the Fate of the “Big Beautiful Bill”
Livia Albeck-Ripka
New York Times reporter on the ground in Los Angeles
The New York Times
Episode: LA Protests, Trump's Authoritarian Playbook, and Warner Bros. Discovery Split
Lina Khan
Former Chair of the Federal Trade Commission
Federal Trade Commission
Episode: Monopoly Isn't A Game (with Lina Khan) - Stay Tuned with Preet
Lisa Su
CEO of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), a leader in the semiconductor industry
AMD
Episode: AMD CEO Lisa Su on the “Dead Sexy” AI Chips Race - On with Kara Swisher

Hosts

Kara Swisher
Co-host with a background in technology journalism, known for her incisive interviewing style and expertise in the tech landscape.
Scott Galloway
Co-host and NYU Professor showcasing expertise in business strategy and marketing, recognized for his engaging and often humorous takes on contemporary issues.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 17.4k ratings
  • Life of a Show Girl!

    Love the podcast! TS always a win!!! Look forward to Scott’s new book too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jodie Lee La
    United States21 days ago
  • Blah

    I keep trying to listen to this show but can’t stand how Galloway is so full of himself.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Peter5789
    United States21 days ago
  • Insightful & Entertaining

    This is my favorite podcast as of now, and has been for some time. Kara & Scott make a great duo. I love the discussions and the banter. I find both Kara and Scott to be very insightful, and (gratefully) not mind numbingly boring. I’m interested in their thoughts and opinions and find that they are credible people to get information from in a world full of content for clicks. I’m in a place where I feel my time is extremely valuable and I feel Pivot is worth my time. The perfect balance of headl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sc669
    United States21 days ago
  • Scott is a Saudi white washing tool

    Sad. More Kara please. Much much much less Scott.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Waynusss
    United States21 days ago
  • Helpful & Hilarious

    Thank you both for your insightful conversations, helpful expertise in tech & economics , hilarious banter and your willingness to engage with and explore diverse viewpoints

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    myphone2222
    Germany22 days ago

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Listeners praise the hosts for their engaging banter and sharp insights on technology and business.

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Zelensky's White House Return, Newsom Trolls Trump, and Guest Co-Host Abby Phillip
Q: What are your thoughts on Trump's recent statements about mail-in voting?
It's concerning as he promotes misinformation about mail-in voting, challenging its legitimacy without cause.
Zelensky's White House Return, Newsom Trolls Trump, and Guest Co-Host Abby Phillip
Q: What do you think is Gavin Newsom doing in terms of political strategy?
He's using social media effectively to mock Trump and gain attention, but the real question is whether this will have an electoral impact.
Trump and Elon Clash Again, Paramount Settles, and the Fate of the “Big Beautiful Bill”
Q: How would you advise Mamdani now that he won the primary?
I would advise Mamdani to focus on the cost of living question relentlessly and avoid distractions that could harm his campaign.
Trump and Elon Clash Again, Paramount Settles, and the Fate of the “Big Beautiful Bill”
Q: What are your thoughts on the polling challenges faced by pollsters?
Pollsters face challenges due to distrust in polls, the advent of AI complicates legitimate response verification, and many people are evading pollsters.
China's EV Power Play, AI Career Choices, and Time Travel
Q: What advice do you have for young people who want fulfilling careers that won't disappear?
Encourage a broad range of studies and not to push them into specific fields without their interest.

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With a blend of sharp insights and entertaining banter, hosts provide unfiltered commentary on the intersecting worlds of technology, business, and politics. They tackle current events, critique influential figures, and discuss the impact of social media on public discourse while making bold predictions about the future. Episode topics vary widely—from discussions on recent political controversies to examinations of major corporate actions, cultural shifts, and economic policies—each episode is characterized by a lively and engaging dynamic that keeps listeners informed and entertained. This approach not only highlights pressing issues but also emphasizes the relationship between power and accountability in the current media landscape.

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2. Paul Krugman
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4. Rachel Maddow
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7. Livia Albeck-Ripka
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