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1. Anthropic's IPO Filing, Elon's Talarico Obsession, and Elizabeth Holmes' Box Office Surprise

   27 Oct 2026 · 1 h 05 min · Episode 762

   Kara and Scott break down Anthropic’s IPO filing — the revenue, the losses, and the risks to humanity. Then, with just a week to go before the midterms, Elon Musk pours millions into the Texas Senate race, and James…

2. Pivot Extra: From ‘Trump Curious’ to ‘Trump Furious’: Inside the Midterm Odds

   25 Oct 2026 · 1 h 09 min

   With just under two weeks until the midterms, Democrats have reason for cautious optimism. Analysts at the Cook Political Report project the party could flip the House. The Senate, meanwhile, has swung from Republican…

3. Elon v. Kara, Tesla’s SpaceX Lifeline, and Sacha Baron Cohen on Satire

   23 Oct 2026 · 1 h 08 min · Episode 761

   Elon Musk says Kara "really wants to go to prison," and she has some thoughts! Kara and Scott break down the contrasting earnings reports from SpaceX and Tesla, and the potential merger of Musk’s two companies. Plus,…

4. Trump's Putin Play, Elon's SpaceX Stock Pledge, and Netflix's Staffing Shakeup

   20 Oct 2026 · 57 min · Episode 760

   Kara and Scott unpack President Trump's latest efforts to play nice with Putin. Then, they break down Elon Musk's promise to give every kid in America a share of SpaceX, along with his Tesla Roadster stunt. Plus,…

5. Pivot Extra: America at 250 — with Heather Cox Richardson

   18 Oct 2026 · 1 h 04 min

   Today, we’re sharing an episode of The Prof G Pod. As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, Scott Galloway speaks with historian Heather Cox Richardson about the future of American democracy. They explore…

6. Elon Musk's Midterm Spending Spree, Trump's Press Secretary Debacle, and OpenAI Gets Bugged

   16 Oct 2026 · 1 h 02 min · Episode 759

   Kara and Scott unpack Elon Musk's role in Ukraine's Starshield disruption, his quarter-billion-dollar midterm spending spree, and the fight against Russian bots. Then, they discuss the new White House press secretary’s…

7. Kara Swisher Says the #1 Longevity Tool Isn't Sleep, Food, or Exercise | Project Swagger with Robin Arzón

   13 Oct 2026 · 24 min

   Robin Arzón chats with Kara Swisher, who recently reported a series on longevity for CNN called Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever. From red light therapy to hyperbaric chambers, Kara has tried everything. I ask her…

8. Pivot Extra: Inside “Musk”: Power, Family and the Making of a Tech Demagogue

   11 Oct 2026 · 1 h 17 min

   You get an extra, and you get an extra! Today, we're dropping On with Kara Swisher into the feed. In his new documentary, ‘Musk,’ filmmaker Alex Gibney set out to answer two big questions about the world’s first…

9. Camp Donald, Bezos's AI Fantasy, and Desperately Seeking Kara Swisher

   9 Oct 2026 · 45 min · Episode 758

   Kara goes missing, and Jessica Tarlov steps in to save the day! Scott and Jessica discuss Trump's bizarre comments about California, and the possibility of an October surprise involving Iran. Eventually, though, Kara…

10. Ellison's Rebrand, Netflix's Struggles, and Elon's Breakup

    6 Oct 2026 · 59 min · Episode 757

    Kara and Scott discuss Elon Musk’s very public breakup with Shivon Zilis. Then, they debate David Ellison’s decision to name the combined Paramount–Warner Bros. Discovery company Skydance, take a closer look at CNN’s…

11. Pivot Extra: Timothy Snyder on America’s Superpower Suicide

    4 Oct 2026 · 50 min · Explicit

    Today, we’re sharing an episode of The Prof G Pod. Scott speaks with historian Timothy Snyder to discuss Russia’s war in Ukraine, why Snyder believes America is undermining its own power, and what’s at stake in the…

12. AI’s Rocky Road to Wall Street, Hegseth’s Macho Military, and Trump’s AI Safety Theater

    2 Oct 2026 · 59 min · Episode 756

    AI’s Rocky Road to Wall Street, Hegseth’s Macho Military, and Trump’s AI Safety Theater Kara and Scott unpack Pete Hegseth’s macho vision for the military and Trump’s new AI safety deal. Then, they break down the shaky…

13. Nvidia’s AI Guardrails, Big Tech’s White House Visits, and Elon’s Voter Data Grab

    29 Sep 2026 · 1 h 01 min · Episode 755

    Kara and Scott unpack Nvidia’s record stock buyback and its new guardrails for rogue AI. Then, they break down Big Tech’s prime seats at the state dinner, and the privacy concerns surrounding VoteSafe.org, a…

14. Trump TV, Meta’s Muse Charm, and Xi in D.C.

    25 Sep 2026 · 1 h 05 min · Episode 754

    Kara and Scott unpack the judge’s order restoring White House press access for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, as well as the lackluster start for Trump TV. Then, Trump’s summit with Chinese president Xi Jinping, and the…

15. Trump’s Press Crackdown, Paramount Settles, and Anthropic’s $2 Trillion IPO

    22 Sep 2026 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 753

    Kara and Scott unpack the Paramount–Warner Bros. Discovery settlement, the White House’s escalating fight with the press, and Amazon blocking Meta’s AI assistant. Then, they break down Trump's plans for an AI Force,…

16. Zuck's AI Safety Pitch, Canada Turns to Europe, and Kash Patel on Bestiality

    18 Sep 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 752

    Kara and Scott debate Sydney Sweeney’s latest controversial ad. Raging Moderates co-host Jessica Tarlov joins to discuss Canada cozying up to Europe, and the art of political disagreement. Then, Universal's cold feet…

17. AI Panic: Dario’s Warning, Trump’s Dismissal, and OpenAI’s IPO Delay

    15 Sep 2026 · 58 min · Episode 751

    Kara and Scott unpack the recent AI panic, as Dario Amodei calls for a slowdown, Donald Trump dismisses concerns, and Sam Altman says OpenAI won’t go public this year. Then, they discuss Mark Carney’s push for closer…

18. Trump's 9/11 Fiction, a Major AI Warning, and Apple's Foldable iPhone

    11 Sep 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 750

    Scott Free August is officially over, and Scott is back! Kara and Scott run through the biggest news he missed in August before unpacking President Trump's shifting 9/11 story and a disturbing new AI warning. Then,…

19. Ina Garten’s Next Course? A Podcast | On With Kara Swisher

    8 Sep 2026 · 50 min

    Pivot is off for the holiday, so we're bringing you a special treat: Kara's recent "On With Kara Swisher" interview with Ina Garten! Ina has built a culinary empire by way of simple, delicious recipes for the home…

20. Apple Bows to Trump, Bond Market Sounds the Alarm, and Kalshi Bans George Santos

    4 Sep 2026 · 1 h 01 min · Episode 749

    As our Scott Free month comes to a close, Kara is joined by MS NOW’s Jacob Soboroff! They remember Gloria Steinem, discuss Apple caving to Trump over “Lake America,” and unpack the administration’s escalating crackdown…

21. Trump’s Map Makeover, Milo’s Deportation, and Gwyneth’s AI Dinner Drama

    1 Sep 2026 · 1 h 09 min · Episode 748

    It's the last week of Scott-Free August, and Kara is joined by Jennifer Welch, co-host of the "I've Had It" podcast. They unpack Trump's executive order renaming Lake Ontario, Milo Yiannopoulos' deportation, and…

22. Meta’s Massive Settlement, Bill Gates’ AI Warning, and Remembering Dolly Parton

    28 Aug 2026 · 1 h 11 min · Episode 747

    Scott-Free August continues, and Kara is joined by CNN’s Kaitlan Collins! They talk about Dolly Parton's legacy in culture and business, unpack Meta’s landmark social media addiction case settlement, and discuss the…

23. Trump vs. Canada, Paramount Settlement Saga, and Melania's Return

    25 Aug 2026 · 1 h 06 min · Episode 746

    Kara is joined by comedian and “Have I Got News for You” host Roy Wood Jr., as Scott-Free August rolls on! They unpack Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada, his stock-trading spree, and his reunion with Michael…

24. Mark Cuban on High Drug Prices, Taxing Billionaires, and 2028

    21 Aug 2026 · 1 h 16 min · Episode 745

    Scott-Free August continues, and Kara sits down with Mark Cuban — entrepreneur and co-founder of Cost Plus Drugs. They dig into why prescription drug prices are finally falling, Cuban's war with the healthcare…

25. USS Lincoln Fallout, Spotlight on Natalie Harp, and Press Secretary Succession

    18 Aug 2026 · 58 min · Episode 744

    Kara kicks off another week of Scott-Free August! Gen Z political commentator Adam Mockler is in the guest host chair to discuss the growing fallout over conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, and Jon Ossoff’s…

26. Trump's Catering Truck Escape, MAGA Media, and Chelsea Handler on Joe Rogan's $82M Payday

    14 Aug 2026 · 1 h 12 min · Episode 743

    Scott-Free August continues, and Kara is joined by comedian Chelsea Handler. Chelsea clarifies her recent comments on Joe Rogan's income, and the two dig into Trump's bizarre catering truck ride in Turkey. They also…

27. Zuck's Meta Manifesto, Data Center Wars, and AI Slop Pushback

    11 Aug 2026 · 1 h 04 min · Episode 742

    As Scott-Free August rolls on, Kara is joined by "Hard Fork" co-hosts Kevin Roose and Casey Newton to break down Mark Zuckerberg’s latest AI manifesto, and Meta’s push to catch up in the AI race. Then, platforms crack…

28. Michigan's Primary Drama, the DOJ's Next Boss, and Hillary Clinton Co-Hosts

    7 Aug 2026 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 741

    Kara sits down with former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for the first episode of Scott-Free August. They discuss Michigan's messy Democratic primary, state redistricting brawls, and Trump's gold-plated…

29. RFK Jr.'s Bash Clash, AI's "Jurassic Park" Moment, and Elon's Midterm Millions

    4 Aug 2026 · 1 h 08 min · Episode 740

    Kara and Scott break down RFK Jr.'s combative CNN interview with Dana Bash. Then, Anthropic joins OpenAI in revealing alarming AI hacking incidents, raising new questions about regulation and cybersecurity. Plus, Big…

30. Mamdani’s Tax List, Zuck's Media Blitz, and SpaceX’s Trillion-Dollar Wipeout

    31 Jul 2026 · 1 h 02 min · Episode 739

    Kara and Scott unpack Mayor Mamdani’s controversial luxury tax list, Mark Zuckerberg’s AI messaging campaign, and SpaceX’s trillion-dollar wipeout. Then, they discuss the growing divide over AI safety, Apple’s new…

31. Paramount Merger Pause, Meta AI Optimism, and the Peptide Boom

    28 Jul 2026 · 1 h 09 min · Episode 738

    Kara and Scott discuss Paramount's decision to pause its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, and predict whether the blockbuster deal will ultimately go through. Then, Meta's latest ad campaign puts an optimistic spin…

32. Trump's Tariffs Return, Kalshi's Midterms Hub, and Elon's AI "Odyssey"

    24 Jul 2026 · 52 min · Episode 737

    Kara and Scott break down Trump's new tariffs on Canada, Kalshi's new midterms betting hub, and Anthropic's growing political spending. Then, they discuss AI leaders' warnings about China, France's ban on social media…

33. China's AI Threat, SpaceX's Plunge, and Trump's Truth Social Grift

    21 Jul 2026 · 1 h 17 min · Episode 736

    Kara and Scott unpack the latest Trump grift: Truth Social's paid fast lane for Wall Street. Then, China's new AI model rattles markets, and raises fresh questions about America's lead in the AI race. Plus, SpaceX…

34. Military Testosterone Screenings, Diarrhea Parasite Politics, and Data Center Debates

    17 Jul 2026 · 57 min · Episode 735

    Kara and Scott unpack the military’s new testosterone screening program, Trump’s election fraud obsession, and the growing food contamination outbreak. Then, they discuss OpenAI’s first AI device, IBM’s stock plunge,…

35. Apple Sues OpenAI, States Move to Block Paramount Deal, and McConnell Conspiracy Theories

    14 Jul 2026 · 1 h 11 min · Episode 734

    Kara and Scott discuss Lindsey Graham's legacy, the conspiracy theories around Mitch McConnell's new photo, and whether the Democrats can still pull off a victory in Maine. Then, Apple sues OpenAI over alleged trade…

36. Netflix Chases YouTube, Meta's AI Photo Grab, and Disney Fights the FCC

    10 Jul 2026 · 1 h 10 min · Episode 733

    Kara is joined by Puck’s Matt Belloni to unpack states’ upcoming antitrust challenge to the Paramount–Warner Bros. Discovery merger, Disney’s fight with the FCC over "The View," and Netflix’s growing YouTube ambitions.…

37. World Cup Controversy, Trump Accounts, and DOGE Farewell

    7 Jul 2026 · 1 h 00 min · Episode 732

    Kara is joined by guest co-host, the one and only Anthony Scaramucci. Kara and The Mooch break down Trump inserting himself into the World Cup, and his latest line of attack: communism. Then, Trump Accounts are…

38. Trump's Crypto Windfall, Dems' Anti-Establishment Wave, and the Supreme Court’s Big Week

    3 Jul 2026 · 1 h 09 min · Episode 731

    Kara and Scott unpack Trump’s crypto fortune, Democratic primary shakeups, and the Supreme Court’s latest rulings. Then, they discuss SpaceX backing Trump Accounts, OpenAI’s reported proposal to give the government a…

39. Comcast Splits, OpenAI Weighs IPO Delay, and Buttigieg Targeted

    30 Jun 2026 · 1 h 01 min · Episode 730

    Kara and Scott discuss Comcast splitting itself up, and spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky. Then, OpenAI reportedly considers delaying its IPO, but is that the smart money move? Plus, Pete Buttigieg opens up about his…

40. Meta’s Prediction Market App, Europe vs. Big Tech, and Hollywood’s Comeback

    26 Jun 2026 · 56 min · Episode 729

    Live from Cannes, Kara and Scott unpack the rise of the creator economy, Meta’s prediction market ambitions, and Europe’s push to break free from U.S. tech dominance. Then, they discuss Hollywood’s blockbuster…

41. Starmer Resigns, Reflecting Pool Fiasco, and Amazon Dumps OpenAI Movie

    23 Jun 2026 · 1 h 01 min · Episode 728

    Kara and Scott discuss Trump's mishandling of Iran, and his vandalism claims about the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Then, lots of drama in Europe as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns, and Italian Prime…

42. Trump's Iran Deal, SpaceX’s Wild Ride, and Snap’s Specs

    19 Jun 2026 · 1 h 06 min · Episode 727

    Kara and Scott unpack the backlash to Trump’s Iran deal, and the symbolism of the algae bloom in the Lincoln Memorial’s Reflecting Pool. Plus, SpaceX passes Amazon in its first week as a public company, acquires…

43. The White House UFC Fight, SpaceX’s Big Pop, and Fox’s Roku Deal

    16 Jun 2026 · 1 h 03 min · Episode 726

    Kara and Scott unpack the White House’s UFC spectacle, Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery clearing a major merger hurdle, and SpaceX’s blockbuster public debut. Then, they discuss Fox buying Roku, the Trump…

44. SpaceX IPO: Markets, Morals, and What It Means for You

    12 Jun 2026 · 1 h 02 min · Episode 725

    Kara and Scott are joined by MS NOW’s Stephanie Ruhle to unpack SpaceX’s blockbuster IPO, OpenAI’s public market ambitions, and rising inflation. Then, they discuss the White House’s Epstein headache, Paramount taking…

45. Trump's AI Stake, SpaceX's IPO Froth, and Apple's Siri Overhaul

    9 Jun 2026 · 1 h 12 min · Episode 724

    Kara and Scott unpack the ongoing "60 Minutes" fallout, and discuss whether the real story is less about journalism and more about business. Then, as SpaceX's blockbuster IPO approaches, the company makes a massive new…

46. '60 Minutes' Meltdown, Trump's Intel Chief Pick, and Apple’s Next Big Bet

    5 Jun 2026 · 58 min · Episode 723

    Kara and Scott unpack the growing turmoil at CBS and "60 Minutes," along with Trump’s surprise pick to lead national intelligence, and the consequences of sidelining expertise. Then, they discuss what California’s…

47. Anthropic's IPO, Platner's Campaign Controversies, and Blue Origin's Setback

    2 Jun 2026 · 59 min · Episode 722

    Kara and Scott discuss Anthropic's IPO filing, and how the company surpassed OpenAI's valuation in record time. Then, Maine's Graham Platner deals with yet another campaign controversy, but do voters care? Plus, Blue…

48. Pope Leo’s AI Warning, UFC at the White House, and CBS Shakeups

    29 May 2026 · 1 h 19 min · Episode 721

    Kara and Scott unpack the Enhanced Games and Trump’s planned UFC event. Then, they break down Pope Leo’s sweeping warning about AI, the DOJ’s new probe into E. Jean Carroll, and Elon Musk floating a merger between…

49. Grading America's First 250 Years: America, Actually with Astead Herndon

    26 May 2026 · 28 min

    America at 250 years old may need a new founding document. Historian Heather Cox Richardson drafts a new social contract. This show was edited by Kasia Broussalian, fact checked by Esther Gim, mixed by Shannon Mahoney,…

50. James Murdoch & Vox Media, SpaceX IPO Predictions, and Bezos Gets Defensive

    22 May 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 720

    Kara and Scott unpack James Murdoch’s acquisition of Vox Media’s podcast network and New York Magazine, and what it says about the future of digital media and Pivot. Then, they break down SpaceX’s eye-popping IPO…