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17/12/2024Pivot

SoftBank's Investment, ABC's Trump Settlement, and Guest Co-Host Paul Krugman

In this episode, Kara Swisher and Paul Krugman discuss critical topics like SoftBank's investment in U.S. projects and ABC's settlement with Trump. Krugman reflects on his career and critiques cryptocurrency's legitimacy, emphasizing its links to illicit activities. They explore the complexities of trade wars initiated by Trump, implications for China's economy, and the stagnation in technological innovations in companies such as Apple. The episode also addresses concerns about the coercive power of government on businesses and how tech entrepreneurs' political alignments may undermine democratic values.

Paul Krugman's transition to Substack reflects a deeper desire for creative freedom in expressing economic insights. His critiques of cryptocurrency highlight the ongoing debate about its legitimacy and utility compared to conventional finance.
The complexity of modern trade dynamics reveals contradictions in political rhetoric about foreign investments and trade deficits, showcasing a potential lack of understanding of fundamental economic principles.

# China's Economic ChallengesExplores the challenges facing China's economy, including its declining working-age population and need for economic restructuring.

# Cultural Commentary # SoftBank Investment # Paul Krugman # Democratic Values # ABC Settlement # Trade Complexity # AI Competition # China's Economic Challenges # Political Coercion # Technological Stagnation

02/09/2020Food Fight!

Deli Food…Could It BE More Underrated?

It’s a food near and dear to both Lindsey and Kirk — delicatessen! The two debate pastrami vs. corned beef, dive into the intricacies of matzah ball soup, bond over the joy of the black and white cookie, and Kirk freaks out over how Lindsey has never eaten smoked lox. Hosts: Kirk Pynchon & Lindsey Gentile Producer: Kirk Pynchon Producer/Engineer: Andrew Price Theme song by: Kirk “Dad Beats” Pynchon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

# PastramiA type of cured and smoked meat typically made from beef, often served in sandwiches.

# Delicatessen # Corned Beef # Matzah Ball Soup # Black and White Cookie # Smoked Lox

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# China's Economic ChallengesExplores the challenges facing China's economy, including its declining working-age population and need for economic restructuring.

# PastramiA type of cured and smoked meat typically made from beef, often served in sandwiches.