The chapter examines the current positive state of major banks like Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan Chase amid the global economic landscape. It discusses the resurgence in investment banking, successful asset management strategies, and concerns about net interest income. The episode also analyzes the behaviors and leadership styles of various finance industry leaders, exploring their approaches to financial policies and social issues.
Kara and Scott discuss Google's efforts to avoid paying for news in California, Barry Diller's plan to revitalize The Daily Beast, and Iran's attack on Israel. Then, Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase are out with first quarter earnings. Is the future looking bright for big banks? Plus, Donald Trump's hush money trial gets underway in Manhattan. How will this case impact the presidential race? Finally, our Friend of Pivot is Charles Duhigg, writer for the New Yorker and author of the new book, "Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection." Charles explains why listening is such an important component of conversations.
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