The speakers discuss the importance of strengthening and defending democracies while gradually reducing dependency on countries like China. They emphasize the need to find a balance between doing business and preserving democratic values and propose the idea of a transatlantic trade alliance. The chapter also touches on concerns about disinformation and the upcoming presidential election.
Kara and Scott discuss the tentative deal between Hollywood writers and studios, and what it means for the future of the industry. They also talk about GOP attacks on misinformation researchers, as well as the hedge fund making billions betting against FTC Chair Lina Khan. Friend of Pivot Mathias Döpfner stops by to talk about the future of media and his new book The Trade Trap: How to Stop Doing Business with Dictators. And be sure to check out Scott's recent conversation with Mathias on The Prof G Pod.
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