This chapter explores the escalating severity of hurricanes due to climate change, comparing preparedness in various regions while reflecting on the political implications of disaster responses. It also examines economic disruptions, such as a longshoreman strike, and their potential effects on the upcoming presidential election, alongside the relationship dynamics influenced by location. The discussion culminates in a thoughtful examination of dating prospects in different cities and the importance of professional success for single men seeking relationships.
Kara and Scott discuss OpenAI’s huge new valuation, and Elon Musk’s “corporate puffery.” Then, in election news, a civil VP debate, and newly revealed evidence in the Trump federal election case. Also, Elon Musk has been a Republican donor for far longer than we knew. Plus, the political and economics impacts of Hurricane Helene. Stay tuned for listener mail to hear Kara and Scott’s dating advice!
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