The hosts reflect on their previous predictions about the entertainment strike and discuss the recent deal between writers and studios. They analyze the concessions received by the writers, including bigger royalty payments for streaming content and guarantees on credits and compensation. They also discuss the potential implications of this deal on unions and mention the recent unionization of 330 Starbucks stores.
Kara and Scott look back at highlights from the biggest themes of the year: learning to live with AI, labor strikes, the economic impact of girl power, and a sprinkling of Elon. Plus, what would Pivot be without some insults, squabbles, and humblebrags?
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