Pivot TikTok deal gets a presidential blessing, friend of Pivot Julia Angwin's internet Blacklight, and RIP RBG
Sep 22, 2020
Julia Angwin, founder and editor-in-chief of The Markup, joins the discussion to unravel the intricacies of TikTok's new deal and its presidential endorsement. She introduces Blacklight, a fascinating tool that reveals the unsettling data practices of the websites we visit, shedding light on tech's invasive nature. The conversation also touches on Palantir's market strategies and ethical concerns surrounding its partnerships with government entities. The episode artfully balances humor and serious implications regarding data privacy and women's rights in the workplace.
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RBG's Broad Impact
- Ruth Bader Ginsburg's legacy extends beyond gender equality, impacting gay rights and other equality issues.
- Kara Swisher highlights RBG's dissent in the Lily Ledbetter case, which ultimately led to pay equity legislation.
RBG's Achievements and Collegiality
- RBG's accomplishments included enabling women to secure mortgages, checking accounts, and business loans without male cosigners.
- Her collegiality and ability to befriend ideological opponents are highlighted as valuable traits.
RBG and Scalia's Friendship
- RBG maintained a close friendship with Antonin Scalia despite their stark ideological differences, showcasing a lost art of respectful disagreement.
- They even playfully argued legal cases using Shakespearean texts, demonstrating their intellectual camaraderie.