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Disney's "Epic" Deal, Biden's Memory, and Guests Zoë Schiffer and Kurt Wagner

Feb 13, 2024
Zoë Schiffer, Managing Editor of Platformer and author of a deep dive into Elon Musk's Twitter, joins Kurt Wagner, a social media reporter for Bloomberg known for his insights on the Twitter saga. They explore Disney's major $1.5 billion investment in Epic Games, examining its strategic implications. The duo also discusses the challenges surrounding President Biden's public perception and cognitive abilities, weaving in the cultural influence of figures like Taylor Swift. Their conversation offers a fresh perspective on tech, leadership, and the evolving media landscape.
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Quick takeaways

  • Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter resulted in clashes between his hardcore efficiency vision and the creative and collaborative nature of the company.
  • Musk's product decisions were driven by his personal experiences, often disregarding the needs of average users.

Deep dives

Jack Dorsey's admiration for Elon Musk and the push for private ownership

Jack Dorsey admired Elon Musk and saw the acquisition of Twitter as a way to take the company private. However, the business problems of Twitter were already apparent before Musk's involvement.

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