

No Mercy / No Malice: Strike
164 snips Oct 4, 2025
The discussion kicks off with the impact of consumer boycotts on corporate behavior and the economy. It dives into the economic effects of government shutdowns and explores how consumer spending drives GDP. Notably, Scott examines historical boycotts and their role in shaping American politics, including the Montgomery Bus Boycott's success. He also highlights the growing power of targeted boycotts in today's economy, urging listeners to leverage their spending influence effectively. The idea that consumer spending shapes political responses is emphasized throughout.
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Consumer Spending Is The Real Leverage
- Scott Galloway argues government shutdowns act like economic strikes but rarely achieve political goals.
- He emphasizes consumer spending drives the US economy, so cutting consumption forces political response.
Disney Lost Subscribers After Capitulation
- Galloway recounts Disney's backlash after bowing to government threats over Jimmy Kimmel.
- The organic cancellations reportedly removed about 1.7 million streaming subscribers in under a week.
Attention Trumps Scale In Boycotts
- Media attention, not raw participation, predicts boycott effectiveness according to researchers.
- Galloway notes Trump's rhetoric ironically amplified attention and helped the boycotters.