Pivot

What’s up with the China/US trade deal, why haven’t “smart guns” popularized, and who is going to stream the NFL?

Dec 17, 2019

Kara and Scott dive into the complex Phase One trade deal between the US and China, discussing its implications for big tech. With the anniversary of the Sandy Hook tragedy, they explore how technology could address gun violence and the rising trend of 'ghost guns.' The conversation shifts to the future of NFL streaming, pondering whether Amazon will secure broadcasting rights. Scott predicts more revelations about Apple's dealings with China in the coming year, mixing serious topics with engaging commentary.

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Controversy Over Hallmark's Zola Ad and Societal Progress

3min

Reflections on LGBTQ+ Representation and Media Influence

2min

Reflections on Progress and Societal Change

2min

Trade Deals and Gun Control: A Dual Examination

12min

Luxury and Loneliness: Yachts to Streaming Rights

4min

The Changing Landscape of Sports Broadcasting

5min

The Resilience of Broadcast Media in a Digital Age

2min

Adaptability and Challenges in Business

11min

Kara and Scott talk about the "Phase One" trade agreement between the US and China and what it means for big tech. It's the anniversary of the tragic Sandy Hook shooting and Kara and Scott talk about how tech could mitigate gun violence and how people are buying "ghost guns" online. In listener mail, we get a question about whether Amazon will buy rights to stream NFL games when their contracts with major networks end in 2022. In predictions, Scott says we'll hear more about Apple's relationship with China in the next year.

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