Pivot

Trump's Truth Social Gamble, NBC's Ronna Revolt, and Guest Jim Sciutto

14 snips
Mar 26, 2024
Jim Sciutto, CNN's Chief National Security Analyst and author of "The Return of Great Powers," joins the discussion to delve into geopolitical tensions and the recent attack in Moscow, exposing vulnerabilities in Putin's regime. He warns of a looming '1939 moment' for the U.S. and its allies, emphasizing the significance of evolving dynamics with Russia and China. The conversation also touches on Trump’s Truth Social and its potential financial impact following its public offering, alongside broader reflections on media accountability and the implications of antitrust concerns in tech.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
INSIGHT

Political Pundits and Credibility

  • Media outlets often hire former political figures as analysts.
  • However, McDaniel's extreme shift in stance raises concerns about credibility and journalistic standards.
ANECDOTE

Ronna McDaniel's Credibility

  • NBC News hired Ronna McDaniel, former RNC chair, as a political analyst, causing internal backlash.
  • Chuck Todd cited "credibility issues", as McDaniel previously denied election results but now accepts them.
ANECDOTE

Boeing Leadership Shakeup

  • Boeing CEO David Calhoun is stepping down after multiple plane safety failures, including a door plug incident.
  • The FAA also found numerous production issues, prompting a rapid leadership change.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app