Pivot The Internet is buckling under COVID-19 pressure, Esther Perel on our relationships in quarantine, and the possible Fox News reckoning
Mar 31, 2020
Esther Perel, a renowned therapist and podcast host, joins the conversation to explore how quarantine affects our relationships. She offers insights on navigating grief during instability and tips for being a better partner and colleague while confined. The discussion highlights coping mechanisms for managing emotions and emphasizes the importance of communication and emotional expression in relationships during these challenging times. Additionally, the impact of media narratives on public health is analyzed, particularly regarding Fox News.
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Unorthodox Recommendation
- Kara Swisher recommends Unorthodox, a Netflix series about a woman leaving a Hasidic community.
- The series primarily uses Yiddish with minimal subtitles, shifting between English and Yiddish.
Family TV Habits
- Scott Galloway's family is watching The Simpsons and Family Guy.
- Galloway wants to watch The Wonder Years, but his kids refuse.
Internet Strain
- Internet usage has surged during the pandemic, straining networks and download speeds.
- Companies like YouTube and Netflix have reduced video quality to cope with increased traffic.