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Rebellion in Russia, Titan Fallout, and Guest Jason Del Rey

Jun 27, 2023

Joining the discussion is Jason Del Rey, a tech and business journalist and author of "Winner Sells All: Amazon, Walmart, and the Battle for Our Wallets." They explore the chaos of the Wagner group's mutiny in Russia and critique social media's role in crises. Del Rey offers insights into the fierce rivalry between Amazon and Walmart, highlighting their strategies and adaptations over decades. They also delve into the regulatory implications of the Titan submersible disaster and the future of space tourism, questioning the media's reliability amidst turmoil.

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Revisiting Europe and Tech Titans

30min

Political Turmoil and the Future of Space Tourism

6min

Navigating the Dangers of Submersible Exploration and Media Coverage

6min

The Rivalry of Titans: Amazon vs. Walmart

15min

Leadership and Legacy: A Reflection on Authenticity in Business

2min

Labor Unions and Corporate Influence

7min

The Podcast Landscape: Failures and New Truths

2min

Breaking news: Kara Swisher will not referee the cage match between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. Also, SpaceX is looking to up its valuation, and Meta wants to shut down access to news in Canada. And this weekend’s insurrection in Russia revealed how unequipped social media is to cover breaking news. Plus, an investigation into the Titan submersible implosion may lead to new regulations. Will the same happen for space travel? Then we’re joined by Friend of Pivot, Jason Del Rey on the decades-long battle between Walmart and Amazon.

You can find Jason on Twitter at @DelRey, and you can buy “Winner Sells All: Amazon, Walmart, and the Battle for Our Wallets,” here.

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