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The New McCarthy Era, A.I. on the Rise, and Guest Mike Allen

Jan 10, 2023

Mike Allen, co-founder of Axios and author of "Smart Brevity," joins the discussion to unpack the shifting dynamics in Congress and the impact of AI on journalism. They explore the potential ban on non-compete clauses, linking it to innovation. Allen shares insights from his book, emphasizing the need for concise communication in today's fast-paced news environment. The podcast also touches on the recent political unrest in Brazil, drawing parallels to the U.S. and the implications of misinformation and leadership changes.

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Episode guests

Mike Allen

Highlights

AI Chapters

Episode notes

The Potential of Augmented Reality for Learning

01:25

The Autocratic Control of Businesses

01:17

AI is Real Big

01:55

Smart Gravity: How to Think on the Front End to Be Heard

01:32

Intro

4min

Travel Tales and Heartfelt Conversations

5min

Exploring Tech Politics and World Cup Experiences

2min

Political Unrest and Accountability

20min

Political Dynamics and AI's Impact

6min

The Rise of AI and Smart Brevity

22min

Mastering Smart Brevity in Communication

5min

Political Dynamics and Media Innovations in the Current Landscape

2min

Navigating Media Success and Corporate Spending Solutions

3min

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Accountability and Innovation in Democracies

6min

Kara and Scott are back together! They discuss the new power balance in Congress, how A.I. will and won't transform, and a potential ban on non-compete clauses. Plus, Jack Ma will give up control of Ant Group, and echoes of January 6th in Brazil. Today's Friend of Pivot is Mike Allen of Axios, who stops by to chat about his new book, “Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less,” and the changing landscape of the news business.

You can find Mike Allen on Twitter at @MikeAllen and can find Smart Brevity here.

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