This Morning With Gordon Deal This Weekend with Gordon Deal November 22, 2025
Nov 22, 2025
Heather Knight, San Francisco Bureau Chief at The New York Times, discusses the uproar following a Waymo self-driving car incident that tragically killed a beloved neighborhood cat. Sabrina Escobar from Barron's reveals how retailers are adjusting pricing strategies with budget-friendly Thanksgiving bundles. Tech analyst Rob Enderly explores the shift in computing towards AI-driven interfaces. Meanwhile, Nathan Diller from USA Today highlights the trend of cruise lines offering overnight port stays for richer travel experiences.
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Beloved Bodega Cat Killed By Waymo
- A Waymo self-driving car struck and killed a beloved neighborhood bodega cat named Kit Kat in San Francisco's Mission District.
- Neighbors watched it happen and the incident sparked local outrage about autonomous vehicle safety.
Local Incidents Shape Citywide Tech Sentiment
- The Kit Kat death amplified preexisting skepticism about automation and AI among San Franciscans.
- Even though citywide polls show two-thirds now support Waymo, local incidents can sharply shift sentiment.
Use Bundles To Win Holiday Shoppers
- Retailers like Target, Walmart and Kroger are using deeply discounted Thanksgiving bundles to drive foot traffic.
- Do expect groceries to act as loss leaders this season to protect market share amid consumer caution.