Pivot Apple’s Buy-Now-Pay-Later, Texas’ Twitter Investigation, and Buzzfeed’s Stock Drop
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Jun 10, 2022 The hosts dive into Apple’s move into the Buy-Now-Pay-Later market, exploring its impact on consumer debt. They analyze BuzzFeed's significant stock drop and discuss the Texas investigation into Twitter bots, raising questions about political motives. A listener's question sparks a debate on the existence of ethical billionaires and the broader implications of wealth disparity. The conversation gets lively with lighthearted takes on quirky gadgets and legislative challenges related to charging devices.
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Fan Encounter
- Kara Swisher recounts a fan encounter, highlighting Pivot's popularity.
- A man, Johnny, double-parked to express his love for the show and take a selfie.
Entrepreneurial Advice
- Embrace entrepreneurial endeavors and control your creative output.
- Kara Swisher emphasizes the importance of owning one's work and pursuing business interests.
BuzzFeed's Stock Drop
- BuzzFeed's stock plummeted after insiders were allowed to sell shares.
- This reflects the broader challenges faced by digital media companies lacking massive scale.