The Directors Guild avoids a strike, Amazon may join the wireless market, and tech companies prepare for 2024 by acting like it's 2020. Also, Apple finally unveils its headset. Kara and Scott talk about the weird world of Washington with Friend of Pivot Ben Terris, author of "The Big Break: The Gamblers, Party Animals, and True Believers Trying to Win in Washington While America Loses Its Mind."Find The Big Break here.Send us your questions! Call 855-51-PIVOT or go to nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Olivia Nuzzi, Bret Stephens, and Ben Terris talk about the potential of a Trump dynasty, victimization in politics, the impact of Trumpism on the American regime, Trump's trials and charges, media economy, Trump fatigue, and the challenge of addressing Trump for Republican candidates.

Harry Litman, a former U.S. attorney and host of "Talking Feds," provides insightful analysis on Trump’s latest legal challenges. Ben Terris, a Washington Post reporter and author, dives into the intriguing role of a DJ influencing Trump – and it’s more than just music. They explore Elon Musk's sway in politics, the rise of AI in business, and how Trump’s executive orders might reshape immigration policies. There's also a focused discussion on the state of political norms and media integrity, reflecting a pressing need for truth in journalism.