Brody Mullins, a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter and co-author of "The Wolves of K Street," explores the intricate world of lobbying as it intertwines with American politics. He discusses how lobbyists, rather than political parties, often determine election outcomes, shedding light on corporate influence across administrations. Mullins delves into the evolution of lobbying since the 1970s, revealing its impact on society, and highlights the growing skepticism toward big business. The conversation raises crucial questions about the future of capitalism in an evolving political landscape.

Margaret O'Mara, a historian focused on the development of technology's societal impact, joins journalist Brody Mullins to explore the tech industry's lobby power in Washington, DC. They discuss how Silicon Valley's lobbying tactics evolved over the past decade. The duo highlights grassroots mobilization's importance amid bipartisan skepticism towards big tech. Listeners learn about historical parallels in corporate influence on legislation and the pressing need for consumer advocacy to balance power dynamics between tech giants and the public.

Investigative reporter Brody Mullins and writer Luke Mullins discuss how tech companies changed lobbying, AI start-up troubles, Amazon's robotaxi expansion, and a proposed Texas Stock Exchange on Pivot podcast. They talk about their new book 'The Wolves of K Street' revealing how big money took over government.

Brody and Luke Mullins, investigative journalists and co-authors of "The Wolves of K Street," delve into Google’s antitrust challenges and lobbying strategies. They discuss why a critical antitrust trial took 11 years to materialize and the unseen influence Google wielded over political circles. The brothers share insights on the transformation of lobbying practices and the historical context of corporate power dynamics. With personal anecdotes and a deep dive into regulatory battles, they reveal the complex interplay between tech giants and government.

Brody Mullins, a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter, discusses the secret history of big money influencing government decisions in Washington D.C. The podcast also covers President Biden's stance on Israel and the complexities of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire negotiations. Additionally, it humorously delves into the governor's controversial decision to shoot her dog and goat, featuring a comical monologue by Nibbles, the overlooked goat in the story.