Catherine Boyle

In a gripping discussion, guests Ben Shapiro, founder of The Daily Wire, and Senator Mark Kelly, a survivor of political violence, join political columnist Matt Continetti and venture capitalist Catherine Boyle to reflect on Charlie Kirk's tragic assassination. They dive into the chilling normalization of political violence and its impact on free speech. Konstantin Kisin and Eli Lake explore the role of social media in radicalizing discourse. Together, they emphasize the urgent need for civil debate and the protection of diverse viewpoints in a polarized America.

Catherine Boyle, a partner at a16z who pioneered the 'American Dynamism' concept, shares her insights on reviving Silicon Valley's ties to defense. She traces the historical friendship and recent tensions between tech and government, highlighting key moments like the Google Maven protests. Catherine discusses the shift in culture that has made defense entrepreneurship appealing, especially after events like Ukraine's conflict. She emphasizes the need for innovative hardware solutions and argues for a dynamic approach to U.S. manufacturing and defense collaboration.