Jonathan Haidt, a renowned social psychologist focused on moral psychology, joins moderator Stephanie Ruhle for a thought-provoking conversation. They delve into the mental health crisis facing today's youth, exacerbated by smartphones and social media. Topics include the urgent need for parental boundaries and fostering real connections to combat anxiety. They also discuss how the digital world influences girls' self-worth and the balance of control in parenting. Ultimately, they offer strategies to help parents guide their children towards independence in a tech-saturated environment.

Stephanie Ruhle, Eliana Johnson, and Mike Madrid discuss the top issues for voters in the 2024 race between Trump and Biden, focusing on independent voters, key demographics, and the potential impact of the upcoming debate. The discussion delves into Biden's policies, Trump's appeal to different voter groups, and the significance of economic challenges and immigration rhetoric in voter engagement.

Bjorn Lombord, an economist renowned for his sustainable development insights, joins journalist Stephanie Ruhle, known for her financial analysis, and columnist Bret Stephens, who focuses on current affairs. They dive into the absurdities of political rhetoric, tackling Trump’s influence and the shifting media landscape. Climate change narratives are debated, emphasizing balanced discourse over sensationalism. They also touch on the complexities of selecting political candidates and the rising cryptocurrency landscape, pointing out the environmental implications.

In this engaging conversation, guests Sean Combs, a renowned music producer, and Bill Maher, a provocative comedian, join journalists Stephanie Ruhle and Bret Stephens, along with Vice President Kamala Harris. They dive into the influence of billionaires in nuclear power and dissect election integrity amid media biases. The discussion humorously touches on unique prison programs where inmates adopt cats, while also tackling serious topics like military protocols and the dramatic political landscape in America, highlighting a possible storm ahead for future elections.

Economists Dean Baker, Paul Krugman, and financial journalist Stephanie Ruhle discuss the disconnect between positive economic data and public perception, Trump's economic policies and potential risks, the impact of high bond yields on the economy, the increase in rates and uncertainty, the impact of AI on the economy and society, and AI's effect on education and equality.

Bjorn Lomborg, a leading environmental policy expert, joins journalist Stephanie Ruhle and political commentator Bret Stephens for a lively discussion. They dive into immigration policies, emphasizing Sweden's unique approach amid Europe's demographic challenges. The trio also tackles the environmental impact of electric vehicles and critiques pandemic-era hypocrisy. They reflect on rising anti-Semitism and its threat to democracy, before advocating for cost-effective global health solutions to combat pressing issues like tuberculosis. Lastly, they analyze Kamala Harris's candid interview and potential economic impacts of interest rate changes.

Whoopi Goldberg, an outspoken co-host known for her candid views on social issues, gets candid about Biden's awkward interview and her frustration with perceived governance failures. Political analyst Alyssa Farah Griffin uncovers the tough questions Biden dodged. Stephanie Ruhle challenges Kamala Harris on her ambitious plans for price controls and affordable housing amidst rising costs. The conversation also touches on New York City's Mayor Adams' recent legal troubles and broader implications of political disappointment in America.

Elon Musk, the visionary CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, joins tech entrepreneur Sam Altman, journalist Stephanie Ruhle, and political figures Kamala Harris and Eric Adams for a dynamic discussion. They tackle the rise of robot dogs in warfare and explore OpenAI's shift to for-profit status. The guests delve into political predictions and consumer confidence ahead of the 2024 election, while also examining corruption allegations and voter dynamics. The conversation is both enlightening and provocative, touching on the intersections of technology, politics, and public sentiment.

Bill Maher shares his thoughts on Kamala Harris's political struggles with co-host Clay Travis. They dive into Harris's avoidance of tough interviews and the implications for her campaign. Journalist Stephanie Ruhle and columnist Bret Stephens engage in a lively debate over her policy inconsistencies. Cultural critic Michael Eric Dyson humorously addresses a mispronunciation incident, while Travis reveals a controversial moment that got him banned from CNN. They tackle the complexities of authenticity in politics and the inefficiencies in education, peppered with lighthearted banter.

Kara, Scott and a handful of Friends of Pivot make some predictions about what 2022 has in store for the Metaverse, China, Apple and more.In this episode, we hear predictions from Co-Anchor of CNBC’s Squawk Box Andrew Ross Sorkin, LightShed Partners’ Rich Greenfield, Senator Amy Klobuchar, author Cory Doctorow, WSJ Senior Personal Technology Columnist Joanna Stern, NBC News Senior Business correspondent Stephanie Ruhle, NYU Professor Aswath Damodaran, author Sheera Frenkel, and actor George Hahn.Send us your Listener Mail questions through our site, nymag.com/pivot and use Yappa to leave a video or audio message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices