Kara and Scott discuss how the Israel-Hamas war is getting covered on social media and the influx of misinformation. Then, Republicans still can't decide on a Speaker of the House. Plus, the failed talks between SAG-AFTRA and the studios, Birkenstock's underwhelming IPO and layoffs at the Washington Post. Finally, our Friend of Pivot is psychotherapist Esther Perel, who shares wise words on grief and loneliness.Follow Esther at @estherperel, subscribe to her podcast Where Should We Begin? and be sure to check out her upcoming course, Turning Conflict Into Connection.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at @pivotpodcastofficial.Follow us on TikTok at @pivotpodcast.Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or at nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Economics professor Raj Chetty discusses higher education and economic mobility, the changing American workforce and the need for a $25 minimum wage, higher education's role in economic disparities, promoting cross-class interaction for economic mobility, racial and gender disparities in economic mobility, and creating an upward virtuous cycle through positive relationships.

Declining social media traffic to news sites, Amazon algorithm testing prices, boom in weight loss drugs, Kevin McCarthy's ousting, largest healthcare strike, weight loss drugs impact on industries, debt release for student borrowers, predictions for market shifts, anticipation for upcoming interview

Whitney Wolfe Herd, Bumble Founder and CEO, discusses the power of AI in digital matchmaking and Bumble's integration. They explore the potential of AI in transitioning to real-life interactions and the importance of regulating AI in dating apps. They also discuss Bumble's expansion into professional connections, their revenue model, and the impact of online dating on relationships.

Kara and Scott discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom's choice of Laphonza Butler for Dianne Feinstein's senate seat, and whether Kevin McCarthy could be ousted as Speaker of the House. Plus, the Supreme Court adds two cases to the docket that could have a major impact on the future of social media. Our Friend of Pivot is New York Times Pitchbot, who stops by to talk about his popular Twitter account, and how he captures the media zeitgeist with his headlines and hot takes.Follow New York Times Pitchbot at @DougJBalloonFollow us on Instagram and Threads at @pivotpodcastofficial.Follow us on TikTok at @pivotpodcast.Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or at nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Byron Allen, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Allen Media Group, talks about his bid to buy ABC, the use of AI in media, multiple lawsuits against McDonald's, importance of local content, and connecting climate change to health conversations.

Yoel Roth, former head of trust and safety at Twitter, discusses code drama and Kara's interview. Scott reflects on his mistakes about the Writers Strike. The hosts analyze the impact of the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike and discuss recent changes in the entertainment industry. They also explore the potential influence of Taylor Swift on Travis Kelce's popularity. Taylor Swift's marketing power and political activism are highlighted, along with support amidst attacks from Republicans.

Mathias Döpfner, CEO of Axel Springer, discusses the future of media and his new book The Trade Trap: How to Stop Doing Business with Dictators. Kara and Scott also cover the Hollywood writers deal, GOP attacks on misinformation researchers, and a hedge fund betting against FTC Chair Lina Khan.

They discuss the future of Rupert Murdoch's empire and his retirement, the Russell Brand controversy, Elon's Twitter paywall plan, chaos in Congress as a shutdown approaches, and the Senate dress code.

Benyamin Cohen, author of 'The Einstein Effect' and the person behind the official Albert Einstein social media accounts, joins Kara and Scott on this episode. They discuss the Jann Wenner controversy and the "summer of strikes." The potential sale of ABC by Disney and the future of linear television is also explored. The conversation then shifts to the fascinating legacy of Albert Einstein, including his impact on science, technology, and humanitarianism. They also touch on Albert Einstein's popularity on social media and make predictions about the end of a strike.