Naomi Klein, author and Guardian columnist, explores the dangerous lure of conspiratorial thinking and its use as a political strategy. She investigates Steve Bannon's podcast, anti-vaxx groups online, and what she calls 'The Mirror World'. They discuss the prevalence of conspiracy theories, the impact of technology on privacy, and the power of narratives in the mental health crisis.

Kara Swisher interviews Elon Musk, discussing his rise in Silicon Valley, their changing opinions, and controversial tweets. They touch on his early years at x.com and PayPal, his political views, and his behaviors on Twitter. The episode also includes discussions on Mark Zuckerberg's isolation and an advertisement for Mint Mobile.

Billionaire mogul Barry Diller discusses Biden, AI, and Hollywood shutdown. He shares his views on AI and copyright laws, his support for Chris Christie and Biden, the impact of AI on the media business, monopolies and regulations, the plight of the Hollywood industry, working from home, ESG programs, and cryptocurrency speculation.

Matt Weiner, CEO of the nonprofit Megafire Action, along with other experts, discusses the global megafire crisis fueled by climate change. They explore the role of prescribed fire in managing wildfires, successful examples of wildfire management, bipartisan efforts, home hardening challenges, and potential tech solutions.

Ronan Farrow and William Cohan join Kara Swisher to talk about Elon Musk's unprecedented power over the federal government and national security. They discuss Musk's influence in various sectors such as space exploration and social media, his defiance of regulatory orders, and concerns about his behavior and misuse of influence. The podcast also examines the financial implications for investors in Twitter and Musk's rise in power and wealth.

Imani Rupert-Gordon, Executive Director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights, discusses the intensifying threat against LGBTQ+ rights in states from North Carolina to Florida. Topics include targeting of trans kids, potential rights at risk, legal battles, and disinformation.

DOJ Antitrust Division Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter and Principal Deputy AAG Doha Mekki discuss their efforts in crafting draft merger guidelines targeting big companies like Amazon, Apple, Google, and Meta. They also explore antitrust issues in the tech industry, the Biden administration's stance on antitrust, the influence of tech companies in Hollywood, the importance of antitrust laws in protecting workers and promoting competition, the perception of recent changes in merger guidelines, the comparison between big tech companies and Standard Oil, and their commitment to public service.

Today, we’re sharing an episode of Where Should We Begin?, a Vox Media podcast hosted by the iconic psychotherapist Esther Perel. Listen in as real people in search of insight bare the raw, intimate, and profound details of their stories. In this episode, a Where Should We Begin first, Esther sits down with two friends. They’ve been close for so long they feel like brothers, with all of the baggage that comes with family but none of the certainty. There are things that go unspoken between them, issues they have skimmed over in their two decades of friendship. Esther creates the space for the conversation they didn't know quite where to begin. This session was recorded in collaboration with NPR's Invisibilia and a sibling episode with Esther can be heard on their podcast. Kara & Nayeema will be back Thursday with a fresh episode of ON. You can find Esther Perel on Instagram @estherperelofficialListen and follow Were Should We Begin? with Ester Perel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we’re re-airing one of Blakeney Schick’s favorite episodes: an interview with her former yoga student, comedian and writer, Mike Birbiglia. Aging, parenting by mortality and dying alone or kinless: these are just some of the uplifting topics Kara and Nayeema tackle before the interview. When we originally published this episode, Mike was deep in his latest Broadway show, “The Old Man and the Pool.” (The show completed its Broadway run in January, and will open for a limited run in London next month.) In it, Birbiglia doesn’t shy away from such heavy topics either. Birbiglia and Kara discuss mortality, parenthood, their last words and finding comedy in all of life — even the sad bits. Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on Instagram. We’re @karaswisher and @nayeemaraza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kara & Nayeema are joined by Esther Perel in a tribute to our colleague and friend, senior producer Blakeney Schick, and a conversation about how to live through grief.NOTE: If you are hearing the wrong episode play, please close and reopen your podcast app to fix the issue. If that doesn't work, please click "remove download" and then re-download the episode.You can hear more of Esther Perel on her podcast Where Should We Begin?Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on Instagram. We’re @karaswisher and @nayeemaraza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices