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Apr 8, 2024 • 55min

Lessons Learned From Hitler’s Rise To Power

Historian Timothy Ryback delves into Hitler's rise to power, discussing Berlin power players' misjudgments, parallels between Hitler and Trump, and how Nazi Germany was not inevitable. The podcast explores the dynamics within the Nazi party, manipulation tactics, and unsettling parallels between historical events and today's political landscape.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 48min

Can Food Save The World? with Joan Nathan

Renowned author Joan Nathan talks with Kara Swisher about her memoir 'My Life in Recipes,' sharing family recipes and discussing the limits of gastro-diplomacy. They touch on the 'Hummus Wars,' Israeli airstrikes, and the role of food in bridging cultural divides amidst conflicts like the Israel-Hamas War.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 53min

"Food, Feminism, and Fury" with Geraldine DeRuiter

Author Geraldine DeRuiter discusses her book 'If You Can’t Take the Heat: Tales of Food, Feminism, and Fury' with Kara Swisher. They delve into sexism in the food industry, societal stigmas around beauty and food, and the challenges women face in expressing anger and emotions. The conversation also touches on weight loss drugs, societal perceptions on food and body image, and the importance of embracing a healthier approach to eating.
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Mar 28, 2024 • 54min

Life Lessons from Tech Titans (Kara in conversation with Brené Brown)

Researcher and vulnerability expert Brené Brown interviews Kara Swisher about life lessons from tech titans, discussing the dangers of nice guys like Mark Zuckerberg and disappointment with Elon Musk. The conversation touches on mortality, creativity, decision-making, misinformation spread by tech companies, and the balance between productivity and prickishness in Silicon Valley.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 58min

Much Ado About TikTok

Debate on banning TikTok in the US, divestment efforts, data privacy concerns, TikTok's social media innovation, and the implications of a federal data privacy law on American companies are discussed in a lively and informative manner.
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Mar 21, 2024 • 60min

Reddit CEO Steve Huffman on the IPO

Reddit's CEO discusses the platform's IPO, WallStreetBets hype, and monetization strategy. They touch on user-generated content for AI training, adult content management, community moderation, and Reddit's evolution from a link-sharing platform to a community hub.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 51min

Margrethe Vestager Shows Tech Gatekeepers The Door

Margrethe Vestager discusses EU antitrust lawsuits, tech regulations impact on innovation, AI Act, and her future plans. Explore Epic Games vs. Apple, gatekeeper status, fee dynamics, challenges in dealing with tech gatekeepers, and regulation in the digital space. Dive into AI regulation, enforcement, and comparing US vs. EU regulatory approaches.
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Mar 15, 2024 • 44min

"Burn Book" Takes SxSW, with "Mensch" Mark Cuban

Kara Swisher and Mark Cuban discuss the lack of women in Burn Book, why TikTok's algorithm may deter buyers, and the challenges in the tech industry. They reflect on personal identity decisions, diversity in Silicon Valley, and the impact of influential women like Sheryl Sandberg.
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Mar 14, 2024 • 49min

More Burn Book with Ted Sarandos

Kara Swisher chats with Ted Sarandos about the absurd tech culture of the past, media disruption, and their personal journeys. They discuss issues like gender diversity in tech, responsible AI, and the influence of tech giants in the media industry.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 46min

How did Kara Scoop OpenAI, and More on Burn Book (with Sam Altman)

Kara Swisher chats with OpenAI's Sam Altman, discussing last year's drama, Elon Musk's lawsuit, and tech industry divisions. They cover the OpenAI lawsuit, profit motives, privacy protection, tech industry attitudes, self-deception, challenges of AI innovation, and media struggles in tech journalism.

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