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With great power, comes great scrutiny. Every Tuesday and Friday, journalist Kara Swisher and NYU Professor Scott Galloway offer sharp, unfiltered insights into the biggest stories in tech, business, and politics. They make bold predictions, pick winners and losers, and bicker and banter like no one else. From New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
The U.S. military will implement annual testosterone screenings for service members aged 30 and older, with voluntary testing available for younger troops. Those found with low levels will be offered hormone replacement therapy as part of a new program.
Scott Galloway has voiced strong criticism of the U.S. military's new initiative to screen service members for testosterone levels. He argues that the problem is not low testosterone but a lack of purpose, education, work, and relationships among young men.
Elon Musk may have broken Wisconsin law by promising $1 million checks to voters in the 2020 election, according to the Wisconsin Election Commission. A bipartisan panel found probable cause that Musk violated a state law prohibiting offering anything of value to influence votes.
Kara Swisher shared her positive review of the film "The Odyssey," describing it as "great" and noting its reliance on real actors rather than extensive CGI or AI. She mentioned watching it with Casey Newton after dinner at her son's workplace.
Scott Galloway predicted Spain to win the World Cup final against Argentina. He mentioned that he would be attending the game thanks to an invitation from "ABM Bev."
Kara Swisher commented on the stunt casting in "The Odyssey," suggesting that some of the well-known actors' brief appearances might not have been ideal. She specifically mentioned Shirley MacLaine's role as Calypso.
Anthony Scaramucci claims Donald Trump's social media platform, Truth Social, is preparing for an IPO. He suggests the stock could be highly volatile, comparing its potential movement to that of Dogecoin.
Kara Swisher discusses the unusual celebrity guest list at Taylor Swift's wedding, noting Adam Sandler as the officiant. Anthony Scaramucci praised the originality and authenticity of the event and highlighted the couple's significant donation to City Harvest.
Scott Galloway revealed some of the guest hosts who will be filling in for Kara Swisher while she is away. Among them is Anthony Scaramucci, also known as 'The Mooch.' Galloway expressed a humorous concern that The Mooch's appearances might boost download numbers.
Scott Galloway shared a piece of advice he often gives to young men, which he attributes to Dan Harris: 'Action absorbs anxiety.' He explained that when feeling anxious about something, taking immediate action can help alleviate those feelings.
Scott Galloway recounted an incident where a crude joke he told before a meeting with the chief investment officer of JP Morgan, Michael, offended him. Galloway declared he would only tell dad jokes until Michael accepted his apology, emphasizing the importance of apologizing when upsetting others.
Kara Swisher and Scott Galloway briefly discussed their upcoming Fourth of July holiday plans. Galloway mentioned he would be on a boat around Sardinia, while Swisher humorously stated she was going to a tractor parade.
Comcast has announced an increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.30 per share, signaling confidence in its financial health. The company cited robust subscriber growth and diversified revenue streams as key drivers for this decision.
Sources indicate that OpenAI is exploring the possibility of delaying its planned Initial Public Offering due to current market conditions. The company is reportedly reassessing the timing to ensure a more favorable market reception for its shares.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is reportedly facing increased scrutiny regarding his campaign's funding sources. Details emerged suggesting potential irregularities in the contributions received during his past electoral campaigns.