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Every Tuesday and Friday, tech 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. After all, with great power comes great scrutiny. From New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

Recent Episodes
  • Elon's Tesla Board Drama, Microsoft and Meta Earnings, and Bezos Bends the Knee
    May 2, 2025 – 01:07:55
  • Trump's Meme Coin Scheme, Alphabet's Earnings, and Cybertruck's Competition
    Apr 29, 2025 – 01:10:11
  • Elon Steps Back from DOGE, Wall Street Whiplash, and Meta’s Antitrust Trial Continues
    Apr 25, 2025 – 01:23:27
  • Signalgate Sequel, Trump's Baby Boom Plans, and Netflix Earnings
    Apr 22, 2025 – 01:12:32
  • Elon’s Harem, Trump v. Harvard, and Zuckerberg on the Stand
    Apr 18, 2025 – 01:15:59
  • Tariff Twists and Turns, Meta Antitrust Trial, and Blue Origin Girls' Trip
    Apr 15, 2025 – 01:16:23
  • Demis Hassabis on AI, Game Theory, Multimodality, and the Nature of Creativity | Possible
    Apr 12, 2025 – 01:00:49
  • Trump's Tariff Pause, Apple's Highs and Lows, and Musk v. Navarro
    Apr 11, 2025 – 01:02:45
  • Market Meltdown, Tariff Winners and Losers, and TikTok Deadline Delayed
    Apr 8, 2025 – 01:07:07
  • Liberation Day, Elon Exit Rumors, and Guest Co-Host Jon Lovett
    Apr 4, 2025 – 01:08:42
  • Elon Merges Companies, WHCA Cuts Comedian, and Guest Co-Host Jen Psaki
    Apr 1, 2025 – 01:08:49
  • Signalgate, Auto Tariffs, and Trump's Crypto Empire
    Mar 28, 2025 – 01:11:18
  • Meta Tell-All, Elon's Daughter Speaks Out, Cybertruck Recall
    Mar 25, 2025 – 01:09:05
  • Roberts Criticizes Trump, FTC Firings, and White House Installs Starlink
    Mar 21, 2025 – 01:05:39
  • Democrats Divided, Market Roller Coaster, and Southwest Airlines
    Mar 18, 2025 – 01:09:20
  • Tariff Turmoil, Trump’s Tesla Ad, and Newsom’s Bannon Interview
    Mar 14, 2025 – 01:10:44
  • Elon's Empire Struggles, Trump's Crypto Summit, and IPO Slump
    Mar 11, 2025 – 01:07:11
  • Trump's Big Speech, Trade War Roller Coaster, and Elon v. Jon Stewart
    Mar 7, 2025 – 01:17:43
  • Trump Term Limits, TikTok Status Check, and Scott's Presidential Prospects
    Mar 4, 2025 – 44:59
  • Elon's First Cabinet Meeting, Trump's Gold Card, and Bezos' WaPo Revamp
    Feb 28, 2025 – 01:10:21
  • Elon's Ultimatum, Trump's Military Purge, and Amazon's 007 Deal
    Feb 25, 2025 – 01:03:54
  • DOGE’s Chaos Strategy, X’s New Valuation, and Guest Co-Host Katie Drummond
    Feb 21, 2025 – 01:07:22
  • On with Kara Swisher: Why Ben Stiller Made Severance
    Feb 18, 2025 – 01:04:58
  • Trump’s Putin Call, Inflation Rises, and Sam Altman Strikes Back at Elon Musk
    Feb 14, 2025 – 59:00
  • Elon's OpenAI Bid, Trump's Judicial Strategy, and DOGE's Shock and Awe
    Feb 11, 2025 – 01:21:43
  • Elon Pushback, Trump's Distraction Trap, and Disney Earnings
    Feb 7, 2025 – 01:14:36
  • Trump's Tariffs, Elon's Government Takeover, and OpenAI's New Funding
    Feb 4, 2025 – 01:16:52
  • DeepSeek Fallout, Meta Settles with Trump, and Guest Host Reid Hoffman
    Jan 31, 2025 – 01:12:23
  • DeepSeek Shockwaves, Nvidia's Plunge, and Target's DEI Rollback
    Jan 28, 2025 – 58:14
  • Musk vs. Altman, Trump Admin's DEI Crackdown, and Netflix Stock Surge
    Jan 24, 2025 – 01:13:12
  • Trump Takes Office, TikTok’s Brief Shutdown, and Crypto Cronyism
    Jan 22, 2025 – 59:22
  • TikTok's Future, Big Tech at Trump's Inauguration, and Biden's Final Warning
    Jan 17, 2025 – 01:07:05
  • Zuck's Masculine Energy, Bannon vs. Musk, and Wildfires Misinformation
    Jan 14, 2025 – 01:09:09
  • Meta Ends Fact Checking, Trump Tries to Redraw the Map, and the Los Angeles Fires
    Jan 10, 2025 – 01:09:17
  • Kara's Washington Post Bid, Trump's TikTok Plans, and Tesla's Sales Drop
    Jan 7, 2025 – 01:19:58
  • 2025 Predictions on AI, Podcasting, and the IPO of the Year
    Jan 3, 2025 – 01:01:54
  • Stay Tuned with Preet: Mind Over Brain Rot (with Sam Harris)
    Dec 31, 2024 – 01:20:16
  • Prof G Markets: The Art of Spending Money
    Dec 24, 2024 – 01:08:34
  • Meta's Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun Makes the Case for Open Source | On With Kara Swisher
    Dec 21, 2024 – 55:05
  • Tech Layoffs, Midlife Investing, and Parenthood in the Age of AI
    Dec 20, 2024 – 01:03:25
  • SoftBank's Investment, ABC's Trump Settlement, and Guest Co-Host Paul Krugman
    Dec 17, 2024 – 01:07:11
  • Internet’s Luigi Obsession, Biden Pardons, and Guest R.J. Cutler
    Dec 13, 2024 – 01:16:41
  • TikTok Ban Looms, Trump's AI and Crypto Czar, and Guest Vivian Tu
    Dec 10, 2024 – 01:16:28
  • CEO Shooting, Bitcoin Surge, and Bezos’s Trump Optimism
    Dec 6, 2024 – 01:06:02
  • Hunter Biden Pardon, Kash Patel for FBI Director, and Guest Lauren Greenfield
    Dec 3, 2024 – 01:21:34
  • How Trump’s Second Term Could Be Bad For EVs, But Great For Tesla | Decoder
    Nov 29, 2024 – 41:36
  • Bluesky's Moment, Crony Capitalism, and Guest Julie Scelfo of MAMA
    Nov 26, 2024 – 01:34:25
  • DOJ's Google Breakup Plan, Nvidia's Earnings, and Comcast's Cable Spin-off
    Nov 22, 2024 – 01:13:38
  • Joe and Mika's Mar-a-Lago Visit, Big Tech Derails KOSA, and Guest Kristy Caylor
    Nov 19, 2024 – 01:19:27
  • Trump’s Controversial Picks, Bluesky’s Pop, and Spotify’s Subscriber Jump
    Nov 15, 2024 – 01:18:45
Recent Reviews
  • Steaming Stock
    Terrible
    Spend a bunch of time with real people NOT in your office or gay friends.
  • BigAppleGreg
    More Scott Jokes?
    Yeeeesh, Scott. The banter between these two folks is golden. Greatly appreciate the views of both!
  • FuturaEducator
    Wonderful; only needs some context on certain names and companies that are brought up
    Your knowledge and banter are spectacular; please provide context for those of us who don’t know every name in these industries. Thank you for an informative and entertaining show!!
  • Healthy living in CA
    Scott stop talking!!!
    Kara is amazing, Scott needs to stop talking. He interrupts her, mansplains constantly and is overall a drain on the show. Which is bad considering he speaks over 75% of the time. Kara, get a real co-host!
  • Ryry12000
    Galloway is insufferable
    Out of touch wealthy weirdos. Boomers gonna boomer: “Bill (Maher) gets smarter when he’s high.” Yes, they attend Maher parties and go on Club Random. Do you need to know more?
  • changagarcia
    Scott’s disgusting.
    Kara is painfully insecure. I listened because I really want all good things for her but she needs therapy.
  • Calen Ann
    A much-needed reality check
    I appreciate how these conversations on hard topics are approached with confidence and grace — something we need more of in 2025.
  • realfocus
    Debates
    Scott is correct about debates. Here’s my suggestion: GET RID OF THE AUDIENCE! Musk/ DOGE is stealing all the data from the various agencies for his own use with XAI.
  • Walks talks and sews
    Great conversation today!
    I’ve done my share of complaining about Scott, not today. I love when you express your emotional side AND intellectual side. When you do that in combination with Kara regularly doing that, it makes a standout time listening for me. Loved you sharing about Albert Hall experience today and validating how feeling one’s emotions makes life feel rich ❤️
  • Prometheus---
    Baby Boom this
    "In accordance with my conception of life, I have chosen not to bring children into the world. A coin is examined, and only after careful deliberation, given to a beggar, whereas a child is flung out into the cosmic brutality without hesitation". The philosopher Peter Wessel Zapffe
  • Bunny Cub
    Trump is not bipolar
    People with bipolar can be erratic but are often incredibly sensitive and remorseful after their episodes. Trump is a psychopath and has zero mostly. Also, there’s many treatments that stabilize bipolar folks, there’s no treatment for psychopathy. Scott stop comparing Trump to people with a treatable illness.
  • Interested bystander
    Prepping is the key
    Mostly good content.
  • Suzikynn541
    Excellent
    Love Kara. Scott’s a bit cringy sometimess, but insightful.
  • Anonymous29471047391
    Kara 5 stars Scott ewww
    Kara and Scott - love you and your commentary. Scott and your cringy comments about women and other personal issues needs to stop. I’m frankly surprised Kara puts up with it. My 21 yr old daughter agrees. Just stop, Scott. It doesn’t serve you
  • Blumetric
    Swisher Delivers, Scott Misses
    This pod delivers a stark commentary contrast between two hosts. Swisher is the standout imo, her lines of questioning and balanced approach elevate discussions with purposeful, substance-focused interviewing that cuts through rhetoric. Galloway meanwhile, is a letdown. Despite his obvious intelligence, his self-cultivated "edgy professor" persona consistently undermines what could be valuable input. His prioritization of provocative branding over thoughtful content creates a frustrating ceiling for the podcast's potential. The rare moments when he abandons performance for genuine insight only highlight what listeners are regularly missing. He also seems to do little research into material before the show, though both hosts could read online about the subject matter a little more heavily to avoiding defaulting to perspectives too aligned with tech executive viewpoints rather than reporting on real world impacts. Worth listening primarily for Swisher's contributions, but Galloway's style-over-substance approach prevents this from becoming the essential tech commentary it could be.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Rothko[]
    Haters
    The projections are rife and cringy. This used to be a good show.
  • Chuckles Marx
    Fantasyland
    I’m sick, old, deep in debt, was homeless for much of this year, uninsured, have a mentally ill dependent, and I work two jobs. This podcast is a nice bit of fantasy listening, but fantasy for much of America nonetheless. It’s the rich chatting with the rich.
  • Marcnorl
    A dynamic duo
    Love this duo and the depth
  • ProudIUGRAD
    Yes, but….
    I enjoy the smart commentary on the most important issues of the day - I appreciate all of the work you and your staff do in order to put on such top notch shows. However, this rating would be a five if I wasn’t subjected to tasteless, sexist penis jokes from Scott on every show. He is constantly demeaning women and I am often debating with myself if the other content is worth suffering through Scott’s inferiority issues. We would all be better off if he could see a good therapist to help him through his issues.
  • Dmed303
    Long time listener but…
    Caution what’s with the vulgarity? I used to listen with my family in the car and now it’s F bombs,a-holes and overly crude jokes. Prof G is smart and knows brands so is this some type of Rogan copycat ?
  • glimadoll
    Scott - Getting more arrogant!
    You used to seem like a nice and even humble, compassionate person. I must have been quite mistaken in my interpretation. Now, all you do is brag about how much money you have, who you are hob-nobbing with, what hotels you stay in, etc. etc. Maybe take a humility pill, Scott…..it will be much more appealing to your audience. Bragging is not pretty.
  • Ellie11:11
    Smart, Bold, and Brilliantly Entertaining
    I deeply appreciate content that challenges the intellect while keeping it real—and Pivot does just that. The blend of psychological insight, rational analysis, sharp business acumen, and much-needed humor is a breath of fresh air. In today’s world, that balance is rare and refreshing. Thank you for creating a space that is both thought-provoking and entertaining. – Ellie Anest CEO & Co-Founder, Eleven Eleven Winery
  • WillieDickJohnson
    Boomer Politics
    A lot of politics—which is fine. The cognitive dissonance of hating Trump and Elon while loving Dr. Oz and Bill Maher is too “Ok, Boomer” for my taste, though.
  • Bob_W.
    Cry Harder
    Just another set of leftist malcontents complaining about Trump.
  • angrylf
    Ok show but …
    The hosts are SO up their own a**es. It’s hard to listen to at times. Neither seems cool or personally interesting but they sure brag like they are. If you can get past the cringe there is some good info.
  • FORNGJ
    Appreciative - please continue to educate and inspire!
    Value your insights, experience, diligence and passion. When trade between countries is mutually beneficial and respectful, they are less likely to nuke each other. Antagonistic approaches to trade increase the global nuclear risk profile. This concern should be the one issue that binds both the left and the right. No one should be sleeping easy tonight. Please carry on!
  • JTH080
    Painfully insecure
    Kara is unlistenable. This much ego and insecurity, lack of humility and embarrassing sense of grandeur in an older woman is painful to behold.
  • goldlimnah
    One of the best
    I really appreciate the perspectives that both of them bring to the table, and that they can call things how they are without a partisan lens.
  • Jason_o0
    Trump, Elon, Trump, Elon
    This podcast has always been one of my favorites but lately it’s nonstop Trump and Elon updates. Something I can find anywhere and everywhere. Miss the variety the show used to explore.
  • Davy Jones man
    Pivot, aka “Kara and Scott Complain about Trump and Musk for 2 Hours a Week”
    I’ve been a listener for close to two years now. I love the banter between these two, their (seemingly) unlikely friendship, and their valuable insight based on their fascinating careers. But I’ve just made the decision to unfollow the show. For the past 6 months, maybe more maybe less, it would be accurate to describe the show as “Kara and Scott complain about Trump and Musk for an hour,” and as much as I love these guys, I’m just tired of it. It just feels so meaningless to listen to these two people twice a week say “Trump/Musk shouldn’t be doing this! He shouldn’t be allowed to do this!” while Trump and Musk continue unabated. I think I’m just tired of podcasters who are all talk and (little to) no action. I don’t need someone to tell me how bad Trump and Musk are; I am well aware. What I need are people who are actually doing something about it, and who might inspire or enable me to do something as well. And if that’s not what Kara and Scott are interested in being, then I just wish they could find something else to talk about.
  • JCHWI
    It’s getting old
    I have been listening to the Pivot pod for several years now. I’ve always enjoyed it because it passes my test for media. I find it entertaining and informative. But the past year it has become all too predictable. Bash Trump and Musk. Every episode is the same. If I want to hear this I can just watch MSNBC. How about some more news, guests, on current tech and media? Get back to what made you two popular in the first place.
  • Denise/New England
    Lost faith in this podcast
    I used to really value your podcast because I believed it was objective, providing genuine facts rather than political spin. Unfortunately, it has started to resemble shows like those of Sean Hannity, Bill O’Reilly,and Michael Savage, focusing more on spinning the facts than presenting them truthfully.
  • laurainminnesota
    Jen Psaki everywhere yay!
    Loved this episode. JP is great! While SG jokes are groaners most times, I laughed out loud at the sock joke!
  • jcjwmc
    Kara
    Kara seems bitter…..
  • SFGuy25
    Not balanced
    Show has gone downhill. Kara for along time has been really extreme, but now Scott has joined her. For instance, this last show they went wild around Tarrifs and saying the US has it better than any other country etc. Factually not even close. Why can’t they do an ounce of research, tell us about what other country’s tariffs are vs what the US levies and report facts (go look at India vs the US). Takes 5 mins to do research. Instead they blast Trump out of their hatred. Pathetic rich limousine liberals now. Really disappointing I use to enjoy the show.
  • SJFrib
    Interesting people but
    They need to stick with tech/crypto/finance/business commentary- their ‘wealth signaling’ is childish & silly, and, while I enjoy listening to her on tech, politics are sure not Kara’s expertise. Lots of other pods do politics deeper, better. Waste of our time.
  • huron94
    Love love love
    Favorite podcast. Kara and Scott are terrific. Thoughtful and funny. Look forward to each episode. Kara you are awesome, maybe reevaluate how many times you say “interesting,” or “but go ahead” after you make a comment, and “I don’t know what else to say” - you get paid to say. Sorry, all has been wearing on me for a while. Still love y’all!
  • RitterFan101
    Scott is a revolting misogynist
    Oh great, we get to listen to this revolting pervert sexualize one of the leading politicians in our country at the same time we have a literal rapist as president. Scott has zero respect for female leaders because he immediately defines them as sexual objects and nothing more. He’s no better than Trump. And I’m equally as disgusted that Kara just sits there snickering. Imagine being Scott’s student or employee knowing he only sees you as a sexual object. He sees no value in women.
  • Stevey McSteverson
    JFC SCOTT…
    I’ll upgrade my rating once Galloway publicly apologizes for spoiling THAT ONE SCENE in White Lotus season 3. >:(
  • makeart9
    Read the room Scott!
    This podcast would be worth listening to if Scott kept his objectification of women to himself.
  • conniedrum
    Gavin Newsom
    Love the podcast. Great conversations. I cheered Kara’s opinion of Gavin Newsom’s new podcast. I chose the Steve Bannon episode for my first listen and had to give it up about half way through. As Kara said Gavin Newsom was very complacent about letting Bannon pete and repeat his fantasy stories and theories. I could not listen to Mr Newsom continue to say that he “appreciated” Bannon’s perspective. He could have been more objective and less accommodating. So - Kara and Scott - keep up the great work. I listen to learn and laugh - and look forward to each episode
  • Spanky spongediver
    Geez , Kara is the Biden, Schumer and Pelosi of podcasting… go away
    Kara is way over her head as she’s basically a valley gossip columnist.
  • Sshansher
    Give it a rest, Scott
    Two highly intelligent people. Long time fan of Kara. Want to enjoy listening more than I do because they are informed and trustworthy. But the pretension, especially from clout tripper, Scott is abhorrent.
  • prl72
    Time to pivot from this show
    What used to be a good and informative show has sadly turned into a platform that cannot help but continually bash Elon Musk ad nauseam and allow Scott to humble brag about himself and his lifestyle. Boring.
  • jayefromjersey
    Love it
    Scott and Kara have a dynamic relationship that makes the podcast interesting. They make you feel like they’re talking directly to you about what they are talking about.
  • Mme Blink
    Insightful
    Great content
  • Stop chatgptgeneratedriffs
    Scott just stop…
    Scott’s commentary on Forever 21 I. This episode was gross. He should probably avoid commenting on any clothing item making women or girls look like sluts. Don’t get me wrong, no love lost for Forever 21, but whatever women choose to wear.. you just don’t have the right to comment. Also can he actually stop the long soliloquies and actually listen to both guests and Kara?
  • Visc@B@rc@1
    Feckless Talking Points
    Someone please remind Scott that there is more to college than being admitted. Where are you housing an increased first year class? Have you seen what rent costs in major college towns? Sloppy thinking but keep repeating your talking points.
  • Xtoval
    So solipsistic
    I agree with these guys on most things and they always provide smart analysis and insight. But Scott might be the most obnoxious (centrist) guy podcasting. Kara is much better but gives Scott too much leeway.
  • Big big big ttb
    Empire of the Sun
    Your recall of how we learn from how we treat each other - how we have or can do the right thing ..lessons of …. What we thought we had to do …. Creatively ..in this story … offers opportunity for history to not repeat ….why do we keep repeating? Great film … review love you both …
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