@karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com react to the partisan messages at Charlie Kirk’s memorial service. Watch the latest episode of Pivot on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

“This was about money. This has nothing to do with principles.” @profgalloway.com says that the economic repercussions of suspending Jimmy Kimmel forced Disney to grow a pair. Watch the latest episode of Pivot on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

“I think the only thing that moves the needle here… is some sort of national economic strike.” @profgalloway.com proposes using consumer power to push back against autocracy.

“Everyone who needs something from the government should realize they are a target.” @karaswisher.bsky.social lays out Trump’s road map for going after media outlets, and silencing his critics. Watch the latest episode of Pivot on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

"This is full oligarchy now." @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com discuss ABC taking Jimmy Kimmel off the air, and the acolytes of Trump who are "enacting his will." Full episode drops tomorrow. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

“I think people are grabbing bits and pieces for their own.” @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com unpack the narratives around the Kirk suspect — and the rise of “violence entrepreneurship.”

"I have been going down rabbit holes around this shit and it is taking a toll on me mentally." @profgalloway.com talks to @karaswisher.bsky.social about the toll of being "extremely online" in the last week. Watch the full episode on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Trump has filed a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times. Two of the journalists named in the suit—Susanne Craig and Russ Buettner— discussed their reporting with @karaswisher.bsky.social & @profgalloway.com in 2024. Watch that conversation here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CKk...

Special video episode: @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com discuss what we've learned about Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson. youtube.com/watch?v=Z9_SOe7tBm4&feature=youtu.be

“What’s really critically important here is to calm the fuck down.” @karaswisher.bsky.social urges caution as details emerge about Charlie Kirk assassination suspect Tyler Robinson. Special episode dropping on YouTube shortly.

@karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com share their thoughts on the 22-year-old suspect in Charlie Kirk’s assassination — and on how the far right is reacting. Special episode dropping on YouTube shortly.

@karaswisher.bsky.social on why she believes Utah Governor Spencer Cox struck the right tone following Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Watch our latest episode on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

@karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com unpack the reactions to Charlie Kirk’s assassination from across the political spectrum. Listen or watch tomorrow, wherever you get your podcasts.

"You're going to see some very aggressive moves from Paramount." @karaswisher.bsky.social made a spot-on prediction during Thursday's Pivot recording — just hours before reports of Paramount’s Warner Bros. bid surfaced. Check out the full episode tomorrow.

“Is it likely to happen? Highly unlikely. Was it likely he was going to get to this point? Also highly unlikely.” @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com debate whether Elon will meet the ambitious goals in Tesla’s new pay package, and become a trillionaire.

“They’re trying to solve a problem that doesn’t need solving.” @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com break down Trump’s push to rebrand the Defense Department as the “Department of War” — and why it could actually make America less safe.

“It was pretty grotesque to watch… All they do is fellate.” @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com don’t mince words about tech CEOs groveling at Trump’s White House dinner. Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

“The two brothers said: ‘I hate you, I hate me, but I like $50 million more than I hate you.’” @profgalloway.com explains what he loves about the Oasis reunion tour.

"...a bullet train of mendacious, awful behavior." @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com discuss Trump's push to send the military into cities, and how he's accomplishing his broader maneuvers.

In case you missed it... The Dawg made his triumphant return this week.

Blame Gavin Newsom for this one...

"The image of 2025 in retrospect will be... the three of them looking like they're little brothers ganging up." @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com discuss the "chilling" pictures of Putin, Xi, and Modi — and what that growing alliance means for Trump and the U.S.

“Anything to keep Epstein out of the news cycle.” @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com unpack the Trump death rumors — and debate whether the president’s health is a real cause for concern, or just a convenient distraction.

And... we're back. 🤦‍♀️ Brand new episode drops Friday. Watch all the fun with @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com on Youtube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

At least one national nightmare is over... @profgalloway.com returns to Pivot on Friday!

Yes, Gavin Newsom has a favorite Gavin Newsom meme. #pivot #karaswisher #gavinnewsom #hulkhogan

NEWSOM, to @karaswisher.bsky.social: “.. I just wanted to put a mirror up to the absurdity of all of this. .. I mean, it’s comical. .. embarrassing .. And I’m glad they’re melting down over it. Their situational unawareness is rather jaw-dropping, and we’ll keep at it.” nymag.com/intelligence...

“I just wanted to put a mirror up to the absurdity of all of this.” Gavin Newsom breaks down his Trump trolling strategy with @karaswisher.bsky.social — and says he’s not stopping anytime soon. Watch the full episode on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE: open.spotify.com/episode/0Rrz... THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER!

"Honestly, I kind of forgot that Ron DeSantis is still governor.” Gavin Newsom tells @karaswisher.bsky.social he has “sub-zero interest” in debating DeSantis (and Sean Hannity) again.

Gov. Gavin Newsom tells @karaswisher.bsky.social he’s launching a memecoin — the “Trump Corruption Coin.” Full episode drops tomorrow!

FRIDAY ON PIVOT! Governor Gavin Newsom joins @KaraSwisher to discuss the economy, Big Tech, public safety…and the most important issue facing Americans today. #pivot #gavinnewsom #taylorswift #traviskelce #tayvis

“It feels like he’s rotting” @karaswisher.bsky.social and guest co-host @timmiller.bsky.social tackle the pressing question: What exactly is going on with Trump’s cankles?

"Are you ready to fight over Cracker Barrel?" @karaswisher.bsky.social and guest co-host @timmiller.bsky.social have a spirited debate over Cracker Barrel's logo change – and discuss whether the uproar around it is warranted. Watch the full ep on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Hurry back, @profgalloway.com! @karaswisher.bsky.social found an adorable new co-host with a great head of hair...

A prediction about... Adam Sandler?! Wesley Morris explains to @karaswisher.bsky.social why he thinks Sandler will (finally) get an Oscar nomination. Watch full episode on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

"How can you top yourself if you're this woman? That's the difficulty of being Taylor Swift." @karaswisher.bsky.social and guest co-host Wesley Morris unpack Taylor Swift's podcast prowess — and discuss what comes next. Watch full episode on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

"If Democrats were so good at rigging votes, do you think that he would have won in 2024?" @karaswisher.bsky.social and guest co-host Abby Phillip unpack Trump's attack on mail-in voting — and ponder what's next. Watch our latest episode on YouTube, and listen wherever you get your podcasts.

"It is nonsensical to suggest that slavery in the United States was about something other than race." CNN’s Abby Phillip talks to @karaswisher.bsky.social about Jillian Michaels’ controversial comments on her show—and how she handled the moment.

“Oh, Kara — why did you put that in my head?” @karaswisher.bsky.social and Rachel Maddow wonder why Stephen Miller’s wife, Katie Miller, has a podcast — and end up scarred for life by her mayonnaise talk with JD Vance.

Today, on a special episode of Pivot, @karaswisher.bsky.social and Rachel Maddow discuss their status as “the Al Pacino and Robert De Niro of lesbian journalists,” Trump’s Alaska summit with Putin, the threat against same-sex marriage, and more. Watch now on YouTube!

@karaswisher.bsky.social and @maddow.msnbc.com talk about why Trump’s Alaska summit with Putin is a national embarrassment—and maybe a trade for Sarah Palin. Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. #karaswisher #rachelmaddow #pivotpodcast #trump #putin #alaska

"The Al Pacino and Robert DeNiro of lesbian journalists." Tomorrow, we have a VERY special episode of Scott-Free-August. @karaswisher.bsky.social and co-host @maddow.msnbc.com talk business, politics, mayonnaise, and more. Watch on YouTube or listen to the podcast! #karaswisher #rachelmaddow

“I think he’d like to come back with maximal gains so he can come back and declare a victory.” @karaswisher.bsky.social and David Remnick break down Trump’s Alaska meeting with Putin — and what it could mean for Ukraine, Europe, and the balance of power. #trump #putin #zelensky #politics

@karaswisher.bsky.social and David Remnick dissect JD Vance’s authoritarian ideology — and why he lacks charm with voters. Watch the full episode on YouTube and listen wherever you get your podcasts. #pivotpodcast #karaswisher #davidremnick #jdvance #trump #politics

@karaswisher.bsky.social has thoughts on Trump's speech about D.C. being "overtaken by violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals, roving mobs of wild youth, drugged out maniacs." New episode out tomorrow. Watch on YouTube! #karaswisher #pivotpodcast #trump #dc #washingtondc #politics

"It might not be a great time to obsess over a young woman." @karaswisher.bsky.social breaks down why MAGA's obsession with the Sydney Sweeney American Eagle ad has gotten "creepy and cringey.” #karaswisher #pivotpodcast #quicktake #sydneysweeney #americaneagle #advertising #media

"It looked a little like grandpa got out and nobody could find him." @karaswisher.bsky.social has some concerns about Trump wandering around on the White House roof. #karaswisher #pivotpodcast #quicktake #trump #politics

We have a situation where people are turning to AI for advice. It’s already happening.” In 2025, the top use for generative AI is therapy and companionship — @karaswisher.bsky.social and @melrobbins.bsky.social ask: what could possibly go wrong? #karaswisher #melrobbins #ai #therapy

“When friendships naturally come and go — it doesn’t mean anything’s wrong.” @karaswisher.bsky.social and @melrobbins.bsky.social break down the three pillars of friendship. What do YOU think makes a good friendship? Watch the full episode on YouTube: youtu.be/UzJH5TsnQys