Pivot The Excruciating Toll of Elon's Stunts
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Nov 29, 2022 
William D. Cohan, an insightful author and journalist, is joined by Anand Giridharadas, a thought leader on persuasion in democracy. They dive into Elon Musk's controversial Twitter saga and debate the potential repercussions of lifting bans on accounts. Cohan reflects on the tumultuous history of General Electric, while Giridharadas highlights the urgency of clear messaging in politics. The conversation also touches on global protests impacting Apple and the need for effective dialogue in an increasingly polarized society.
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Apple's China Challenge
- Apple faces production challenges due to protests in China over COVID policies.
- The company is working on diversifying its supply chain.
Twitter's Risky Move
- Elon Musk's decision to reinstate banned Twitter accounts is risky.
- The move raises operational and financial concerns, but Musk can afford it.
Twitter's Financial Pressure
- Twitter's declining ad revenue creates financial pressure, despite Musk's wealth.
- Cohan suggests Musk might be devaluing Twitter to buy back its debt.
