Pivot Jack Dorsey steps down from Twitter, Omicron’s Impact, and Friend of Pivot, John McWhorter
Nov 30, 2021
In this engaging discussion, John McWhorter, a Columbia University linguistics professor and author of "Woke Racism," unpacks the complexities of language and race in contemporary society. He addresses the implications of cancel culture and advocates for a more centrist approach to societal discussions. The conversation also dives into Jack Dorsey's resignation from Twitter, shedding light on its potential impacts on company culture and accountability. Throughout, the hosts tackle the Omicron variant's global response and the future of social media in shaping discourse.
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Crisis Management 101
- Take responsibility and acknowledge the problem in a crisis.
- Express commitment to improvement without downplaying the issue.
Google Vaccine Mandate Protest
Scott Galloway believes the small number of Google employees protesting the vaccine mandate validates its acceptance. Kara Swisher finds Silicon Valley employees generally unengaged politically.
Dorsey's Departure
Jack Dorsey's exit from Twitter is likely due to the company's poor stock performance and pressure from investors. The de-staggered board makes Twitter vulnerable to acquisition.
