Pivot Facebook’s Crypto Dreams Bite the Dust, Robinhood M&A Rumors, and Guest W. Kamau Bell
Jan 28, 2022
W. Kamau Bell, a comedian and host of CNN's United Shades of America, joins the conversation to discuss his documentary, "We Need to Talk About Cosby." The discussion dives into the fall of Facebook's cryptocurrency efforts, Diem, and the challenges facing Robinhood amid market fluctuations. They also examine the launch of Tom Brady’s NFT platform, Autograph, and the growing importance of accountability in celebrity culture. Expect humor and sharp insights woven throughout their engaging dialogue.
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Supreme Court as Ballast
- Scott Galloway believes the Supreme Court provided important stability.
- He worries that increasing partisanship is eroding this stability and the Court's respect.
Social Network Struggles
- Trump's social network struggles to gain traction, reflecting the broader challenges for new social media platforms.
- The hosts discuss the difficulties of building successful social networks in a competitive landscape.
Pinterest Exodus
- Multiple Pinterest executives have left, raising questions about the company's future.
- Scott Galloway recalls declining an early investment opportunity in Pinterest, a decision he now regrets.