Kara Swisher Asks Scott Galloway the Ultimate Question at SXSW | Pivot
Episode Description
Kara Swisher and Scott Galloway are at SXSW! After Scott kicks off the show with an epic Elon Musk impression, they discuss Elon's business struggles, whether Trump is actually reining him in, and how more and more companies are moving to Texas. Then, Trump's crypto summit, and predictions about whether more companies will go private amid the IPO slump. Plus, Kara goes there with Scott, and asks a bold question about their relationship.
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 7:14 - Elon’s Businesses 19:15 - Companies Moving to Texas 25:02 - Kara Asks Scott "The Question" 26:00 - Trump's Crypto Plans 33:17 - IPO Predictions 38:58 - Q&A
Producers: Lara Naaman Zoë Marcus Taylor Griffin
Video Editor: Julian Velard
Vox Media's Executive Producer of Audio: Nishat Kurwa
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Brief Summary
Kara Swisher and Scott Galloway discuss Elon Musk's business struggles, political influence, and the stagnant IPO market during a live episode at South by Southwest.
Key points
- The State of Young Relationships. 51% of young men have never asked a woman out in person, highlighting a troubling trend.
- Elon's Business Dilemma. Tesla's stock is crashing while SpaceX continues to thrive, raising questions about Musk's focus.
- The Great Tax Increase. A looming tax increase on young people could reshape America's economic landscape.
- Family Concerns in Hostile States. Worrying about family safety and education in states with hostile governments.
- Bitcoin's Strategic Reserve Controversy. Criticism of Trump's strategic Bitcoin reserve as nonsensical and damaging to the economy.
- The State of the IPO Market. The IPO market is currently dormant, with no significant activity expected soon.
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Episode highlights
- The State of Young Relationships51% of young men have never asked a woman out in person, highlighting a troubling trend.“51% of 18 to 24 year old males have never asked a woman out in person.”3:54Mar 11, 2025
- Elon's Business DilemmaTesla's stock is crashing while SpaceX continues to thrive, raising questions about Musk's focus.“Tesla is crashing in the sense...”7:55Mar 11, 2025
- The Great Tax IncreaseA looming tax increase on young people could reshape America's economic landscape.“America is about to incur the greatest tax increase in history on young people.”16:35Mar 11, 2025
- Family Concerns in Hostile StatesWorrying about family safety and education in states with hostile governments.“I'd rather be in states that support my family.”23:42Mar 11, 2025
- Bitcoin's Strategic Reserve ControversyCriticism of Trump's strategic Bitcoin reserve as nonsensical and damaging to the economy.“This makes no sense whatsoever.”28:39Mar 11, 2025
- The State of the IPO MarketThe IPO market is currently dormant, with no significant activity expected soon.“The IPO Market is just literally dead.”34:30Mar 11, 2025
- The Crisis of Young MenA discussion on the struggles young men face in today's economy and education system.“Two-thirds of males just aren't cut out for Liberal Arts education.”43:26Mar 11, 2025
- Reimagining University EducationProposals for reforming public universities to better serve students and the economy.“We need to innovate and recognize the value of vocational training.”45:38Mar 11, 2025
