Trump’s State of the Union: “High Chance of Crazy” | Pivot
Episode Description
Kara and Scott unpack Trump’s tariff defeat at the hands of the Supreme Court, how he’s scrambling for workarounds, and whether billions in refunds will ever get paid out. Then, Trump pressures Netflix to fire board member Susan Rice or “pay the consequences." Plus, Democrats weigh their strategies for the State of the Union, investors bet on "HALO" stocks, and Scott explores what’s next for his Resist and Unsubscribe campaign.
00:00 Intro 1:53 Drug Lord Killed in Mexico 6:12 Resist and Unsubscribe 11:28 Trump’s Tariff Defeat 24:25 State of the Union Preview 29:31 Trump Threatens Netflix 41:27 “HALO” Companies 49:55 Wins and Fails
Producers: Lara Naaman Zoë Marcus Taylor Griffin
Video Producer: Rich Shibley
Vox Media's Executive Producer of Podcasts: Nishat Kurwa
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Brief Summary
Scott and Cara discuss the blizzard, cartel violence in Mexico, and Trump's tariffs amid political tensions.
Key points
- Cara's Award Night. Cara Swisser shares she's receiving the governor's award in Brooklyn tonight.
- Cartel Violence in Mexico. Mexican security forces killed a cartel leader, leading to violent retaliation in tourist areas.
- Trump's State of the Union Speech. Trump enters with a 60% disapproval rating, facing a divided Congress.
- Democrats Plan Counter Rally. A growing number of Democrats plan to attend a counter rally during Trump's speech.
- Netflix and Corporate Accountability. Trump calls for Netflix to fire board member Susan Rice amid corporate accountability discussions.
- Netflix's Dominance. Despite challenges, Netflix remains the go-to choice for streaming, even in tough times.
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Episode highlights
- Cara's Award NightCara Swisser shares she's receiving the governor's award in Brooklyn tonight.“I'm getting the governor's award.”1:11Feb 24, 2026
- Cartel Violence in MexicoMexican security forces killed a cartel leader, leading to violent retaliation in tourist areas.“These cartels are so inextricably integrated into the economy.”2:35Feb 24, 2026
- Trump's State of the Union SpeechTrump enters with a 60% disapproval rating, facing a divided Congress.“He's walking in with a 60% disapproval rating.”24:28Feb 24, 2026
- Democrats Plan Counter RallyA growing number of Democrats plan to attend a counter rally during Trump's speech.“A growing number of Democrats plan to attend a counter rally.”24:40Feb 24, 2026
- Netflix and Corporate AccountabilityTrump calls for Netflix to fire board member Susan Rice amid corporate accountability discussions.“President Trump has called on Netflix to fire board member Susan Rice.”29:31Feb 24, 2026
- Netflix's DominanceDespite challenges, Netflix remains the go-to choice for streaming, even in tough times.“You choose Netflix right it’s Netflix, yeah.”34:21Feb 24, 2026
- Paramount's StrugglesParamount faces backlash and challenges as it tries to compete with Netflix.“You think the Democrats won’t do anything? You are wrong, Paramount.”37:32Feb 24, 2026
- AI's Impact on Traditional CompaniesConcerns rise over AI disrupting traditional SAS companies, but evidence remains lacking.“I think that threat has been massively overdone.”45:54Feb 24, 2026
