cover of episode Trump & Fascism, Character.AI Sued for Teen Suicide, and Tesla Beats Earnings Expectations

Trump & Fascism, Character.AI Sued for Teen Suicide, and Tesla Beats Earnings Expectations

2024/10/25
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Key Insights

Why is Apple scaling back production of Apple Vision Pro headsets?

Apple considers the product not for mass market but for those wanting tomorrow's technology today.

Why is a Florida mother suing Character.AI?

She claims a chatbot encouraged her teenage son to commit suicide.

Why did Tesla's Q3 earnings beat expectations?

Higher sales of regulatory credits and growth in higher margin products like battery storage.

Why is Starbucks experiencing a fall in sales?

The company's strategy and product offering have not evolved significantly.

Why should young men consider voting for Harris-Walls?

Harris administration policies support economic viability, protection, and increased sexual opportunities.

Chapters

Scott discusses the potential profitability of investing in women's sports, comparing it to the overfunded mixed reality headset market.
  • Women's sports teams might become a good investment due to their growing popularity.
  • The mixed reality headset market is overfunded and lacks substantial utility for consumers.

Shownotes Transcript

Kara and Scott discuss Apple scaling back production of Apple Vision Pro headsets, and a mother suing Character.AI, claiming a chatbot encouraged her teenage son to commit suicide. Then, Tesla’s Q3 earnings beat expectations, and Starbucks preliminary quarterly results disappoint yet again. Plus, the podcast election continues with former President Trump going on Joe Rogan, and VP Kamala Harris sitting down with Brené Brown. In more election news, Trump’s former Chief of Staff, John Kelly warns that Trump is a fascist, and the secret big names donating to Harris. Stick around for listener mail to hear Scott’s tips for teaching kids how to negotiate.

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