Netflix Shakeup, More Tech Layoffs, and Guest Cory Doctorow

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TSA Chaos, Iran War Whiplash, and White House AI Plan

Kara and Scott break down the growing chaos at U.S. airports, as the Trump administration deploys ICE agents to help manage hours-long TSA lines during the DHS shutdown. Then, they unpack Trump’s latest moves on Iran, and the impact on oil prices, markets, and EVs. Plus, Elon Mus ...  Show more

Trump Bullies Allies, Powell Stays Put, and Kalshi Faces Criminal Charges

Kara and Scott unpack Trump lashing out at U.S. allies over Iran, rising oil prices, and the Pentagon's new spending request. Then, Fed Chair Jerome Powell says he'll stay on as Fed Chair until his successor is in place, while Bob Iger passes the Disney CEO baton (again). Plus, M ...  Show more

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