Middle East Messaging, Microsoft's $69B Deal, and Guest Rick Wilson
October 17, 2023
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Episode 448 · October 17, 2023
Middle East Messaging, Microsoft's $69B Deal, and Guest Rick Wilson
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Middle East Messaging, Microsoft's $69B Deal, and Guest Rick Wilson
Summary
Kara and Scott discuss whether companies should speak up or stay silent on the Israel-Hamas War. Then, what Microsoft's $69 billion acquisition of video game company Activision Blizzard means for future tech mergers. Plus, Taylor Swift rules the box office and Rite Aid files for bankruptcy. Our Friend of Pivot is Lincoln Project co-founder and former Republican strategist, Rick Wilson, who breaks down the speaker's race and looks ahead to the 2024 election.
Also, Kara has her annual cold.
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