Evolved Manhood, AI Isolation, and Billionaire Bribery

Resources

Books

• "Notes on Being a Man" by Scott Galloway - Discussed as a book about masculinity, relevant to the conversation about men and cats, and the broader discussion on masculinity.
• "Rules for Radicals" by Saul Alinsky - Mentioned by Curtis Sliwa as a book his father raised him on, which he used effectively.
• "The Warriors" - Mentioned as a film that helps identify the period piece of the Guardian Angels' beginnings in the Bronx.

Videos & Documentaries

• A secret CNN documentary - Kara Swisher mentions she is working on a documentary about longevity, which will feature AI in healthcare.

Research & Studies

• Research on male role models and boys - Mentioned by Scott Galloway, indicating that boys are more likely to be incarcerated than graduate college if they lose a male role model.
• Research on men needing relationships more than women - Cited by Kara Swisher in the context of family and societal well-being.

Tools & Software

• Odoo - An integrated business software platform for CRM, accounting, inventory, e-commerce, and more, offered as a solution for businesses to streamline operations.
• Photo recognition technology - Mentioned in the context of identifying people and the debate around wearing masks.

Articles & Papers

• "Did women ruin the workplace" (Opinion piece by Ross Douthat in The New York Times) - Discussed for its controversial title and content regarding the impact of feminism on the workplace.

People Mentioned

• Curtis Sliwa - Radio host, founder of the Guardian Angels, and Republican candidate for mayor of New York City.
• Kara Swisher - Host of the podcast Pivot.
• Scott Galloway - Host of the podcast Pivot and author.
• Nancy Sliwa - Curtis Sliwa's wife, described as an animal rescuer and attorney.
• Alvin Bragg - The District Attorney mentioned in the context of potential bribery calls.
• Eric Adams - Mayor-elect of New York City.
• Bob Barker - Mentioned in a comparison to Eric Adams' campaign.
• Mahatma Gandhi - Quoted on the idea that a society that does not care for its animals does not care for its people.
• Donald Trump - Former President, mentioned in relation to pardons and political strategies.
• Elon Musk - Mentioned as a target of criticism by Curtis Sliwa.
• Bill Ackman - Billionaire mentioned for spending to stop Eric Adams and for his business dealings.
• John Catsimatidis - Billionaire and former GOP mayoral candidate.
• Rudy Giuliani - Former lawyer and mayor of New York City, mentioned in relation to presidential pardons.
• Jillian Maxwell - Mentioned in the context of presidential pardons.
• Sydney Powell - Mentioned in the context of presidential pardons.
• Mike Johnson - Mentioned regarding promises about Senate votes on extending Obamacare subsidies.
• Jeff Hinton - Referred to as the "godfather of AI," interviewed about AI's potential and risks.
• AOC (Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez) - Mentioned in a hypothetical offer of money.
• Chuck Schumer - Senator, mentioned in the context of the government shutdown negotiations.
• Ross Douthat - Opinion writer for The New York Times, author of a piece discussed on the podcast.
• Bill de Blasio - Former Mayor of New York City, implied in the discussion of mayoral candidates.
• Kim Davis - Former Kentucky county clerk who refused to issue same-sex marriage licenses.
• Megan Smith - Kara Swisher's ex-wife.
• Dane - Fiancé of a listener's friend, a Pivot listener and tech worker.
• Jude - Listener's five-year-old daughter.
• Julia - Listener from Philadelphia.
• Meg - Friend of a listener who is engaged.
• Yossi - Listener from Mexico.
• JD Vance - Mentioned in comparison to Scott Galloway's number of children.

Organizations & Institutions

• Guardian Angels - Founded by Curtis Sliwa, a crime prevention organization.
• The Gotti's and Binnos - Crime families mentioned in relation to past threats against Curtis Sliwa.
• PBA (Police Benevolent Association) - Mentioned regarding quotas for stop-and-frisk.
• ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) - Mentioned in relation to quotas.
• The Freedom Project - An organization that reviews cases for clemency.
• The New York Times - Publication of the opinion piece discussed.
• The Wall Street Journal - Kara Swisher's former employer.
• Vox Media - The podcast network producing Pivot.
• New York Magazine - Publisher of the podcast Pivot.
• The Box and The Box Media Podcast Network - Mentioned as part of the Pivot podcast production.
• The Supreme Court - Mentioned for declining to overturn a landmark decision.
• The Democratic Party - Discussed in the context of political strategy and the government shutdown.
• The Republican Party - Discussed in the context of political strategy and the government shutdown.
• The G7 - Mentioned in relation to socialized medicine and childcare.

Courses & Educational Resources

• Boy Scouts - Curtis Sliwa mentions he was a Boy Scout.

Websites & Online Resources

• Odoo.com - The website to try Odoo for free.
• Threads - A social media platform where Scott Galloway posted about the government shutdown.
• Amazon - Mentioned as the platform where Scott Galloway's book is number one.
• Nymag.com/pod - Website to subscribe to New York Magazine.

Other Resources

• Snap Benefits - Mentioned as being restored in a potential government funding plan.
• Obamacare Subsidies - Mentioned as a topic for a future Senate vote.
• Epstein Files - Mentioned as potentially being released, with implications for political discourse.
• Qualified Immunity - A legal concept discussed in relation to police officers.
• Stop and Frisk - A policing tactic discussed in relation to its excessive use.
• Same-sex marriage licenses - Discussed in the context of Kim Davis's refusal to issue them.
• K-Pop - Mentioned in relation to children's music preferences.
• The Huntrix - A girl band mentioned by Kara Swisher.
• Soda Pop - A band mentioned by Kara Swisher.
• The S.P. (S&P 500) - Mentioned in the context of AI's economic impact.
• Air Traffic Control System - Discussed as a potential point of pressure during the government shutdown.
• Private Planes - Mentioned as a potential target for grounding during the shutdown to create pressure.
• Autonomous Killer Drones - Mentioned as an example of AI regulation.
• AI Chatbots - Mentioned as a potential cause of suicide in children.
• Pashminas and Power Bars - Scott Galloway's advice for husbands to always have on hand for their wives.