I’m a subscriber & appreciator of Scott & the things he advocates, but I find Mr Tusk to be a bit of an arrogant pr*ck. “COVID wasn’t that lethal.” I guess you’re right if you compare it to the outbreak of bubonic plague, but 1.2M people died, that should have lived longer. I’m a pediatrician with 45 yrs experience, & I saw 42 of my own patients die with respiratory compromising illness- asthma, cystic fibrosis, etc- that would still be alive. Yes, I have a high risk practice. This guy just irritates me. No evidence of social consciousness or empathy.

@andybaldman

2 ай бұрын

A-greed.

In his assessment of our society and its ills I’m not surprised a venture capital associated neo liberal says absolutely nothing about income and wealth inequality and how the benefits have accrued to his political and economic class so dramatically since the 80s. Missing the forrest for the trees.

@shannonstrathman9284

2 ай бұрын

😊o😊0pk9k

@adesinaomoloye1912

2 ай бұрын

😮

Great podcast Scott!!! This guy is super interesting and knowledgable... Appreciate this channel SO MUCH!!!

Very interesting episode about politics, politicians, their motives & motivations. Keep it coming Prof. G!!

Social media also makes you feel bad about humanity because misunderstandings are so common between people.

34: What makes humans happy was decided for them several million years ago.

📝 Summary of Key Points: 📌 Bradley Tusk discusses the nature of politicians and the challenges in politics, emphasizing the self-serving nature of many individuals in office. 🧐 Bradley shares insights on the state of Venture Capital, highlighting the recent challenges and potential opportunities in the industry. 🚀 He delves into the dynamics of the crypto space, discussing regulatory battles and the impact of key figures like Gary Gensler. 💡 Additional Insights and Observations: 💬 Quotable Moments: "The kind of people who run for office are desperately self-loathing insecure people who can't put the public good over their own personal good." 📊 Data and Statistics: Bradley mentions the significant decline in the crypto space and the regulatory challenges faced by companies in the industry. 🌐 References and Sources: Bradley refers to specific companies like Circle and Sheen in the context of IPOs and regulatory issues. 📣 Concluding Remarks: Bradley Tusk's insights shed light on the complex intersection of politics, venture capital, and technology. His perspectives on the nature of politicians, the crypto space, and the state of Venture Capital provide valuable insights for understanding these evolving landscapes. Generated using TalkBud

Thank you prof G

32:26 amazing. Imagine a politician saying those words

Great show My problem with Gretchen whitmer is that even though she would be an excellent candidate I don't think many Republicans would vote for a woman no matter how well qualified

@fastingman4726

2 ай бұрын

She's a Dem

Politicians can be insecure and self-serving but so can CEO’s. Reagan inspired ppl to think of government as clunky and incompetent, but waiting on hold for customer service (if they even have phone support anymore) for some big corp can also be incredibly soul-sucking. Bureaucratic pain points are all over the economy. Not just in government. In terms of corruption, we can say that govt officials are corrupt for taking bribes aka PAC contributions - but so are the corporations for offering those bribes. The super dualistic distinction between govt and private corps is old fashioned IMO. Hopefully an age of efficiency and reliability is ahead of us. Big debate on DEI, but inviting people of very different ages to be in leadership - a good thing - is also a diversity idea. 💡

Tusk's arrogant and wildly incorrect opening line says all you need to hear. Love Prof G but this will be a bullshit interview. Skip it.

@jasonnugent963

2 ай бұрын

Agreed on this. As someone who's worked in small city governments for 20~ish years now,. I see a lot of workers around me who are deeply dedicated to "making the world a better place". Are there some (and arguably maybe a "growing number") of Elected Politicians who are only in it for short-sighted selfish reasons?.. Probably. 100% ALL politicians ?.. No.

@kevdaag2523

2 ай бұрын

I agree that was a bit of a turn off. It may be true for a large percentage, so it's a reasonable possibility to keep in mind, but not universally true. And as for ageism, the best governor CA has had lately was the very old Jerry Brown. There was definitely a sense that he was conducting himself as a true servant of the public interest.

@NoraGermain

2 ай бұрын

I agree. People do not always cling to power, no matter what. Al Franken comes to mind. He barely did anything wrong and resigned, while there are many other politicians who have done much worse and stayed…

@ray-mc-l

2 ай бұрын

Yeah I mean, if anything, venture capitalists give off a worse vibe and should be trusted even less than politicians. VCs pretend they want to save the world when really they just want money. And they can't be voted out when they fuck up our lives.

@adesinaomoloye1912

2 ай бұрын

😮

EVTOLs are not "silent".

Cmon Scott, Newsom? He completely destroyed his state playing politics

@SamHoustonSF

2 ай бұрын

Hardly

"Covid not that lethal". Hard to stomach that phrasing. Better would be: we can imagine something much worse.

Prof G - check out Alastair Mactaggart. The unlikely activist behind the nation's toughest privacy law. Consider GDPR vs US privacy law (or lack there of). This guy comes along and singlehandedly starts a groundswell of STATE regulation. Privacy law usually puts people to sleep but I imagine the certain mendacious Fs you often reference are very unbored by the recent activity.

A misplaced or excessive admiration for a particular person…(definition of a "CULT")

@NoraGermain

2 ай бұрын

Isn’t the definition a club that is easy to enter & nearly impossible to leave?

So…is his “space” out-pacing and side-stepping, via tech , our regulatory guard rails? Seems sketchy at best douchey at worst.

Bradley Tusk is a terrible person to interview. Just because someone can do a capitalism it doesn't make what they say worth listening to.

George Washington stepped aside. Lyndon Johnson also stepped aside. It's a short list. But it would be insane at this point for Biden to step aside. There is no replacement who has been tested at the national level..

Let's hold off on a Whitmer coronation until everyone understands her relationship to big health insurance and pharma. Hint: she's not on the side of reform.

TDS is strong here!

Dumb take. Did Obama give off the vibe of being hopelessly insecure? I don't think so. Jim Comey, the former head of the FBI, said he was if anything too confident in his own abilities. Such sweeping generalisations don't add anything to the discourse - especially when you're providing no evidence.

I wonder if Scott will ever grow the balls to bring on an actual Palestinian since he wants to keep talking about them

Scott is so full of S 😂😂😂 “ I am a moderate” and also “ the economy is amazing Biden is the greatest president” 😂😂😂 he is so in a bubble.