Kara Swisher
Mentioned in 57 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A prominent tech journalist and podcast host known for co-hosting the *Pivot* podcast with Scott Galloway, where they analyze media industry trends, technology developments, and political implications. She hosts multiple podcasts including *On with Kara Swisher* and *Sway*, conducting in-depth interviews with major political figures, tech executives, and cultural personalities on topics ranging from activism and democracy to artificial intelligence and corporate accountability. Her work focuses on examining the intersection of technology, politics, and media, with a particular emphasis on scrutinizing big tech executives and industry ethics.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Megyn Kelly Show · May 21, 2026
DOJ Charges Castro, House Hearing Targets SPLC, Bezos Slams Mamdani & Praises Trump: AM Update 5/21
“Co-hosts Pivot podcast, acquired by James Murdoch's Lupus Systems as part of Vox Media deal.”
Pivot · May 19, 2026
Elon's Big Loss, Trump's Stock Trades, and OpenAI vs. Apple
“Co-host of Pivot discussing tech industry trends, litigation, and political implications”
Pivot · May 15, 2026
Trump’s China Summit, Inflation Shock, and Silicon Valley’s Midterm Money
“Co-host discussing Trump summit, AI trends, and political funding; interviewed Joanna Stern on AI book”
Pivot · May 12, 2026
Midterm Map Wars, AirPods Revamp, and Trump Phone Grift
“Co-host discussing Trump administration media attacks, gerrymandering, and tech industry accountability”
Hard Fork · May 8, 2026
Can the U.S. Rein in Prediction Markets? + Joanna Stern on Her Year of A.I. Experiments + Our Producer Goes to Attention School
“Referenced as example of journalist who took bold independent career move similar to Joanna Stern's transition”
Pivot · May 8, 2026
OpenAI Trial "Soap Opera," ChatGPT's Stock Picks, and Remembering Ted Turner
“Co-host; speaking at Nordic Media Days; recently interviewed Jane Fonda; based in New York”
Channels with Peter Kafka · May 6, 2026
The Internet’s Let-It-Rip Era, With The Atlantic's Charlie Warzel
“Example of creator with special privileges within legacy media organization creating internal tensions”
Pivot · May 5, 2026
GameStop's eBay Bid, AI and the Midterms, and Senate Prediction Market Ban
“Co-host discussing tech industry trends, AI regulation, and billionaire accountability; interviewed Devil Wears Prada 2 creators”
Pivot · May 1, 2026
Big Tech’s Day of Reckoning, Elon Takes the Stand, and the FCC Targets Disney
“Co-host discussing tech earnings, political regulation, and AI ethics implications for business leaders”
Today, Explained · Apr 25, 2026
This Senator has an Eric Swalwell problem
“Promoted her podcast and Webby Award win; discussed AI, wellness industry, and masculinity topics”
Tech Won't Save Us · Apr 23, 2026
The Problem with "CEO Said a Thing" Journalism w/ Karl Bode
“Access journalist criticized for being too cozy with CEOs (Musk, Altman), presenting herself as truth-teller while enabling narratives”
Hard Fork · Apr 17, 2026
A.I. Backlash Turns Violent + Kara Swisher on Healthmaxxing + The Zuck Bot Is Coming
“Guest discussing new docuseries on Silicon Valley's longevity obsession; explored biohacking, ketamine, and health optimization”
Deadline: White House · Apr 14, 2026
“What we stand to learn from Orban’s defeat”
“Featured in promotion discussing longevity craze and future of American politics”
On with Kara Swisher · Apr 13, 2026
Inside the Wellness Boom: Separating Scams From Science
“Host of 'On with Kara Swisher' and CNN series 'Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever' on longevity”
IHIP News · Apr 11, 2026
Insider Reveals the Secret Lives of Tech Oligarch's & MTG Takes Down Trump
“Host discussing tech oligarchs, longevity industry, and political evolution; launching CNN series”
Deadline: White House · Apr 10, 2026
“From a bang to a whimper”
“Guest on Best People podcast discussing what Americans want from leadership in current moment”
Pivot · Apr 10, 2026
Iran Ceasefire Uncertainty, Democratic Wins, and Musk vs. Altman
“Co-host conducting interview; launching CNN series 'Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever'”
Anderson Cooper 360 · Apr 10, 2026
Trump Lashes Out at Iran Over Strait of Hormuz
“Interviewed about new CNN original series on longevity industry, personal health philosophy, and tech wellness culture criticism”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 7, 2026
Trump Threatens to WIPE OUT Iran and Triggers 25th Amendment Calls (ft. Katie Phang)
“Host of 'On with Kara Swisher'; mentioned for Webby Award and interview content on AI and wellness”
Pivot · Mar 31, 2026
Iran Quagmire Questions, SpaceX IPO Plans, and The White House App
“Co-host discussing Iran escalation, SpaceX IPO, and media industry restructuring; recently moved to Brooklyn”
Pivot · Mar 27, 2026
Meta and YouTube Lose in Court, Insider Iran Trades, and Sora Shuts Down
“Co-host discussing tech industry developments and political implications”
Hard Fork · Mar 13, 2026
A.I. Goes to War + Is ‘A.I. Brain Fry’ Real? + How Grammarly Stole Casey’s Identity
“Tech journalist whose identity was used without permission in Grammarly's Expert Review”
Pod Save America · Mar 8, 2026
Gavin Newsom Is Finally Comfortable with Himself
“Tech journalist and author who discussed with Newsom the shift from 'do no harm' to darker tech industry ethos”
On with Kara Swisher · Mar 2, 2026
Gavin Newsom on His Memoir, Trump, and Plans for 2028
“Podcast host conducting interview; longtime California resident and observer of Newsom's political career and complexity”
Mayim Bialik's Breakdown · Feb 28, 2026
Substack Live Re-Air: Can The Mind Access Information Beyond Itself?
“Co-host with Scott Galloway on the podcast 'Pivot' covering politics and technology”
IHIP News · Feb 28, 2026
Real Reason Anderson Cooper Left CBS News Amid Bari Weiss & Trump's Hostile Takeover
“Tech journalist guest on podcast; stated big tech executives believe in nothing, only profit”
Pivot · Feb 27, 2026
Paramount Wins Warner Bros. Bid, Anthropic vs. Pentagon, and AI Doomsday Memo
“Co-host analyzing media deals and technology industry developments”
On with Kara Swisher · Feb 26, 2026
Why ‘Playing It Safe’ In Your Career Doesn’t Pay with VC Bill Gurley
“Podcast host; tech journalist and co-host of Pivot; interviewer exploring Gurley's career philosophy”
No Agenda Show · Feb 22, 2026
1845 - "Slave Slab"
“Media personality; discussed social media addiction and age-gating ineffectiveness on podcast with Anderson Cooper”
On with Kara Swisher · Feb 19, 2026
Inside the MAGA Blueprint for Breaking the Midterms
“Podcast host moderating discussion on election threats and democratic resilience”
Pivot · Feb 17, 2026
Jane Fonda on How to Turn Rage Into Hope: On with Kara Swisher
“Podcast host conducting interview with Jane Fonda on activism, democracy, and climate change”
On with Kara Swisher · Feb 16, 2026
Scott Galloway: How to Hit Trump Where it Hurts (Unsubscribe)
“Host of On with Kara Swisher podcast; co-host of Pivot with Galloway; early supporter of Resist and Unsubscribe movement”
Pivot · Feb 10, 2026
AI Spending Spree, Crypto Winter, and Kara's Message to Jeff Bezos
“Co-host providing commentary on media industry and tech company developments”
Pivot · Feb 7, 2026
How did Heated Rivalry’s Producers Make Their Massive Hit?
“Host of Pivot podcast interviewing the Heated Rivalry creators”
Ruthless Podcast · Feb 6, 2026
Return of Kamala?
“Tech journalist; donated $10,000 to Washington Post layoff relief fund, exemplifying media solidarity”
Pivot · Feb 3, 2026
Epstein Files Fallout, Trump's Fed Chair Pick, and Musk Merger
“Co-host discussing tech industry trends and political implications”
The Tony Kornheiser Show · Feb 2, 2026
“There and back again”
“Media analyst discussing digital media consumption patterns and information distribution changes”
The Charlie Kirk Show · Jan 28, 2026
How the Trump Admin Is Like the New England Patriots
“Compared Stephen Miller to Nazi officials; described as activist rather than journalist.”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Jan 28, 2026
Leftists Melt Down Over Stephen Miller, Katy Perry's Hypocrisy, and Toprah Interviews Mom, with Emily Jashinsky | Ep. 1240
“Directly compared Stephen Miller to Nazi Heinrich Himmler, calling for his imprisonment”
Pivot · Jan 27, 2026
The Cost of Corporate Silence on ICE, Trump's Health, and TikTok USA
the goop podcast · Jan 27, 2026
Scott Galloway
“Podcast host who conducted book tour interviews with Galloway across seven cities”
Pivot · Jan 26, 2026
Is Alex Pretti Shooting a Turning Point?
Pivot · Jan 23, 2026
Davos Drama, DOGE's Social Security Scandal, and Netflix Goes All-Cash for Warner Bros
Pivot · Jan 20, 2026
Betting on Reality with Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour: ACCESS
Pivot · Jan 16, 2026
Trump Threatens Insurrection Act, Paramount Sues Warner Bros, and Apple Teams Up with Google for AI
“Co-host of Pivot; journalist and tech critic discussing business and political implications”
Pivot · Jan 13, 2026
Fed Chair Investigation, Trump's Oil Deals, and Scott's Absence Explained
“Co-host of Pivot podcast; conducts interviews and analysis of political and business news”
Diabolical Lies · Jan 11, 2026
Scott Galloway vs. Heated Rivalry: Who Will Save the Men?
“Co-host of Pivot podcast with Scott Galloway”
Pivot · Jan 9, 2026
Trump's Venezuela Oil Gambit, ICE Shooting Fallout, and Warner Bros. Says No (Again)
“Host of Pivot; leads discussion on Trump administration policies, corporate silence, and merger battles”
The Bulwark Podcast · Dec 26, 2025
Kara Swisher: We're in an 'Eat the Rich' Moment
“Co-host discussing tech oligarchy, AI regulation, and media consolidation trends”
Pivot · Dec 20, 2025
The End of Human Driving? with Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi | On With Kara Swisher
“Interviewer; claims credit for informing Khosrowshahi of his CEO appointment; challenges him on EV goals and mapping accuracy”