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Politics, technology and the pursuit of happiness. Twice a week, Bradley Tusk, New York-based political strategist and venture investor, covers the collision between new ideas and the real world. His operating thesis is that you can't understand tech today without understanding politics, too. Recorded at P&T Knitwear, his bookstore / podcast studio, 180 Orchard Street, New York City.

  1. FEB 4

    Waiting for the Heavyweight

    Is there actually a mayor's race happening in New York City? Tusk Strategies CEO Chris Coffey joins Bradley to consider the shadow of Andrew Cuomo and how it hangs over the field. Plus, Governor Hochul's suddenly steep climb to reelection, deciding how to pick your battles with Trump, and DeepSeek's scrambling of the AI narrative. 00:05:15] - DeepSeek AI discussion: Concerns about privacy, security, and how DeepSeek may impact the AI landscape. [00:07:26] - AI models: How DeepSeek challenges OpenAI and other major AI players, and its implications for the industry. [00:13:07] - New York City mayoral race: Current landscape, leading candidates, and potential challengers. [00:20:54] - Eric Adams' challenges: His legal issues, polling numbers, and the possibility of Andrew Cuomo entering the race. [00:25:46] - Ranked-choice voting dynamics: How different voter blocs may rank candidates and the implications for the election. [00:34:11] - Governor Hochul’s reelection challenges: Siena poll results and potential Democratic challengers. [00:40:29] - National politics: Trump's tariffs, their economic impact, and how they could affect his reelection bid. [00:45:24] - Democratic strategy: Should Democrats fight Trump or work with him? Debating the best approach. [00:52:43] - Recommendations: Bradley, Chris, and Hugo discuss books, TV shows, and museum exhibits. This episode was taped at P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street — New York City’s only free podcast recording studio. Send us an email with your thoughts on today’s episode: info@firewall.media. Subscribe to Bradley's weekly newsletter, follow Bradley on Linkedin + Substack + YouTube, be sure to order his new book, Vote With Your Phone.

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    Politics, technology and the pursuit of happiness. Twice a week, Bradley Tusk, New York-based political strategist and venture investor, covers the collision between new ideas and the real world. His operating thesis is that you can't understand tech today without understanding politics, too. Recorded at P&T Knitwear, his bookstore / podcast studio, 180 Orchard Street, New York City.

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