Vox & Coin is more than a podcast — it’s a media network built for the builders. In a world flooded with hype, fluff, and recycled business advice, Vox & Coin cuts through the noise with real strategies from people who’ve actually done the work. We bring together founders, operators, CMOs, sales leaders, and growth strategists to share what’s actually working in business development, marketing, sales, and eCommerce today. Each episode dives deep into the tactical, the practical, and the some ...
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Every Tuesday and Friday, tech journalist Kara Swisher and NYU Professor Scott Galloway offer sharp, unfiltered insights into the biggest stories in tech, business, and politics. They make bold predictions, pick winners and losers, and bicker and banter like no one else. After all, with great power comes great scrutiny. From New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Unicorn Campaign: Peter's Cleaners with Vicky Whiter & Clare Gill
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23:32What happens when a traditional, slow-moving industry gets a bold shake-up? In this episode of Unicorn Campaigns, we talk with Vicki and Claire from Peter’s Cleaners—the UK’s first dry cleaner to combine in-shop services with innovative 24/7 drop-off and pick-up pods. Vicki shares her journey of leaving city life in 2016 to take over a small-town d…
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Skydance-Paramount Merger, Ghislaine Pardon Talk, and South Park Skewers Trump
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1:07:36Kara and Scott discuss the Skydance-Paramount merger getting the green light from the FCC, and South Park's timely takedown of Trump and Paramount. Then, with the tariff deadline looming, the EU strikes a trade deal with Trump. Plus, Ghislaine Maxwell talks to the DOJ, Gwyneth Paltrow becomes the "temporary" spokesperson for Astronomer in the wake …
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Epstein Distractions, Columbia’s Big Check, and Tesla Underwhelms
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1:16:14Kara and Scott discuss the news that President Trump is indeed in the Epstein files, and his latest attempts to distract the public from the story, including going after former President Barack Obama. They also unpack Tesla’s underwhelming earnings report, Trump’s so-called “AI Action Plan,” and why Columbia University is writing a big check. Watch…
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Ever wondered why some brands are unforgettable while others fade into obscurity? In this episode of Vox & Coin, Dave Valentine and Jake “The Wizard” Tlapek dive deep into the power of branding—what makes it work, why it fails, and how even the boldest rebrands (looking at you, HBO Max) can sometimes backfire. From Mr. Rogers’ sweaters to Dave Groh…
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Trump Sues Murdoch, Colbert Cancellation, and Coldplay Kiss Cam Fallout
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1:10:32Kara and Scott discuss the Coldplay kiss cam moment that captivated the nation, and launched a thousand memes. What does the incident reveal about work relationships, and letting your guard down in public? Then, Trump sues Rupert Murdoch and The Wall Street Journal for defamation. Who will emerge victorious in this legal battle? Plus, CBS cancels "…
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The Last Drop: The Soundry - Music Retail, Restaurant, & Venue
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55:19Welcome to another episode of The Last Drop – where business ideas flow as smoothly as the drinks we pour! 🍹 In this episode, Jake and Dave are joined by special guest Phil to create and tear apart a bold new concept: “The Soundry” – a multi-location boutique music store fused with a lounge, bar, and live music venue. From gear testing in private r…
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Unicorn Campaign: Blanka with Adam Chuntz
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16:01In this episode of Unicorn Campaigns, Dave sits down with Adam, the founder of Blanka, a game-changing platform that empowers anyone to launch or scale a beauty product line with ease, zero minimums, and minimal risk. From premium North American-made products to seamless fulfillment, Blanka merges the power of high-quality private labeling with the…
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Epstein Saga Continues, Trump Launches Distractions, and Cuomo Relaunches Campaign
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1:16:02Kara and Scott discuss whether Trump will fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, and all of the administration's efforts to distract from the Epstein scandal. Elon Musk’s Grok scores a contract with the Defense Department, and Andrew Cuomo will officially run as an independent in the NYC mayoral race. Plus, the House advances three crypto bills, and Kara an…
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Vox & Coin: Marketing Controversial Products with Curiosity
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43:08In this candid, hilarious, and thought-provoking episode, Jake and Dave crack open one of their wildest client stories yet about marketing products—yes, it involves adult diapers... for very consenting adults. 😳 When a staff member quit over the campaign and awkward conversations abounded, it sparked a bigger question every marketer, agency, and br…
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MAGA's Epstein Civil War, SpaceX's xAI investment, and Trump's Rosie Threat
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1:13:54Kara and Scott unpack the MAGA civil war erupting over how the Trump administration is handling the Epstein files. Then, Trump continues to go tariff-wild, now threatening Russia, the EU, Mexico and more, and he's also reigniting his longtime feud with Rosie O'Donnell. Plus, Elon blurs lines between businesses with SpaceX investing in xAI, and Goog…
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The Last Drop: aWear - Emotionally Intelligent Jewelry Brand
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42:36In this episode of The Last Drop, Jake Tlapek and Dave Valentine kick things off with bloopers and bevs—this time, sipping on Deschutes Tropical Fresh IPA—before diving deep into their latest business invention: AWEAR, an emotionally intelligent jewelry line that tracks your mood and connects you with your social circle based on emotional syncing. …
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Unicorn Campaign: Our Culture Brewing with Shakeel Radford
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31:42In this flavorful episode, we crack open a cold one with Shakeel Radford, co-founder of Our Culture Brewing, to explore how craft beer can be more than a beverage—it can be a vessel for culture, community, and authentic storytelling. Shakeel walks us through the journey of Our Culture Brewing’s partnership with Creature Comforts and how their resid…
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Linda Yaccarino Steps Down, Grok's Rant, and Tariffs Galore
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1:12:25Kara and Scott discuss Linda Yaccarino's exit from X, the major problems with xAI's chatbot Grok, and President Trump’s continued tariff chaos. Plus, trouble at Tesla, a big shake-up at Apple, and Shein's IPO filing in Hong Kong. Watch this episode on the Pivot YouTube channel. Follow us on Instagram and Threads at @pivotpodcastofficial. Fo…
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Vox & Coin: Turn a Branding Mistake Into a Viral Win
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52:03What do a blank email, a shame bell, and a ruined Disney vacation have in common? In this episode of Vox & Coin, Jake “The Wizard” Tlapek and Dave Valentine dive deep into how brands big and small can bounce back from PR blunders, bad reviews, and full-blown corporate misfires—and even come out stronger. Jake shares the hilarious story of sending a…
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Texas Flooding, Trump's Tariff Threats, and Elon's Political Party
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1:15:01Kara and Scott discuss the catastrophic flooding in Texas, and the blame game over forecasts, funding, and warning systems. Then, Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" is now law, so who wins, who loses, and what does the bill mean for the future of the country? Plus, Elon forms a new political party, and TikTok reportedly prepares to launch a U.S. app. Wat…
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The Last Drop: Refynr - AI Tech Stack Audit Tool for B2B
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46:06Welcome back to The Last Drop – where the drinks are strong, the ideas are stronger, and we take fake businesses way too far 🍸 This week, Jake and Dave crack open a bottle of Me Familia Flores Tequila Reposado Cristalino (with a sneaky bonus shot in the cap) and dream up one of our favorite B2B SaaS ideas yet: Refiner. 👉 Refiner is an AI-powered to…
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Unicorn Campaign: Sharefront with Yaron Cohen
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19:28What if retail wasn’t just about selling products—but about creating community? In this episode of Unicorn Campaigns, we sit down with the visionary behind ShareFront, a revolutionary co-retail platform that’s redefining how brands show up IRL. Our guest went from leasing stores in NYC to building curated retail ecosystems—called The Den—where like…
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Trump and Elon Clash Again, Paramount Settles, and the Fate of the “Big Beautiful Bill”
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1:12:15Kara is joined by guest co-host Kristen Soltis Anderson, pollster and co-founder of Echelon Insights. They unpack the latest in Trump-world: a new round in the Trump vs. Elon saga, the $16 million settlement with Paramount, and a potential TikTok buyer. Plus, what the polls say about the “Big Beautiful Bill," and how NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Ma…
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Vox & Coin: FIFA Club World Cup? More like FUBAR.
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50:55So... you’ve got the best football (yes, soccer) clubs in the world playing on U.S. soil, with a $100M prize on the line and somehow the stadiums are half empty. What gives? In this episode of Vox and Coin, Jake “The Wizard” Tlapek and Dave “Definitely-Not-in-Red” Valentine break down the marketing missteps, media rights mayhem, and why Gen Z is ch…
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China's EV Power Play, AI Career Choices, and Time Travel
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51:41Kara and Scott are opening up the listener mailbag, and taking questions from Pivot fans! They discuss why China's BYD electric vehicles are so innovative, and what would happen if the cars ever came to the U.S. Then, some parenting advice on navigating career choices in the age of AI, and how to have "The Talk" with your kids. Plus, why tech launc…
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The Last Drop: Honeydo - Crowdsourced Handyman App
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53:03What do last-minute home repairs, labor shortages, and carbon-negative rum have in common? Find out on this episode of The Last Drop, where Jake and Dave build Honeydo — an Uber-style app for handyman services that promises to demolish the honey-do list once and for all. While sipping Kuleana Rum (a sustainable, organic spirit made from freshly har…
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Unicorn Campaign: Hass Avocado with Gina Widjaja
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23:32In this episode of Unicorn Campaigns, host Dave Valentine sits down with Gina Widjaja, the marketing force behind the Love One Today campaign targeting health professionals. Discover how she led a movement rooted in science—positioning avocados as a nutritious, evidence-based choice and elevating their place in conversations between doctors, dietit…
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Mamdani's Victory, Iran Nuclear Damage Dispute, and Fed Chair Succession
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1:06:38Kara and Scott discuss President Trump doubling down on claims that Iran’s nuclear program has been “obliterated,” and attacking news outlets for reporting on leaked intelligence that suggests otherwise. Then, Zohran Mamdani’s surprise win in the New York City Democratic primary for mayor. Plus, President Trump reportedly wants to name Fed Chair Je…
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Vox & Coin: Is AI Content in Marketing Ethical?
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39:44What happens when a Cannes Lions-winning ad is accused of using AI to fabricate a CNN broadcast? In this episode, Jake "The Wizard" and Dave dive into the Whirlpool campaign scandal that has the marketing world buzzing. But that's just the beginning. We explore the broader implications of AI-generated content—where's the line between innovation and…
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Trump's Iran Strategy, Tesla's Robotaxi Rollout, and Meta's AI Ambitions
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1:05:20Kara and Scott discuss the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, and the mixed messages coming from President Trump and his team. Then, Tesla's long-awaited robotaxis are finally on the streets (sort of), but will they live up to Elon's game-changing promises? Plus, Meta's AI power grab, and the TikTok deadline gets delayed... again. The info in th…
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The Last Drop: Vellum - Luxury Stationery
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52:05What do fountain pens, forest gin, and a handcrafted desk aesthetic have in common? This week on The Last Drop, Jake and Dave uncork Vellum — a luxury analog goods brand built for writers, thinkers, and anyone tired of the digital grind. As they sip Freeland Spirits’ Forest Gin (a Portland-made dry gin with locally sourced botanicals), the duo pens…
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Unicorn Campaign: Kettle & Fire with Niccolò Gloazzo
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22:27In this episode of Unicorn Campaigns, host Dave Valentine sits down with Niccolò Gloazzo, a former Nike marketer turned growth leader at Kettle & Fire, the premium bone broth brand redefining what it means to win in the DTC and retail space. From performance-driven playbooks to brand partnerships that break category norms, Niccolò shares what it ta…
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Trump Mobile, WhatsApp Ads, and Bezos Wedding Protests
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54:02Kara and Scott have a live audience at the Adweek House in Cannes this week. They discuss the Bezos wedding protests in Venice, French President Emmanuel Macron’s plans to ban social media for children under 15, and Meta adding ads to WhatsApp. Plus, chatbots are killing news publishers, and Trump is getting into the phone business. Then, audience …
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Vox & Coin: Marketing Myths That Refuse to Die
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55:35In this episode of Vox & Coin, hosts Jake “The Wizard” Tlapek and Dave Valentine take a wrecking ball to some of the most dangerous and costly myths in marketing—from the belief that marketing ends at the sale to the idea that slapping up a logo means you have a brand. 💡 Spoiler: If your CMO thinks their job ends once someone buys… you’re in troubl…
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Minnesota Shootings, No Kings Protests, and Israel-Iran Attacks Escalate
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1:15:52Kara and Scott discuss the Minnesota lawmaker shootings, and if anything can be done about the uptick in political violence. Then, Trump says Israel and Iran will make a deal, but the latest conflict between the two countries continues to escalate. Plus, the No Kings protests rain on Trump's military parade, and Elon's SpaceX contracts with the gov…
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The Last Drop: Cereal Killer - A Subscription Cereal & Puzzle Box
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45:56What do cereal, puzzles, and a dash of murder mystery have in common? Find out on this episode of The Last Drop, where Dave and Jake crack open a deliciously clever business idea: Cereal Killer – a monthly subscription box that delivers unique cereals paired with interactive puzzles straight to your doorstep. As they sip a crisp Fonio Lager from Ou…
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Unicorn Campaign: Morning Mugs with Tyler DellaRatta
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40:32In this episode of Unicorn Campaigns, host Dave Valentine sits down with Tyler, the founder of Morning Mugs, a Baltimore-based coffee shop that’s redefining the café experience one color sleeve at a time. What started as a playful mug game in an office kitchen turned into a full-blown brand movement — with lines out the door and customers dreaming …
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Kara and Scott discuss the tensions flaring between President Trump and Governor Gavin Newsom over the National Guard’s LA deployment. Then, Elon Musk regrets “some” of his recent posts about Trump, and X lures advertisers by getting litigious. All of that plus: the U.S.-China trade deal is back, OpenAI makes a deal with Google, and more. Watch thi…
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Vox & Coin: Why Most Customer Journeys Suck
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51:15In this episode of Vox & Coin, hosts Jake “The Wizard” Tlapek and Dave Valentine break down why most brands butcher the customer journey—and how to fix it with intentional design, strategic delight, and marketing that actually anticipates what your customer needs next. 💡 Spoiler: If your post-purchase flow starts with a receipt and ends with silenc…
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LA Protests, Trump's Authoritarian Playbook, and Warner Bros. Discovery Split
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1:15:20Kara and Scott discuss the protests in Los Angeles, dig into Trump's escalating authoritarian tactics, and debate how the Democratic Party should fight back. They also get some on-the-ground perspective from New York Times reporter Livia Albeck-Ripka, who's been covering the protests. Then, Trump threatens Elon Musk with “serious consequences” if h…
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In this episode of Unicorn Campaigns, host Dave Valentine chats with Ken Newman, the VP of Marketing at Zebra Pen — a brand that's quietly revolutionizing how we think about something as simple as writing. From songwriter competitions to fortune cookie fortunes, Ken’s creative strategies prove that even the most everyday products can spark unforget…
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