Digest

This podcast delves into three distinct yet captivating stories. The first chapter focuses on Kamala Harris's surge in popularity at the Democratic National Convention, highlighting the enthusiasm among delegates, particularly young people, for her candidacy. It explores the challenges she faces in uniting the party and appealing to a broader audience. The second chapter tells the story of Wally Amos, the creator of the famous Amos cookie chain. It details his journey from a successful talent manager to a cookie entrepreneur, his rise to fame, and the challenges he faced in maintaining his business. The chapter also highlights Amos's passion for literacy and his later years spent promoting reading. The final chapter explores the global landscape of dating apps, focusing on how their use and impact differ from the Western world. It highlights the popularity of dating apps in Brazil, where they are seen as a natural extension of a vibrant social scene. The chapter also examines the emergence of dating apps in China and Pakistan, where cultural and societal norms are shaping the way people find partners.

Outlines

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The Rise of Kamala Harris

This chapter discusses the buzz surrounding Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. It highlights the enthusiasm among delegates and party faithful, particularly young people, for Harris as a candidate. The chapter also explores the mood at the convention and the challenges Harris faces in uniting the party and appealing to a broader audience.

00:00:43

Wally Amos: The Cookie King

This chapter tells the story of Wally Amos, the creator of the famous Amos cookie chain. It details his journey from a successful talent manager to a cookie entrepreneur, his rise to fame, and the challenges he faced in maintaining his business. The chapter also highlights Amos's passion for literacy and his later years spent promoting reading.

00:10:41

Dating Apps: A Global Perspective

This chapter explores the global landscape of dating apps, focusing on how their use and impact differ from the Western world. It highlights the popularity of dating apps in Brazil, where they are seen as a natural extension of a vibrant social scene. The chapter also examines the emergence of dating apps in China and Pakistan, where cultural and societal norms are shaping the way people find partners.

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Q&A

• How has Kamala Harris's image changed since becoming Joe Biden's running mate?

  Harris has gone from being seen as a flawed and unauthentic candidate to an overnight sensation, with many young people particularly enthusiastic about her. This shift is attributed to her energy, her focus on issues important to younger voters, and the contrast she provides to Donald Trump.

• What are some of the challenges dating apps face in expanding beyond Western markets?

  Dating apps need to adapt to different cultural norms and values. In more conservative societies, apps are emerging that cater to the desire for marriage and family, while in places like China, apps are focusing on emotional connections and shared interests.

• What was Wally Amos's journey from talent manager to cookie entrepreneur?

  Amos, frustrated with the challenges of managing talent, decided to pursue his passion for cookies. He started a small shop, baking cookies himself, and quickly found success. His business grew rapidly, but he eventually lost control of the company and his name. He later returned to the cookie business and became a strong advocate for literacy.

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