Topic: Fortune Magazine

The Elizabeth Holmes/Theranos trial continues with testimony from investor Sig Mosley. Mosley admitted he relied on a 2014 Fortune Magazine cover story and the recommendation of Henry Kissinger rather than performing his own due diligence. Kissinger reportedly described Holmes as having "special attributes" and an "iron will," which the hosts find humorous given the eventual collapse of the company.

Dick Pound, the longest-serving member of the International Olympic Committee, warned that the 2020 Tokyo Olympics could be canceled if the coronavirus outbreak is not contained within three months. Fortune Magazine reports that a $900 million reserve fund exists to cushion the financial blow of such a cancellation, which would be the first since World War II.

The validity of "Top 10" lists is challenged, with claims that editors at publications like Fortune Magazine manipulate rankings to influence or humiliate public figures, such as Melissa Gates. Metrics like the desirability index and quality-of-life scores are dismissed as arbitrary editorial decisions rather than scientific data.

A discussion on Mayor Michael Bloomberg's sugary drink ban in New York City, which was recently challenged in court. An editor from Fortune Magazine is criticized for defending the ban as "leadership," comparing Bloomberg's paternalism to Steve Jobs' management style.