Why is Silicon Valley Backing Trump? + A Glasses Company Acquires Supreme

Scott shares his thoughts on why Trump has attracted some of Silicon Valley’s most powerful donors. He also explains why he doesn’t recognize America anymore, especially since his move to London. Then, Scott and Ed discuss possible motives for EssilorLuxottica acquiring Supreme and explain how the eyewear company’s monopoly on glasses has flown under the radar for so long. 

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