All-In E192: Break up Google, Starbucks CEO out, Kamala's price controls, Boeing disaster, Kursk offensive

Key Discussion Topics:

1. Google Breakup Potential

• DOJ exploring breakup of Google, targeting Android OS, Chrome, and AdWords
• Discussion of possible "Big O" outcome (full breakup) vs "Little O" (consent decree)
• Debate over which divisions could be viable standalone businesses
• YouTube identified as potentially valuable independent entity
• Analysis of infrastructure sharing challenges between divisions

2. Starbucks Leadership Change

• CEO Laxman Narshim steps down after 16 months
• Discussion of operational challenges including staffing algorithm issues and app complexity
• Analysis of pricing strategy and market positioning
• New CEO Brian Nickel's background at Chipotle/Taco Bell discussed
• Debate over work culture and leadership style

3. Harris Price Control Proposal

• Discussion of reported plans for federal price controls on food/groceries
• Friedberg presents detailed economic analysis opposing price controls
• Examination of inflation causes and market dynamics
• Discussion of historical precedents of price controls

4. Boeing Starliner Issues

• Detailed discussion of Boeing's space program challenges
• Comparison with SpaceX's success (13 successful missions vs Boeing's struggles)
• Analysis of safety culture at Boeing
• Discussion of trapped astronauts situation

5. International Affairs Update

• Discussion of Ukraine's Kursk offensive
• Debate over Nord Stream pipeline investigation
• Analysis of various competing narratives

The hosts had particularly spirited debates around price controls and Boeing's challenges, with Friedberg providing extensive data-driven analysis. Notable example of hosting chemistry during discussion of Starbucks leadership.

The episode demonstrated strong differences of opinion, particularly around international affairs and economic policy, while maintaining constructive dialogue around complex topics.