Canva’s AI Crisis, Karl Stefanovic’s Podcast Genius, Labor’s CGT Shambles, and Claude Design Changes Everything

Canva’s AI Crisis, Karl Stefanovic’s Podcast Genius, Labor’s CGT Shambles, and Claude Design Changes Everything

June 29, 2026 · 1h 51m · Season 1 · Episode 217

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Adam and Adir discuss Canva's potential missed opportunities, Karl Stefanovic's media moves, and the implications of government tax policies on startups.

Adam and Adir break down whether Canva has missed its golden window to sell, why Karl’s split with Nine might be a brilliant media move, and how the government’s startup tax carve-outs could smash founders and employees. Plus, Will joins for a quick behind-the-scenes update on The Contrarians as a standalone media business.   00:00 - Update from Will 18:00 - Choosing a Chair for a Business 35:00 - World Cup Lessons 41:00 - Karl Stefanovic 1:02:00 - Claude Design 1:23:00 - More CGT Discussion   Join us on Substack for articles, news and more: https://www.thecontrarianspod.com/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hosts: Adam Schwab, Adir Shiffman

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