Levi Strauss warns global anti-American sentiment could dent sales of iconic U.S. brands, and that risk is just the opening act. We unpack five big stories that matter to leaders, communicators, and business builders: Xi & Putin’s hot-mic musing on longevity, Waymo’s tough test in New York, the influencer-fuelled rise of propranolol, Florida’s move to scrap vaccine mandates, and our grab-bag headlines at the end. Practical takeaways for brand risk, media training, product rollout, healthcare comms, and public policy.

Key facts:

Levi’s warned that rising anti-American sentiment abroad could hurt its global sales.

Chinese state TV accidentally aired Xi and Putin chatting about living longer, a hot-mic moment underlining the leader's image and optics risks.

Waymo is testing driverless cars in NYC, a market far more transit-dependent than San Francisco, which raises concerns about mode shift and congestion.

Propranolol prescriptions are up ~28% since 2020, driven by influencers and telehealth, raising questions about oversight and off-label use.

Florida plans to end vaccine mandates for schoolchildren; the show cites WHO reporting that immunization has added ~20 years to global life expectancy over the past ~70 years.

Why watch: If you lead a brand, product or team, each of these stories contains a communications playbook, how to manage reputational risk, control narratives, design city rollouts, talk to customers about health, and stay credible in media environments where hot-mics and influencers can instantly swing public opinion.

What you’ll walk away with:

3 rapid framing moves to protect a brand against geopolitical sentiment

2 media-training shots leaders should practice (and what to absolutely avoid on a live mic)

A checklist for piloting new mobility tech in transit-dense cities

Risk signals to watch when consumer health tools move from clinics to influencers

Who is TJ Walker, the host of Filtered? In this episode, TJ shares his journey as one of the world’s leading communication coaches and media trainers. With over 40 years of experience and more than 12 million students worldwide, TJ has trained everyone from Fortune 500 CEOs and Wall Street executives to prime ministers, Nobel Peace Prize winners, Miss Universes, and professional athletes.

TJ explains why communication is the #1 factor in success, and how failing to master it holds people back. He shares stories from training world leaders, including a powerful moment coaching a prime minister to transform a dull speech into a compelling message.

This is not just TJ’s story it’s a roadmap for anyone who wants to speak with confidence, handle the media, and influence others effectively.

🔑 In this episode: Why TJ believes communication is more important than talent or intelligence Behind-the-scenes stories coaching presidents, billionaires, and prime ministers How TJ built the world’s largest online communication training platform Why Filtered is different: live, unedited, and interactive How you can apply his strategies to succeed in your career

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Discover the real purpose of Filtered with TJ Walker. This isn’t just another news recap or political commentary show. Every day, TJ takes the top business, technology, and culture stories and filters them through the lens of communication and personal development skills, so you can think sharper, speak smarter, and succeed faster.

Whether you’re a student aspiring to lead, a nonprofit manager, or a Fortune 500 executive, this show gives you practical insights you can apply immediately. TJ shares lessons from decades of coaching world leaders, CEOs, and entrepreneurs on how to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.

🔑 In this episode: What makes Filtered different from traditional news or pundit shows How doomscrolling hurts and how to learn from the news instead Why communication is the #1 predictor of success in business, politics, and beyond The daily format: top 5 stories, practical takeaways, and real communication lessons

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