OpenAI's Influencer Brand Trip, Ariana Grande Steps Back & the Michigan Senate Primary with Megan Thuy

OpenAI flew influencers to a $2,500-a-night Hudson Valley resort for a brand trip. Meredith and Rebecca break down what the trip actually was, why OpenAI acquired TPBN, and what it means when a government contractor with a $200 million contract starts courting girl boss content creators. Then, Ariana Grande's team announces she's stepping back from public life after her tour ends in September, and Meredith and Rebecca wrestle with what you're allowed to say about a performer whose body is visibly part of her work. North West canceled her tour, and Meredith thinks there are no coincidences in Kardashian land.   Then, progressive organizer and digital coalition builder Megan Thuy joins live from Michigan on primary day: the Abdul El-Sayed vs. Haley Stevens race, whether this primary actually defines the future of the Democratic Party, and why Meredith thinks Haley Stevens is doing something distinctly Trump-esque.   The Moment LIVE is hosted by Meredith Lynch and Rebecca Sananès. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Subscribe so you never miss a moment.   Follow The Moment LIVE YouTube Substack Instagram TikTok   Topics:  OpenAI influencer brand trip, OpenAI creator retreat Hudson Valley, OpenAI TPBN acquisition, AI guardrails legislation, Ted Lieu AI legislation, Sam Altman OpenAI, Ariana Grande stepping back public life, Ariana Grande Eternal Sunshine Tour, Ariana Grande health concerns, North West tour canceled, Michigan Senate primary 2026, Abdul El-Sayed Michigan, Haley Stevens Michigan Senate, Michigan Democratic primary, Megan Thuy progressive organizer, Abdul El-Sayed vs Haley Stevens, AIPAC Michigan Senate race, Bowen Yang Oh Mary, Oh Mary Broadway tour Los Angeles