We’ve made it to our final episode of 2023! Please enjoy as we highlight a few of the blue flame thinkers who joined us on the pod this year. Episodes in order of guest appearances: Conversation with Mustafa Suleyman — The Proliferation of AI & the Next Wave of Technology The Promises and Perils of Neurotechnology – with Nita Farahany Behind the Scenes of SVB’s Collapse + A Vision for America — with Ro Khanna The State of Play: Markets, Economy, and Ukraine & China’s Growing Power, US Di...
Dec 21, 2023•19 min•Ep. 280
Scott gives entrepreneurial marketing advice, speaking as to why startups should focus on creating an exceptional product over spending on marketing. He then discusses how to deal with management teams within your company when employees keep getting poached. He wraps up by advising a listener who is speaking to their nephew’s high school class about their career path in entrepreneurship. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...
Dec 20, 2023•15 min
Scott shares his thoughts on why Google lost Epic’s lawsuit, while Apple was able to win in a similar case. He then discusses what it means to devalue a currency, and whether or not Argentina can turn its economy around. Finally, he breaks down the largest sports contract in history, and explains what working professionals can learn from it when it comes time to negotiate compensation. Have a prediction for 2024? Send us a voice recording at officehours@profgmedia.com Learn more about your ad ch...
Dec 18, 2023•41 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/prof-g-person-of-the-year/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 16, 2023•22 min
Dr. Peter Attia, the founder of Early Medical and the author of the #1 New York Times Bestseller, Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity, joins Scott to discuss how to live a healthier life, specifically from a physical, cognitive, and emotional perspective. Scott opens with his thoughts on Google losing an antitrust case, why Macy’s is up for sale, and why higher education institutions need to draw a line. Algebra of Happiness: when not to make decisions. P.S. You can access Scott’s free bra...
Dec 14, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 279
Scott discusses the trends around cause-based marketing, speaking as to why companies should avoid making statements on social issues. He then gives advice to a listener wondering whether to move to a bigger city for career opportunities. He wraps up with his thoughts on navigating conversations about career goals and aspirations with a manager, particularly when aiming to advance to their position. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...
Dec 13, 2023•19 min
Scott breaks down his wins and loses amid crypto’s bull market this year. He also shares his thoughts on the state of the airline industry and whether or not Hawaiian Airlines could make a good merger arbitrage trade. Finally, he and Ed discuss why Elon Musk needs to raise $1 billion for his AI company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 11, 2023•40 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/firewater/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 09, 2023•20 min
Dan Senor, a former White House foreign policy advisor and the bestselling author of “The Genius Of Israel: The Surprising Resilience of a Divided Nation in a Turbulent World,” joins Scott to discuss the global response we’ve seen thus far from the war in Israel. Scott opens with his thoughts on consolidation. Algebra of Happiness: caring for others. P.S. You can access Scott’s free brand strategy course for mobile at profgcourse.com/pod . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...
Dec 07, 2023•55 min•Ep. 278
Scott gives advice to a listener looking to buy a home for the first time and shares his thoughts on where mortgage rates are headed. He then discusses why he decided to pull The Prof G Pod from Spotify back in 2022, and then returned a year later. He wraps up with his thoughts on how to get back out there after a breakup. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Dec 06, 2023•21 min
Scott shares his thoughts on the contradicting narratives around Goldman and Apple’s partnership. He also discusses the fast fashion industry and its externalities. Finally, he takes a look at Charlie Munger’s legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 04, 2023•42 min
Ed speaks with Ryan Petersen, the founder and CEO of Flexport, a supply chain management company. They discuss logistics, the company’s $8 billion valuation, finding fame as an entrepreneur, and how Ryan thinks about money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 03, 2023•43 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/mammon/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 02, 2023•18 min
Mike Birbiglia, a comedian, storyteller, director, and actor, joins Scott to discuss his approach to storytelling, and how he thinks about mortality, comedy, and fatherhood. Follow Mike on Instagram, @birbigs . His latest special, The Old Man & the Pool, is out now on Netflix. Scott opens with his thoughts on the second-order effects that might follow the Sam Altman debacle. He also shares why he wants Shein to have a successful IPO. Algebra of Happiness: Less is more. P.S. You can access Sc...
Nov 30, 2023•48 min•Ep. 277
Scott gives his thoughts on the diamond market, specifically how the rise in lab-grown diamonds has affected the industry. He then discusses why women’s sports are a good investment and whether he’d invest in an athlete representation agency. He wraps up with advice to an investment banker planning to quit his job to travel the world. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 29, 2023•20 min
Scott tells the story of his career in entrepreneurship, from starting a video rental company before business school, to going public with Red Envelope, to founding Prof G Media. He shares what was most meaningful about those experiences, and what was most surprising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 27, 2023•54 min
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Nov 25, 2023•22 min
Scott shares his thoughts on the latest revenue numbers from ByteDance, and whether or not we can trust any numbers coming from a private Chinese company. He also breaks down Target’s huge earnings beat, and discusses why luxury watches shouldn’t be treated as investments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 20, 2023•42 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/webur/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 18, 2023•19 min
It's an emergency crossover episode of Pivot and the Prof G Pod and there's a lot to discuss. Sam Altman is out as CEO of OpenAI — but what exactly happened? Kara shares her latest reporting. Plus, major advertisers are fleeing X after Elon Musk endorsed an antisemitic conspiracy theory. Will Elon and X survive the firestorm? Kara and Scott break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 18, 2023•32 min
Morgan Housel, a partner at The Collaborative Fund, and the bestselling author of “The Psychology of Money,” joins Scott to discuss his new book, “Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes.” They get into topics including what to think about when buying a house, how to make healthier financial decisions, and the role money plays in our happiness. Scott opens with his thoughts on the importance of the US and China’s relationship. He also discusses why thinks the new AI wearable on the market wi...
Nov 16, 2023•55 min•Ep. 276
Scott gives his thoughts on Etsy, specifically its potential as both an investment opportunity and as a business. He then offers advice to a listener struggling with naming their business. He wraps up with guidance on how to approach seeking a promotion or raise at work. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 15, 2023•16 min
Scott shares his thoughts on Uber’s second consecutive quarter of profitability. He then breaks down why Disney had a better quarter than Warner Bros. Discovery, despite facing the same headwinds. Finally, we hear the latest from OpenAI’s developer event and Sam Altman’s keynote address. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 13, 2023•39 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/swingers/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 11, 2023•14 min
Dean Phillips, a third-term Democratic Congressman from Minnesota, and now a Democratic candidate for President of the United States, joins Scott to discuss his decision to run against President Biden and the key issues he’ll be focused on throughout his campaign. Scott opens with his thoughts on WeWork’s bankruptcy and niche AI bots. Algebra of Happiness: demonstrate vulnerability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 275
Scott offers advice to a listener who wants their Substack newsletter to replace their steady full-time job. He then gives his thoughts on the increased distrust among Americans regarding higher education. He wraps up with insight on striking a balance between family relationships and career aspirations, especially at an early-career level. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 08, 2023•19 min
Scott shares his thoughts on WeWork’s bankruptcy, Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid, and Disney’s full ownership of Hulu. Then Aswath Damodaran returns to the show to break down third quarter earnings season. They discuss Meta, Netflix and streaming, Instacart, the Ozempic effect, Birkenstock, Google, and Aswath’s new valuation for Tesla. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 06, 2023•54 min
Ed interviews the founders of Graza, an olive oil startup, about their path to founding the company, the merits and challenges of their partnership, and how they think about money and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 05, 2023•46 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/short-form-war/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 04, 2023•20 min
Adam Grant, a professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and bestselling author, joins Scott to discuss his latest book, “Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things," and more. Scott opens with his thoughts on going to the White House, Twitter’s valuation, and Meta launching a subscription service in the EU. Algebra of Happiness: fatherhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 02, 2023•59 min•Ep. 274