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The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

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Scott Galloway — bestselling author, professor, entrepreneur — doesn't pull punches on business, tech, culture, or life. New episodes every day of the week. To resist is futile… Want to get in touch? Email us at info@profgmedia.com. Want to be featured on Office Hours? Email us at officehours@profgmedia.com. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Episodes

The Crisis of Adulthood — with John Burn-Murdoch

Scott Galloway speaks with Financial Times columnist and chief data reporter John Burn-Murdoch to unpack the forces reshaping modern life. They discuss why birth rates are collapsing, why fewer young people are forming relationships, and how housing costs, social media, and remote work are changing the path to adulthood. They also explore financial nihilism, the growing divide between young men and women, the impact of AI on work, and what it will take to rebuild connection, purpose, and opportu...

Jun 25, 202656 minEp. 402

Rebranding the Democratic Party + The College Affordability Crisis

Scott Galloway breaks down Democratic Party branding strategy, why university endowments are hoarding wealth instead of expanding access, and which college degrees are still worth it in the age of AI. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com , or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit . Plus, you can now call or text Scott a question at our new Office Hours hotline: ‪(201) 472-3656‬ . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

Jun 24, 202625 min

China Decode: Hong Kong's AI Crackdown, Lululemon’s Marketing Backlash, and World Cup Fever

Alice Han and James Kynge dive into why JPMorgan has cut its Hong Kong employees off from Anthropic's Claude. That comes after Goldman Sachs quietly restricted AI access for their employees in the city. With ChatGPT already blocked on the mainland, are U.S. companies drawing a new line around Hong Kong? And what does it mean for the city's future as a global financial hub? They also discuss Lululemon's Great Wall yoga festival, which was meant to celebrate Chinese culture. Instead, a Japanese-st...

Jun 23, 202640 min

Trump Accounts, the Collapse of Local News, and Conversations with Your Parents

Scott Galloway responds to a listener who argues that Trump Accounts are just another giveaway to the wealthy. Scott breaks down why he supports the idea, why he thinks America transfers too much wealth from young people to older generations, and the retirement reform he'd implement instead. Plus, Scott answers a journalist worried about the future of local news and shares advice for anyone hoping to have deeper conversations with a parent before it's too late. Want to be featured in a future ep...

Jun 22, 202620 min

No Mercy / No Malice: Europe IRL

As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgmedia.com/p/europe-irl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 20, 202617 min

The Week: SpaceX, Iran, and the World's First Trillionaire

We're back with another episode of The Week, a new weekly show from Prof G Media, hosted by George Hahn. Every Friday, we break down the biggest stories shaping business, technology, politics, and culture — and connect the dots across the conversations happening throughout the Prof G universe. This week: SpaceX becomes the largest IPO in history and makes Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. Then, after 107 days of war, the U.S. and Iran announce a framework agreement that leaves the bigges...

Jun 19, 202617 min

America at 250 — with Heather Cox Richardson

As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, Scott Galloway speaks with historian Heather Cox Richardson about the future of American democracy. They explore Trump's politics of spectacle, the war in Iran, the state of both political parties, and what history suggests comes next. Subscribe to Prof G+ to join our next livestream here . Check out Letters from an American here . Want to listen to this and other episodes ad-free? You can, if you subscribe at profgmedia.com . Learn more about ...

Jun 18, 20261 hr 4 minEp. 401

Anthropic's Insane Valuation + The Future of Marketing

Scott Galloway breaks down why Anthropic is worth more than Walmart, whether we're in an AI bubble, and why traditional advertising careers are in freefall. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com , or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit . Plus, you can now call or text Scott a question at our new Office Hours hotline: ‪(201) 472-3656‬ . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 17, 202626 min

China Decode: Why China Got Locked Out of SpaceX and America’s Biggest IPOs (ft. Ed Elson)

Alice Han and special guest Ed Elson break down how Chinese investors are increasingly being shut out of America’s hottest IPOs — even as China pours hundreds of billions into AI, robotics, and next-generation tech. They talk about the growing financial and technological divide between the U.S. and China, the Pentagon’s decision to label companies like Alibaba, BYD, and Baidu as “Chinese Military Companies” and whether Washington and Beijing are entering a new era of financial decoupling. They a...

Jun 16, 20261 hr 12 min

The Business of Media: 60 Minutes, Billionaire Owners, and the Podcast Economy — with Sara Fischer

Scott Galloway is joined by Sara Fischer, media correspondent at Axios and CNN analyst, to answer your questions on the state of American media — from the future of 60 Minutes to billionaire ownership of the press to the economics of podcasting. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com , or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit . Plus, you can now call or text Scott a question at our new Office Hours hotline: ‪(201) 472-3656‬ . L...

Jun 15, 202634 min

No Mercy / No Malice: The Weight

As read by George Hahn. https://profgmedia.substack.com/p/the-weight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 13, 202616 min

The Week: Iran, IPO Mania, and the New American Dream

We're back with another episode of The Week, a new weekly show from Prof G Media, hosted by George Hahn. Every Friday, we'll break down the biggest stories shaping business, technology, politics, and culture — and connect the dots across the conversations happening throughout the Prof G universe. This week, George Hahn breaks down what the war in Iran reveals about American power, why Wall Street is bracing for a wave of AI IPOs, and how the housing crisis is reshaping the American Dream. Plus, ...

Jun 12, 202618 min

The New Rules of Power — with Anne Applebaum and Fiona Hill

For our 400th episode, Scott is joined by Anne Applebaum and Fiona Hill to discuss the wars in Ukraine and Iran, the future of global power, and what these conflicts reveal about America's role in the world. They explore whether Ukraine is changing the future of warfare, how Vladimir Putin's position has evolved over the last year, and what might come next for Iran. They also discuss the strengths and weaknesses of authoritarian regimes, the importance of alliances, and why soft power may matter...

Jun 11, 20261 hr 5 minEp. 400

The Story Behind Raging Moderates + Why Jeff Bezos Is Wrong About Taxes

Scott Galloway explains why Jeff Bezos' proposal to cut taxes for lower earners is a deflection from the real issue, shares the origin story behind Raging Moderates and how he met Jessica Tarlov, and breaks down how to tell the difference between a toxic workplace and one that just isn't the right fit. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com , or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

Jun 10, 202621 min

China Decode: The AI Race Just Took a Stunning Turn

Alice Han and James Kynge break down reports that a Chinese robotics startup has topped a leading international benchmark for embodied AI, raising new questions about whether China is pulling ahead in one of the most important technological competitions of the decade. They also examine Xi Jinping's first trip to North Korea since 2019 and what it reveals about China's evolving relationships with Kim Jong Un, Vladimir Putin, and Donald Trump amid growing geopolitical tensions. Plus, China's gover...

Jun 09, 202647 min

How to Fix the Tax Code + the Problem With Corporate Jargon

Scott Galloway explains why a national sales tax sounds fair but always hits the wrong people, makes the case for saying less and listening more as a manager, and advises a 25-year-old in London on whether to cut his contract short for love. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com , or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 08, 202617 min

No Mercy / No Malice: Optimization

As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgmedia.com/p/optimization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 06, 202616 min

The Week: AI, GLP-1s, and Scott's Iran War Reversal

We're back with another episode of The Week, a new weekly show from Prof G Media, hosted by George Hahn. Every Friday, we'll break down the biggest stories shaping business, technology, politics, and culture — and connect the dots across the conversations happening throughout the Prof G universe. This week, George explores a question showing up everywhere from Silicon Valley to Hollywood: what happens when the promise of a technology collides with the reality of its costs? We discuss growing con...

Jun 05, 202621 min

Why People Are Losing Faith in Healthcare

Eli Lilly CEO David Ricks explores the profound impact of GLP-1 drugs, positioning them as a major breakthrough for obesity, chronic diseases, and even addiction. He addresses the high cost of these medications, Eli Lilly's strategies for increasing accessibility, and the dangers of unregulated peptides. Ricks also shares insights into Lilly's competitive advantage and the long-term, yet currently overhyped, role of AI in pharmaceutical discovery.

Jun 04, 202648 minEp. 399

Is Energy the Next Big Trade? + How to Actually Tax Billionaires

Scott Galloway breaks down why energy is already the defining investing story of the AI era, why Democrats keep losing on progressive taxation because they'd rather demonize billionaires than do their jobs, and shares his honest guide to winding down with edibles. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com , or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 03, 202625 min

China Decode: Can China Challenge Nvidia’s Dominance?

Alice Han and James Kynge break down Huawei’s bold new strategy to challenge Nvidia and the future of AI chips. They explore the rise of Huawei’s influential "chip queen" He Tingbo, the company’s attempt to move beyond Moore’s Law, and what it could mean for the global semiconductor race. Then, tensions between China and Europe are heating up. With record trade deficits, growing concerns over Chinese imports, and new efforts to protect European industries, Alice and James examine whether a full-...

Jun 02, 202646 min

Is AI Coming for Your Boss? + How To Become a Better Storyteller

Scott Galloway weighs in on whether AI will decimate middle management, how companies are hemorrhaging money on enterprise AI without seeing returns, and the habits and techniques that separate great storytellers from everyone else. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com , or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 01, 202620 min

No Mercy / No Malice: Magnanimity

As read by George Hahn. https://profgmedia.substack.com/p/magnanimity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 30, 202616 min

The Week: Iran, SpaceX, and a Nervous Bond Market

We’re back with another episode of The Week , a new weekly show from Prof G Media, hosted by George Hahn. Every Friday, we’ll break down the biggest stories shaping business, technology, politics, and culture — and connect the dots across the conversations happening throughout the Prof G universe. This week, George breaks down why the bond market is suddenly sounding alarms and why it may be signaling something much bigger than inflation. We discuss the economic fallout from the war in Iran, ris...

May 29, 202618 min

Can Democrats Still Govern? — with Gavin Newsom

Governor Gavin Newsom joins Scott to discuss why Americans are losing faith in institutions — and whether Democrats still know how to govern. They discuss California’s housing crisis, homelessness in Los Angeles and San Francisco, AI’s threat to white-collar jobs, wealth taxes, healthcare reform, and why Newsom believes Democrats are often perceived as “slow, weak, and ineffective.” They also unpack Israel and Iran, the future of capitalism, masculinity, parenting, and the growing divide between...

May 28, 20261 hr 4 minEp. 398

Should You Still Trust US Stocks? + Leaving Corporate America in Your 20s

Scott Galloway weighs in on whether long-term investors should diversify beyond US equities, makes the case for buying a boomer-owned small business over staying in corporate America, and revisits his predictions from The Four a decade later. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com , or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 27, 202623 min

China Decode: Why China Keeps Selling U.S. Treasuries

Alice Han and James Kynge break down why Russia is pushing hard for China to approve the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, what China’s accelerating selloff of U.S. Treasuries could mean for the American economy, and how China became the first country to commercially approve a brain-computer implant — moving ahead of the U.S. and Elon Musk’s Neuralink. They also explore the deepening China-Russia alliance, mounting pressure on the U.S. dollar, and whether China is beginning to pull ahead in the globa...

May 26, 202634 min

The Real Problem with CEO Pay, and Why Young Men Don’t Volunteer Anymore

Scott Galloway breaks down why CEO pay has exploded to 281 times the average worker's salary and makes the case for progressive taxation over pay caps, tackles why young men are increasingly absent from volunteer and community service roles, and advises a business owner on how to handle a star employee whose vision is pulling the company in a different direction. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com , or drop your question in the r/ScottGa...

May 25, 202623 min

No Mercy / No Malice: Art of the Sellout

As read by George Hahn. https://profgmedia.substack.com/p/art-of-the-sellout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 23, 202618 min

How America Became a Loophole Economy

We’re back with another episode of The Week , a new weekly show from Prof G Media, hosted by George Hahn. Every Friday, we’ll break down the biggest stories shaping business, technology, politics, and culture — and connect the dots across the conversations happening throughout the Prof G universe. This week, George Hahn unpacks what happens when rules stop applying equally. We discuss presidential stock trades, political accountability, wealth taxes, China’s shifting leverage over America, and w...

May 22, 202619 min
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