Representative Ro Khanna joins Scott to discuss several topics including TikTok, SVB, and his agendas for a “new economic patriotism.” Follow Ro on Twitter @RepRoKhanna . Scott opens by discussing why distressed assets are a great buy, Twitter’s $20 billion valuation, and why Alibaba splitting into six separate businesses is a smart move for shareholders. Algebra of Happiness: everyone needs applause. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Mar 30, 2023•52 min•Ep. 243
Scott discusses cash management practices at companies and then gives his thoughts to a listener experiencing work-related burnout and exhaustion. He wraps up with advice about women looking to reenter the workforce after focusing on childcare. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 29, 2023•14 min
This week on Prof G Markets, Scott explains why he thinks TikTok is headed for a spin-out rather than a ban. He then breaks down Credit Suisse’s spectacular fall from grace and shares his thoughts on the million dollar bet on bitcoin and hyper inflation. We close out with a look at Blank Street Coffee’s brand strategy after its latest funding round. Dig further: read Fast Company's story on Blank Street Coffee . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Mar 27, 2023•47 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/quitters/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 25, 2023•16 min
Byron Auguste, the CEO and co-founder of Opportunity@Work, joins Scott to discuss what he sees as the biggest labor market failures, specifically around our nation’s obsession with college degrees. Follow Byron on Twitter, @byron_auguste . Scott opens by discussing leadership and connective tissue in Silicon Valley. Algebra of Happiness: what can you modulate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Mar 23, 2023•39 min
Scott discusses the Airbnb-Friendly Apartments Program and Airbnb’s potential in the long-term apartment rental space. He then shares his thoughts on why men struggle to engage when it comes to family planning. He wraps up with advice on how to be an original, critical thinker. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 22, 2023•18 min
This week on Prof G Markets, Scott and Ed unpack what happened to Silicon Valley Bank and what its stress test means for the strength of the U.S. banking system. They also discuss how branding has played a role in the chaos, particularly as it relates to the two tiers of venture capitalists that have emerged. Finally, they look ahead at regulations, potential acquirers for SVB, and what could happen to commercial real estate, which appears to share the same vulnerabilities as SVB. Learn more abo...
Mar 20, 2023•50 min
As read by George Hahn . https://www.profgalloway.com/venture-catastrophists/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 18, 2023•16 min
Bill Burnett, the co-author of the New York Times best-seller, “Designing Your Life , ” and the Co-Director of the Life Design Lab at Stanford University, joins Scott to discuss the attributes of “design thinking,” understanding your talent, and what to do when you feel stuck. Scott opens by bringing on Robert Armstrong, the FT’s US financial commentator to discuss the latest around Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse. Follow Robert on Twitter, @rbrtrmstrng . For more of Prof G’s thoughts on SVB’s fa...
Mar 16, 2023•45 min•Ep. 241
Scott discusses his thoughts on whether AI has the potential to be a real-time fact-checker. He then offers his advice on finding a solution to systemic issues hindering working mothers. He wraps up with an honest conversation about fame and happiness. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 15, 2023•16 min
This week on Prof G Markets, Scott gives the inside scoop on his early investment in NJOY, which will reap 30x in returns after Altria's acquisition of the vape company goes through. He also shares his thoughts on whether or not the JetBlue/Spirit Merger should be blocked, and takes a look at WeightWatchers’ move into the weight loss drug market. For more on Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse, check out our special episode from Saturday and stay tuned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...
Mar 13, 2023•46 min
Silicon Valley Bank collapsed on Friday — the second-largest bank failure in our nation’s history. In today’s special episode, Scott and Ed break down what happened, how it happened, and what might happen next. Scott also addresses government bailouts, the consolidation of banking power, and ends with a word of advice to the thousands of entrepreneurs who will be affected by this failure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Mar 11, 2023•34 min
As read by George Hahn . https://www.profgalloway.com/emissions/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 11, 2023•19 min
Nita Farahany, a professor of law at Duke University and the author of “The Battle for Your Brain: Defending the Right to Think Freely in the Age of Neurotechnology,” joins Scott to discuss the threat to our privacy and freedom of thought, and the future of neurotechnology. Follow Nita on Twitter, @NitaFarahany . Scott opens by discussing the Biden Administration’s announcement that chip manufacturers that access $150M+ funding from the CHIPS Act must provide childcare. He then shares his though...
Mar 09, 2023•56 min•Ep. 240
In today’s episode, we finish off our special 3-part series in answering your questions around the Future of Work. This episode focuses on recruiting, mentorship, and building teams. Scott gives his thoughts on the role nepotism plays in the future of recruiting and gives his advice on securing a job post-college. He then discusses team organization in the workplace and ends by sharing what to look for during the hiring process. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more ...
Mar 08, 2023•20 min
This week on Prof G Markets, Scott explains how Virgin Galactic’s unique supply and demand constraints make it a terrible business. He also breaks down why Amazon and Better.com are partnering to allow Amazon employees to pledge their stock as collateral for home loans — with a catch. Finally, Scott takes a look at the enduring grocery delivery market and shares his thoughts on why Instacart might hold the key to unlocking the IPO market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...
Mar 06, 2023•41 min
As read by George Hahn . https://www.profgalloway.com/taking-affection-back/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 04, 2023•11 min
Liz Ann Sonders, the Managing Director and Chief Investment Strategist at Charles Schwab, joins Scott to discuss the state of the markets including several mixed signals she’s paying attention to, signs of a recession, and what investors should be thinking about. Follow Liz Ann on Twitter, @LizAnnSonders . We open the show by bringing on Ian Bremmer to discuss the state of the war in Ukraine – roughly one year after Russia’s invasion began. Algebra of Happiness: the best revenge. Learn more abou...
Mar 02, 2023•51 min•Ep. 239
In today’s episode, we continue our special 3-part series in answering your questions around the Future of Work. This episode focuses on the topic of money and negotiation. Scott gives his thoughts on using an outside job offer as leverage in salary negotiation and then discusses labor legislation and its effect on unions and gig workers. He ends with advice to a listener who is working in the U.S. on a work visa. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad c...
Mar 01, 2023•19 min
This week on Prof G Markets, Scott breaks down why Home Depot’s disappointing earnings are indicative of healthy market trends. He also takes a look at promising earnings from Stellantis, the second largest EV seller in Europe behind Volkswagen and ahead of Tesla. Finally, Scott explains why companies and resources are nationalized, and discusses what it means that Mexico is nationalizing lithium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Feb 27, 2023•40 min
As read by George Hahn . https://www.profgalloway.com/post-post-corona/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 25, 2023•17 min
Morgan Housel, a partner at The Collaborative Fund, and author of “The Psychology of Money,” joins Scott to discuss the behaviors to consider when it comes to building wealth and the importance of earning, saving, and investing. Follow Morgan on Twitter, @morganhousel . Scott opens with his thoughts on Meta’s move to subscription + our society’s problem with ageism and sexism. Algebra of Happiness: know how to de-escalate a situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...
Feb 23, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 238
Today, we’re kicking off a special 3-part series answering your questions around the future of work. Peter Cappelli, the George W. Taylor professor of management at the Wharton School and author of “The Future of the Office,” joins Scott to discuss what HQ looks like in a post-pandemic world. After our conversation with Professor Capelli, Scott gives advice on seeking opportunities to get to HQ in a remote working environment. He then discusses converting unused office space into residential bui...
Feb 22, 2023•26 min•Ep. 237
This week on Prof G Markets, Scott breaks down Airbnb’s first full year of profitability and shares how his options trades from the previous week turned out. He also explains why billionaires are investing in Premier League football clubs like Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. Then, we take a look at the new Bing AI search experience and hit the street to see if anyone else is actually using it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Feb 20, 2023•44 min
As read by George Hahn . https://www.profgalloway.com/taxes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 18, 2023•18 min
Baratunde Thurston, a founding partner of the media startup Puck and an Emmy-nominated, multi-platform storyteller, joins Scott to discuss the trends in media he’s been paying attention to, his thoughts on masculinity, and what to expect in his upcoming season of How To Citizen. Follow Baratunde on Twitter, @baratunde . Scott opens with his thoughts on wealth inequality, specifically as it relates to the fact that the nation is facing an all-time low of first-time home buyers. Algebra of Happine...
Feb 16, 2023•44 min
Scott discusses his thoughts on the Kroger-Albertsons merger and explains what needs to be done to restore dignity to work. He then advises against using a young family’s nest egg for seed-stage investing, and wraps up with his insight on the “Silver Tsunami.” Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 15, 2023•21 min•Ep. 235
This week on Prof G Markets, Scott breaks down the state of play in the AI wars as Microsoft and Google compete in a lightning fast hype cycle. Then Scott breaks down why institutional investors would pour more money into Bed Bath & Beyond when it's on the brink of bankruptcy, and why he made an options trade on the stock’s volatility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 13, 2023•41 min
As read by George Hahn . https://www.profgalloway.com/disinflation/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 11, 2023•19 min
Dave Meyer, the VP of Data and Analytics at BiggerPockets, joins Scott to discuss the state of play of US residential and commercial real estate, how to think about investing in various real estate markets, and his predictions for the year ahead. Follow Dave on Instagram @ thedatadeli . Scott opens with his thoughts on population decline, and how our nation needs to make it more appealing and affordable for people to have children. Algebra of Happiness: check in with your friends. Learn more abo...
Feb 09, 2023•41 min•Ep. 234
