Scott shares his thoughts on Nvidia’s incredible first quarter earnings and breaks down what its stock split means for investors. He and Ed then look at the UK’s upcoming election in light of the country’s struggling economy. Plus, they discuss some of the cultural differences they’ve experienced living in the US versus the UK. Follow the Prof G Markets feed: Apple Podcasts Spotify Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpo...
May 27, 2024•50 min
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May 25, 2024•21 min
David Ignatius, a prize-winning columnist for the Washington Post and bestselling author, joins Scott to discuss space warfare and the vulnerabilities of our satellite systems. We also get an update on the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. David has been covering the latter for more than four decades. Follow him on X, @IgnatiusPost . And check out his latest novel, Phantom Orbit: A Thriller here . Scott opens by giving us an update on his travels. He then shares his thoughts on OpenAI’s manag...
May 23, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 301
Scott advises a listener in the alternative meats industry who is wondering if the bubble has burst. He then answers a question about car dependency in the U.S. and how it relates to loneliness. He wraps up with his thoughts on whether demonstrating vulnerability at work is inappropriate. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Buy "The Algebra of Wealth," out now. Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more...
May 22, 2024•20 min
Scott shares his thoughts on the brief meme stock resurgence of last week and considers whether Keith Gill, otherwise known as Roaring Kitty, should be accused of market manipulation. Then Scott and Ed discuss xAI’s potential deal with Oracle and question if investments in AI could be reaching bubble territory. Follow our new Prof G Markets feed to receive a new episode Thursday: Apple Podcasts Spotify Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast ac...
May 20, 2024•54 min
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May 18, 2024•30 min
Matthew Hussey, a leading dating expert and author of the bestselling book, “Love Life: How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily (No Matter What),” joins Scott to discuss how to recognize and break unhealthy dating patterns, set better intentions, and seek happiness. Follow Matthew on IG, @ thematthewhussey . Scott opens by giving his thoughts on the return of meme stock mania. Algebra of Happiness: you are not alone. Follow our podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram ...
May 16, 2024•42 min
Scott gives his thoughts on deepfakes, specifically why platforms that elevate AI-generated content, including Meta, should be liable. He then shares his personal experience with alcohol and why he thinks the alcohol industry is going to struggle due to the emergence of GLP-1 drugs. He wraps up with advice on strategic firing. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Buy "The Algebra of Wealth," out now. Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod...
May 15, 2024•18 min
Scott shares his thoughts on Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery’s latest earnings and what they mean for the streaming space. He then reflects on the implications of Trump Media’s auditing firm being charged with fraud. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss Uber’s Q1 earnings and why the company swung to a major loss in the first quarter. Follow our new Prof G Markets feed: Apple Podcasts Spotify Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @p...
May 13, 2024•43 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/big-energy/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 11, 2024•17 min
Rex Chapman, a former NBA player and current podcast host, joins Scott to discuss his memoir, “It’s Hard for Me to Live with Me,” where he details his experience with various addictions. Scott opens with stories about his early days as a brand strategist for Audi. Then he says whether he’d pay for Equinox’s $40k annual membership. Algebra of Happiness: check in on your friends. Follow our podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...
May 09, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 299
We’re finishing off our three part series on the future of entrepreneurship. In the episode we share today, we feature a First Time Founders episode, in which our co-host Ed chats with Tyler Denk, the cofounder and CEO of Beehiiv, a newsletter publishing and monetization platform. They discuss Tyler’s background at Morning Brew, his thoughts on selling secondary shares, and dealing with the death of one of their early employees. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe t...
May 08, 2024•40 min
Aswath Damodaran returns to the show to discuss the impact AI had on Big Tech’s Q1 earnings. He breaks down the significance behind Meta and Google’s decisions to start paying a dividend and what it means about their places in the corporate lifecycle. He also shares his thoughts on the death of corporate governance at tech companies. Finally, he explains why May will be a “make or break” month for the mood of the markets – and how you should invest accordingly. Follow our new Prof G Markets feed...
May 06, 2024•59 min
Ed speaks with Paul Shapiro, co-founder and CEO of The Better Meat Co., a food company that makes meat through fermentation. They discuss how Paul’s career in animal advocacy led him to start a company, his advice on fundraising, and why he believes saving animals can help save the planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 05, 2024•45 min
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May 04, 2024•13 min
Josh Wolfe, the co-founder of Lux Capital, joins Scott to discuss the sectors he’s most excited about and those he thinks are overhyped. We also hear his thoughts on the Magnificent Seven and where the crypto market is seeing new life. Follow Josh on X, @wolfejosh . Scott opens by giving his thoughts on the protests on college campuses, specifically UCLA. Algebra of Happiness: the circles of masculinity. Follow our podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about you...
May 02, 2024•44 min•Ep. 298
In today’s episode, we continue our special 3-part series covering the Future of Entrepreneurship. We first hear about navigating a loss of purpose after a successful startup exit. Then, Scott advises a listener who is wondering whether to pursue an MBA as a path to entrepreneurship. Finally, we feature an excerpt from Scott’s new book, The Algebra of Wealth: A Simple Formula for Financial Security . Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Buy "T...
May 01, 2024•21 min
Scott shares his thoughts on why Tesla’s stock surged, despite worse than expected first quarter earnings. He then reflects on how a ban on noncompete agreements will be beneficial for workers. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss the benefits and drawbacks of 24/7 trading at the New York Stock Exchange. Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...
Apr 29, 2024•48 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/forewarned/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 27, 2024•16 min
Claire Hughes Johnson, the former COO of Stripe and author of “Scaling People: Tactics for Management and Company Building,” joins Scott to discuss team management, the role of DEI, and how to identify top talent. Claire is an all-star operator — follow her on X, @chughesjohnson . Scott opens by telling us about his new book, The Algebra of Wealth , which is out now! Algebra of Happiness: what do you want to tell your friends and family? Follow our podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Thr...
Apr 25, 2024•54 min•Ep. 297
In today’s episode, we kick off our special 3-part series answering your questions surrounding The Future of Entrepreneurship. Today is all about work-life balance, how to raise capital for your business, and what makes a good vs. bad entrepreneur. We first hear from a college student who is about to graduate and wondering whether he’s cut out for entrepreneurship. Then, Scott shares the trials and tribulations of getting funding for his businesses. Finally, we hear why Scott is so against the i...
Apr 24, 2024•22 min
Scott takes a look at Tesla’s new shareholder vote and speaks with Charles Elson, Founding Director of the Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware, about the original ruling on Elon’s pay package and whether the superstar CEO will get his way this time around. Then Scott and Ed break down the latest big bank earnings and discuss “Basel III endgame,” a proposal for stricter capital requirements at banks following last year’s banking crisis. Order "The Algebra of Wea...
Apr 22, 2024•47 min
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/war-on-the-young/ Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Pre-order "The Algebra of Wealth," out April 23rd Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Apr 20, 2024•16 min
Cal Newport, a professor of computer science at Georgetown University and bestselling author, joins Scott to discuss productivity, the importance of work-life balance, and the disruption of AI on work. Learn more about Cal here , and his book , “Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout.” Scott opens with his thoughts on storytelling. Algebra of Happiness: A Dad Hack. Vote for No Mercy / No Malice in the Webby’s ! Pre-order "The Algebra of Wealth," out April 23rd Follow o...
Apr 18, 2024•48 min•Ep. 296
Scott gives his thoughts on why he thinks nuclear energy is the future. He then speaks about the advertising sector, specifically the shift from the brand era to the supply chain era. He wraps up with book recommendations to a listener looking to fill his summer reading list. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Pre-order "The Algebra of Wealth," out April 23rd Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more ...
Apr 17, 2024•16 min
Scott shares his thoughts on the latest financial figures from ByteDance and discusses if he would buy shares on the secondary market. He then takes a look at a platform for trading on event outcomes that just attracted a big market maker. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss one of the largest deals in YouTube history, and what it says about the creator economy. Pre-order "The Algebra of Wealth" out April 23rd Vote for No Mercy / No Malice in the Webby Awards Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow t...
Apr 15, 2024•41 min
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Apr 13, 2024•17 min
Jared Cohen, the President of Global Affairs at Goldman Sachs and bestselling author of six books, joins Scott to discuss all sorts of topics including his research on past Presidents, geopolitical trends, and the global economy. Follow Jared on X, @JaredCohen . Scott opens with his thoughts on his time as an activist investor. Algebra of Happiness: a word on parenting. Vote for No Mercy / No Malice in the Webby’s ! Vote for Pivot in the Webby's! Pre-order "The Algebra of Wealth," out April 23rd...
Apr 11, 2024•59 min•Ep. 295
In today’s episode, we kick off our special 3-part series where we’ll be answering your questions about the Future of Work. Today is all about time management, knowing when to fire people, and why young people should choose the office over remote work. We first hear from a CEO who is struggling with work-life balance and managing difficult legacy employees. Then, Scott gives recommendations to a listener who has too much time on their hands. Finally, we hear how to best approach hybrid work. Mus...
Apr 10, 2024•20 min
Scott shares how he allocates his investment portfolio between asset classes. He explains how he gains access to certain investment opportunities, and why he can take greater risks than most people. He also shares his biggest losses from the past year, and his biggest wins. Pre-order "The Algebra of Wealth" out April 23rd Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Apr 08, 2024•42 min