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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 Collapse of American Trust — with Sam Harris

Scott Galloway hosts Sam Harris to delve into the widespread erosion of trust in major institutions and the alarming rise of misinformation and personality cults. They analyze the Democratic Party's missteps, the complexities of DEI, and the struggles of young men in modern society, contrasting figures like Andrew Tate with positive role models. Harris also shares his personal journey with mindfulness as a tool for navigating anxiety and finding inner peace despite global challenges, alongside anecdotes about his family and career.

Jun 19, 20251 hr 21 minEp. 353

Raging Moderates: Is Israel the Superpower of the Middle East?

Scott and Jessica unpack the rapidly escalating war between Israel and Iran under Trump’s leadership. As civilian casualties rise and Trump teeters on the edge of deeper U.S. involvement, millions of Americans take to the streets in the historic “No Kings” protests—pushing back against what many see as his authoritarian power grab. Meanwhile, the NYC mayoral race is turning into a defining battle for the soul of the Democratic Party, with progressive rising star Zohran Mamdani facing off against...

Jun 18, 202544 min

How Allies Should React to Trump, How to Calm Your Nerves, and First-Time Board Advice

Scott shares his take on how traditional U.S. allies should navigate the Trump era — and what might come after. He then offers advice for managing nerves before a big meeting or pitch. Finally, what does meaningful engagement look like when you’re a first-time board member and full-time parent? 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 podcastchoi...

Jun 16, 202517 min

Emergency Episode: Israel Strikes Iran — with Dan Senor

Dan Senor, a leading expert on Israel and the Middle East, joins Scott in an emergency episode to discuss the dramatic escalation between Israel and Iran. They get into the latest attacks, the risks of regional war, and what this escalation means for the U.S. and global stability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 14, 202559 min

No Mercy / No Malice: Stream On

As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/stream-on-25/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 14, 202520 min

Returning to the Office, Advice for the Mediocre, and Why Scott’s Still Bullish on America

Scott responds to a listener struggling with the return to five-day office life after years of working remotely. He then tackles a frank question: What advice does he have for the “mediocre”? Plus, is now the time to move to America or to stay away? 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 13, 202515 min

Ambition, Media, and What’s Left of Hollywood — with Barry Diller

Barry Diller, a businessman known for his influential roles in media and entertainment and also the chairman and senior executive of IAC, joins Scott to discuss his origin story, the current state of media and streaming, and his new book, Who Knew . Help us plan for the future of The Prof G Pod by filling out a brief survey: voxmedia.com/survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 12, 202552 minEp. 352

Raging Moderates: Are Protestors Playing Into Trump’s Hands?

Scott and Jessica talk about the protests in California sparked by ICE raids, and the White House’s decision to deploy Marines and National Guard members in the city. They also get into what the Democrats’ message for the future should be, the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from El Salvador, the very public Musk/Trump breakup, and whether or not America will go out with a bang… or with a whimper. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov . Follow Prof G, @profgalloway . Follow Raging Moderates, @Rag...

Jun 11, 20251 hr 7 min

Prof G Markets: Trump & Elon Break Up Over the Tax Bill

Follow Prof G Markets: Apple Podcasts Spotify Scott and Ed break down Reddit’s lawsuit against Anthropic, the controversy surrounding the new $TRUMP-branded crypto wallet, and why Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders rejected CEO David Zaslav’s pay package. Then, they unpack the growing opposition to the GOP Tax Bill and debate the potential motivations for Elon Musk’s criticism of the bill. Scott shares his thoughts on how critics of the bill can mount a more effective response. Finally, they ex...

Jun 09, 20251 hr 7 min

No Mercy / No Malice: The Insiders

As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/the-insiders/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 07, 202516 min

China’s Collapse, America’s Rise, and What Comes Next — with Peter Zeihan

Scott Galloway welcomes geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan to explore major global shifts. They delve into Zeihan's controversial prediction of China's impending collapse, citing demographic decline and extreme trade dependence. The conversation covers the U.S.'s comparative advantages, potential geopolitical flashpoints like Ukraine and India/Pakistan, the future of supply chains and AI given semiconductor challenges, and the critical need for energy infrastructure build-out. Zeihan also shares insights into his career and approach to forecasting global trends.

Jun 05, 202557 minEp. 351

Private School Tradeoffs, Father-Son Dynamics, and Should You Raise a Kid in Today’s America?

Scott breaks down whether private school is worth the cost. He then offers thoughts on how women can shape father-son relationships and wraps up with discussing whether it’s still a good idea to raise children in today’s America. 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 04, 202521 min

Raging Moderates: Trump’s Trade War in Limbo

Scott and Jessica unpack the recent court rulings on the legality of Trump’s emergency tariff powers, and look ahead to the possible changes coming to the big, beautiful budget reconciliation bill in the Senate. Plus, they discuss the administration’s ongoing fight with elite universities, Elon Musk’s farewell to Washington, and whether or not we want to go back to 1993. Follow Jessica Tarlov, ⁠ @JessicaTarlov⁠ Follow Prof G, @profgalloway⁠ Follow Raging Moderates, ⁠@RagingModeratesPod⁠ Learn mo...

Jun 03, 20251 hr 10 min

Prof G Markets: Tariffs Blocked by Court, U.S. Steel’s Golden Shares & Neuralink’s Funding Round

Follow Prof G Markets: Apple Podcasts Spotify Scott and Ed discuss the trade court’s ruling that Trump lacked the authority to impose most tariffs, Trump Media’s plan to buy bitcoin and Nvidia’s first quarter earnings. Then they discuss Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel, arguing there was no strong reason to block the deal in the first place and debating when government intervention in business is justified. Finally, they explore Neuralink’s latest funding round, acknowledging the technol...

Jun 02, 202559 min

First Time Founders with Ed Elson – This Company Uses AI To Help 911 Save Lives

Ed speaks with Michael Chime, CEO and co-founder of Prepared, an assistive AI platform for emergency response. They discuss the challenges facing 911 call centers, the lessons Michael has learned as a manager, and how he frames Prepared’s value proposition to investors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 01, 202551 min

No Mercy / No Malice: Rich Kids

As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/rich-kids/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 31, 202516 min

How China Captured Apple — with Patrick McGee

Patrick McGee, an award-winning journalist who spent years covering Apple for the Financial Times, joins Scott to discuss his new book, Apple in China: The Capture of the World's Greatest Company. They get into Apple’s entanglement with China, the geopolitical risks tied to its supply chain, and whether a post-China future is possible for the company. Follow Patrick, @PatrickMcGee_ . Scott starts the episode with thoughts on what makes someone a compelling communicator and storyteller. Algebra o...

May 29, 20251 hr 3 minEp. 350

Prof G on Marketing: Rebranding the Democratic Party

Welcome to the final episode of our special series, Prof G on Marketing , where we answer questions from business leaders about the biggest marketing challenges and opportunities companies face today. In today’s episode, Scott answers your questions on how marketing principles apply to everyday life, how artists can sell their work without selling out, and how he’d rebrand the Democratic party. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com or drop ...

May 28, 202514 min

Raging Moderates: The Death of the American Dream (feat. Rahm Emanuel)

Scott and Jessica sit down with Rahm Emanuel—former Chicago mayor, Obama Chief of Staff, and U.S. Ambassador to Japan—for an unfiltered conversation about the Democratic Party at a crossroads. They cover everything from Biden’s health and GOP tax cuts to rising antisemitism, the education crisis, and the growing struggles facing young men. Plus, Rahm weighs in on 2028—and whether he’s seriously considering a run. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov . Follow Prof G, @profgalloway . Follow Ragin...

May 27, 202546 min

Prof G Markets: The Story of Scott’s Career

Follow Prof G Markets: Apple Podcasts Spotify Starting June 9th, we’ll be publishing a new episode every day of the week, exclusively on the Prof G Markets feed. Be sure to follow Prof G Markets if you haven’t already. For Memorial Day, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes where Scott shares the story of his entrepreneurial journey — from launching a video rental business in his 20s to building his latest venture, Prof G Media. He reflects on the lessons he learned, the surprises that s...

May 26, 202555 min

Was Biden’s Decline a Cover-Up? — with Jake Tapper & Alex Thompson

Scott has a conversation with Jake Tapper, anchor of "The Lead" on CNN and the network’s chief Washington correspondent, and Alex Thompson, national political correspondent for Axios and a CNN contributor. They discuss their new book, Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again . Scott also opens the episode by addressing the controversy surrounding the book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 22, 20251 hr 10 minEp. 349

Prof G on Marketing: Should Your Brand Take a Stand?

Welcome to the second episode of our special series, Prof G on Marketing , where we answer questions from business leaders about the biggest marketing challenges and opportunities companies face today. In today’s episode, Scott answers your questions about whether brands should get political, how to pivot when industry assumptions no longer hold, and why marketers must adapt to a world where trust is shifting from institutions to individuals. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice...

May 21, 202520 min

Raging Moderates: Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis

Scott and Jessica break down President Biden’s aggressive cancer diagnosis, which comes just as a new book claims his team may have hidden signs of serious decline during the 2024 campaign. Meanwhile, Trump’s Middle East trip makes waves as his domestic agenda stalls. To appease hardline conservatives, Republicans push changes to the megabill—including stricter Medicaid work requirements, cuts to green energy tax credits, and the removal of Medicaid access for undocumented immigrants. Then, form...

May 20, 20251 hr 14 min

Prof G Markets: The GOP Tax Bill, United Health’s Terrible Week, & Chinese Tech Earnings

Follow the Prof G Markets feed: Apple Podcasts Spotify Scott and Ed discuss why United Health’s stock hit a five year low, Warner Bros. Discovery's latest move to rebrand Max, and Airbnb’s foray into offering bookable services for travelers. They then break down earnings from Alibaba and Tencent, highlighting how the results signal the growing momentum of AI in China — and why they're feeling bullish on the country's tech sector. Finally, they dissect the GOP’s proposed tax bill, explaining how ...

May 19, 20251 hr 12 min

No Mercy / No Malice: The Fix

As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/the-fix/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 202519 min

How to Fight Fascism in America — with Timothy Snyder

Scott Galloway interviews Timothy Snyder about the threats to American democracy and echoes of 1930s fascism. They discuss historical parallels, the role of wealthy Democrats, and the risks of income inequality. Snyder shares his concerns about a potential terror attack and the breakdown of federal institutions, while also offering hope for American protests and a new generation of European leaders.

May 15, 20251 hrEp. 348

Prof G on Marketing: How to Stand Out in a Saturated Market

Welcome to the first episode of our special series, Prof G on Marketing , where we answer questions from business leaders about the biggest marketing challenges and opportunities companies face today. In today’s episode, Scott answers your questions on how to drive engagement in a saturated market, how to build your personal brand, and the unintended consequences of America’s most successful branding machines. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgme...

May 14, 202519 min

Raging Moderates: Trump Blinks on China

Scott is joined by The Bulwark’s Tim Miller to break down reports that Trump may accept a $400M jet from Qatar, a shaky tariff truce between the U.S. and China, and Trump’s plan to deport migrants to Libya. Plus, history is made with the election of the first American Pope—and they discuss what his leadership could mean for the future of the Church. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov . Follow Prof G, @profgalloway . Follow Raging Moderates, @RagingModeratesPod . Learn more about your ad choic...

May 13, 20251 hr 15 min

Prof G Markets: Is Google a Buy? + Is Uber Recession Proof?

Scott and Ed discuss Trump’s new trade framework with the U.K., the Federal Reserve’s latest decision, and the Melania coin grift. Then they take a look at Apple’s potential move to replace Google as Safari’s default search engine, unpacking the ripple effects on Google’s stock. Ed lays out his case for why the company is deeply undervalued. Finally, they break down Uber’s latest earnings and explain why certain societal factors make them particularly optimistic about the company’s future. Subsc...

May 12, 202558 min
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