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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

Ukraine and America’s Credibility Crisis — with Anne Applebaum

Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Anne Applebaum joins Scott Galloway to explain what’s really happening inside today’s Ukraine peace talks, why business interests are overtaking diplomacy, and how corruption is reshaping American power at home and abroad. They discuss Europe’s response, Russia’s strategy, and what this moment signals for the future of democracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 04, 20251 hr 4 minEp. 375

Raging Moderates: How Rage Bait Runs Our Economy

Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dig into Trump’s latest anti-immigrant crackdown—from firing nearly 100 immigration judges to freezing visas and floating denaturalization — and what happens when policy is driven by panic instead of evidence. Then they break down the viral post arguing the real poverty line isn’t $32K… it’s closer to $140K, and why so many families feel stuck in the “Valley of Death.” Plus, Oxford just crowned “rage bait” as its Word of the Year, so they unpack how outrage beca...

Dec 03, 202558 min

China Decode: How China Is Breaking the World of Trade

In this episode of China Decode , hosts Alice Han and James Kynge break down China’s accelerating push for self-sufficiency — from tech to industrial goods — and what that means for a global trading system that once relied on Chinese demands. They unpack a tense week in Asia, with Washington, Beijing, and Tokyo navigating security warnings, diplomatic pressure, and Taiwan’s massive new $40 billion defense buildup. And they look at Beijing's latest experiment to revive spending: using school holi...

Dec 02, 202543 min

The Case for National Service, How to Avoid Burnout, and How Scott Galloway Became Prof G

Scott Galloway answers listener questions on what he’d say to President Trump in a private off-the-record meeting and gives his advice on avoiding burnout. Finally, Scott reflects on his years in academia and why it’s one of the most rewarding things he’s ever done. 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...

Dec 01, 202520 min

Raging Moderates: MAGA in Turmoil — MTG Out, Mamdani In, and Major Legal Blow

Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov sit down and talk through these strange days for the MAGA movement, after former stalwart Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s abrupt resignation announcement, Trump’s praising of Zohran Mamdani and the dismissal of the case against former FBI Director James Comey. Plus, the latest on the Ukraine-Russia peace talks, and whether the Transportation Department’s new “civility campaign” can actually make holiday travel any less miserable. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTar...

Nov 26, 20251 hr 4 min

China Decode: Inside China’s Economic Slowdown — and the Gig Workers Keeping It Moving

In this episode of China Decode , hosts Alice Han and James Kynge dig into China’s economic slowdown—what’s driving the decline in investment, why the AI boom isn’t delivering a broader lift, and how the downturn could ripple across global markets and Beijing's foreign ambitions. Then, as COP30 wraps up in Brazil, they break down whether China is emerging as a climate leader or doubling down as the world’s biggest emitter. And finally, a rare look inside China’s vast gig economy: the former Beij...

Nov 25, 202542 min

The Age Divide in Protests, How to Start a Business in a Downturn, and How Scott Measures Impact

Scott Galloway answers questions on the age divide in the No Kings protests, how to build a company in a challenging market, and the ways he thinks about influence and impact. 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...

Nov 24, 202524 min

How to Raise Good Men — Scott Galloway & Richard Reeves Answer Your Questions

Scott Galloway and Richard Reeves answer listener questions about talking to boys about sex, navigating device addiction, supporting teachers, and modeling healthy masculinity. 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...

Nov 21, 202523 min

What Did Men Do to Deserve This? — with Jonathan Haidt and Richard Reeves

Scott Galloway, Jonathan Haidt, and Richard Reeves explore the struggles of young men today, discussing how technology, education, and economic shifts have altered the path to adulthood. They delve into the critical need for structure and challenges in boys' development, advocating for systemic changes to rebuild purpose and opportunity for the next generation. The conversation also touches on the role of relationships, mate value, and online environments in shaping male identity and well-being.

Nov 20, 202557 minEp. 374

Raging Moderates: The MAGA Civil War Begins

Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the MAGA civil war — Trump losing his grip, right-wing influencers turning on each other, and the 2028 power struggle already accelerating. Then they get into the growing intrigue around Chuck Schumer: he’s not stepping aside yet, but the quiet jockeying to replace him has begun. And finally, they unpack Michelle Obama’s tough-love message for Democrats — and what it means for the party’s future bench. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov . Follow Pr...

Nov 19, 202544 min

China Decode: How an AI Price War Could Spark a Market Correction

In this episode of China Decode , hosts Alice Han and James Kynge break down how China is quietly building the “Android of AI” while the U.S. is pouring billions into the ultra-premium iPhone equivalent. As American firms chase ever-bigger, pricier models, Chinese competitors are going lean, open-source, and dirt-cheap — and U.S. startups are already switching to them. They unpack why Chinese models are suddenly dominating Hugging Face, how an AI price war could spark a market correction, and wh...

Nov 18, 202539 min

How Success Shapes Friendships, What to Do with Inherited Money, and Why Patriotism Matters

Scott Galloway answers listener questions on how wealth can reshape friendships, how to build purpose when you inherit a large sum of money and don’t have to work, and why he believes patriotism still matters when raising young men. 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...

Nov 17, 202519 min

No Mercy / No Malice: National Service

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Nov 15, 202515 min

How to Know When You Have Enough, Build a Safety Net, and Spend Money Well — ft. Morgan Housel

In this special episode of Office Hours, Scott Galloway brings back Morgan Housel to answer your questions on “enough,” financial independence, and the art of spending. They discuss why our money goals keep moving, how to know when you can slow down, and why saving is really about buying independence, not things. Morgan also explains why holding extra cash can be a smart emotional hedge, while Scott shares how he spends today and what he wishes he’d known earlier. Morgan’s latest book, The Art o...

Nov 14, 202527 min

Notes on Being a Man — a Live Conversation with Ben Stiller

Scott Galloway joins actor, director, and comedian Ben Stiller live at 92NY for a conversation on modern masculinity – friendship, fatherhood, purpose, and building a life filled with meaning and connection. They discuss why mentoring young men has become controversial, how masculinity can evolve without reverting to old stereotypes, and the cultural forces leaving men lost in the digital age. Scott also opens up about his relationship with his parents, the lessons of forgiveness, and what it me...

Nov 13, 20251 hr 13 minEp. 373

Raging Moderates: Trump’s “Affordability” Agenda—A Masterclass in Backward Economics

Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dive into Trump’s new “affordability” push — from $2,000 tariff rebate checks to 50-year mortgages — and ask whether any of it actually makes economic sense. Then, California’s Gavin Newsom takes on America’s masculinity crisis, warning Democrats can’t keep ignoring men and boys. Plus, Texas Democrat James Talarico gets caught following OnlyFans models, and Trump’s influence hits a new low (or high?) — the “Mar-a-Lago face.” Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov...

Nov 12, 20251 hr

China Decode: China's Renewable Energy Dominance in the AI Race

In this episode of China Decode , hosts Alice Han and James Kynge unpack how the U.S. and China are building the backbone of the AI era — massive data centers that are reshaping global energy use and government policy. They look at who’s paying for the AI boom, why electricity might decide the winner, and how China’s homegrown models are quietly catching up to Silicon Valley. Then, China’s newest aircraft carrier, and why it’s raising questions about Beijing’s military ambitions and the U.S. str...

Nov 11, 202538 min

How to Talk About Money, Raise Independent Kids, and Build Real Wealth — ft. Morgan Housel

In this special episode of Office Hours, Scott brings on Morgan Housel, bestselling author of The Psychology of Money , to take your questions on love, parenting, and financial independence. They discuss how income gaps affect relationships, the moral gray zone of college admissions consulting, and why the best investment you can make in your 20s isn’t in stocks — it’s in habits. Morgan’s latest book, The Art of Spending Money: Simple Choices for a Richer Life , is out now. Want to be featured i...

Nov 10, 202529 min

Humanoid Robots, Building a Service Business, and Why CEOs Won’t Save Democracy

Scott Galloway answers listener questions on the humanoid robotics boom and why real adoption is still years away. He then shares advice for a young entrepreneur starting a services business, explaining why relationships, talent, and overdelivering for clients are key to success. Finally, Scott calls out corporate America’s moral decline and argues that defending democracy will fall to citizens, not CEOs. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.c...

Nov 07, 202519 min

The Collapse of American Virtue — with Fareed Zakaria

Scott Galloway speaks with Fareed Zakaria, an author, host of Fareed Zakaria GPS on CNN, and columnist for The Washington Post. Fareed explains why the global left is in retreat, how America’s obsession with money has replaced virtue, and why the U.S. can’t beat China by trying to become more like it. He and Scott discuss the moral decay hollowing out Western societies, the rise of populism, and what it will take to give young men a renewed sense of purpose. They also explore the future of U.S. ...

Nov 06, 202558 minEp. 372

Raging Moderates: Trump’s K-Shaped Economy: Why the Economy Feels Broken

Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov take stock of the Trump economy one year after his 2024 election. If popular stock indices don’t tell the whole story, what other indicators should we look at? Plus — the government shutdown is on the verge of becoming the longest in US history, and lawmakers don’t seem close to a plan for the future. What comes next? And, the ugly MAGA infighting over Nick Fuentes’ antisemitism. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov . Follow Prof G, @profgalloway . Follow Ragin...

Nov 05, 202559 min

China Decode: What One Big Exam Reveals about Inequality in China

In this episode of China Decode , hosts Alice Han and James Kynge unpack how the global auto industry is facing a new chip crisis. Dutch chipmaker Nexperia has halted shipments to China after a payment and ownership dispute, forcing carmakers like Honda and Volkswagen to scramble for crucial semiconductor parts. They explain how a fight over factory control became the latest flashpoint in the U.S.–China tech rivalry — and why Europe is caught in the middle. Then, they turn to China’s most pressu...

Nov 04, 202544 min

Subscription Inflation, How to Use a Gap Year, and Deciding When to Retire

Scott Galloway answers listener questions on the wave of subscription price hikes and why recurring revenue gives companies pricing power. He then lays out a simple playbook for making the most of a gap year before law school, and weighs the ethics and practicality of retiring early when layoffs loom. 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 podc...

Nov 03, 202517 min

First Time Founders with Ed Elson – This Physicist Is Building AI Droids

Ed speaks with Matan Grinberg, co-founder and CEO of Factory, an AI company focused on bringing autonomy to software engineering. They discuss the long-term future of AI, the role of regulation, and whether or not he’s concerned about an AI bubble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 02, 202559 min

AI’s Power Problem, Have We Passed Peak Social Media? and How to Save Democracy

Scott Galloway answers listener questions on AI’s growing strain on the U.S. power grid, why we may have reached peak social media, and how economic boycotts can serve as a check on political power. 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...

Oct 31, 202521 min

America’s Casino Economy — with Kyla Scanlon

Scott Galloway speaks with Kyla Scanlon, an economic commentator, educator, and author of In This Economy? How Money and Markets Really Work. Kyla explains how gambling culture has seeped into markets and everyday investing, why America has effectively become a giant bet on AI, and what the rise of “risk-aggressive” leadership means for the next generation. They also explore the widening gap between Wall Street and the real economy, the dangers of over-concentration in Big Tech, and how social m...

Oct 30, 20251 hr 4 minEp. 371

Raging Moderates: Why Politicians are Launching Podcasts Ahead of 2028

With just a week until Election Day, Scott and Jessica break down the races shaping the final stretch — from Andrew Cuomo’s last-minute unlikely comeback bid in New York City to Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill testing whether moderation still wins in purple America. Plus, California’s Prop 50 could shift the balance of power in Congress. Then: why every ambitious politician suddenly has a podcast, and why Kamala Harris hints she might not be done with presidential politics just yet. Follow...

Oct 29, 202555 min
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