Prof G Media

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Scott goes through what he got right vs. wrong in 2023 and then shares his predictions for 2024.

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Scott explores the potential for advertisers to promote their products on less favorable platforms such as pornography sites. He then discusses how to negotiate stock options with an employer. He wraps up with advice to a listener seeking to jumpstart their public speaking career, sharing insights from his own personal experience. 

Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic

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As read by George Hahn.

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We’ve made it to our final episode of 2023! Please enjoy as we highlight a few of the blue flame thinkers who joined us on the pod this year. 

Episodes in order of guest appearances:

Conversation with Mustafa Suleyman — The Proliferation of AI & the Next Wave of Technology

The Promises and Perils of Neurotechnology – with Nita Farahany

Behind the Scenes of SVB’s Collapse + A Vision for America — with Ro Khanna

The State of Play: Markets, Economy, and Ukraine & China’s Growing Power, US Diplomacy, and Ukraine’s Counteroffensive — with Ian Bremmer

Conversation with Fareed Zakaria — The Conflict in Israel and the State of Foreign Affairs

Capitalism, Private Equity, and the Seven Deadly Sins — with Stephen Dubner

The Psychology of Money — with Morgan Housel

Conversation with Jennifer B. Wallace — What to Do About Toxic Achievement Culture

How to Get Unstuck — with Adam Alter

Conversation with Jennifer Cohen — Building Healthy Habits and Staying Confident

Understanding AI’s Threats and Opportunities — with Mo Gawdat

Masculinity, Media, and How to Citizen – with Baratunde Thurston

Conversation with Simon Sinek — Finding Your Why, Feeling Stuck, and Building Strong Leaders

Scott closes by thanking YOU for supporting the Prof G Pod in 2023.

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Scott gives entrepreneurial marketing advice, speaking as to why startups should focus on creating an exceptional product over spending on marketing. He then discusses how to deal with management teams within your company when employees keep getting poached. He wraps up by advising a listener who is speaking to their nephew’s high school class about their career path in entrepreneurship. 

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Scott shares his thoughts on why Google lost Epic’s lawsuit, while Apple was able to win in a similar case. He then discusses what it means to devalue a currency, and whether or not Argentina can turn its economy around. Finally, he breaks down the largest sports contract in history, and explains what working professionals can learn from it when it comes time to negotiate compensation. 

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As read by George Hahn.

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Dr. Peter Attia, the founder of Early Medical and the author of the #1 New York Times Bestseller, Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity, joins Scott to discuss how to live a healthier life, specifically from a physical, cognitive, and emotional perspective.   

Scott opens with his thoughts on Google losing an antitrust case, why Macy’s is up for sale, and why higher education institutions need to draw a line. 

Algebra of Happiness: when not to make decisions. 

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Scott discusses the trends around cause-based marketing, speaking as to why companies should avoid making statements on social issues. He then gives advice to a listener wondering whether to move to a bigger city for career opportunities. He wraps up with his thoughts on navigating conversations about career goals and aspirations with a manager, particularly when aiming to advance to their position. 

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Scott breaks down his wins and loses amid crypto’s bull market this year. He also shares his thoughts on the state of the airline industry and whether or not Hawaiian Airlines could make a good merger arbitrage trade. Finally, he and Ed discuss why Elon Musk needs to raise $1 billion for his AI company.

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As read by George Hahn.

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Dan Senor, a former White House foreign policy advisor and the bestselling author of “The Genius Of Israel: The Surprising Resilience of a Divided Nation in a Turbulent World,” joins Scott to discuss the global response we’ve seen thus far from the war in Israel. 

Scott opens with his thoughts on consolidation.  

Algebra of Happiness: caring for others.

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Scott gives advice to a listener looking to buy a home for the first time and shares his thoughts on where mortgage rates are headed. He then discusses why he decided to pull The Prof G Pod from Spotify back in 2022, and then returned a year later. He wraps up with his thoughts on how to get back out there after a breakup.

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Scott shares his thoughts on the contradicting narratives around Goldman and Apple’s partnership. He also discusses the fast fashion industry and its externalities. Finally, he takes a look at Charlie Munger’s legacy.

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Ed speaks with Ryan Petersen, the founder and CEO of Flexport, a supply chain management company. They discuss logistics, the company’s $8 billion valuation, finding fame as an entrepreneur, and how Ryan thinks about money.

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As read by George Hahn.

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Mike Birbiglia, a comedian, storyteller, director, and actor, joins Scott to discuss his approach to storytelling, and how he thinks about mortality, comedy, and fatherhood. Follow Mike on Instagram, @birbigs. His latest special, The Old Man & the Pool, is out now on Netflix. 

Scott opens with his thoughts on the second-order effects that might follow the Sam Altman debacle. He also shares why he wants Shein to have a successful IPO. 

Algebra of Happiness: Less is more. 

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Scott gives his thoughts on the diamond market, specifically how the rise in lab-grown diamonds has affected the industry. He then discusses why women’s sports are a good investment and whether he’d invest in an athlete representation agency. He wraps up with advice to an investment banker planning to quit his job to travel the world. 

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Scott tells the story of his career in entrepreneurship, from starting a video rental company before business school, to going public with Red Envelope, to founding Prof G Media. He shares what was most meaningful about those experiences, and what was most surprising.

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Scott shares his thoughts on the latest revenue numbers from ByteDance, and whether or not we can trust any numbers coming from a private Chinese company. He also breaks down Target’s huge earnings beat, and discusses why luxury watches shouldn’t be treated as investments.

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As read by George Hahn.

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It's an emergency crossover episode of Pivot and the Prof G Pod and there's a lot to discuss. Sam Altman is out as CEO of OpenAI — but what exactly happened? Kara shares her latest reporting. Plus, major advertisers are fleeing X after Elon Musk endorsed an antisemitic conspiracy theory. Will Elon and X survive the firestorm? Kara and Scott break it all down.

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Morgan Housel, a partner at The Collaborative Fund, and the bestselling author of “The Psychology of Money,” joins Scott to discuss his new book, “Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes.” They get into topics including what to think about when buying a house, how to make healthier financial decisions, and the role money plays in our happiness. 

Scott opens with his thoughts on the importance of the US and China’s relationship. He also discusses why thinks the new AI wearable on the market will be a thud. 

Algebra of Happiness: focus on exercise. 

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Scott gives his thoughts on Etsy, specifically its potential as both an investment opportunity and as a business. He then offers advice to a listener struggling with naming their business. He wraps up with guidance on how to approach seeking a promotion or raise at work. 

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Scott shares his thoughts on Uber’s second consecutive quarter of profitability. He then breaks down why Disney had a better quarter than Warner Bros. Discovery, despite facing the same headwinds. Finally, we hear the latest from OpenAI’s developer event and Sam Altman’s keynote address.

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As read by George Hahn.

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Dean Phillips, a third-term Democratic Congressman from Minnesota, and now a Democratic candidate for President of the United States, joins Scott to discuss his decision to run against President Biden and the key issues he’ll be focused on throughout his campaign. 

Scott opens with his thoughts on WeWork’s bankruptcy and niche AI bots. 

Algebra of Happiness: demonstrate vulnerability. 

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Scott offers advice to a listener who wants their Substack newsletter to replace their steady full-time job. He then gives his thoughts on the increased distrust among Americans regarding higher education. He wraps up with insight on striking a balance between family relationships and career aspirations, especially at an early-career level. 

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Scott shares his thoughts on WeWork’s bankruptcy, Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid, and Disney’s full ownership of Hulu. Then Aswath Damodaran returns to the show to break down third quarter earnings season. They discuss Meta, Netflix and streaming, Instacart, the Ozempic effect, Birkenstock, Google, and Aswath’s new valuation for Tesla.

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Ed interviews the founders of Graza, an olive oil startup, about their path to founding the company, the merits and challenges of their partnership, and how they think about money and success.

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As read by George Hahn.

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Adam Grant, a professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and bestselling author, joins Scott to discuss his latest book, “Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things," and more.

Scott opens with his thoughts on going to the White House, Twitter’s valuation, and Meta launching a subscription service in the EU.

Algebra of Happiness: fatherhood.

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Scott provides his thoughts on the 2024 presidential election, specifically who he’s thinking of voting for. He then offers advice to a listener who finds themselves in a career trajectory dilemma after being relocated abroad for work. He wraps up with insight into how he manages his private investments. 

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Scott breaks down Meta’s and Snap’s earnings and explains why he’d be interested in taking some of Elon’s $13 billion in Twitter debt off the banks’ hands. He also discusses potential solutions to the U.S. deficit with Ed. 

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As read by George Hahn.

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Jennifer Cohen, an entrepreneur, brand strategist, author, and host of the business podcast Habits & Hustle, joins Scott to discuss the importance of being bold and resilient, how to build confidence, and adding more movement into your day.

Scott opens with his thoughts on Netflix’s rise to greatness.  

Algebra of Happiness: Who are you an advocate for? 

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Today is the third and final episode of our special 3-part series covering all things masculinity. 

Richard Reeves, the president of the American Institute for Boys and Men and a non-resident senior fellow in Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution, joins Scott to discuss the concept of relational masculinity, the decline of male connection, and the concentric circles of masculinity. They also get into the topics of parenting and the impact of porn on young men, specifically how it’s a place that young men retreat to.

After our conversation with Richard, Scott answers some listener questions on conversational skills, college admissions, and mentoring.  

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Scott breaks down the big bank earnings and explains why Goldman seems to be struggling more than its competitors. He then shares his thoughts on an ETF that makes options trading more accessible for retail investors. Finally, he discusses the different business models of private aviation and why fractional jet ownership is on the rise.

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As read by George Hahn.

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Chip Conley, the founder and CEO of Modern Elder Academy and the former head of global hospitality and strategy at Airbnb, joins Scott to discuss solutions to the agist workforce, thinking of a mid-life crisis as a chrysalis, and the things to consider as you build your career path. 

Scott opens with his thoughts on Rite Aid’s bankruptcy. He then shares his thoughts on TikTok becoming a major news source.   

Algebra of Happiness: When your kids are gone.

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Today is the second episode of our special 3-part series covering all things masculinity. 

Dr. Robert Sapolsky, a critically acclaimed author and professor of biology, neurology, and neurosurgery at Stanford University, joins Scott to discuss the contradictions in human behavior, as well as the common misconceptions surrounding testosterone and estrogen, specifically how these hormones relate to aggressive behavior. They also get into the concept of free will, including how the understanding of limited free will can influence one’s approach to parenting. 

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This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Exxon’s $60 billion acquisition of Pioneer. He then explains why private credit firms are essentially marketing organizations, and why you’re better off investing in index funds. Scott also takes a look at Ireland’s new sovereign wealth fund and proposes a global minimum corporate tax.

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As read by George Hahn.

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Fareed Zakaria, the host of Fareed Zakaria GPS on CNN and a columnist for The Washington Post, joins Scott to break down the conflict in Israel, including the historical context that is needed to know and the implications that are to follow within the region and around the globe. 

Follow Fareed on X, @FareedZakaria.

Scott opens with his thoughts on what Disney should do next and the role of a corporate board. He also discusses his thoughts on the IPO market, specifically why it’s in structural decline.

Algebra of Happiness: What is wellness? 

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Today we’re kicking off a special 3-part series answering your questions on all things masculinity. Christine Emba, a columnist at the Washington Post and author of Rethinking Sex, joins Scott to set the scene of where masculinity stands today and how women can help define positive masculinity. Christine also discusses what current heterosexual dating dynamics look like. 

After our conversation with Christine, Scott gives advice to a listener who is struggling with the challenge of advocating for men's issues while remaining mindful of women's concerns. He then discusses pornography, specifically its impact on young men when consumed in excess. He wraps up with a conversation about monogamy.

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In this bonus episode, we get a behind the scenes look at how Prof G Media created a chatbot that sounds like Scott with the help of Spirito.ai. Check out the chatbot yourself at https://profg.ai/

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This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on which stocks and sectors could get a boost or take a hit from Ozempic’s increasing popularity. Then, Josh Brown, CEO of Ritholtz Wealth, joins the show to help break down why bond yields have surged the past few weeks.

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As read by George Hahn.

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