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In this episode of China Decode, Alice Han and James Kynge unpack the International Monetary Fund’s blunt warning that China’s export-led growth model is nearing its limits — just as the Supreme Court of the United States rolls back sweeping Trump-era emergency tariffs, reshaping the trade war at a pivotal moment. Then, China’s hospitals are going viral. From Beijing to Hainan, foreign patients are seeking faster, cheaper treatment as part of Beijing’s “Healthy China 2030” push to turn healthcare into a new growth engine — but could that spark domestic backlash? And finally, Seedance 2.0, the powerful new AI video model from ByteDance, is generating hyper-realistic celebrity deepfakes and rattling Hollywood. Is this the future of filmmaking — or the start of a new AI arms race?

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Scott reveals whether he gets pushback from tech CEOs, weighs in on who should run in 2028, and explains why the ability to mourn and move on has been key to his success.

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Scott Galloway unpacks the business incentives behind undocumented labor, shares what he’s planning for this year’s SXSW, and reflects on what today’s political climate means for parents. 

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Kai Ryssdal, host and senior editor of Marketplace, joins Scott Galloway to assess the contradictions at the heart of today’s economy.

They discuss the “low hire, low fire” labor market, why consumer sentiment feels worse than the headline data suggests, and how tariffs are quietly working their way into higher prices. Kai also shares his skepticism about the AI boom, whether white-collar workers should be worried, and why income inequality continues to widen despite record markets.

The conversation also explores prediction markets, national service, military leadership, and the future of public media.

Algebra of Happiness: do you have a debt?

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down how censoring Colbert backfired on CBS — after Texas state Rep. James Talarico’s scheduled appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert was abruptly pulled off the air. Is this corporate media caving to Trump-era pressure — and is Paramount the real loser? Then: the DOJ says it’s done releasing the Epstein files — but reports suggest the public has seen just 2% of them. If that’s true, who’s still exposed, and why is the department claiming mission accomplished? Plus: a DHS funding showdown is underway in Congress. With ICE funding already secured, and public trust in government near historic lows, which party blinks first?

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China is entering the Year of the Fire Horse — a zodiac pairing that comes around just once every 60 years. The last time was 1966, the year the Cultural Revolution began. So is this simply symbolism… or could it hint at something more? In this special Lunar New Year episode of China Decode, Alice Han is joined by writer and commentator Lijia Zhang to unpack the meaning — and the mythology — behind the Fire Horse. They explore how astrology, politics, and economics intersect at a pivotal moment for China. From falling birth rates and zodiac baby booms to record-breaking Spring Festival travel, what does this year reveal about where China may be headed next?

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Scott weighs in on Trump’s escalating rhetoric toward Canada, explains why he’s unsubscribing from Uber, Amazon, and other Big Tech platforms, and argues that the biggest competitive advantage most people ignore is ruthless focus.

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Ethan Mollick, professor at the Wharton School and author of One Useful Thing, joins Scott Galloway to examine the biggest mistake companies are making about AI.

They discuss why fears of mass job loss may be premature, how quiet productivity gains are already reshaping work, and why most organizations lack the imagination to redesign themselves around new technology. Ethan also explores AI in higher education and medicine, the rise of open-weight models, and what all of this means for young people entering the workforce.

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov explore a weekend that showcased two very different Americas: Bad Bunny celebrated unity across the continent, while Donald Trump leaned into culture wars, attacking an Olympic skier for expressing mixed feelings about representing the U.S. and amplifying a racist video of the Obamas. At the same time, Congress is reviewing Epstein files, Ghislaine Maxwell is publicly hinting at clemency deals, and Trump’s allies are facing political scrutiny. They also break down Trump’s economic message ahead of the midterms — from AI-driven growth claims to foreign investment promises — and whether everyday Americans are actually seeing the benefits. Plus, they tackle the skyrocketing cost of NYC private schools, now topping $70,000 a year at elite institutions, and what it means for families navigating a struggling public system.

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In this episode of China Decode, Alice Han and James Kynge dig into China’s so-called “genius camps” — the small, brutally selective talent pipeline behind many of the country’s biggest tech and AI breakthroughs. Then they turn to rising nuclear tensions after the U.S. accuses China of having conducted a secret nuclear test in 2020, just as the last major U.S.-Russia arms control treaty expires. How credible are the claims, and what does this mean for global nuclear negotiations? Plus, China’s underground club scene is roaring back after years of pandemic closures, as global music crosses borders in new ways — including Bad Bunny topping the charts in China.

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Scott Galloway weighs in on Reddit’s valuation and long-term prospects, shares his candid take on Democratic leadership and the road to 2028, and explains why a 1% financial advisor fee can quietly destroy long-term returns.

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Scott Galloway responds to listener questions about ‘Resist and Unsubscribe’ – a campaign built on the idea that economic pressure, not outrage, is the most effective lever for change. 

He explains why subscription revenue matters more than advertising, where consumer boycotts could backfire, and what risks come with taking this approach.

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Journalist Derek Thompson joins Scott Galloway to examine why Americans feel increasingly unhappy — even as many measures of health, safety, and quality of life improve.

They discuss how media incentives and negativity bias distort our perception of reality, why outrage dominates online discourse, and how social comparison and screen-based life erode well-being. Derek also explores the impact of AI on inequality, the promise and limits of GLP-1 drugs, and why progress in technology and health hasn’t translated into greater happiness or connection.

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down Trump’s signature move: flooding the zone. From a massive Epstein document dump that swallows the news cycle, to Trump inserting himself into active investigations and openly pushing to “nationalize” voting, the noise is the point. Then, they zoom out to Trump’s broader project — remaking Washington in his own image, from cultural institutions to public monuments — and ask whether it’s ideology, ego, or legacy-building. Finally, they look at a very different kind of power: Bad Bunny’s moment, celebrity resistance to Trump’s immigration crackdown, and whether culture can still move politics when politics feels overwhelming.

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In this episode of China Decode, Alice Han and James Kynge unpack how China is reshaping global power—sometimes loudly, sometimes through pandas, ports, and pop culture. As Donald Trump warns allies like the U.K. and Canada that getting closer to Beijing is “dangerous,” reality tells a messier story: British pharma giant AstraZeneca is cutting billion-dollar deals in China, Japan is losing its last pandas amid rising tensions, and Washington is scrambling to blunt China’s grip on critical minerals.

They also dive into a Panamanian court ruling that just blew up a Hong Kong firm’s control over key canal ports—an apparent U.S. win that could quickly become a new U.S.–China flashpoint over one of the world’s most important trade chokepoints. And finally, they decode the viral idea that everyone is living a “very Chinese time,” from wellness trends to memes, and what it says about growing American disillusionment—and China’s evolving soft power. Why does all this matter? Because these fights aren’t abstract: they affect supply chains, prices, travel, jobs, and how the next generation sees America’s place in the world.

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Scott Galloway weighs the risks and rewards of building businesses with friends, explains how technology and anxiety are fueling division, and opens up about the personal experiences that taught him why generosity is the key to healthier relationships.

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Ed Elson speaks with Chris Best, co-founder and CEO of Substack. They discuss how the company stood out against competitors, why video has become increasingly important to its audience, and where the media industry is headed next.

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Scott Galloway opens up about his lifelong struggle with body dysmorphia, breaks down the psychology behind the affordability crisis, and shares hard-earned lessons about ambition, sacrifice, and relationships.

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Historian Timothy Snyder joins Scott Galloway to put the current political moment in historical context — and to explain why it should not be dismissed as abstract or theoretical.

They discuss recent killings during federal immigration operations, how propaganda attempts to overwrite reality, and why video evidence and “small truths” matter in resisting authoritarian power. Tim also examines the role of corporations, the limits of political parties, and what history shows about protest, coalition-building, and civic action.

Algebra of Happiness: how to give your parents comfort.

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dig into the political fallout from the killing of Alex Pretti and what it means for Democrats facing a high-stakes choice: use their leverage to rein in ICE, even if it risks a shutdown—or back down. They also unpack the GOP’s growing contradiction on the Second Amendment, as Republicans defend federal agents who killed a lawful gun owner. And finally, they take a look at Melania Trump’s glossy new documentary and what a $40 million payday says about her priorities as First Lady.

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In this episode of China Decode, Alice Han and James Kynge break down a seismic week in Beijing. China has effectively blown up the top of its military command, sidelining Xi Jinping’s most trusted lieutenant and raising questions about loyalty, readiness, and how secure Xi really is at the apex of power. They explain what this unprecedented purge inside the PLA means—not just for China’s military, but for regional stability and markets. They also unpack the post-China future of TikTok. After years of bans, lawsuits, and security concerns, a last-minute deal keeps the app alive in the U.S.—but does it truly sever Beijing’s influence, or just repackage it? With 180 million American users and a generation getting its news from TikTok, we explain why this deal matters far beyond social media. And finally, Alice sits down with economist Houze Song to cut through the spin on China’s economy—from headline growth numbers and export dependence to the long shadow of the property collapse and what Beijing may (or may not) do next. 

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Scott Galloway breaks down why podcasts are becoming the new TV, offers practical advice for navigating career disruption later in life, and reflects candidly on divorce with kids — including the lessons he learned the hard way.

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Scott Galloway shares his take on the new NYC mayor and what Democrats can learn from the early policy agenda. He also explains how employees should think about “key person risk” when working for founder-led companies, and reflects candidly on the pros and cons of sending a child to boarding school — including what he got wrong as a parent.

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Live from Davos, Scott Galloway and historian Niall Ferguson examine why today’s geopolitical moment looks less like a “new world order” and more like a return to Cold War power politics.

They discuss Trump’s foreign policy tactics, China as the central global rival, the limits of alliance politics, and why Ukraine’s war may only end through a fragile and imperfect peace.

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It’s officially been one year of Trump 2.0—and it’s hard to overstate just how much has changed. Trump is back in the Oval Office with fewer guardrails, a more loyal team, and a far greater willingness to push presidential power than ever before. Jessica Tarlov sits down with historian and Letters from an American writer Heather Cox Richardson to take stock of Trump’s first year back in office—how history may remember it, what it means to have a president with so few constraints, his open assault on truth and democratic norms, and whether the U.S. is sliding toward an imperial presidency. Then, they turn to Trump’s unlikely transformation from anti-globalist firebrand to guest of honor in Davos—and what that shift says about today’s global order and the possible unraveling of the post–World War II diplomatic system. And finally, they unpack the sudden wave of 2016 nostalgia online: why people are longing for that moment, and what we’re really missing when we call it “the last normal year.”

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In this episode of China Decode, Alice Han and James Kynge break down Beijing’s drive to pull U.S. allies closer—from Canada’s EV tariff to Europe’s growing economic hedge. They unpack China’s lopsided economy, as exports boom while consumers pull back and the property slump deepens. Plus, a viral app meant to check if users are still alive sparks a deeper look at China’s growing loneliness epidemic.

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This episode wraps up Prof G on Economics, a two-part Office Hours series on the forces shaping the economy and your financial life.

Ed Elson and Kyla Scanlon discuss how the American Dream is shifting for younger generations, why common economic signals can be misleading, and how to tell the difference between real economic health and financial strain — plus how they make sense of the noise in today’s media landscape.

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Sam Harris, a neuroscientist, bestselling author, and host of the Making Sense podcast, joins Scott Galloway to discuss the rise of conspiracy thinking, the role of the media, and how identity politics is shaping American politics. They also talk about ICE and law enforcement, Trumpism, antisemitism, Iran and Islamism, masculinity, and why it’s becoming harder for people to agree on basic facts.

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Jessica Tarlov is joined by @thebulwark’s Sarah Longwell to talk through this frantic moment in America. They discuss the battle for the narrative around the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis, the hypocrisy of the ICE defenders inside the administration, and the potential for this tragedy to galvanize the American public. Plus — Trump’s openly vengeful persecution of Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, and a new Gallup poll shows some surprising trends in the political identity of voters around the country. 

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In the wake of Trump’s invasion of Venezuela, how will China respond to the ongoing protests in Iran? In this episode of China Decode, Alice Han and James Kynge take on the geopolitical firestorm brewing in Beijing, as it finds its energy imports, financial partnerships, and global influence all imperiled. Alice and James are joined by Michal Meidan, head of China Energy Research at the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies, to assess how big an impact these events will have on China’s future. 

Plus — with adult obesity on the rise in China, so-called “fat prisons” are springing up to help people (and pets) lose weight. That’s in addition to GLP-1 drugs, which are getting cheaper and more available as Chinese manufacturers begin to produce them themselves.

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This episode kicks off Prof G on Economics, a two-part Office Hours series focused on the forces shaping the economy and your financial life.

Ed Elson and economic commentator Kyla Scanlon answer listener questions on whether young professionals should prioritize big-city careers over affordability, what the global focus on Greenland actually means for investors, and how financial literacy should be taught to the next generation.

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions about why he shut down his AI persona, what concerns him about Character.AI, his daily routine, and how parents should think about giving money to their kids.

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Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group, joins Jessica Tarlov, co-host of The Five and Raging Moderates, to unpack the biggest risks facing the world in 2026 — from Trump’s political revolution and U.S. intervention abroad to Europe’s instability, AI, and the global energy race.

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Nicolás Maduro is no longer ruling Venezuela -- he’s behind bars in the United States. Trump calls it a law-enforcement win. Democrats say it crossed a dangerous line. Jessica Tarlov is joined by Ben Meiselas of the Meidas Touch (@MeidasTouch) to break down how Democrats can defend the Constitution without sounding like they’re defending a dictator -- and whether Trump is successfully reframing a military operation as justice. Plus: the welfare-fraud scandal that forced Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to abandon his third-term bid, and the Silicon Valley backlash over a proposed billionaire wealth tax that’s putting Democrats on a collision course with their donors. 

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In this episode of China Decode, Alice Han and James Kynge break down Beijing’s response to Trump’s sudden takeover of Venezuela — a move that hits China’s energy interests, loans, and influence in Latin America, and raises the stakes far beyond oil. Then they turn to the EV race, where BYD has overtaken Tesla for the first time, signaling a potential power shift in the global auto industry. And finally, they look at China’s quieter — but surprising — rise as a luxury food superpower, from caviar to truffles, and what it says about trade, consumption, and state-backed strategy. 

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In today’s Office Hours, Scott answers listener questions on how motivation develops in young people, whether social safety nets dampen ambition, and what the rise of private members-only clubs says about inequality and community. 

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Ed Elson speaks with Michael Berkowitz, Founder and CEO of Norwegian Wool, a luxury coat brand. They discuss his transition from finance to fashion, how he successfully broke into the luxury market, and his perspective on the rise of the quiet luxury trend.

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In this special year-end episode of Office Hours, producer Jennifer Sanchez sits down with the people who make Prof G Media run every day. You’ll hear from Mia Silverio, who leads research, Claire Miller, senior producer of Prof G Markets, and MaryJean Ribas, Scott’s chief of staff. They answer listener questions about how the shows are made, how stories and stats come together on tight timelines, and what their own career paths looked like before landing here.

Thanks for listening in 2025 – we’ll see you in the new year.

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on whether he’d ever go on The Joe Rogan Experience, what went right (and wrong) this past year, and how small businesses can attract great talent in a competitive job market. 

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David Brooks, New York Times columnist, Atlantic writer, and bestselling author of The Second Mountain and How to Know a Person, joins Scott Galloway to examine the forces reshaping American life – from declining trust in government and media to economic uncertainty, extremism, and the crisis facing young men. They discuss why prosperity hasn’t translated into happiness, how culture and incentives shape behavior, and why love, commitment, and service may matter more than money in holding society together.

Algebra of happiness: Scott's holiday wish for you all.

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov take stock of a dizzying year in American politics. They break down how Trump’s return to office in 2025 reshaped the presidency, the economy, and U.S. institutions--even as his political standing shows signs of strain. Then, they turn to AI. As layoffs mount and lobbying surges, what should Democrats’ response be when voters are anxious, states are being sidelined, and Congress can’t seem to act? And before signing off, they revisit the moments of 2025 that gave them hope. 

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