The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

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Bestselling author, professor and entrepreneur Scott Galloway combines business insight and analysis with provocative life and career advice.
On Mondays, Prof G Markets breaks down what’s moving the capital markets, teaching the basics of financial literacy so you can build economic security. Head over to the Prof G Markets feed for even more of that content.
Tuesdays, Raging Moderates brings Scott together with political strategist and The Five co-host Jessica Tarlov for centrist takes on the latest in politics. Head over to the Raging Moderates feed for interviews with leading voices in politics and news. 
On Wednesdays, Office Hours features Scott answering your questions about business, career, and life. 
On Thursdays, Conversations features Scott talking with leading thinkers across business, geopolitics, tech, and culture. 
On Saturdays, don’t miss No Mercy / No Malice, Scott’s Webby Award-winning newsletter, as read by actor and raconteur George Hahn.
And on the first Sunday of every month, check out First Time Founders, where Ed Elson sits down with entrepreneurs for conversations about what it really takes to build a business from scratch. 
To resist is futile…
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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 your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15m
May 28
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 Raging Moderates, @RagingModeratesPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

50m
May 27
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 shaped his path, and the most meaningful moments along the way. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

58m
May 26
No Mercy / No Malice: Rise of the Toligarchs

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

15m
May 24
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

1h 14m
May 22
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 recording to officehours@profgmedia.com, or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21m
May 21
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, former federal prosecutor and Stay Tuned host Preet Bharara joins to unpack the growing legal and ethical crises surrounding the Trump administration. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov.  Follow Prof G, @profgalloway. Follow Raging Moderates, @RagingModeratesPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 17m
May 20
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 it overwhelmingly favors the wealthiest Americans and threatens to accelerate wealth concentration across the country. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on InstagramFollow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 15m
May 19
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

19m
May 17
How to Fight Fascism in America — with Timothy Snyder

Timothy Snyder, a leading historian of authoritarianism, Ukraine, and Eastern Europe, joins Scott to discuss the threats to American democracy, echoes of 1930s fascism, and what still gives him hope. Follow Timothy, @TimothyDSnyder. Algebra of Happiness: Mother’s Day reflections. Listen to Episodes 1 & 2 of Lost Boys now, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 3m
May 15
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@profgmedia.com, or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19m
May 14
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 choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 18m
May 13
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. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on InstagramFollow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 1m
May 12
No Mercy / No Malice: Brain Drain

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

15m
May 10
Kleptocracy, Inc. — with Anne Applebaum

Anne Applebaum, a Pulitzer Prize–winning historian and staff writer at The Atlantic, joins Scott to discuss the rise of kleptocracy in America, the global playbook of autocrats, and solutions to our democratic slide. Follow Anne, @anneapplebaum. Algebra of Happiness: greatness is in the agency of others.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 14m
May 08
Lifestyle Arbitrage, Balancing Ambition and Relationships, and What Gives Scott Hope

Scott unpacks whether young Americans should consider lifestyle arbitrage — moving abroad for a better quality of life. Then, he offers advice on balancing ambition and relationships in your 20s and 30s. And in our Reddit Hotline segment, Scott answers the big question: what gives him hope? 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

22m
May 07
Raging Moderates: Trump’s Trade War vs. Hollywood (feat. Sen. Chris Murphy)

The economy’s on edge, Trump’s tariffs are targeting Hollywood, and there’s chaos in the West Wing as Mike Waltz is out—and Marco Rubio is somehow doing four jobs at once. Plus, Senator Chris Murphy joins to break down the GOP’s sweeping budget cuts, the Democratic response, and whether voters are finally starting to pay attention. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov.  Follow Prof G, @profgalloway. Follow Raging Moderates, @RagingModeratesPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 20m
May 06
Prof G Markets: Blockbuster Week For Big Tech Earnings + Can the U.S. Fix Its Student Debt Crisis?

Scott and Ed discuss the latest U.S. GDP report, new data on China’s factory activity, and the launch of Amazon’s new internet satellites. Then they turn to Big Tech earnings, breaking down first quarter results from Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta. Finally, they examine the Trump administration’s decision to resume forced collections on defaulted student loans, discussing the broader implications and potential solutions for addressing student debt. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 11m
May 05
First Time Founders with Ed Elson – The Story of Reddit

Live from YPO’s Global Entrepreneurship Summit, Ed sits down with Reddit co-founder and CEO Steve Huffman. They discuss the company’s IPO journey, his unique approach to investor relations, and how Reddit navigates the complex world of content moderation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

58m
May 04
No Mercy / No Malice: The Great Rotation

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

19m
May 03
What Happened to American Conservatism? — with David Brooks

David Brooks, New York Times columnist and writer for The Atlantic, joins Scott to discuss the decline of true conservatism, the failures of elite institutions, the moral decay fueling American politics, and the crisis facing men and boys. Follow David Brooks, @nytdavidbrooks. Algebra of Happiness: reflections on religion.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 8m
May 01
How to Make Sure AI Doesn’t Take Your Job, Planning a Guys’ Trip, and When to Take on Debt

Scott shares his updated take on whether AI is truly coming for our jobs. Then, he offers tips for planning a meaningful guys’ trip that deepens friendships.  And in our Reddit Hotline segment, Scott responds to a listener asking about when it is smart to take on personal debt to level up your life. 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

23m
Apr 30
Raging Moderates: Trump’s 100 Days of Power Grabs

Scott and Jessica break down the first 100 days of Trump’s second term — from mass deportations and trade wars to the arrest of judges and shaky Ukraine peace talks. Plus, they dig into the state of the press after a tense White House Correspondents’ Dinner and the rise of MAGA media. Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov.  Follow Prof G, @profgalloway. Follow Raging Moderates, @RagingModeratesPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 13m
Apr 29
Prof G Markets: The Trump Fold & Tesla’s Brand Death

Scott and Ed discuss Trump’s decision to invite the top holders of his memecoin to a private dinner, Boeing’s first quarter earnings, and a new report underscoring the worsening wealth inequality in the U.S. Then, they explore how Trump’s policy reversals are undermining America’s global reputation in the markets. Finally, they break down Tesla’s first-quarter report, why the markets reacted so positively to the terrible results, and the key moments from the earnings call.  Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on InstagramFollow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 4m
Apr 28
No Mercy / No Malice: Breaking the Silence

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

16m
Apr 26
Why Women Still Struggle for Real Power — with Melinda French Gates

Melinda French Gates, a philanthropist, businesswoman, and global advocate for women and girls, joins Scott to discuss her new book The Next Day: Transitions, Change, and Moving Forward.  They also get into Melinda’s philanthropic efforts, what she’s learned from raising a son, and why women still face barriers to claiming “real power” today. Follow Melinda French Gates, @melindafrenchgates. Algebra of Happiness: Morning Phase by Beck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

55m
Apr 24
Scott on Hotel Brands, Netflix’s Adolescence, and Theranos Takeaways

Scott shares his take on the explosion of hotel brands and what it says about consolidation, consumer choice, and corporate strategy. Then, he reflects on the Netflix series Adolescence and the pressures facing young men today. Finally, in our Reddit Hotline segment, Scott responds to a question about Elizabeth Holmes, Theranos, and the culture of overpromising in Silicon Valley. 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

25m
Apr 23
Raging Moderates: SCOTUS Blocks Trump’s Deportation Efforts

Scott and Jessica unpack the Supreme Court’s decision to block Trump’s use of a centuries-old immigration law, the unraveling of Ukraine peace talks, and Pete Hegseth’s involvement in a second Signal chat sharing classified military plans. Plus, David Hogg sparks generational drama in the Democratic Party—does challenging seniority politics help or hurt the left? Follow Jessica Tarlov, @JessicaTarlov.  Follow Prof G, @profgalloway. Follow Raging Moderates, @RagingModeratesPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 28m
Apr 22
Prof G Markets: Global Pushback on Tariffs + Can the FTC Beat Meta?

Scott and Ed discuss gold hitting a record high, the Trump administration’s new restrictions on chip exports, and Jerome Powell’s comments on tariffs. Then, they unpack how other nations are pushing back against the tariffs, highlighting Trump’s key strategic missteps—including his underestimation of global rivals. Finally, they dissect the key moments from the Meta antitrust trial so far, with Scott laying out the economic upsides of breaking up the company, and Ed outlining how the FTC could actually come out on top. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 6m
Apr 21
No Mercy / No Malice: United States of Debt

As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/united-states-of-debt/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20m
Apr 19