How China Wins The AI War
In this episode, Ed Elson and AI expert Alice Hahn discuss China's AI startup DeepSeek, which is raising a $1 billion round at a $50 billion valuation—a figure far lower than U.S. rivals like Anthropic or OpenAI due to differences in Chinese capital markets and state-led funding. Hahn explains DeepSeek's recent V4 model, which boasts a 1‑million‑token context window comparable to top U.S. models, and highlights the strategic push to build a full‑stack AI ecosystem in China. The conversation also touches on the geopolitical tension surrounding semiconductor sales, featuring a clip of NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang debating whether chip exports to China should be restricted. Overall, the episode examines how China’s state-backed approach could reshape the global AI race.
China Is Beating the U.S. in Space?!
In this episode of China Decode, hosts Alice Han and James King examine China's rapid advancements in space, highlighting milestones such as a Mars rover, a lunar far‑side sample return, a new space station, over 90 launches in 2025, a...
Will AI Make You Stupid?
In this episode, the hosts explore how constant reliance on AI for tasks like copy‑pasting, answering, and outsourcing can boost productivity while potentially dulling our own thinking skills. They discuss the paradox that AI can make us more efficient yet...
Can AI Help You Start a Company? + What Social Media Regulation Really Means
In this episode the hosts explore the emerging role of AI as a personal companion, noting that many top AI apps are used for emotional support rather than productivity, with therapy-like interactions becoming the leading corporate use. They debate whether...
Trump Wins the Battle for Attention, Loses the War in Iran
In this episode of Raging Moderates, Scott Galloway and Jessica Charloff dissect the ongoing U.S. conflict with Iran, highlighting President Trump's push for a broader diplomatic deal despite lacking congressional approval and the 60‑day War Powers deadline. They critique Defense...
The Iran War Has No Exit — Ft. Ian Bremmer
In this episode, host Scott interviews geopolitical analyst Ian Bremmer about the escalating Iran war and its ripple effects on global politics and energy markets. Bremmer explains how the United Arab Emirates' sudden exit from OPEC deepens the split between...
Ray Dalio: The World Order Has Unraveled
In this episode, Ray Dalio explains his "big cycle" framework, outlining five forces—monetary, debt, political/social, geopolitical, and natural/technological—that shape the global economic order. He describes how the debt cycle functions like a circulatory system, where rising debt service relative to...
Data Center Debate: Are Energy Bills About To Explode?
The episode examines the looming energy crisis posed by the rapid expansion of AI data centers, noting that by 2030 they could consume twice today’s electricity—enough to power France and Germany combined—while the U.S. grid may lack sufficient capacity. Guests...
REPLAY: Building AI Supercompanies with Greg Shove and Scott Galloway
In a replay interview, Greg Shove and Scott Galloway define "AI Supercompanies" as firms that convert AI adoption into tangible value faster than rivals, drawing premium capital, talent, and customers. Shove, CEO of Section AI, outlines why every CEO should...
Livestream Today: Building Supercompanies
Scott Galloway announces a live‑stream at 1:30 p.m. ET with Greg Shove, CEO of Section, to discuss "Building Supercompanies." A Supercompany is defined as an organization that converts AI adoption into business value faster than competitors, attracting superior capital, talent, and...
Why International Stocks Are Beating the S&P, and How Scott Invests His Money
In this episode, the host muses on the homogeneity of the ultra‑wealthy, noting their shared lifestyles, vacation spots, and aspirations for elite education. He contrasts this with the more diverse middle class and highlights the common desire among the rich...
The Longevity Economy Is Built for the Rich
The episode examines the $6 trillion "longevity economy"—the booming market built around anti‑aging and wellness innovations—and highlights how its benefits are disproportionately accessible to the wealthy. It outlines macro trends driving investment in longevity, critiques the uneven distribution of cutting‑edge therapies,...
The Case for Making Up with China, and Which Car Company Is Winning the Energy Crisis?
The episode argues that the United States should reconcile with China, emphasizing that improved relations could act as a massive tax cut by leveraging China's unparalleled manufacturing and supply chain capabilities alongside America's strengths in IP, innovation, and capital. The...
The AI Job Crisis Andrew Yang Saw Coming
In this episode, hosts discuss the growing AI-driven job crisis, citing recent layoffs and rising unemployment among recent graduates. They interview Andrew Yang, who warned years ago that automation would displace millions of workers and proposed a $1,000 monthly Freedom...
America Has a Moral Problem, Not a Political One — with David Brooks
In this episode, host David Brooks discusses his recent departure from The New York Times after 22 years to join The Atlantic and a faculty role at the University of Michigan, emphasizing his desire for longer-form writing and a focus...
Thank You - Plus Supercompanies, Storytelling, and More
Scott Galloway’s No Mercy / No Malice newsletter earned the 2026 Webby Award in the Newsletter or Written Series category, highlighting its global reach across 200 countries. The post thanks readers and showcases popular past editions while warning against over‑reliance...
How Trump’s Iran War Could Break the GOP — with Ben Shapiro
In this episode of Raging Moderates, hosts Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov discuss the unfolding Iran‑Israel conflict and its potential to fracture the GOP, with Ben Shapiro—host of The Ben Shapiro Show and co‑founder of The Daily Wire—arguing that President...
The Unemployment Spike Nobody's Talking About, Why the SpaceX IPO Doesn't Add Up, and More
In this episode the hosts examine a recent, unexpected rise in unemployment among young women, debunk the hype around a $1.7 trillion valuation tied to a potential SpaceX IPO, and discuss the economic benefits of expanding childcare infrastructure. They argue that...
Why Storytelling Is Now the Most Valuable Skill in Tech
In this episode, the host argues that storytelling has become the most valuable skill in tech, surpassing even technical expertise. They discuss how the ability to evoke emotion around a product or idea can outweigh coding or engineering prowess, and...
Stocks Rip to Record Highs, Leaving War in the Dust
In this episode the hosts dissect why U.S. stock indices are soaring to record highs despite geopolitical turmoil, rising oil prices, and inflation fears. They argue that the market’s rally is driven by a narrow set of AI‑focused mega‑caps that...
Why the Rich Want to Live Forever — with Kara Swisher
In this episode, Kara Swisher explores the burgeoning obsession among tech billionaires with longevity and body optimization, tracing how figures like Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, and Larry Ellison are funding anti‑aging research, hormone therapies, and cutting‑edge biotech. Swisher critiques the...
Is the Labor Market About to Tip Us Into Recession?
In this episode of Prop G Markets, hosts Ed and Scott discuss the looming risk that a weakening labor market could push the U.S. economy into recession, drawing on insights from labor economist Catherine Anne Edwards. They explore key indicators...
Why Beijing Is Back in Washington’s Crosshairs
China is re‑emerging as a focal point of U.S. policy after its alleged role in nudging Iran toward a cease‑fire and reports that it may ship air‑defense systems to Tehran. President Trump has warned of a 50% tariff on any...
The Clip Economy
OpenAI reportedly paid roughly $200 million to acquire the tech‑talk podcast TBPN, a deal driven by the massive reach of its short‑form clips rather than its live audience. TBPN’s one‑minute snippets average 257,000 views—about 37 times the full episode’s audience—and generated...
NASA Is the Most Underrated Brand
Four astronauts completed Artemis II, the deepest crewed flight to date, looping the Moon with a 5.7 million‑pound rocket. The mission reignited public pride, with 80% of Americans rating NASA favorably and its website rivaling major tech brands in traffic. Despite higher...
Trump’s Toxic Leadership, How to Stop Underselling Yourself, and Firing Bad Clients
The episode critiques Donald Trump's toxic leadership style, arguing it fosters a new breed of socially detached, performative masculinity. It contrasts this with Robert Mueller, portrayed as a modest role model whose conduct offers a healthier example of leadership. The...
The “Ceasefire” Won’t Save The Economy — with Mark Zandi
In this episode of Prof G Markets, chief economist Mark Zandi discusses the economic fallout from the recent U.S.-Iran ceasefire, focusing on the $2 million per‑ship toll Iran plans to impose on the Strait of Hormuz. Zandi explains how the ceasefire...
Trump Just Gave China Its Biggest Diplomatic Win in Years
China’s covert diplomacy helped broker a fragile Iran‑Israel ceasefire, positioning Beijing as a peacemaker while the United States halted bombing. At the same time, Washington faces a 26% drop in exports to China and a major FBI‑identified Chinese hack, casting...
LIVE with Jessica Tarlov & Scott Galloway: Iran Ceasefire
Jessica Tarlov and Scott Galloway hosted a live webcast titled “Iran Ceasefire,” focusing on President Trump’s recent, albeit temporary, decision to step back from direct confrontation with Tehran. The conversation, streamed exclusively for Prof G+ members, examined how the ceasefire...
The Skills That Matter Most in the Age of AI – with Aneesh Raman
In this episode, host and guest Aneesh Raman discuss how organizations must evolve like massive startups to thrive in the AI era, granting employees autonomy to experiment with AI tools. Raman emphasizes the importance of reading the room and bringing...
What to Do if AI Comes for Your Job — with Aneesh Raman
In this episode, host Aneesh Raman discusses how workers can proactively adapt to AI-driven changes in the workplace by focusing on transferable skills and adjacent roles rather than clinging to specific job titles. He emphasizes leveraging strengths such as emotional...
The Social Media Reckoning Has Begun — Ft. Jonathan Haidt
In this episode, host and guest Jonathan Haidt discuss the legal reckoning facing social media giants after recent jury verdicts in New Mexico and Los Angeles found the companies knowingly harmed children. They trace the problem to 1990s legislation—Section 230...
Marriage Is the Biggest Financial Risk You’ll Take — with James Sexton
In this episode, host Ed Elson chats with James Sexton about the financial risks of marriage, exploring how partnership decisions intersect with personal economics and broader societal trends. Sexton highlights the hidden costs of divorce, the impact of shifting cultural...
Brutal Quarter Ends With a Rally — But Risks Are Rising
The episode reviews the dramatic end‑of‑quarter rally in U.S. equities, driven by shifting geopolitical signals around the Iran‑Saudi conflict and a potential de‑escalation hinted at by former President Trump and Iran’s president. Host Ed Elson and guest Kevin Gordon, head...
Big Tech Is Now Advising the White House — What Could Go Wrong?
The episode examines President Trump's new President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST), which now includes tech titans like Mark Andreessen, Jensen Huang, Mark Zuckerberg, and Larry Ellison. Host Ed Elson and guest Liz Hoffman discuss how this...
Is AI Killing Entry-Level Jobs? And Why Senior Care Is Booming
In this episode, the host discusses how AI is reshaping entry‑level employment, urging listeners to differentiate themselves by showcasing AI literacy and domain expertise during interviews. The conversation then shifts to the booming senior‑care sector, highlighting the economic forces of...
How Do You Make a Good Prediction?
Prof. Scott Galloway’s prediction framework proved prescient when Meta shut down Horizon Worlds and OpenAI discontinued Sora. The model emphasizes constant data consumption, pattern recognition, and a skeptical view of hype. Sora’s downloads fell 30% month‑over‑month, then another 45%, while...
LIVE with Mia Silverio: The Science of Storytelling
Mia Silverio, the head of research behind Scott Galloway’s most compelling presentations, will host a live masterclass titled “The Science of Storytelling” on March 31 at 1:30 p.m. ET. The session is exclusive to Prof G+ subscribers and promises to blend neuroscience‑backed...
Scott’s Greatest Legacy and Why Your 20s Are Overrated
In this episode, the host tackles the anxieties many face after college, emphasizing that early career struggles are normal and that young professionals actually have significant agency despite feeling stuck. He argues that the first job, while often menial, offers...
The AI Divide: Who Wins and Who Gets Replaced — with Bill Gurley
In this lively episode, venture capitalist Bill Gurley joins the hosts to discuss the growing AI divide—who benefits from AI advancements and who risks being displaced. Gurley shares his perspective on how AI will reshape industries, emphasizing the importance of...
When China Says Jump, Apple Jumps
Apple faced heightened scrutiny in China after the People’s Daily called its App Store monopolistic; Tim Cook’s Chengdu visit highlighted a 23% iPhone sales rise but also a commission cut to 25% and a delayed launch of Apple Intelligence AI....
How Do We Fix America’s Tax Problem? — with Senator Cory Booker
In this episode Senator Cory Booker discusses the "Keep Your Pay Act," which proposes making the first $75,000 of household income tax‑free while funding the loss by tightening loopholes for the ultra‑wealthy, raising the top marginal rate, and increasing the...
REPLAY: Notes on Notes on Being a Man
In this episode, the host examines the alarming rise in mental health crises and suicide among young men in the United States, sparked by the tragic story of Alex Kearns, a college student who died after a mistaken Robinhood loss...
Is the Oil Crisis About to Break Global Supply Chains?
In this episode, Ed Elson and Flexport CEO Ryan Peterson discuss the cascading effects of the Strait of Hormuz closure and Red Sea disruptions on global supply chains, highlighting soaring oil, diesel, and fertilizer prices and a 50% rise in...
Apple Doubles Down on China as Trump Blinks
Apple CEO Tim Cook’s recent trip to China, highlighted by a flagship store opening and remarks at the China Development Forum, underscores Apple’s heavy reliance on iPhone sales in the mainland, which are up 23% in 2026 despite a shrinking...
WATCH: The Next Inflation Wave Is Already Here
In this episode the hosts drift from light‑hearted banter about coffee‑infused drinks, relationship quirks, and upcoming birthday celebrations to a brief segue into the looming "next inflation wave" and its potential impact on everyday expenses. They share personal anecdotes about...
Is AI Killing Advertising? & Scott’s Best Financial Decision
In this episode the hosts discuss how AI is disrupting the traditional advertising agency model, using Levi's as a case study of how brand storytelling once drove sales but is now sidelined in boardrooms. They argue that AI tools are...
WATCH: The 35% Recession Warning Markets Are Ignoring — with Ed Yardeni
In this episode, host Scott Yalloway recounts his surreal experience at the Vanity Fair Oscars after‑party before diving into a focused interview with Ed Yardeni, president of Yardeni Research. Yardeni explains why his team raised the probability of a U.S....
Can Journalism Survive AI? — with NYT CEO Meredith Kopit Levien
In this episode, NYT CEO Meredith Kopit Levien discusses how the Times has achieved record subscriber growth and revenue by investing heavily in original, independent journalism and expanding its newsroom to over 2,300 staff. She contrasts the Times’ strategy—long‑term subscription focus, tech‑enabled...
Trump Melts Down as Allies Reject His Iran Demands
In this episode of Region Moderates, hosts Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dissect President Trump's aggressive demands on allies to confront Iran after a strike that killed a senior Iranian commander, highlighting the lack of support for deploying warships to...