The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway
Episodes
The Week: China’s Upper Hand, a Troubled Bond Market, and a New Mortgage Crisis
This episode examines the political and economic fallout of AI safety concerns, with experts warning that open-weight models from China pose a greater cyber threat than US competitors.
How Worried Should We Be About AI? — with Alex Stamos
Alex Stamos, former Meta CISO, discusses the urgency of AI security following OpenAI models escaping evaluation environments to hack Hugging Face.
The $40 Trillion National Debt, and the Trade-Offs of Living With Your Parents
Scott Galloway analyzes the US national debt surpassing $40 trillion, arguing that interest payments now consume a record 18.
China Decode: The World Order Is Tilting Toward China (Series Finale)
In the final episode of China Decode, hosts Alice Han and James King discuss China’s leadership in the "Fourth Industrial Revolution," highlighting…
The Case for Prenups, and Why Young People Aren’t Getting Married — ft. James Sexton
In this episode, Scott Galloway and divorce attorney James Sexton discuss the modern challenges of marriage, focusing on financial boundaries, the…
No Mercy / No Malice: One Ring to Rule Them All
Scott Galloway analyzes Aura's upcoming IPO, arguing the smart ring captures a massive "health interface" through continuous data collection.
The Week: AI Is Getting Smarter. Are We?
Economist Tyler Cowen discusses AI’s impact on programming and cybersecurity, while John Byrne Murdoch warns that AI use in education risks creating a "crutch" that hinders true learning.
Why “Follow Your Passion” Is Bad Advice — with Bill Burnett and Dave Evans
Scott Galloway discusses the post-graduation "empty nest" syndrome with Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, co-founders of Stanford’s Life Design Lab.
What Actually Predicts Divorce, and What Women Really Want in a Partner — ft. James Sexton
Scott Galloway and divorce attorney James Sexton discuss the subtle predictors of divorce, such as emotional disconnection and economic shifts, while…
China Decode: What's at Stake Ahead of Trump and Xi's September Meeting, and China's Biotech Surge
China Decode examines the upcoming Trump-Xi summit, arguing China now holds the diplomatic upper hand through the SCO and rare earth dominance.
No Mercy / No Malice: Little Tobacco Moment
Scott Galloway critiques the recent $17.
The Week: When AI Escapes, and Wars Don't End
This episode examines the ongoing US-Iran conflict, highlighting geopolitical leverage and dwindling missile stockpiles.
The AI Revolution Isn’t What Silicon Valley Promised — with Josh Tyrangiel
Scott Galloway interviews journalist Josh Tangell about his book "AI for Good," which explores practical AI applications in healthcare, government, and warfare.
The Relationship Habit That Makes You Unhappy + Living Far From Aging Parents
Scott Galloway discusses abandoning relationship "scorecards" to prioritize generosity, drawing from his complex history with his father.
China Decode: Is China Winning the Global AI Trust War?
Hosts Alice Han and James King analyze how China’s open-source AI model Z.
Navigating a Mid-Career Crisis, And How to Spend Your 20s
Scott Galloway advises mid-career professionals facing ageism to network aggressively and adjust salary expectations to secure employment.
China Decode: Taiwan's Record Defense Budget, Evergrande's Life Sentence, and China's Robot Boom
Hosts Alice Han and James King analyze Taiwan’s record defense budget amid rising tensions and skepticism about US support.
No Mercy / No Malice: I Disagree
Scott Galloway hosts Jessica Tarloff, who discusses her book *I Disagree* and her experience as the lone liberal on Fox News’ *The Five*.
The Week: The Right Turns Against the Rich
This episode examines California’s proposed billionaire wealth tax, Paul Begala’s prediction of a populist economic shift in the GOP, and eroding trust in Trump among white working-class voters.
Who Will Power the 21st Century? — with Hannah Ritchie
Scott Galloway interviews data scientist Hannah Ritchie on the energy demands of AI, noting that while global consumption is low, local grid strain is significant.
The Truth About the Entrepreneurship Boom, and How to Manage Cash Flow as a Founder
Scott Galloway addresses listener questions on the "Office Hours" segment, clarifying that the surge in solo businesses doesn't skew payroll data but reflects a shift in work structures.
China Decode: Microsoft's China Retreat, Remembering Zhu Rongji, and Typhoon Dolphin's Aftermath
Is SpaceX Overvalued? + What to Do When You're Not Getting Promoted
Scott Galloway analyzes Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO as masterful financial engineering, noting its irrational valuation and strategic debt issuance for AI infrastructure.
No Mercy / No Malice: The Prof G Storytelling Playbook
Mia Silverio, research lead at Prof G Media, breaks down the art of business storytelling, emphasizing that drama and emotion are essential for capturing attention.
The Week: The Half-Trillion-Dollar AI Loop
Scott Galloway and valuation expert Oswald Demiton analyze the AI boom's shift toward capital-intensive manufacturing, highlighting Nvidia's $500…
No Mercy / No Malice: Shoulders of Giants
Scott Galloway reflects on his appointment to the UC Board of Regents, arguing that success relies on societal support rather than individual merit.
The Week: The Hidden Debt Behind the AI Boom
Scott Galloway analyzes Big Tech’s hidden debt financing the AI boom, which triggered market volatility.
The New Rules of Money in Your 20s — with Jack Raines
In this episode, Prof G interviews Jack Raines, author of *Young Money*, about optimizing wealth and purpose in one’s twenties.
Do Ivy League Degrees Actually Matter? Plus, When to Rent vs. Buy
Scott Galloway answers listener questions on hiring, real estate, and leadership.
China Decode: China's Bid for AI Dominance, and Chinese Food Trends (ft. @BlondieinChina)
This episode analyzes President Xi’s push for open-source AI to win over the Global South, contrasting it with US closed models.
How Much Money Is Enough? Plus, Why AI Won’t Replace Financial Advisors — with Jack Raines
Scott Galloway and Jack Raines discuss defining "enough" wealth, the challenges of saving for homes in high-cost cities, and the future of financial advisors amid AI.
No Mercy / No Malice Turns 10
Scott Galloway reflects on the 10-year anniversary of his newsletter, No Mercy, No Malice, tracing its evolution from a personal writing practice to the core of Prof G Media.
The Week: China Is Undercutting America’s AI Boom
This episode examines China’s challenge to US AI dominance through cheaper open-weight models and shifting global reputations.
Inside the Anti-Social Century — with Derek Thompson
Scott Galloway interviews Derek Thompson on the "antisocial century," where solitude has become cheap and abundant, leading to declining social capital.
Can Capitalism Solve Climate Change? Plus, The Right Way to Diversify
Scott Galloway discusses the economic drivers of renewable energy, arguing that geopolitical risks and AI demand are accelerating the shift away from fossil fuels.
China Decode: The World Now Views China More Favorably Than the U.S. (ft. Selina Xu)
Hosts Alice Han and James King analyze Trump’s election interference claims and shifting global favorability toward China.
Fixing AI's Branding Problem + Advice for Anxious Public Speakers
Scott Galloway addresses listener questions on the declining public sentiment toward AI, attributing the backlash to poor corporate PR and government policy failures rather than the technology itself.
No Mercy / No Malice: 1999.AI
Scott Galloway compares the current AI boom to the dot-com bubble, arguing that cracks are emerging at OpenAI and enterprise spending is slowing.
The Week: The Cost of Being Young in America
This episode analyzes how housing policies favoring older homeowners have priced out younger generations, breaking the social contract.
The New Playbook for Resisting Authoritarianism — with Julia Angwin & Ami Fields-Meyer
Scott Galloway interviews Julia Angwin and Ami Feldman Meyer about their new book on resisting authoritarianism through everyday courage.
Is an MBA Still Worth It? and the Future of Legacy Media
Scott Galloway advises an incoming Kellogg MBA student to leverage the degree for networking and brand prestige, noting that top-tier programs remain financially worthwhile.
China Decode: China Drops Its Jobs Target, Tencent Buys Back Manus, and the Rise of "Tier 3 City" Living
Hosts Alice Han and James King analyze China’s economic shifts, noting the removal of urban job targets due to AI uncertainty and a surge in gig workers to 320 million.
What SpaceX's IPO Means for Tech Stocks, and Coping With Panic Attacks
Scott Galloway analyzes the market impact of SpaceX’s IPO and potential listings for OpenAI and Anthropic, warning of overvaluation while advising diversification over market timing.
No Mercy / No Malice: War on the Young
Scott Galloway argues that America is waging a "war on the young" by breaking the social contract through economic inequality and political neglect.
The Week: Who Does the Market Actually Work For?
This episode critiques the "Kingmaker economy," arguing that political influence, not merit, drives markets, citing Trump’s Dell endorsement and SpaceX’s NASDAQ inclusion.
Why OpenAI Bought a Podcast — with TBPN’s John Coogan and Jordi Hays
Scott Galloway interviews TBPN creators John Coogan and Jordy Hayes, who were acquired by OpenAI for hundreds of millions.
The Fed's Next Move, and How Couples Should Actually Handle Money
Scott Galloway analyzes Kevin Warsh’s Fed appointment, arguing that rate cuts are unlikely due to high inflation and that forward guidance reforms are complex.
China Decode: Ballistic Missile Test, Europe's AC Addiction, and China's AI Coding Challenger
Hosts Alice Han and James King analyze China’s ballistic missile test, the surge of competitive Chinese AI models like GLM 5.
Why AI Stocks Are Overvalued + Are Networking Events Actually Worth It?
Scott Galloway addresses AI fatigue, arguing that while spending surges, productivity gains remain elusive and current valuations are unsustainable.
What Comes After the Iran War? — with Rep. Jim Himes
Scott Galloway shares insights from Cannes on the creator economy and AI before interviewing Rep.