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Scott Galloway — bestselling author, professor, entrepreneur — doesn't pull punches on business, tech, culture, or life. New episodes every day of the week. To resist is futile… Want to get in touch? Email us at info@profgmedia.com. Want to be featured on Office Hours? Email us at officehours@profgmedia.com. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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Office Hours: The Tesla Phone, Apple’s Enterprise Play, and Degrees vs. Bootcamps 04.04.2022 20:32

Scott answers a question on whether Elon Musk could capture a competitive share of the smartphone market with a Tesla phone. He then shares his thoughts on why Apple is moving into the B2B space, and offers advice to someone deciding between pursuing a traditional college degree or a bootcamp certification. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. V...

CNN+, Investing Platforms, and the Return to Fundamentals — with Leif Abraham 31.03.2022 57:19

Leif Abraham, the co-CEO of Public.com, joins Scott to discuss the state of play regarding the fintech investment space and Public’s overall business strategy. Scott opens with his thoughts on how the state of the IPO market is a forward-looking indicator of what’s about to happen to the streaming industry. He also shares his thoughts on CNN’s new subscription product, CNN+. Algebra of Happiness:...

Office Hours: The Strength of Sanctions, the Short-form Video Revolution, and Yielding to Economic Security 28.03.2022 20:23

Scott answers a question on whether Upwork and other gig economy companies did the right thing by suspending services in Russia. Scott also shares his thoughts on how short videos might make their way into the enterprise after TikTok accelerated the trend towards bite-sized content. The Dawg then offers advice to a couple considering taking a career sabbatical to travel. Music: https://www.davidc...

The Ukraine Crisis Explained — with Niall Ferguson 24.03.2022 56:12

Niall Ferguson, a historian and the Milbank Family Senior Fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution, joins Scott to discuss the implications of Russia’s attack on Ukraine. We hear what the West needs to do, why Putin is doing this, and what American news outlets get wrong about the war. Scott opens with his thoughts on money washing. Related Reading: Wash Algebra of Happiness: it’s a mat...

Office Hours: NVIDIA’s Strengths, Meta’s Virtual Real Estate Opportunities, Proprietary Streaming Content, and Rebranding Government Jobs 21.03.2022 22:02

Scott shares his thoughts on whether NVIDIA’s stock is a strong long-term investment. He then shares how streaming services might innovate around proprietary content, and answers a question about whether Meta might acquire Decentraland or the Sandbox. Scott also considers how government work could be rebranded to attract young talent. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn m...

The Illusion of ESG Investing — with Tariq Fancy 17.03.2022 46:13

Tariq Fancy, the founder and CEO of The Rumie Initiative and the former chief investment officer for sustainable investing at BlackRock, joins Scott to discuss how ESG investing acts as “a dangerous placebo that harms the public interest.” We also hear Tariq’s take on the current state of the markets. Follow Tariq on Twitter, @sosofancy. Scott opens with his thoughts about lobbying revenue reachin...

Office Hours: Philanthropy, What to Do About Standardized Testing, and the Algebra of Making Predictions 14.03.2022 19:50

Scott shares his thoughts on the roles that tests like the ACT and SAT play in college admissions. He then answers a question on how to be more charitable with your wealth, and explains his prediction-making process. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Economic Cycles, Investing in Education, and Working Through Grief — with Ray Dalio 10.03.2022 52:30

Ray Dalio, founder and co-chief investment officer of Bridgewater Associates, joins Scott to discuss his latest book, “Principles for Dealing with the Changing World Order: Why Nations Succeed and Fail.” Ray also shares his thoughts on where political leaders should focus their attention, as well as how he has dealt with profound loss. Scott opens with his thoughts on how universities need to dra...

Office Hours: Uber’s Super App Prospects, Private Wealth Managers, and When to Raise Capital 07.03.2022 18:42

Scott answers a question about whether Uber is an appetizing acquisition target at its current valuation. He then offers advice on when to raise seed funding for your startup, and shares his wealth management journey from self-investing to hiring a professional. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine and the Role of Intelligence — with Shane Harris 03.03.2022 48:13

Shane Harris, an intelligence and national security reporter at The Washington Post, joins Scott to discuss the roles of intelligence, sanctions, and cyber attacks as they relate to Russia’s attack on Ukraine. Follow Shane on Twitter, @shaneharris. Scott opens with his thoughts on what down rounds mean for overvalued companies — especially those that haven’t experienced a bear market before. Learn...

Office Hours: LinkedIn’s Learning Opportunity, P&G and Unilever’s Gangster Move, and Making Cities Affordable 28.02.2022 20:05

Scott answers a question about how LinkedIn can become a stronger platform for educational content. He then shares how consumer packaged goods giants can innovate to stay relevant, and offers his thoughts on what would make tech hubs more livable. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

State of Play: The Streaming Wars — with James Andrew Miller 24.02.2022 1:01:01

James Andrew Miller, an investigative journalist and the author of Tinderbox: HBO’s Ruthless Pursuit of New Frontiers, joins the pod to discuss how the entertainment legend has differentiated itself over the years, as well as the state of the play of the streaming wars. Follow James on Twitter, @JimMiller. Scott opens with his thoughts on how Apple could steal market share from several sectors to...

Bonus Interview from Pivot Miami: Meredith Kopit Levien, the President and CEO of the New York Times 19.02.2022 32:29

Scott shares his interview with Meredith Kopit Levien, the President and CEO of the New York Times, which took place during Pivot Miami this past week. Meredith discusses the future of news and journalism, the NYT's moves around subscription, and how it plans to innovate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Virtual Real Estate Boom, plus Supersonic Travel — with Kathy Savitt 17.02.2022 45:36

Scott shares his Pivot Miami interview with Kathy Savitt, the President and Chief Commercial Officer of Boom Technology. He also opens with his thoughts on why virtual real estate is going to be the Gamestop of 2022. Algebra of happiness: identifying problems and solutions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Office Hours: Meta Vs. the Metaverse, Private Equity Dominance, and Professional Coaches 14.02.2022 15:55

Scott answers a question about why he’s semi-bullish on the metaverse, but bearish on Zuckerberg’s version of it. He then takes a question from a listener who wonders if private equity firms are becoming monopolies, and shares why mentoring is so important. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Making of Silicon Valley — with Margaret O’Mara 10.02.2022 55:44

Margaret O’Mara, a professor of history at the University of Washington, joins Scott to discuss how tech has and will continue to shape the economic map of the US, as well as the importance of public investment in the tech sector. Follow Professor O’Mara on Twitter, @margaretomara. Professor O'Mara's book recommendation: The Republic for Which It Stands Scott opens with his thoughts on Amazon and...

Office Hours: McKinsey’s Mistakes, Arizona State’s Online Initiative, and the Great Resignation 07.02.2022 20:23

Scott answers a question about why Peloton hired McKinsey, a company embroiled in its own troubles. He then shares his take on Arizona State’s global education initiative that aims to enroll 100 million students by 2030, and offers his thoughts on how the great resignation will impact the talent pipeline. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

So Long, Spotify + Super Fast Delivery — with Ralf Wenzel (CEO of JOKR) 03.02.2022 45:37

Ralf Wenzel, the founder and CEO of JOKR, joins Scott to discuss the company’s ultra-fast delivery model. We learn how the company operates, the problems this business is trying to solve, and evolving consumer incentives. Scott opens with his decision to remove our pod from Spotify. Algebra of Happiness: Looking at life through various lenses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

Office Hours: America’s Super App, Online Sports Betting, and Career Bubbles 31.01.2022 17:32

Scott answers a question about why the U.S. is so behind China in developing a super app. He then shares his thoughts on whether the online sports betting industry is a good investment, and offers advice to someone who fears his booming career path may be unsustainable. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emotional Fitness and Entrepreneurship — with Dr. Emily Anhalt 27.01.2022 54:35

Dr. Emily Anhalt, a clinical psychologist and the co-founder of Coa, a mental health startup, joins Scott to discuss her work with entrepreneurs and her tips for becoming mentally strong. Dr. Anhalt also talks about the implications of mixing technology with mental health. Follow her on Twitter, @dremilyanhalt. Scott opens with his thoughts on the tumbling markets, the return to fundamentals, and...

Office Hours: Trader Joe’s and the Paradox of Choice, Telehealth’s Future, and Planning an MBA 24.01.2022 17:20

Scott answers a question about how Trader Joe’s has been able to succeed without offering delivery or online shopping. He then shares his thoughts on why telehealth stocks have crashed back to earth after enormous highs, and offers advice to someone in Japan looking to pursue an MBA in the states. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

Fixing the US Higher Education System — with Stig Leschly 20.01.2022 57:02

Stig Leschly, the CEO and Founder of College101, an issue advocacy organization focused on US higher education, joins Scott to discuss a variety of issues surrounding higher ed, including the cartel-like price-fixing we see, the low admission rates, and the lack of innovation. Follow Stig on Twitter, @sleschly. Scott opens with his thoughts on how he sees the metaverse playing out, specifically w...

Unlocks and 2022's Top Geopolitical Risks — with Ian Bremmer 13.01.2022 1:08:07

Ian Bremmer, a political scientist who is focused on the business of geopolitics, joins Scott for a discussion about what he and his firm Eurasia Group believe will be the top geopolitical risks to play out this year. Scott opens with his thoughts on the five major unlocks that he believes will shape our economy. Related Reading: Unlocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

Office Hours: Virtual Real Estate, Tech Regulations, Fatherhood, and Prioritizing Your Life 10.01.2022 22:06

Scott answers a question about platforms like Decentraland and Sandbox, where users can buy and sell virtual land as NFTs. He then shares his thoughts on how to address the negative externalities of scaling industries, offers advice on how to balance work and relationships, and reflects on his dos and don'ts of parenthood. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about y...

2022 Predictions 06.01.2022 1:00:54

Scott discusses his predictions for the year ahead and reviews the ones he got right and wrong in 2021. Scott also shares his thoughts on Apple’s big milestone of reaching a $3 trillion valuation. Algebra of Happiness: stay in touch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices