Prof G Markets: Takeaways from the Second Debate + Does the US Need a Sovereign Wealth Fund?

It's an emergency crossover episode of Pivot and the Prof G Pod and there's a lot to discuss. Sam Altman is out as CEO of OpenAI — but what exactly happened? Kara shares her latest reporting. Plus, major advertisers are fleeing X after Elon Musk endorsed an antisemitic conspiracy theory. Will Elon and X survive the firestorm? Kara and Scott break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 Marras 202332min

Morgan Housel, a partner at The Collaborative Fund, and the bestselling author of “The Psychology of Money,” joins Scott to discuss his new book, “Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes.” They get into topics including what to think about when buying a house, how to make healthier financial decisions, and the role money plays in our happiness.  Scott opens with his thoughts on the importance of the US and China’s relationship. He also discusses why thinks the new AI wearable on the market will be a thud.  Algebra of Happiness: focus on exercise.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16 Marras 202355min

Scott gives his thoughts on Etsy, specifically its potential as both an investment opportunity and as a business. He then offers advice to a listener struggling with naming their business. He wraps up with guidance on how to approach seeking a promotion or raise at work.  Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Marras 202316min

Scott shares his thoughts on Uber’s second consecutive quarter of profitability. He then breaks down why Disney had a better quarter than Warner Bros. Discovery, despite facing the same headwinds. Finally, we hear the latest from OpenAI’s developer event and Sam Altman’s keynote address. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13 Marras 202339min

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11 Marras 202314min

Dean Phillips, a third-term Democratic Congressman from Minnesota, and now a Democratic candidate for President of the United States, joins Scott to discuss his decision to run against President Biden and the key issues he’ll be focused on throughout his campaign.  Scott opens with his thoughts on WeWork’s bankruptcy and niche AI bots.  Algebra of Happiness: demonstrate vulnerability.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Marras 20231h 1min

Scott offers advice to a listener who wants their Substack newsletter to replace their steady full-time job. He then gives his thoughts on the increased distrust among Americans regarding higher education. He wraps up with insight on striking a balance between family relationships and career aspirations, especially at an early-career level.  Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Marras 202319min

Scott shares his thoughts on WeWork’s bankruptcy, Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid, and Disney’s full ownership of Hulu. Then Aswath Damodaran returns to the show to break down third quarter earnings season. They discuss Meta, Netflix and streaming, Instacart, the Ozempic effect, Birkenstock, Google, and Aswath’s new valuation for Tesla. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6 Marras 202354min