Conversation with Rutger Bregman — Human Nature, Power Dynamics, and UBI
Rutger Bregman, a Dutch historian and author, joins Scott to discuss his research from his book, “Humankind: A Hopeful History.” We learn about human nature, power dynamics, and his thoughts on Universal Basic Income. Follow Rutger on Twitter, @rcbregman. P.S. Scott is on holiday, so we’ll be back with our business analysis and Algebra of Happiness in September! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3 Aug 202342min
Office Hours: Digital Accessibility, Do I Need to Be Wealthy to Invest in Sports Teams? and How to Cultivate Your Personal Brand
Scott gives his thoughts on the lack of accessibility in the digital space, particularly for those with disabilities. He then offers insight on the sports industry market and how to invest when you’re not a billionaire. He wraps up with tips on building your personal brand and explains how it can lead to employment opportunities. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 Aug 202323min
Prof G Markets: Twitter’s Rebrand to X, Mattel’s IP Playbook, and What’s Next for Snap
This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Twitter rebranding as “X,” and takes us through some of the best and worst branding moves in corporate history. He then takes a look at Mattel’s media strategy on the heels of Barbie’s blockbusting performance at the box office. Finally, he makes a prediction about where Snap is headed given continued weakness in the digital ad market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31 Jul 202335min
No Mercy / No Malice: Frenemies
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/frenemies/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 Jul 202316min
Private Equity’s Impact on the Economy — with Gretchen Morgenson
Gretchen Morgenson, the senior financial reporter for the NBC News Investigative Unit, and the co-author of These Are the Plunderers: How Private Equity Runs—and Wrecks America, joins Scott to discuss her thoughts on how private equity impacts parts of the economy, and why she thinks it’s problematic. Follow Gretchen on Twitter, @gmorgenson. Scott opens with his thoughts on the latest branding failure: “bid adieu to the bird” Algebra of Happiness: are you a protector? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
27 Jul 20231h
Office Hours: Apple’s Investment in Healthcare, Should I Send My Child to Private School? and How to Introduce Social Media to Your Children
Scott gives his thoughts on Apple’s investment in the healthcare space and whether it will be Apple’s greatest contribution to mankind. He then offers advice to a listener seeking guidance on whether to send their kids to private school for a hefty sum. He wraps up with a discussion about navigating and managing your kid’s social media usage. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
26 Jul 202322min
Prof G Markets: Carvana and Corporate Governance, Hollywood vs. Microsoft, and Oddity’s IPO
This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Carvana’s questionable governance in light of its recent debt restructuring. He then explains why Hollywood writers and actors should be picketing outside of Microsoft instead of the studios. Scott also discusses the successful public debut of Oddity, a beauty AI company, and why he tends to hold onto stocks for at least a year, even if they seem like momentum trades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
24 Jul 202341min
No Mercy / No Malice: Boys to Men
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/boys-to-men/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
22 Jul 202320min
