Emergency Episode! Sam Altman Out at OpenAI and X's Advertiser Exodus
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 Nov 202332min
Conversation with Morgan Housel — Behaviors that Influence our Money Decisions and Habits
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 Nov 202355min
Office Hours: Valuing Etsy’s Stock, Tips for Naming Your Business, and How to Ask for a Promotion or Raise at Work
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 Nov 202316min
Prof G Markets: OpenAI’s Dev Day, Disney vs. Warner Bros. Discovery, and Uber’s Branding Turnaround
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 Nov 202339min
No Mercy / No Malice: Swingers
As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/swingers/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11 Nov 202314min
Conversation with Congressman Dean Phillips — Raising the Foundation for Americans
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 Nov 20231h 1min
Office Hours: Should I Replace My Full-Time Job with My Side Hustle? How to Reestablish American Trust in Higher Education, and Advice on Balancing Family and Early-Career Aspirations
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 Nov 202319min
Prof G Markets: Third Quarter Review — with Aswath Damodaran
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 Nov 202354min
