The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway The Economics of Undocumented Labor, Scott’s Plans for SXSW, and Should Parents Leave the U.S.?
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Feb 20, 2026 A sharp look at why enforcement targets immigrants instead of employers and a proposal to fine demand to reduce undocumented labor. A breakdown of which industries rely on undocumented workers and how they contribute economically. Plans and excitement for Scott’s SXSW appearances and events. A candid discussion on whether parents should consider leaving the U.S. given today’s political climate.
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Demand Drives Undocumented Labor
- Undocumented labor is primarily a demand-side problem driven by employers who prefer cheaper, flexible workers.
- Scott Galloway argues fines and audits targeting employers would force corporations to stop hiring undocumented workers.
Pair Biometrics With Legal Immigration
- Enforce borders with biometric screening and levy steep fines on employers who hire undocumented workers.
- Simultaneously widen legal immigration channels to supply industries that rely on migrant labor.
Native Workers Shun Tough Manual Jobs
- Many native-born Americans avoid physically demanding jobs like roofing, agriculture, and landscaping.
- This reluctance sustains demand for immigrant workers in construction, agriculture and hospitality.