The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway
Vox Media Podcast Network
Bestselling author, professor and entrepreneur Scott Galloway combines business insight and analysis with provocative life and career advice.
On Mondays and Fridays, Office Hours features Scott answering your questions about business, career, and life.
On Tuesdays, China Decode co-hosts Alice Han and James Kynge discuss the latest economic, political and cultural news shaping China’s role on the global stage.
On Wednesdays, Raging Moderates brings Scott together with political strategist and The Five co-host Jessica Tarlov together to break down the biggest political stories of the week through a centrist lens.
On Thursdays, Conversations features Scott talks with leading thinkers across business, geopolitics, tech, and culture.
On Saturdays, don’t miss No Mercy / No Malice, Scott’s Webby Award-winning newsletter, as read by actor and raconteur George Hahn.
And on the first Sunday of every month, check out First Time Founders, where Ed Elson sits down with entrepreneurs for conversations about what it really takes to build a business from scratch.
To resist is futile…
Want to get in touch? Email us, officehours@profgmedia.com.
On Mondays and Fridays, Office Hours features Scott answering your questions about business, career, and life.
On Tuesdays, China Decode co-hosts Alice Han and James Kynge discuss the latest economic, political and cultural news shaping China’s role on the global stage.
On Wednesdays, Raging Moderates brings Scott together with political strategist and The Five co-host Jessica Tarlov together to break down the biggest political stories of the week through a centrist lens.
On Thursdays, Conversations features Scott talks with leading thinkers across business, geopolitics, tech, and culture.
On Saturdays, don’t miss No Mercy / No Malice, Scott’s Webby Award-winning newsletter, as read by actor and raconteur George Hahn.
And on the first Sunday of every month, check out First Time Founders, where Ed Elson sits down with entrepreneurs for conversations about what it really takes to build a business from scratch.
To resist is futile…
Want to get in touch? Email us, officehours@profgmedia.com.
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Mar 12, 2026 • 52min
Peter Zeihan on How the War With Iran Could Reshape the Global Economy
Peter Zeihan, geopolitical strategist and founder of Zeihan on Geopolitics, outlines how war with Iran could upend energy markets and spark a global energy recession. He discusses Strait of Hormuz risks, drone warfare economics versus air defenses, and who gains or loses from oil shocks. He also covers broader fallout for China, Europe, and the future of globalization.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 26min
Raging Moderates: The Trump Administration Can’t Get Their Iran War Story Straight
They unpack the administration's mixed messaging on the Iran conflict and confusing public statements. They discuss narrowed military aims and intense U.S.-Israeli backchanneling. They explore regional fallout as Gulf partners waver and oil markets swing. They touch on diplomacy with China and how Ukraine ties into current strategy.
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Mar 10, 2026 • 54min
China Decode: How the Iran War Inflation Will Impact China
Andy Browne, Semafor China columnist with deep experience on U.S.-China relations, joins to unpack oil shocks and geopolitics. They discuss how the Iran war has pushed oil above $100 and threatened routes through the Strait of Hormuz. Conversations cover China’s energy exposure, cautious 2026 growth targets, AI and self-reliance, and evolving Sino-U.S. strategic calculations.
186 snips
Mar 9, 2026 • 23min
Does Wealth Make You Selfish?, How Scott Stays Informed, and Negotiating Equity Deals
A discussion on why many billionaires choose silence and whether wealth reshapes generosity. A proposal for mandatory national service to bridge civic divides. Practical tips for spotting echo chambers and staying well informed. Straightforward advice on negotiating startup equity and when to walk away from unfair work situations.
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Mar 7, 2026 • 20min
No Mercy / No Malice: The Worst Acquisition in History, Again
A sharp look at a long string of disastrous media acquisitions and why culture clashes keep destroying value. A deep dive into big-debt deals, risky synergy claims, and the dangers of merging streaming platforms. A warning about AI-driven cost cuts hollowing out Hollywood. Predictions on bundling cycles, fire-sale bargains, and what talent should do to protect their reach.
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Mar 6, 2026 • 23min
Scott’s Early Career Advice, How Dating Apps Are Making You Lonelier, and Navigating Conflict With Business Partners
Advice for navigating your early career, from choosing tough platforms to burning fuel in your twenties for rapid growth. Tips on building mentors, allies, and signaling commitment through in-person work and long hours. Analysis of how dating apps concentrate attention and make attraction winner-take-most. Strategies for meeting people offline and leveling up attractiveness. Guidance on resolving partner distraction with candid dialogue and advisory support.
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Mar 5, 2026 • 47min
Meredith Whittaker on Who Controls Your Data in the Age of AI
Meredith Whittaker, president of the Signal Foundation and AI policy expert, explains Signal’s privacy-first design and why most messaging apps collect far more data. She warns that OS-level AI agents and cloud LLMs can expose metadata and retained queries. She critiques AI as a marketing term, discusses surveillance-driven business models, and urges stronger consent and data authority.
195 snips
Mar 4, 2026 • 32min
Raging Moderates: War in Iran Backfires as MAGA Turns on Trump
A deep dive into cracks within the MAGA coalition after U.S. strikes on Iran and how that backlash tests political promises. A look at rising U.S. casualties, confusing messaging, and the international fallout. A tense congressional showdown over Homeland Security tactics and accountability after a deadly police encounter.
105 snips
Mar 3, 2026 • 45min
China Decode: What Trump’s War With Iran Means for China and Global Oil
They unpack how US strikes on Iran ripple through China’s oil security and global strategy. They explore Beijing’s next Five-Year Plan and an assertive push into AI, chips, and advanced manufacturing. A deadly Xiaomi SU7 crash sparks a debate on EV safety, autonomy, and China’s export reputation. They also touch on shifting geopolitics from the Strait of Hormuz to lunar and North Korea competition.
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Mar 3, 2026 • 50min
Fareed Zakaria on the Endgame in Iran
Fareed Zakaria, journalist and geopolitical commentator, offers a clear international affairs perspective. He assesses the risks of strikes on Iran and why air campaigns rarely force regime collapse. He weighs realistic goals like neutering military capacity, the regional fallout, and the political dangers of unclear objectives.
