The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

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133 snips
Feb 26, 2026 • 1h 3min

Will the U.S. Go to War With Iran? — with Karim Sadjadpour

Karim Sadjadpour, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment specializing in Iran and U.S. policy, provides sharp geopolitical analysis. He breaks down rising U.S.-Iran tensions, the odds of military action versus negotiation, Iran’s internal weaknesses and potential for change. They also explore regional calculations, coordination with Israel and Gulf states, and whether offering Iran an off-ramp could limit escalation.
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216 snips
Feb 25, 2026 • 46min

Raging Moderates: Trump's "Forgettable" State of the Union

A rapid take on Trump’s marathon State of the Union and the alternate reality he painted for America. A look at audience reactions, optics like the hockey moment, and how messaging may affect independents. A critique of foreign policy ambiguity on Iran and Ukraine. A deep dive into the Pentagon’s escalating standoff with AI firm Anthropic over military access to models.
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66 snips
Feb 24, 2026 • 42min

China Decode: Trump’s Trade War Turns Into a Win for China

A deep dive into how a US tariff rollback reshapes the trade fight and shifts leverage toward China. A look at China’s push to become a medical tourism hub as foreign patients chase faster, cheaper care. A primer on C-Dance 2.0, ByteDance’s hyper-real AI video tech and the legal and industry storm it may spark.
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104 snips
Feb 23, 2026 • 18min

Is Scott Friends with Tech CEOs?, Who Should Run in 2028, and Overcoming Rejection

He describes how tech leaders typically respond to criticism and when pushback turns surprising. He recounts cease-and-desist fights, bot-driven harassment, and foreign influence online. He surveys potential 2028 political contenders and argues for competitive primaries. He reflects on mourning, resilience, and the habit of moving on as a life strategy.
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151 snips
Feb 21, 2026 • 17min

No Mercy / No Malice: The Algebra of Resistance

A campaign playbook for consumer-driven pressure and unsubscribe tactics. Media influence and which platforms actually drive action are dissected. Data on traffic, conversions, and market impact is highlighted. Historical boycotts and practical ways to sustain economic pressure are explored.
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77 snips
Feb 20, 2026 • 18min

The Economics of Undocumented Labor, Scott’s Plans for SXSW, and Should Parents Leave the U.S.?

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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252 snips
Feb 19, 2026 • 56min

Kai Ryssdal on Why the Economy Isn’t as Strong as It Looks

Kai Ryssdal, Marketplace host and public radio reporter, brings front-line economic reporting. He unpacks mixed signals in the labor market. He questions the AI boom and traces how tariffs are nudging up prices. He also tackles widening income inequality and the future of public media.
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211 snips
Feb 18, 2026 • 53min

Raging Moderates: Censoring Stephen Colbert Backfires

A pulled Late Show appearance sparks a debate about media censorship and who really loses when networks bow to pressure. The DOJ’s claim of releasing Epstein files is questioned amid reporting that most documents remain hidden. A heated funding standoff over DHS and ICE raises political brinkmanship and electoral consequences.
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68 snips
Feb 17, 2026 • 38min

China Decode: What the Fire Horse Reveals About China’s Past and Future

Lijia Zhang, writer and commentator on Chinese society and culture, unpacks the Year of the Fire Horse and its myths. She discusses zodiac-driven fears and hopes, family New Year rituals and travel, and how birth rates, feminism, and youth choices shape modern China. Short, vivid stories illuminate tradition meeting rapid social change.
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147 snips
Feb 14, 2026 • 17min

No Mercy / No Malice: Role Models

A brisk look at crisis communications and how leaders handle public backlash. A discussion on how high-prestige figures create behavioral scripts and shape cultural norms. Anecdotes about personal mentors and the lasting influence of presence. A critique of corporate silence about threats to democratic institutions.

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