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Scott breaks down the best and worst purchases he’s ever made, and why he prefers spending money on experiences rather than things. He also shares how his childhood still impacts the way he thinks about spending. Scott and Ed then discuss how to navigate spending in common situations such as dinners with friends, weddings, and the holidays. Ed asks for advice about how to prepare for the cost of having children. And Scott also explains why it's important to make sure your spending lags behind your income. 

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the Justice Department’s proposed forced sale of Google Chrome, how Microstrategy is funding its Bitcoin buying spree, and Nvidia’s earnings. Then Scott breaks down why Target is still struggling to compete with Walmart and explains why it’s a prime candidate for a leveraged buyout. He and Ed also analyze Walmart's formula for long-term success. Finally, they discuss Comcast’s decision to spin off some of its cable tv networks and consider why distressed assets are a good investment.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Spotify and Disney’s earnings, a gambling company’s strong third quarter results, and Elliot Management’s activist investment in Honeywell. Then Scott breaks down how Chegg allowed ChatGPT to take its business to the woodshed and why he thinks the ed tech company’s bonds could make for a lucrative investment. He and Ed consider how fears of AI’s negative impact on certain sectors may have been overstated. Finally, they discuss the newly proposed Department of Government Efficiency and highlight one potential benefit it could bring to the nation. 

Scott and Ed open the show with the Fed’s rate cut decision, the surge in the global cryptocurrency market, and Shopify’s third quarter earnings. Then Josh Brown returns to the show to identify how the financial landscape could evolve under Trump’s second term. He shares how he thinks hyperscalers, small-cap stocks, and crypto will be impacted and explains why traditional media may face struggles in a changing political environment. Finally, he provides a roadmap for navigating an era where wealth and influence will be paramount.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the end of the Boeing machinist workers strike, Perplexity’s offer to help the New York Times, and Palantir’s earnings. Then Scott and Ed break down the sectors that they expect will see the biggest gains and losses under the Trump administration. They also discuss which regulators will survive the Trump administration and explain what the market is telling us about the future of housing prices. 

Scott and Ed open the show with the market’s reaction to the election, and share their initial feelings about the outcome as well. Then Anthony Scaramucci returns to the show to identify what promises Trump will or won't keep, share what he thinks about Elon’s role in the campaign, and predict who will be in Trump’s cabinet. He also offers his thoughts on the betting markets and what will happen to Donald Trump Media stock

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the U.S.’s GDP growth, Reddit’s earnings, Eli Lilly’s third quarter drug sales, and xAI’s new funding round. Then Scott and Ed break down big tech’s earnings and discuss how the tech companies are using capital as a weapon. They also examine the shifting media landscape and explain why advertisers have been cutting their spending on legacy media. Finally, Scott offers his prediction for the Presidential election.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the decline in existing home sales, Tesla’s earnings, the McDonald’s E. coli outbreak, and Shein’s deceleration in growth in the first half of the year. Then Scott explains down why he thinks, despite the disappointing earnings, Boeing could be a buy. He and Ed also discuss why the pension plan is the biggest sticking point in negotiations for the striking workers. Finally, they break down Perplexity’s latest funding round and Ed explains why he’s not so bullish on the company. 

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Kalshi’s new election contracts, the rest of the bank earnings, the repercussions of ASML’s 2025 sales guidance, and Amazon and Google’s nuclear energy deals. Then Scott breaks down why he thinks Elliott's new podcast is a smart tool for its activist play at Southwest Airlines. He also explains how podcasts have become the premier way to monetize attention. Finally, Ed and Scott discuss the college consulting industry and explain why they think the business will only continue to grow. 

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Tesla’s Robotaxi event, JPMorgan’s earnings, and the bull market’s second birthday. Then Alice Han, China economist and director at Greenmantle, joins the show to break down the latest fiscal policies coming out of China. She also shares how she thinks about investing in Chinese markets, discusses the likelihood that China will invade Taiwan, and explains why China’s trade surplus is causing problems for the country. 

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the ongoing machinist strike at Boeing, Amazon’s new AI tool for delivery drivers, the DOJ’s suggested remedies for the Google antitrust case, and a potential delay in Cerebras Systems’ IPO. Then they break down Hindenburg’s accusations against Roblox and discuss why its business model is so problematic. Finally, they break down Germany’s economic issues and why the country’s lack of spending might be the root cause of its problems. For our take on the Tesla robotaxi event and the stock’s resulting drawdown, tune in on Thursday.  

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Starboard Value’s activist stake in Pfizer, the end of the Longshoremen’s strike, and Ben Horowitz’s decision to donate to Kamala Harris’s campaign. Then Mark Zandi, Chief Economist of Moody’s Analytics, joins the show to discuss the recent jobs data and why he’s confident that the Fed has stuck the landing. He also shares which Presidential candidate he thinks would be better for the economy. Finally, he breaks down where he thinks the housing market is headed and offers a solution to the housing affordability crisis. 

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Tesla’s quarterly deliveries, a potential CVS breakup, and a venture capital firm’s decision to return money to investors. Then Scott explains the biggest red flag he sees in chipmaker Cerebras Systems as it prepares to go public, but breaks down why he would still invest in the company. Scott and Ed debate about sovereign wealth funds in the Gulf and whether or not the funds make smart investments. Finally, they examine Nike’s earnings and break down why Nike’s dependence on its brand might have led to its downfall. 

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing China’s stock market surge, Softbank’s investment in OpenAI, and why Gavin Newsom vetoed an AI safety bill. Then Lina Khan, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission, joins the show to discuss the need for regulation in big tech and the connection between inflation and the concentration of industries. She also breaks down how the FTC analyzes mergers and acquisitions, and explains how the FTC measures consumer harm.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the DOJ’s antitrust lawsuit against Visa, Meta’s new AR glasses and the recent executive resignations at OpenAI. Then Scott explains why Palantir is one of the most overvalued companies in tech, and why he thinks the brand has resonated with retail consumers. He also advises current Palantir employees on what he thinks they should do with their stock options. Finally, Scott and Ed break down the Longshoremen’s demands and discuss the impact a potential strike could have on the economy.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Qualcomm’s potential acquisition of Intel, Nike’s new CEO, and Microsoft’s deal with Constellation to re-open Three Mile Island. Then Robert Armstrong, US financial commentator for the Financial Times, joins the show to discuss the Fed’s interest rate decision. He explains why he wasn’t surprised about the Fed’s 50 basis point cut and why he thinks the Fed’s optimistic view on inflation is justified. Finally, he breaks down Intel’s fall from grace and gives his perspective on Trump and Harris’ economic plans. 

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the Federal Reserve’s rate cut decision, SpaceX’s deal with United, Blackrock and Microsoft’s AI infrastructure fund, and Instagram’s new teen accounts. Then Scott and Ed share their reactions to Lionsgate’s partnership with an AI company. Scott also offers advice to anyone in Hollywood whose job could be threatened by AI. Finally, they discuss the benefits of Amazon’s new return to work policy but explain why flexibility for certain employees is very necessary. 

In this special conversation, Scott and head of TED Chris Anderson dive deeper into Scott’s explosive recent TED Talk, which has been seen by millions and ignited conversations about what he calls “the great intergenerational theft,” or how older generations are stealing prosperity from the young. With razor-sharp insights on the skyrocketing cost of housing, the mental health crisis created by social media, reckless government spending and more, Scott explores bold solutions to the most pressing issues facing young people — and delivers a few spectacular rants along the way. If you’ve already seen Scott's TED Talk, skip ahead to 20:25. This is an episode from TED Talks Daily, a daily podcast to spark your curiosity, from TED. Find more TED Talks Daily wherever you get your podcasts.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing recent inflation data, Oracle’s earnings, Wall Street’s decision to curb working hours for young bankers, and Open AI’s newest model. Then Scott shares his reactions to the President debate and breaks down business learnings from Kamala Harris’ performance. Ed predicts which stocks he thinks will benefit most from the Presidential race. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss a proposed sovereign wealth fund and explain why it seems unnecessary for the U.S. to have one.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing a judge’s decision to allow bets on Congressional elections, Apple’s newest iPhone, and the fight to change the dual-class share structure at News Corp. Then Lyn Alden, independent analyst and author of “Broken Money,” joins the show to discuss the upcoming rate-cutting cycle. She explains why she’s still long-term bullish on Bitcoin and why now could be a good time to invest in emerging markets. Finally, she gives advice for new investors on how to build your portfolio.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the UK’s investigation into Microsoft’s Inflection acquihire, as well as Nippon Steel’s potential acquisition of US Steel and Andreesen Horowitz’s decision to close its Miami office. Then Scott shares his thoughts on why millionaires are flocking to the Middle East and why he’s not concerned about the rising popularity of golden passports. He also explains how he thinks countries should handle taxation in order to attract citizens. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss why the podcast industry is booming right now, and what it could mean for Prof G Media.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the state of the US economy, how the markets reacted to Nvidia’s earnings, and OpenAI’s latest funding round. Then Brad Gerstner, founder, chair, and CEO of Altimeter Capital, joins the show to discuss why he’s not concerned about an AI bubble. He also shares the details behind his Invest America initiative and breaks down how he thinks setting up investment accounts from birth with government seeding can help address the wealth gap. Finally, he explains why he thinks people should be more optimistic about the future of America. 

Ben Miller, co-founder and CEO of Fundrise, joins the show to share how his company managed to successfully break into the private markets. He discusses why the private markets are regulated differently, how his company is helping everyday investors get in on typically inaccessible opportunities, and how Fundrise earned the trust of companies like OpenAI to get on their cap tables.

Scott and Ed answer listener-submitted questions about everything from how they met to their favorite non-business books. They give career advice and talk about the people who inspire them. Plus, Ed discusses how he allocates his investments and Scott confirms the truth behind a rumor from his college days. Finally, bear witness to the moment Scott first learned Ed has a girlfriend. 

Aswath Damodaran returns to the show to discuss how companies age and why “growth for the sake of growth” can be a problem for companies as they get older. He looks at where Intel stands in the lifecycle and explains how it can return to a healthier age. He also breaks down how he thinks Starbucks and Lululemon could revamp their businesses. Finally, he explains why being geographically diversified doesn’t necessarily protect you from risk. 

Scott explains how he approaches money with his partner, his parents, and his children. He gives advice for having difficult conversations about economic hardship. Ed asks for advice around saving money to take care of his family in the future. Scott also breaks down how he tries to connect money with effort when talking about wealth with his kids. Finally, he shares the one thing he hopes his kids will understand about money when he’s gone. 

Ramit Sethi, New York Times Best Selling author of “I Will Teach You To Be Rich,” joins the show to discuss the most common money problems people face. He offers actionable tips for navigating finances with your partner, buying vs. renting your home, and raising your kids to appreciate money. Ramit and Scott also discuss the skill of spending money well.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Airbnb, Disney, and Shopify’s latest earnings, as well as X’s lawsuit against advertisers. Then they speak with Professor Rebecca Allensworth, Associate Dean for Research at Vanderbilt University, about the Google antitrust case. She breaks down the ruling, potential remedies for the situation, and what the case means for other big tech companies who are facing similar monopoly accusations.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the global sell-off, Berkshire Hathaway’s portfolio management, and Intel’s terrible earnings. Then Mark Mahaney, senior managing director and head of internet research at Evercore, joins the show to discuss why the market’s freakout is an opportunity, not a crisis. He also shares how recent tech earnings are sending signals that we’re headed for a soft landing, not a recession. Finally, he identifies a couple small and mid-sized companies he thinks could be destined for mega-cap status.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the global sell-off, Berkshire Hathaway’s portfolio management, and Intel’s terrible earnings. Then Mark Mahaney, senior managing director and head of internet research at Evercore, joins the show to discuss why the market’s freakout is an opportunity, not a crisis. He also shares how recent tech earnings are sending signals that we’re headed for a soft landing, not a recession. Finally, he identifies a couple small and mid-sized companies he thinks could be destined for mega-cap status.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the latest Fed meeting, Starbucks’ disappointing earnings, and Delta’s CrowdStrike problem. Then Scott shares his thoughts on Microsoft and Meta’s earnings and breaks down why capital expenditures have become so outrageous. Scott and Ed also discuss why Bill Ackman struggled to attract funds for his IPO, and what that says about a chronically online group of people. Note: For our analysis on Friday’s selloff, tune in to Prof G Markets on Thursday for our discussion with Mark Mahaney, Evercore’s Senior Managing Director and head of internet research.

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing SearchGPT, the latest earnings from McDonald’s, and Trump's new stance on Bitcoin. Then Dan Ives, Managing Director and Senior Equity Research Analyst at Wedbush Securities, joins the show to discuss how he thinks Tesla can get through its current “gut-check” moment. He also shares why Google is the most underrated of the Magnificent 7 stocks and why he thinks Palantir is one of the best AI companies right now.

Scott shares his thoughts on Tesla’s lackluster earnings and explains how the electric vehicle industry has suffered from overinvestment. He also breaks down why Tesla’s stock could suffer if Trump doesn’t get elected. Then, Scott and Ed discuss Zyn’s popularity among Gen Z and the dilemma that comes with investing in sin stocks.

Robert Armstrong, US financial commentator for the Financial Times, joins the show to break down a question: is the election moving the markets, or is it inflation? He shares his thoughts on why small-cap companies are surging, and discusses why the Federal Reserve has good reason to cut rates in July, but likely won’t until September.

Scott shares his thoughts on why Trump has attracted some of Silicon Valley’s most powerful donors. He also explains why he doesn’t recognize America anymore, especially since his move to London. Then, Scott and Ed discuss possible motives for EssilorLuxottica acquiring Supreme and explain how the eyewear company’s monopoly on glasses has flown under the radar for so long.

Kyla Scanlon, author of “In this Economy? How Money and the Markets Really Work,” joins the show to discuss how political uncertainty is moving the markets and how to act accordingly as an investor. She also shares two investment areas the tech sector needs to focus on, breaks down the comeback story of a top-performing stock, identifies some solutions to America’s trapped housing supply, and shares some tips for staying courageous in the face of criticism.

Scott and Ed open the show with a discussion around why Microsoft and Apple have relinquished their board observer seats at OpenAI. Then Scott breaks down Nike’s fall from dominance, shares some insight from when Nike was a client at L2, and considers if the stock is a buy. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss the state of the UK economy post-election and Ed identifies his largest point of concern with the Labour party’s manifesto.

Anthony Scaramucci, the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge Capital, joins the show to break down the fascism of Project 2025 and how a second term for Trump could become a totalitarian regime. He discusses why he thinks voters need to support Biden if he’s the Democratic candidate, but reveals who he thinks would have the greatest chance of beating Trump. He also shares some personal stories about what it was like to serve as the Communications Director in the Trump White House.

Josh Brown, co-founder and CEO of Ritholtz Wealth Management, fills in for Scott to talk about how the markets reacted to the Presidential debate. Then Josh and Ed discuss how Trump and Biden presidencies could impact investors and Josh breaks down why he isn’t concerned about Trump’s potential tariffs on China.

Scott shares his thoughts on Volkswagen’s investment in Rivian and why he thinks the electrical vehicle industry is entering the “Valley of Death”. Then Scott and Ed discuss JPMorgan’s tax management business and Scott breaks down different tax avoidance strategies he thinks more young people should know about.

Ryan Holiday, one of the world’s foremost philosophers of the modern era, joins the show to talk about how stoicism can improve our perspective on money. He discusses how to handle wins and losses in every situation and why limiting your options can lead to better decisions. He also advises on some healthy habits that can help improve your financial responsibility.

Scott shares his thoughts on the new “Netflix Houses” and why he thinks Netflix has some of the most valuable IP in the entertainment industry. Then Scott talks about his experience at Cannes Lions and what the festival has demonstrated about the state of the advertising industry.

Ray Dalio, founder of the largest hedge fund in the world, Bridgewater Associates, joins the show to break down America’s place in a shifting world order. He discusses the mechanics of the U.S. deficit, and identifies an asset he’d go long on to hedge against economically uncertain times. He also shares personal tips on how he developed a saving mentality long before he became one of the most successful investors of all time.

Scott shares his thoughts on why Raspberry Pi chose to list on the London Stock Exchange and what its debut means for the UK market. Then Scott and Ed break down Mistral’s new funding round and discuss whether its valuation is deserved. They also take a look at the healthcare tech firm, Tempus AI, and consider if the company is participating in AI-washing.

Morgan Housel, New York Times bestselling author of “The Psychology of Money,” joins the show to break down some of the worst traits an investor can have. He also discusses the difference between being wealthy and being rich, how to deal with uncertainty in the markets, and how he thinks about giving money to his kids.

Scott shares his thoughts on why the new Texas Stock Exchange could be an appealing choice for certain companies. He also explains how it's a symptom of a larger issue: the politicization of everything. Then Scott and Ed break down the role that short sellers have historically played in the market and why the unprecedented bull run of the past 15 years has diminished the strategy’s returns.

William Cohan, New York Times bestselling author and founding partner of Puck, joins the show to break down the terms of Skydance’s offer to merge with Paramount. He explains one sticking point that may be holding up the deal, and offers his thoughts on who could benefit from this saga. He also shares what he learned from his visit with Sam Bankman Fried in prison.

Scott shares his thoughts on OpenAI’s content deal with Vox and if it means ChatGPT will now be training on this podcast’s content. Then Scott and Ed break down why Nubank’s shares have rallied so much this year, and what barriers stand in the way of it becoming a super-app.

Scott shares his thoughts on Nvidia’s incredible first quarter earnings and breaks down what its stock split means for investors. He and Ed then look at the UK’s upcoming election in light of the country’s struggling economy. Plus, they discuss some of the cultural differences they’ve experienced living in the US versus the UK.

Scott shares his thoughts on the brief meme stock resurgence of last week and considers whether Keith Gill, otherwise known as Roaring Kitty, should be accused of market manipulation. Then Scott and Ed discuss xAI’s potential deal with Oracle and question if investments in AI could be reaching bubble territory.

Scott shares his thoughts on Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery’s latest earnings and what they mean for the streaming space. He then reflects on the implications of Trump Media’s auditing firm being charged with fraud. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss Uber’s Q1 earnings and why the company swung to a major loss in the first quarter.

Aswath Damodaran returns to the show to discuss the impact AI had on Big Tech’s Q1 earnings. He breaks down the significance behind Meta and Google’s decisions to start paying a dividend and what it means about their places in the corporate lifecycle. He also shares his thoughts on the death of corporate governance at tech companies. Finally, he explains why May will be a “make or break” month for the mood of the markets – and how you should invest accordingly.

Scott shares his thoughts on why Tesla’s stock surged, despite worse than expected first quarter earnings. He then reflects on how a ban on noncompete agreements will be beneficial for workers. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss the benefits and drawbacks of 24/7 trading at the New York Stock Exchange.

Scott takes a look at Tesla’s new shareholder vote and speaks with Charles Elson, Founding Director of the Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware, about the original ruling on Elon’s pay package and whether the superstar CEO will get his way this time around. Then Scott and Ed break down the latest big bank earnings and discuss “Basel III endgame,” a proposal for stricter capital requirements at banks following last year’s banking crisis.

Scott shares his thoughts on the latest financial figures from ByteDance and discusses if he would buy shares on the secondary market. He then takes a look at a platform for trading on event outcomes that just attracted a big market maker. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss one of the largest deals in YouTube history, and what it says about the creator economy.

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Scott shares how he allocates his investment portfolio between asset classes. He explains how he gains access to certain investment opportunities, and why he can take greater risks than most people. He also shares his biggest losses from the past year, and his biggest wins.

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Scott and Ed break down Truth Social’s first couple days on the public market and question how Trump might cash out of his shares. Scott then takes a look at a report that reveals how ineffective corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs can be. Finally, Scott discusses the work of Daniel Kahneman, a Nobel Prize winning economist who greatly influenced how he thinks about money. 
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Scott breaks down why he bought shares in Reddit’s IPO and what he thinks its first day pop means for the IPO market. He then takes a look at Mustafa Suleyman’s controversial move from Inflection AI to Microsoft. Finally, he explains why Calpers is increasing its investments in private equity — the best performing asset class of the past decade — and questions whether those returns are sustainable or cyclical.

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Scott shares the most impactful parts of his recent (and totally unrelated to the markets) ketamine trip. Then George Ferguson, senior Aerospace, Defense, and Airline analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, joins the show to break down what Boeing’s crisis means for the future of the company and its competitors. Finally, Scott and Ed take a look at an AI-adjacent investment area that’s starting to get a lot more attention.

Live from SXSW at Atlassian’s Austin office, Scott and Ed break down Nelson Peltz’s white paper on Disney and the dangers of a proxy fight. They also discuss the latest TikTok ban and Scott explains why he thinks this one will work. Finally, they address the big question: given the tremendous AI-driven market rally, are we in a bubble?

Scott shares his thoughts on what might have been the final nail in the coffin for the decade-long effort to build an Apple car. He also discusses what it means for Shein to explore an IPO in the UK instead of the U.S., and explains why he’d still like to invest in the company. Finally, he and Ed take a look at a group of stocks in Europe garnering attention for a genius branding play.

Scott discusses what’s unique about Reddit’s upcoming IPO and shares his thoughts on its $60 million AI content licensing deal with Google. We also break down Capital One’s acquisition of Discover, and Scott makes a prediction around whether or not it will be approved. Finally, Scott and Ed take a look at Nvidia’s supreme impact on the global markets.

Scott breaks down why Airbnb’s stock fell despite strong earnings, and explains why he’s considering selling some of his largest holding. He then discusses Lyft’s earnings report typo and shares a similar personal story. Finally, he takes a look at Arm’s stock and questions whether its rally is owed to AI hype or AI washing.

Aswath Damodaran returns to the show to discuss the Magnificent Seven and how to look under the radar for the next generation of big companies. He breaks down the consolidating streaming industry and explains why he’s never owned Netflix. He also shares why he recently added Tesla to his portfolio, and why he calls it his corporate teenager. Finally, he offers some advice on navigating the Chinese market.

Scott shares his thoughts on Byron Allen’s $14.3 billion offer to buy Paramount, and identifies who would be a better acquirer. He also breaks down the latest earnings from luxury powerhouse LVMH, explains why its stock has underperformed, and discusses the problems with family businesses. Finally, he takes a look at the outcome of the shareholder lawsuit against Elon Musk.

Scott shares his thoughts on why VC-backed startups are burning through so much cash, and what 2024 has in store for them. He then breaks down Netflix’s latest earnings and discusses its unexpected competition. Finally, he takes a look at China’s markets in light of the country’s struggling economy.

Scott shares his thoughts on Elon Musk’s demands for a 25% stake in Tesla. He also takes a look at the latest bank earnings and breaks down why 2023 was the most profitable year ever for JP Morgan Chase, while Citigroup swung to a loss in the fourth quarter. He also discusses best practices for firing or letting people go.

Scott shares his thoughts on who stands to win and lose after the SEC’s approval of eleven bitcoin ETFs. He also discusses a scandal in the startup world and explains why there’s enormous opportunity in the secondary market. Finally, he breaks down his investment plans for 2024.

Scott and Ed discuss predictions for 2024 including Scott’s stock picks, OpenAI’s valuation, and the future of Youtube, Tiktok, Whatsapp, and GLP-1 drugs. They also discuss comments from the predictions livestream audience and address pushback on some of Scott’s takes. Finally, we hear 2024 predictions from our listeners.

Scott shares his thoughts on why Google lost Epic’s lawsuit, while Apple was able to win in a similar case. He then discusses what it means to devalue a currency, and whether or not Argentina can turn its economy around. Finally, he breaks down the largest sports contract in history, and explains what working professionals can learn from it when it comes time to negotiate compensation.

Scott breaks down his wins and loses amid crypto’s bull market this year. He also shares his thoughts on the state of the airline industry and whether or not Hawaiian Airlines could make a good merger arbitrage trade. Finally, he and Ed discuss why Elon Musk needs to raise $1 billion for his AI company.

Scott shares his thoughts on the contradicting narratives around Goldman and Apple’s partnership. He also discusses the fast fashion industry and its externalities. Finally, he takes a look at Charlie Munger’s legacy.

Scott tells the story of his career in entrepreneurship, from starting a video rental company before business school, to going public with Red Envelope, to founding Prof G Media. He shares what was most meaningful about those experiences, and what was most surprising.

Scott shares his thoughts on the latest revenue numbers from ByteDance, and whether or not we can trust any numbers coming from a private Chinese company. He also breaks down Target’s huge earnings beat, and discusses why luxury watches shouldn’t be treated as investments.

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.

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.

Scott breaks down Meta’s and Snap’s earnings and explains why he’d be interested in taking some of Elon’s $13 billion in Twitter debt off the banks’ hands. He also discusses potential solutions to the U.S. deficit with Ed.

Scott breaks down the big bank earnings and explains why Goldman seems to be struggling more than its competitors. He then shares his thoughts on an ETF that makes options trading more accessible for retail investors. Finally, he discusses the different business models of private aviation and why fractional jet ownership is on the rise.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Exxon’s $60 billion acquisition of Pioneer. He then explains why private credit firms are essentially marketing organizations, and why you’re better off investing in index funds. Scott also takes a look at Ireland’s new sovereign wealth fund and proposes a global minimum corporate tax.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on which stocks and sectors could get a boost or take a hit from Ozempic’s increasing popularity. Then, Josh Brown, CEO of Ritholtz Wealth, joins the show to help break down why bond yields have surged the past few weeks.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on OpenAI’s new valuation and Amazon’s investment in Anthropic. He also debates the FTC’s case against Amazon with Ed. Finally, he explains why he thinks a recession is on the way (for real this time).

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This week on Prof G Markets, Scott reflects on the results of the latest tech IPOs and questions if the public markets are in structural decline. He then shares his thoughts on Disney’s $60 billion investment in its parks and cruises business. Scott also discusses the latest family drama in the FTX saga, and explains how he plans to make money off of the company’s bankruptcy claims.

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This week on Prof G Markets, Scott makes a case for breaking up Google. He then shares his excitement around Birkenstock going public, and discusses the merits of surge pricing across industries — even at the pub.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Arm’s imminent IPO and what it will mean for the company’s largest shareholder, Softbank. He then takes a look at Instacart’s business model and valuation as it waits in the wings to go public as well. Finally, Scott discusses the biggest learnings from Salesforce’s latest earnings.

This week on Prof G Markets, we premier a new segment: Ed interviews founders to gain insight into the startup market and the experience of founding a company, then Scott then shares his thoughts on the given company’s business model and offers advice to the founder. First up in the hot seat: Eli Wachs, founder of data security company Footprint. Follow Eli on Twitter, @EliWachs.

In a sweeping conversation, Scott shares the source of his anxieties around money, how he thinks about money and marriage, his approach to spending, and his financial plan for his death. Finally, he answers one big question: is wealth worth the work?

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott speaks with Aswath Damodaran, professor of finance at NYU’s Stern School of Business, about his valuation for NVIDIA, tech’s rally this year, the implications of AI when every company has it, and opportunities in the markets right now. Follow Aswath on Twitter, @AswathDamodaran.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott speaks with Washington Post Columnist Catherine Rampell about the latest in the Fed’s rate hiking campaign, the lingering threat of a recession, and a solution to many of America’s economic problems. Follow Catherine on Twitter, @crampell.

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.

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.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott breaks down what the latest inflation data means for the American economy. He then shares his thoughts on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman taking a nuclear power company public via SPAC. Finally, he explains why private equity firms are circling mom-and-pop businesses.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott breaks down why the Nasdaq just recorded its best first half of the year in four decades. He then shares his thoughts on Meta’s new Twitter competitor, Threads, and explains why he invested in Yahoo a few years ago, before it staged a comeback.

This week on Prof G Markets, we open with how the mutiny in Russia might impact the global markets. Scott then shares his thoughts on why the U.S. housing supply is so constrained, and what to do about it. He also discusses the package delivery market and what might happen if one of its largest players goes on strike. And finally, he takes a look at the run-up in Adobe’s stock after announcing its AI product, Firefly. Scott also discusses what the tragedy of the OceanGate submersible means for another extreme tourism company, Virgin Galactic, which is set to launch its first revenue-generating flight this week.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on the latest decision from the Federal Reserve and how its rate hiking campaign has impacted his investing strategy. He then discusses why the UK Prime Minister is excited that Andreessen Horowitz is opening a London office. Finally, he explains how Bud Light should have handled its marketing controversy, and how drinking preferences are changing the beer market.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on what product Apple should be focused on to create more shareholder value, rather than its Vision Pro headset. He also explains the real reason why Sequoia Capital is spinning off its China and India units. And finally, he discusses the PGA Tour’s decision to merge with Saudi Arabia’s LIV Golf.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott examines why NVIDIA has left other chip makers such as Intel in the dust. He also explains why he’s thinking of taking up a pairs trading strategy to hedge against today’s market dynamics. And finally Scott and Ed take a listener question about where analyst estimates come from.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on what he thinks is the worst ever rebrand: HBO’s shift to Max. He then takes a look at fast casual restaurant Cava’s IPO filing and examines why its competitor Chipotle is one of the best performing stocks this year. Scott also discusses why private equity firms hold on to shares of companies in the public markets (hint: it’s a racket). Finally, in this week’s Unpack, we hear about each of the legal challenges Montana’s TikTok ban will face.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on two titans of e-commerce (that aren’t Amazon), and how to assess government risk when investing. He also explains why share buybacks have surged in popularity compared to dividends. Finally, he discusses why population decline is sending national credit ratings towards junk status.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on how the business model of television has changed, and why the new model gives the studios the upper hand in the writers’ strike. He then explains the importance of positioning a company as the hunter on an earnings call, rather than the hunted — particularly amid this AI hype cycle. Finally, he takes a look at Microsoft’s agreement to buy energy from Helion, a nuclear fusion startup, and shares why nuclear is an area he’d invest in.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Vice’s imminent bankruptcy, Hindenburg’s latest short position, and Chegg’s battered stock. He then discusses raising the FDIC limit and the potential consolidation of the banking industry, and weighs in on a lawsuit accusing Coinbase insiders of dumping shares soon after its direct listing. Finally, he discusses the growing success of Formula 1 in the U.S., and tells a story of his time at the Miami race last year.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on why Fox doesn’t need Tucker Carlson, even if the markets reacted poorly to his departure. He then sheds light on how companies prepare for IPOs, and takes a look at Google and Meta’s first quarter results, which seem promising for digital advertising. Finally, in this week’s Unpack, we take a look at the innovator's dilemma and why it’s punishing the king of search.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on how Apple just became one of the largest banks by market capitalization in the world. He also explains why he’s thinking of shifting some of his portfolio to bonds, and discusses why Reddit wants to charge AI companies for access to its API.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott speaks with Mike Novogratz, the founder and CEO of Galaxy Investment Partners, about crypto sociopaths and what it was like to look Sam Bankman-Fried in the eye just weeks before FTX’s collapse. They also discuss what’s next for Binance, government regulations, and why Mike doesn’t want Bitcoin to go to $1 million any time soon.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott speaks with Lyn Alden, an independent analyst and full time investor, about banking regulations, the promises of borderless bitcoin technology, and her three pillar investment strategy. They also discuss the productivity gains of AI, opportunities in mispriced assets, and how commercial real estate is unraveling like a slow motion train wreck.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Silicon Valley Bank’s new owner and explains why distressed assets are some of the best places to invest. He also shares his thoughts on why he thinks Hindenburg’s latest short position might be a reach, and takes a look at the latest earnings from specialty retail including Lululemon, Nike, and Hermès.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott explains why he thinks TikTok is headed for a spin-out rather than a ban. He then breaks down Credit Suisse’s spectacular fall from grace and shares his thoughts on the million dollar bet on bitcoin and hyper inflation. We close out with a look at Blank Street Coffee’s brand strategy after its latest funding round.

Dig further: read Fast Company's story on Blank Street Coffee.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott and Ed unpack what happened to Silicon Valley Bank and what its stress test means for the strength of the U.S. banking system. They also discuss how branding has played a role in the chaos, particularly as it relates to the two tiers of venture capitalists that have emerged. Finally, they look ahead at regulations, potential acquirers for SVB, and what could happen to commercial real estate, which appears to share the same vulnerabilities as SVB.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott gives the inside scoop on his early investment in NJOY, which will reap 30x in returns after Altria's acquisition of the vape company goes through. He also shares his thoughts on whether or not the JetBlue/Spirit Merger should be blocked, and takes a look at WeightWatchers’ move into the weight loss drug market. For more on Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse, check out our special episode from Saturday and stay tuned.

Silicon Valley Bank collapsed on Friday — the second-largest bank failure in our nation’s history. In today’s special episode, Scott and Ed break down what happened, how it happened, and what might happen next. Scott also addresses government bailouts, the consolidation of banking power, and ends with a word of advice to the thousands of entrepreneurs who will be affected by this failure.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott explains how Virgin Galactic’s unique supply and demand constraints make it a terrible business. He also breaks down why Amazon and Better.com are partnering to allow Amazon employees to pledge their stock as collateral for home loans — with a catch. Finally, Scott takes a look at the enduring grocery delivery market and shares his thoughts on why Instacart might hold the key to unlocking the IPO market.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott breaks down why Home Depot’s disappointing earnings are indicative of healthy market trends. He also takes a look at promising earnings from Stellantis, the second largest EV seller in Europe behind Volkswagen and ahead of Tesla. Finally, Scott explains why companies and resources are nationalized, and discusses what it means that Mexico is nationalizing lithium.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott breaks down Airbnb’s first full year of profitability and shares how his options trades from the previous week turned out. He also explains why billionaires are investing in Premier League football clubs like Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. Then, we take a look at the new Bing AI search experience and hit the street to see if anyone else is actually using it.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott breaks down the state of play in the AI wars as Microsoft and Google compete in a lightning fast hype cycle. Then Scott breaks down why institutional investors would pour more money into Bed Bath & Beyond when it's on the brink of bankruptcy, and why he made an options trade on the stock’s volatility.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on why Meta’s stock roared after the company vowed to cut costs (and why he hopes Zuckerberg’s metaverse shows just an inkling of success). He then explains the market’s obsession with OpenAI, and why SoFi’s strong earnings might signal hope for the SPAC market. Finally, he reflects on the latest in the Adani Group Short saga and what it means for the Indian market.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott reflects on Tesla’s latest earnings, semi-truck deliveries, and price cuts. He then offers his thoughts on the ugly side of share repurchasing programs, and explains why this will be the year of the activist investor.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Nelson Peltz’s activist investment in Disney. He then explains why Goldman reported its largest earnings miss in a decade. Finally, Scott discusses the business of dating apps like Hinge, and sources some personal experiences from his Gen Z team members.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Microsoft's plan to invest $10 billion in OpenAI. He also discusses how the concept of anonymity has enabled rampant wash trading in the NFT market. Finally, we check in on the state of EU tech regulations from the DLD conference in Munich.

This week on Prof G Markets, we’re starting the year by getting down to the basics and answering a foundational question: what is a stock? Scott shares the story of his first-ever investment as a 13-year-old, and offers his thoughts on how to value a stock.

This week on Prof G Markets, we hear part one of Scott’s predictions for 2023. Tune in on Thursday for part two.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott reflects on a year in markets defined by the war in Ukraine, inflation, and the decline of risk capital. He shares his main takeaways from 2022 as well as what he hopes investors learned from the year.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on why Robinhood is starting to offer retirement accounts. Then Aswath Damodaran, a professor of finance at NYU Stern, joins Scott for a Lightning Round on Apple, Amazon, Bob Iger, Chinese stocks, and opportunities in the markets. Finally, we hear a prediction for Disney in 2023.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott reflects on Sam Bankman-Fried’s DealBook Summit interview. He then explains why the cybersecurity sector is practically recession-proof, and shares his thoughts on how Elon Musk’s antics at Twitter will cause Tesla’s stock to get cut in half. And in this week’s unpack, we learn about how bankruptcies work, and whether Musk might file for one at Twitter.

In this special edition of Prof G Markets, Scott shares his childhood experience of holiday sales, as well as his thoughts on a new retail tactic that’s driving consumers to stores. We also hear from Katherine Cullen, the senior director of industry and consumer insights for the National Retail Federation, on the state of retail sales in an inflationary, post-corona economy. Scott closes out the show with advice to those who’ve been laid off ahead of this week’s unemployment numbers.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott explains why Target and Walmart had such contrasting earnings reports for the third quarter, and offers his insight on Target’s brand strategy. He then shares his thoughts on why hedge funds might be buying up shares of Pinterest, and whether hedge fund disclosures are worth paying attention to for the typical investor. Scott also examines Estée Lauder’s acquisition of Tom Ford, and gives advice to entrepreneurs on how to gauge when it’s time to sell a company.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on how Sam Bankman-Fried’s crypto exchange FTX came crashing down like a house of cards. He then explains what Disney’s earnings reveal about a streaming market headed for consolidation, and why HBO makes for an appealing acquisition target. And in this week’s Unpack, we check in on the cannabis industry after the recent midterms, and learn where the investment opportunities might be.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Elon’s proposed changes to Twitter so far and explains why enabling paywalled videos like OnlyFans is a good idea. He then makes the argument for why Airbnb is one of the best-performing companies in the world, and how Uber might turn profitable at long last. Finally, Ed and Scott check in on the state of the Chinese markets under the relentless zero-covid policy.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott deciphers where the investment opportunity might be after Adidas severed ties with Kanye West. He also breaks down how Google did so poorly in the third quarter, and why Meta now looks like a distressed asset. And in this week’s unpack, we learn about how investors react to Fed chair speeches, plus what to listen for at Jerome Powell’s next press conference.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott explains why Goldman Sachs is refocusing on its asset management business and scaling back its efforts in consumer banking. He then shares his thoughts on why catering to the 1% continues to be a lucrative business model, even as it sows inequality of opportunity. And in this week’s unpack, we learn about why the CEO of Nikola was just convicted of securities fraud.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott explains why margin calls may have played a role in John Foley's departure from Peloton. He then offers his thoughts on Meta’s continued pursuit of the metaverse, and shares his experience of owning and selling a private jet amid a red-hot private aviation market. Finally, in this week’s unpack, we answer a question some listeners might be afraid to ask: what is the Fed?

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott discusses three things Elon Musk should do to increase shareholder value if the Twitter deal goes through. He then shares his thoughts on how creative branding helped a canned water company land a $700 million valuation. And in this week’s Unpack, we check in on the state of the U.S. Housing Market. 

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott discusses what makes a good ETF, and shares his thoughts on why investing in boring companies often leads to greater returns. He then explains why the markets had such an adverse reaction to the U.K. government’s latest tax breaks.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on Chamath Palihapitiya’s decision to close two of his SPACs. He then explains why Wall Street Banks are on the hook for $700 million after the leveraged buyout of Citrix, a software company. And in this week’s deep dive, we take a look at why Adobe would pay $20 billion for the design software company Figma in what may be the largest acquisition of a private technology company ever. 

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott checks in on Peloton’s stock in light of a few executive departures, and shares his thoughts on what it would mean if Masayoshi Son launched a third vision fund after two previous failures. Scott then explains why Walmart is moving into the personal finance space.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares his thoughts on what the Merge will mean for Ethereum’s position in the crypto space and weighs in on why Volkswagen is offering shares of Porsche. Then, in a deep dive, we learn about why some companies pay dividends to their investors, and others don’t.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott weighs in on what Snap’s restructuring means for the rest of the social media space, and explains why the IPO market is on pace for its worst year in decades. Then, we take a deep dive into the asymmetric upsides and downsides of options trading (pro tip: don’t try this at home).

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares thoughts on nuclear power, AMC’s APE preferred shares, and how private equity works. In this week’s deep dive, we dig into the details on Twitter’s recent whistleblower.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott shares thoughts on nuclear power, AMC’s APE preferred shares, and how private equity works. In this week’s deep dive, we dig into the details on Twitter’s recent whistleblower.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott interprets Elon’s $7 billion Tesla stock sale and what it might mean for his control of the company, breaks down the implications of the huge climate bill, a.k.a. the Inflation Reduction Act, and weighs the pros and cons of Coinbase’s heavy reliance on stock-based compensation.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott deciphers the market’s disparate responses to strong earnings announcements from Uber and Airbnb, and what it tells us about the importance of the narrative over numbers in stock valuation. Then we take a deep dive into Apple’s surprisingly large outstanding debt, and Scott explains why debt is a weapon, but one with two edges.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott discusses the market implications of a surprisingly productive week in Congress, parses the deeper meaning of social media’s mixed earnings season (hint: it’s TikTok), and ponders whether we’ve hit bottom in certain volatile equity sectors. Plus a deep dive on the most potent value creation engine of the era: cloud.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott evaluates the recent rise in U.S. equities, warns about external sources of downside risk, and discusses what the surging dollar tells us about currency markets, including who wins and who loses with euro parity. Then it’s the latest on the Elon/Twitter saga, and Scott’s prediction on the next front in that battle. Finally, Scott weighs in on government subsidies for the semiconductor industry.

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott reads the tea leaves of the latest inflation and interest data, takes the market’s temperature on the latest twist to the Elon Musk-Twitter saga, and looks into the future of the SPAC.