This is an episode we think you’d enjoy of Fixable, a podcast from the TED Audio Collective. Hosts Anne and Frances sat down with the Dawg for a conversation on loneliness, resilience, inclusion in the workplace, raising healthy boys, and what it takes to be personally and financially successful. They wrap up with an unexpected emotional audience Q+A.
Scott speaks about the FTC’s decision to ban noncompete agreements, specifically why it’s another great move from the agency’s chair, Lina Khan, to rein in the power of large companies. He then discusses FTC’s recent investigation into surveillance pricing practices among eight companies, and wraps up with advice on how to be a good storyteller.
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.
Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist and tenured professor in the department of neurobiology at Stanford University, and host of The Huberman Lab Podcast, joins Scott to discuss the most important things we need to know about our physiological health. We also learn about testosterone replacement therapy. Follow Dr. Huberman, @hubermanlab.
Welcome to the final episode of The Prof G Pod’s special series featuring some of our favorite Office Hours moments. Today, you’ll hear: Best of Parenting, where Scott offers advice on introducing your children to social media and tips on helping them become great storytellers. After that, we feature an interview with Dr. Shefali, a NYT bestselling author of The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family. She is also a clinical psychologist, parenting expert, an international speaker and a wisdom teacher who integrates Eastern philosophy with Western psychology.
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.
Nate Silver, the founder of FiveThirtyEight and Substack writer of “Silver Bulletin,” joins Scott to discuss his latest book, “ON THE EDGE: The Art of Risking Everything.” We hear about the role of risk in shaping modern life, his background in election forecasting, and his thoughts on Kamala Harris’s VP pick. Follow Nate, @NateSilver538.
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.
Welcome to the second episode of The Prof G Pod’s special series featuring some of our favorite Office Hours moments.
Today, you’ll hear: Best of Career Advice, where Scott speaks about how to ask for a promotion at work, when and if you should ditch your full-time job for your side hustle, and when to quit your job entirely.