Matthew Ball, a VC and author of “The Metaverse,” joins to discuss the winners and losers of the Metaverse, as well as some practical uses for the technology, such as in travel and defense. He previously served as the global head of strategy for Amazon Studios, so we also get his thoughts on streaming and potential acquisitions in that space. Follow Matthew on Twitter, @ballmatthew.
Scott opens with his thoughts on Amazon and the healthcare industry.
Algebra of Happiness: the last five minutes.
Michael Pollan, the NYT bestselling author of “This Is Your Mind on Plants,” joins Scott to discuss his research on the psychedelic space, including the changes he has registered over time as well as his own experience with the drugs. Follow Michael on Twitter, @michaelpollan.
Scott opens with his thoughts on Elliot Management’s stake in Pinterest and what might be coming for other subscale tech companies. He also shares his thoughts on how Peloton could drive its stock up.
Algebra of Happiness: analyze your life.
Molly White, a software engineer, and a leading cryptocurrency critic, joins Scott to discuss why she’s been an overall skeptic when it comes to Web3. Follow Molly on Twitter, @@molly0xFFF.
Scott opens with his thoughts on what’s to come with the Elon Musk and Twitter legal battle.
Algebra of Happiness: mind the gap.
Michael Saylor returns to discuss the various use cases he sees in the crypto market as well as the dire need for regulation. Follow Michael on Twitter, @saylor
Scott opens with his thoughts on the real estate market as well as why TikTok is an existential threat.
Algebra of Happiness: feel something.
Richard Kramer, the founder of Arete, an independent equity research firm, joins Scott to discuss how to think about and assess value in companies. We also hear Richards’s thoughts on the tech space, including why he’s more bullish on YouTube than TikTok.
Scott opens with his thoughts on the economic consequences the United States will endure now that the Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade.
Algebra of Happiness: be effective.
David Yermack returns to discuss everything we need to know about the crypto market crash — including where we’ve seen a meltdown like this before, what happens to over-leveraged investors, and where regulation needs to come in.
Scott opens with his thoughts on the power dynamics between the information age labor force and the corporation. He also discusses Snap’s potential subscription product.
Algebra of Happiness: know what you don’t know.
John Zito, Partner and Deputy CIO of Credit of Apollo Global Management, joins Scott to discuss the state of play regarding the credit markets, growth companies, interest rates, and investment opportunities.
Scott opens with his thoughts on a passwordless future.
Algebra of Happiness: overcoming imposter syndrome.
Euan Blair, the founder and CEO of Multiverse, an ed-tech startup that provides professional apprenticeship programs in partnership with employers around the world, joins Scott to discuss the business model and logistics, how the company doubled its valuation from just eight months ago to reach $1.7 billion, and how different cultures have different relationships with apprenticeships.
Scott opens with why investors are wary to park their money in SPACs.
Algebra of Happiness: express your emotions.
Ian Bremmer, a political scientist and the president and founder of Eurasia Group, the world’s leading political risk research and consulting firm, joins Scott to discuss the state of our global economy. We hear about his key takeaways from Davos, the war in Ukraine, and which economies will come out on top in a post-war and post-pandemic world. Follow Ian on Twitter, @@ianbremmer.
Scott opens by reflecting on the things he’s gotten right and wrong lately.
Algebra of Happiness: forgive yourself.
Kevin Roose, a tech columnist at The New York Times, joins Scott to discuss the broader implications and opportunities of crypto and Web3. We also learn why Kevin is bullish on artificial intelligence, despite the negative externalities that may arise as the world moves towards automation. Follow Kevin on Twitter, @kevinroose.
Scott opens with his thoughts on Apple launching a VR/AR headset.
Algebra of Happiness: lean into your emotions.