We’re mixing it up today and busting right into our interview with Raoul Pal, the co-founder and CEO of Real Vision Group and Global Macro Investor.Raoul breaks down everything from why the digital asset space is disrupting everything — including education, the future of blockchain, and how Bitcoin could actually be a catalyst in the push towards clean energy. Follow Raoul on Twitter, @RaoulGMI.

Ryan Holiday is a media strategist and the author of ten books including The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, The Daily Stoic, Conspiracy, and Stillness is the Key. He joins Scott to discuss how the four virtues of stoicism (courage, temperance, justice, and wisdom) are integrated into everyday life. Ryan also shares what stoicism has taught him about fatherhood. Follow him on Twitter, @RyanHoliday

Scott opens with his thoughts on Google’s Career Certificates and what companies need to do in order for ed tech to fully take off. He also discusses the IPO market and Disney’s seven-year agreement with the NHL. 

This Week’s Office Hours: the negative externalities of paywalls, opportunities for Apple to innovate, applying “don’t keep score” to your professional life, and maintaining work-life balance. 

Algebra of Happiness: Mark your wins with indelible ink. 

Andrew Ross Sorkin joins Scott to discuss the state of play on SPACs, the markets, and the tech stocks. Andrew also shares how the pandemic has impacted his family life and work. Follow Andrew on Twitter, @andrewrsorkin 

Scott opens with his thoughts on why states shouldn’t get a bailout, CDC guidelines, Netflix testing out short-form video clips, and Twitter testing out commerce on the platform. 

This Week’s Office Hours: whether Twitter should acquire Reddit, NFTs, a litmus test for whether you should go get your MBA.

Algebra of Happiness: A poem from a listener. 

Jason Kint, the CEO of Digital Content Next, joins Scott to break down Australia’s media bargaining code. Jason also shares his thoughts on the broader digital ecosystem including Section 230, how Crypto might come into the media space, and why he’s bullish on Clubhouse. Follow Jason on Twitter, @jason_kint. 

Scott opens with his thoughts on COVID-19 vaccine news, Robinhood planning for its IPO, Target’s partnership with Apple, and Amazon launching a digital currency in Mexico. 

This Week’s Office Hours: Twitter’s recent business developments, deciding to double down on product development or content creation, and dealing with burnout. 

Algebra of Happiness: the passage of time

Hemant Taneja, a managing director at General Catalyst and the founder of the firm’s Silicon Valley operations, joins Scott to discuss the venture capital space, why he’s bullish on the healthcare sector, and why responsible innovation is more important than ever. Hemant also shares his thoughts on the energy space and why Tesla is a key player. Follow Hemant on Twitter, @htaneja. 

Scott opens with his thoughts on LVMH buying 50 percent of Jay-Z’s champagne brand and the luxury brand market. 

This Week’s Office Hours: Australia vs. Facebook and buying shares on the secondary market. 

Algebra of Happiness: Love & Empathy

Andrew Yang, a Democratic candidate for New York City mayor, joins Scott to discuss his campaign.

Noreena Hertz, an economist, a bestselling author, and an Honorary Professor at the University College London, joins Scott to discuss the learnings from her latest book, “The Loney Century: How to Restore Human Connection in a World That’s Pulling Apart.” We find out how loneliness impacts more than just our mental health and the second-order effects of our “contactless” world. 

Scott opens by explaining the algebra of wealth — or in other words, how to get rich. 

This Week’s Office Hours: CEO compensation, Roblox and deferred revenue, and deciding whether to get an MBA. 

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Dr. Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas, the co-authors of Humor, Seriously: why humor is a secret weapon in business and life, join Scott to discuss their research, the four humor styles they’ve identified, and how to incorporate more levity into your workday. Jennifer and Noami also teach Humor: Serious Business at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Follow Jennifer and Naomi on Twitter, @aaker and @nbagdonas.

Scott opens with his thoughts on Apple’s move into mobility.

This Week’s Office Hours: investing in the post-COVID family, how the Big Four consulting firms can move into recurring revenue, and finding meaning within your work. 

Algebra of Happiness: Who is in your kitchen cabinet? 

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Whitney Tilson, the founder and CEO of Empire Financial Research, joins Scott to discuss the learnings from the WallStreetBets short-squeeze and the markets more generally. We also find out why Whitney is bullish on Transportation as a Service (Taas). Follow him on Twitter, @WhitneyTilson. 

Scott opens with his thoughts on the latest developments involving GameStop. Scott also explains how Apple CEO Tim Cook discussing the importance of privacy is an example of “laddering.”

This Week’s Office Hours: angel investing, why Apple should acquire Peloton over doing a partnership, and Gap’s brand strategy. 

Algebra of Happiness: Marshall Plan for Moms

Reading Recommendation: Innovation & Recasting Your Life

Opening joke credit: Simon Holland
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Aswath Damodaran, a professor of finance at NYU Stern, joins Scott to discuss the news surrounding GameStop and the short squeeze. Aswath also shares his thoughts on SPACs, the markets more broadly, and the importance of diversifying your portfolio. Follow him on Twitter, @AswathDamodaran.

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