Patrick McGee, an award-winning journalist who spent years covering Apple for the Financial Times, joins Scott to discuss his new book, Apple in China: The Capture of the World’s Greatest Company.
They get into Apple’s entanglement with China, the geopolitical risks tied to its supply chain, and whether a post-China future is possible for the company.
Follow Patrick, @PatrickMcGee_.
Scott starts the episode with thoughts on what makes someone a compelling communicator and storyteller.
Algebra of Happiness: you’re not your kid’s friend.
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How China Captured Apple — with Patrick McGee
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Prof G on Marketing: Rebranding the Democratic Party
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Raging Moderates: The Death of the American Dream (feat. Rahm Emanuel)
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Prof G Markets: The Story of Scott’s Career
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No Mercy / No Malice: Rise of the Toligarchs
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Was Biden’s Decline a Cover-Up? — with Jake Tapper & Alex Thompson
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Prof G on Marketing: Should Your Brand Take a Stand?
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Raging Moderates: Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis
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Prof G Markets: The GOP Tax Bill, United Health’s Terrible Week, & Chinese Tech Earnings
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No Mercy / No Malice: The Fix
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