David Brooks, New York Times columnist and writer for The Atlantic, joins Scott to discuss the decline of true conservatism, the failures of elite institutions, the moral decay fueling American politics, and the crisis facing men and boys.
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Algebra of Happiness: reflections on religion.
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The Road to Healthier & Longer Lives — with Andrew Scott
Andrew Scott, a professor of economics at London Business School whose research focuses on longevity and aging, joins Scott to discuss his new book, “The Longevity Imperative: Building a Better Society for Healthier, Longer Lives.” …
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What Happens Next With TikTok? Should I Quit My Investment Banking Job? and Scott’s Advice on Being an Older Dad
Scott breaks down the latest TikTok news and predicts what its future looks like amidst the impending ban. He then answers a question from a listener who works in investment banking and is feeling extremely…
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Prof G Markets: Nvidia’s Blowout Earnings & Stock Split + Britain’s Damaged Economy
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…
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No Mercy / No Malice: Bubble.ai
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Vulnerabilities in Space + Updates on the Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East— with David Ignatius
David Ignatius, a prize-winning columnist for the Washington Post and bestselling author, joins Scott to discuss space warfare and the vulnerabilities of our satellite systems. We also get an update on the wars in Ukraine…
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Is the Alternative Meats Era Over? Why Are Americans So Lonely? and Should I Practice Vulnerability at Work?
Scott advises a listener in the alternative meats industry who is wondering if the bubble has burst. He then answers a question about car dependency in the U.S. and how it relates to loneliness. He…
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Prof G Markets: GameStop & Market Manipulation + Is AI Becoming a Bubble, and Is Nvidia Safe?
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…
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No Mercy / No Malice: Earners vs Owners
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Conversation with Matthew Hussey — Set Better Intentions and Break Unhealthy Dating Habits
Matthew Hussey, a leading dating expert and author of the bestselling book, “Love Life: How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily (No Matter What),” joins Scott to discuss how to recognize…
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Who’s Liable for Deepfakes? Why the Alcohol Industry Should Worry, and When (And How) to Fire an Employee
Scott gives his thoughts on deepfakes, specifically why platforms that elevate AI-generated content, including Meta, should be liable. He then shares his personal experience with alcohol and why he thinks the alcohol industry is going…