NYU Professor, best-selling author, business leader and serial entrepreneur Scott Galloway cuts through the biggest stories in tech, business, and investing with unfiltered insights, bold predictions and thoughtful advice. Podcasts include Prof G Markets with co-host Ed Elson, Prof G Conversations and Office Hours with Prof G.
Xi Jinping has gutted the top tiers of the PLA, leaving the Central Military Commission with only two active members. This internal decapitation makes a military move against Taiwan impossible before 2027, as the regime prioritizes political loyalty over combat readiness.
High-level corruption has left China's elite rocket force with water-filled missiles and useless silos, shattering the illusion of immediate military readiness. This systemic rot isn't just about theft; it reveals a factionalized power structure that prioritizes personal loyalty over national security, forcing a global rethink of Beijing's actual strength.
The 2018 Supreme Court decision on sports betting didn't just open a new market; it unleashed a neurological and financial contagion targeting young men. With $148 billion in bets now placed largely through frictionless mobile apps, bankruptcy rates are surging and household savings are evaporating. While states chase tax revenue that rarely exceeds 1% of their budget, a generation is being systematically rewired for dopamine-driven loss.
The corporate world prizes loud voices, but the most resilient leaders often operate with a quiet, data-driven precision. While extroverts focus on managing perceptions, the real power lies in establishing credibility through thoughtful mentorship and technical mastery.
The traditional career ladder is collapsing under the weight of generative AI, leaving parents to wonder what skills actually matter. While narrow specialization is becoming a liability, the ability to improvise and treat technology as a sparring partner rather than a crutch is the new gold standard for the next generation.