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Prof G Markets
Vox Media Podcast Network · Business
Prof G Markets is your daily briefing on the news moving markets — from earnings and geopolitics, to Big Tech and AI. Hosted by Scott Galloway and Ed Elson, we cut through the noise with no-BS analysis. Tune in to understand what's happening, why it matters, and how to stay ahead. Fast takes. Clear insights. No jargon — just signal. Have a question or comment for us? Reach out to…
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The $800 Billion Catch Behind Anthropic's IPO
Ed Elson is joined by Paul Kedrosky to unpack Anthropic’s S-1, including the red flags in the filing and what investors might be overlooking. Then, Robert Armstrong returns to break down why he thinks winter is coming for the stock market and what could trigger a correction. Paul Kedrosky is a Managing Partner at SK…
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The $3.5T Bailout: Elon's Plan To Merge Tesla And SpaceX
Scott Galloway and Ed Elson break down why Elon Musk is considering a merger between SpaceX and Tesla, what a deal could look like, and the hurdles it would face. Scott also explains the existential threat he believes both companies are up against. Then, they examine the growing challenges facing the AI buildout…
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The AI Bubble Isn't Where You Think It Is
In this episode of Ed Elson’s newsletter, Simply Put, Ed unpacks why the real AI bubble hasn’t actually hit the public markets — yet. Subscribe to Simply Put to get the newsletter in your inbox. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets Youtube Channel Follow Prof G Markets here: Instagram: instagram.com/profgmarkets X…
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Meet The Millionaire Class That Really Runs America
Ed Elson is joined by Owen Zidar and Eric Zwick to unpack their research on the “Everywhere Millionaire”. They explain how pass-through businesses work, why the tax code disproportionately benefits their owners, and how policymakers could close some of these loopholes. They also explore how AI is changing…
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Why Elon Might Merge Tesla And SpaceX
Ed Elson is joined by Karim Bousta to give his takeaways from Tesla’s earnings and what he makes of the news that SpaceX and Tesla might merge. Then, Mark Mahaney returns to break down Meta’s earnings. Finally, Ed explains why he’s bearish on Netflix. Karim Bousta is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner at DVx Ventures…
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Is Nvidia Selling More Chips Than Anyone Can Use?
Ed Elson is joined by Ed Zitron to break down why AI chips are sitting in warehouses and why it could be a huge problem for the AI industry. Then, Nicolas Owens joins to give his takeaways from SpaceX’s earnings. Later, Thierry Wizman joins to unpack the fiscal crisis unfolding in France and whether he thinks the U.S.…
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Why The Tech Selloff Just Reversed Course
Ed Elson is joined by John Mowrey to break down why tech stocks rallied yesterday and where he still sees opportunities in the market. Then, Aaron Parnas joins to unpack why investors are convinced the Democrats will sweep the midterms and whether or not he thinks they actually will. Finally, Ed shares his take on You…
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Why The Stock Market Is Booming — But Your Paycheck Isn't
Scott Galloway and Ed Elson break down the latest inflation report, explaining why they think the consumer spending data may be misleading and why real wage growth is the economic indicator that matters most. Then, they examine the latest moves in AI stocks and Anthropic’s financials, including the growing divide…
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How The Children Of Billionaires Took Over America
In this episode of Ed Elson’s newsletter, Simply Put, Ed unpacks how America gave rise to a new ruling class: the inheritocracy. He breaks down the economic stakes of inherited wealth, and how it could transform society as we know it. Subscribe to Simply Put to get the newsletter in your inbox. Subscribe to the Prof G…
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Will The AI Boom End Like The Railroad Crash Of 1873? — ft. Liaquat Ahamed
Ed Elson is joined by Liaquat Ahamed to examine the railroad bubble of 1873 and why he sees parallels with today’s data center buildout. They discuss the lessons history offers, why overbuilding remains a recurring problem, the warning signs he sees in today’s AI boom, what AI executives should learn from the past…
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CoreWeave Is Imploding — And Taking AI Stocks Down With It
Ed Elson is joined by Paul Kedrosky to break down CoreWeave’s debt crisis and whether it signals a broader problem for the industry. Then, Mark Zandi returns to unpack the latest inflation reading from the Consumer Price Index and what recent consumer spending data reveals about the state of the economy. Finally, Ed…
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Elon Musk Spent $366M On The Midterms — Will It Work?
Ed Elson is joined by Bradley Tusk to break down how Elon Musk is funding the midterms, whether that investment will pay off, and how he sees the elections playing out. Then, Gil Luria joins to unpack the sell-off in chip stocks and what he makes of valuations in the sector. Finally, Ed shares his take on Kimberly…
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Has Nvidia Become Too Big To Fail?
Ed Elson is joined by Liz Hoffman to break down Nvidia’s AI holding company strategy and why she thinks it has become too essential to fail. Then, James Taylor joins to unpack why he thinks this will be the most important earnings season of the year. Finally, Ed shares his take on President Trump’s deal with Putin.…
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How Fraud Became A Winning Strategy
In this episode of Ed Elson’s newsletter, Simply Put, Ed unpacks the rise of fraud, tracing its impact from Manchester City to the startup world, all the way to the President of the United States. Vote for Simply Put at the Signal Awards here Subscribe to Simply Put to get the newsletter in your inbox. Subscribe to…
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Cal Newport: The AI Industry Is Betting On The Wrong Kind Of AI
Ed Elson is joined by Cal Newport to discuss AI’s impact on children and mental health and how AI companies are addressing these risks. They also explore what AI “gone right” would look like, whether large language models are the future of the industry, and what role the government should play in regulating the…
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SpaceX Raised $111B — It Already Needs More
Ed Elson is joined by John Foley to unpack why SpaceX is looking to borrow $40 billion, what’s driving its stock, and whether he thinks the current price is justified. Then, Ronan Farrow returns to break down the rise of the annoyance economy and the legislation aimed at combating it. Finally, Ed shares his take on…
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Why The S&P Just Hit A Record High — Despite Soaring Yields
Ed Elson is joined by John Mowrey to unpack the market’s current dynamics and where he thinks stocks are headed next after notching fresh records. Then, Robert Armstrong returns to break down the state of the housing market, what it will take for conditions to improve, and whether now is the right time to buy a home.…
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Brazil’s Far-Right Is Surging — Investors Love It
Ed Elson is joined by Monica de Bolle to unpack her takeaways from the Brazil election results, how the market reacted, and why the runoff could mark a major turning point for the country. Then, Kathryn Anne Edwards returns to break down the September jobs report and the warning signs she sees in the data. Finally, Ed…
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5 Stocks Are Carrying The Market — Here's How To Protect Yourself
Scott Galloway and Ed Elson break down the biggest takeaways from Anthropic’s financials and explain why the company’s customer concentration is raising concerns. Then, they examine the state of the IPO market and make the case for why now could be the time to buy bonds. Finally, they discuss the changes John Ternus…
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This EU Firm Made Billions Buying Up Forgotten Tech
Ed Elson sits down with Luca Ferrari, co-founder and CEO of Bending Spoons, to discuss the company’s origin story, what sets its acquisition model apart from private equity, and how it decides which companies to buy. They also discuss the role of headcount reduction in Bending Spoons’ strategy, what it’s like to build…
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How America Got Hooked On Sports Betting
In this debut episode of Ed Elson’s newsletter, Simply Put, Ed breaks down how the sports betting economy captured America. Subscribe to Simply Put to get the newsletter in your inbox. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets Youtube Channel Follow Prof G Markets on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram, X and Substack Send us your…
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Steve Eisman: One Company Could Break The AI Boom
Ed Elson is joined by Steve Eisman to discuss why he thinks Anthropic and OpenAI are manufacturing a crisis. Steve explains why he wouldn’t invest in the Anthropic IPO and what he’ll be looking for when the S-1 finally drops. He also breaks down why he thinks high yields could result in a market correction, which…
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The FTC Is Investigating OpenAI — Here’s Why
Ed Elson is joined by Madison Mills to discuss the FTC’s investigation into OpenAI and Anthropic. She also breaks down her reporting on the agentic security breaches involving the companies. Then, Justin Wolfers returns to unpack the latest inflation report and explain what the bond market is signaling about the…
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Anthropic’s Financials Revealed — The Losses Are Stunning
Ed Elson is joined by Paul Kedrosky to break down the biggest takeaways from Anthropic’s S-1. Then, Jay Ritter joins the show to discuss why Oura delayed its IPO and what the decision says about the broader IPO market. Finally, Ed shares his take on the news that Manchester City was found guilty of financial…
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Wall Street Veteran: The Bond Sell-Off Is A Buying Opportunity
Ed Elson is joined by Michael Green to discuss what the bond market is telling us as yields march ever higher. Then, Gil Luria returns to break down what Nvidia’s record stock buyback means for investors and what he makes of the company’s valuation. Finally, Ed gives his take on the next phase of the AI safety debate.…
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Investors Are Turning Against Data Centers (Here's Why)
Scott Galloway and Ed Elson break down why the data center buildout is making Wall Street increasingly anxious and examine some of the risks facing the industry. Then, they turn to Netflix’s struggles this year, with Scott explaining why he remains bullish on the stock despite its recent decline. Finally, they discuss…
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How To Actually Regulate AI — ft. Alex Bores
Ed Elson and Scott Galloway are joined by Alex Bores to discuss what the path toward AI regulation could look like and the specific actions he believes are needed to reduce the potential catastrophic risks posed by AI. He also explains who should be held accountable, explores the role of third-party audits in…
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Bonds Are Going Haywire Again — Howard Marks Explains Why
Ed Elson is joined by Howard Marks to break down what’s happening with the bond market and how investors should act accordingly. Then, Daniel Baer joins to discuss the biggest takeaways from the UN General Assembly so far and where the relationship between the U.S. and Iran stands. Finally, Ed gives his take on an AI…
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Oil Expert: We Can’t Predict Iran Anymore
Ed Elson is joined by Matt Smith to break down how Trump’s latest threats are driving oil prices and where he thinks they’re headed next. Then, Jonathan Cohen returns to discuss the state of the sports betting market and what the regulatory landscape could look like going forward. Finally, Ed explains why he thinks…
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David Ellison’s Media Takeover Just Got Greenlit
Ed Elson is joined by Rohan Goswami to break down Paramount’s latest victory in the battle for Warner Bros. Discovery and what happens next in the merger. Then, Conor Sen joins to explain how higher interest rates have reshaped the housing market and what he would recommend to someone looking to buy a house right now.…
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