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This week on Prof G Markets, Scott deciphers the market’s disparate responses to strong earnings announcements from Uber and Airbnb, and what it tells us about the importance of the narrative over numbers in stock valuation. Then we take a deep dive into Apple’s surprisingly large outstanding debt, and Scott explains why debt is a weapon, but one with two edges.  Uber Earnings Airbnb Earnings   Apple’s Debt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Tyler Cowen, an economist and professor at George Mason University, discusses his latest book, “Talent: How to Identify Energizers, Creatives, and Winners Around the World.” Tyler also shares his thoughts on macroeconomic trends including whether the US is heading for a recession and controlling inflation. Follow Tyler on Twitter, @tylercowen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott takes a question about Amazon’s healthcare strategy and what its acquisition of One Medical means for the company’s patients. He then offers advice on how to give meaningful pushback at work without antagonizing leadership, and shares some words of wisdom for someone worried about layoffs. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott discusses the market implications of a surprisingly productive week in Congress, parses the deeper meaning of social media’s mixed earnings season (hint: it’s TikTok), and ponders whether we’ve hit bottom in certain volatile equity sectors. Plus a deep dive on the most potent value creation engine of the era: cloud. Productive Congress https://www.cnbc.com/2022/07/28/china-competitiveness-and-chip-bill-passes-house-goes-to-biden.html https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-07-27/what-s-in-the-manchin-schumer-tax-climate-and-energy-agreement?utm_source=google&utm_medium=bd&cmpId=google Social Media Earnings https://www.reuters.com/technology/google-parent-alphabet-posts-higher-quarterly-revenue-2022-07-26/ Crypto Floor? https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-07-30/crypto-wallet-maker-ledger-seeks-new-funding-at-higher-valuation#xj4y7vzkg Cloud https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/what-is-cloud-computing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Matthew Ball, a VC and author of “The Metaverse,” joins to discuss the winners and losers of the Metaverse, as well as some practical uses for the technology, such as in travel and defense. He previously served as the global head of strategy for Amazon Studios, so we also get his thoughts on streaming and potential acquisitions in that space. Follow Matthew on Twitter, @ballmatthew. Scott opens with his thoughts on Amazon and the healthcare industry. Algebra of Happiness: the last five minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott takes a question about how established brands can leverage their platforms and identities in a Web3 world. He then shares why he’s moving to the U.K. and offers advice to a progressive who’s tired of America and wants to do the same. Scott also takes a question from a 16-year-old about what he would have done differently in his teenage years. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott evaluates the recent rise in U.S. equities, warns about external sources of downside risk, and discusses what the surging dollar tells us about currency markets, including who wins and who loses with euro parity. Then it’s the latest on the Elon/Twitter saga, and Scott’s prediction on the next front in that battle. Finally, Scott weighs in on government subsidies for the semiconductor industry.  U.S Equity Market https://www.cnbc.com/2022/07/21/stock-market-futures-open-to-close-news-.html  Strong Dollar https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/07/16/business/strong-dollar.html  Semiconductors https://finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-what-in-the-semiconductor-bill-as-the-senate-nears-a-crucial-vote-162706068.html  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Michael Pollan, the NYT bestselling author of “This Is Your Mind on Plants,” joins Scott to discuss his research on the psychedelic space, including the changes he has registered over time as well as his own experience with the drugs. Follow Michael on Twitter, @michaelpollan. Scott opens with his thoughts on Elliot Management's stake in Pinterest and what might be coming for other subscale tech companies. He also shares his thoughts on how Peloton could drive its stock up.  Algebra of Happiness: analyze your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott shares his thoughts on how Apple could help clean up the internet with its biometric technology. He then answers a question about why there are so many open jobs right now, and offers his number one tip to entrepreneurs on how to stay relevant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Prof G Markets, Scott reads the tea leaves of the latest inflation and interest data, takes the market’s temperature on the latest twist to the Elon Musk-Twitter saga, and looks into the future of the SPAC.  Inflation, Interest Rates, and Bond Yields US inflation rises 9.1% in June, more than expected, as prices keep climbing  US weekly jobless claims hit 8-month high; labor market still tight | Reuters  US Treasury Curve Inversion Deepens to Level Last Seen in 2007 - Bloomberg  Twitter Twitter vs. Comparables AckSPAC Bill Ackman to wind up SPAC, return $4 billion to investors  SPAC activity slows to lowest level since 2020  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Molly White, a software engineer, and a leading cryptocurrency critic, joins Scott to discuss why she’s been an overall skeptic when it comes to Web3. Follow Molly on Twitter, @@molly0xFFF. Scott opens with his thoughts on what’s to come with the Elon Musk and Twitter legal battle.  Algebra of Happiness: mind the gap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott takes a question from a listener who wonders what it will take for climate change to become the biggest story in business. He then offers advice to a father considering moving to a more affordable city where his family can live mortgage-free. Scott also shares his thoughts on applying to business school without big name schools or companies on your résumé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Michael Saylor returns to discuss the various use cases he sees in the crypto market as well as the dire need for regulation. Follow Michael on Twitter, @saylor Scott opens with his thoughts on the real estate market as well as why TikTok is an existential threat.  Algebra of Happiness: feel something. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Richard Kramer, the founder of Arete, an independent equity research firm, joins Scott to discuss how to think about and assess value in companies. We also hear Richards’s thoughts on the tech space, including why he’s more bullish on YouTube than TikTok.  Scott opens with his thoughts on the economic consequences the United States will endure now that the Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade.  Algebra of Happiness: be effective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices