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Josh Wolfe, the co-founder of Lux Capital, joins Scott to discuss the sectors he’s most excited about and those he thinks are overhyped. We also hear his thoughts on the Magnificent Seven and where the crypto market is seeing new life. Follow Josh on X, @wolfejosh.  Scott opens by giving his thoughts on the protests on college campuses, specifically UCLA.  Algebra of Happiness: the circles of masculinity.  Follow our podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, we continue our special 3-part series covering the Future of Entrepreneurship.  We first hear about navigating a loss of purpose after a successful startup exit. Then, Scott advises a listener who is wondering whether to pursue an MBA as a path to entrepreneurship. Finally, we feature an excerpt from Scott’s new book, The Algebra of Wealth: A Simple Formula for Financial Security. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Buy "The Algebra of Wealth," out now. Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott shares his thoughts on why Tesla’s stock surged, despite worse than expected first quarter earnings. He then reflects on how a ban on noncompete agreements will be beneficial for workers. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss the benefits and drawbacks of 24/7 trading at the New York Stock Exchange.  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Claire Hughes Johnson, the former COO of Stripe and author of “Scaling People: Tactics for Management and Company Building,” joins Scott to discuss team management, the role of DEI, and how to identify top talent. Claire is an all-star operator — follow her on X, @chughesjohnson.  Scott opens by telling us about his new book, The Algebra of Wealth, which is out now!  Algebra of Happiness: what do you want to tell your friends and family? Follow our podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, we kick off our special 3-part series answering your questions surrounding The Future of Entrepreneurship.  Today is all about work-life balance, how to raise capital for your business, and what makes a good vs. bad entrepreneur. We first hear from a college student who is about to graduate and wondering whether he’s cut out for entrepreneurship. Then, Scott shares the trials and tribulations of getting funding for his businesses. Finally, we hear why Scott is so against the idea of balance. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Buy "The Algebra of Wealth," out now. Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott takes a look at Tesla’s new shareholder vote and speaks with Charles Elson, Founding Director of the Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware, about the original ruling on Elon’s pay package and whether the superstar CEO will get his way this time around. Then Scott and Ed break down the latest big bank earnings and discuss “Basel III endgame,” a proposal for stricter capital requirements at banks following last year’s banking crisis. Order "The Algebra of Wealth" out April 23rd Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Cal Newport, a professor of computer science at Georgetown University and bestselling author, joins Scott to discuss productivity, the importance of work-life balance, and the disruption of AI on work. Learn more about Cal here, and his book, “Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout.” Scott opens with his thoughts on storytelling.  Algebra of Happiness: A Dad Hack.  Vote for No Mercy / No Malice in the Webby’s!  Pre-order "The Algebra of Wealth," out April 23rd Follow our podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott gives his thoughts on why he thinks nuclear energy is the future. He then speaks about the advertising sector, specifically the shift from the brand era to the supply chain era. He wraps up with book recommendations to a listener looking to fill his summer reading list.  Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Pre-order "The Algebra of Wealth," out April 23rd Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices