Dan Ariely, a professor of psychology and behavioral economics at Duke University, joins Scott to discuss what makes rational people believe seemingly irrational things. He also shares how we avoid certain facts when we don’t like the solution, as well as how a lack of trust in one area can spiral into others. 
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Scott opens with his thoughts on the podcast space and then discusses why tech companies are still laying people off in droves. 
Algebra of Happiness: the role of parents.
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Conversation with Dan Ariely — Why People Believe Irrational Things

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No Mercy / No Malice: Forewarned

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?

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Conversation with Claire Hughes Johnson — Building Great Teams, Managers, and Self-Awareness

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.

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The Future of Entrepreneurship Part 1: What Makes a Good Entrepreneur? How Do I Raise Capital? Is Balance Ever Possible?

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.
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Prof G Markets: Will Tesla Reward Elon and Move to Texas? + Bank Earnings and Basel Endgame

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Conversation with Dan Ariely — Why People Believe Irrational Things

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