Prof G Markets: GameStop Buying Bitcoin, an Activist Play at Lyft, & Gen Z Unemployment

The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

Vox Media Podcast Network

Careers, Entrepreneurship, Business

4.6 • 4.1K Ratings

🗓️ 31 March 2025

⏱️ 60 minutes

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Follow Prof G Markets: Apple Podcasts Spotify Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Delaware's changes to its corporate governance laws, Waymo’s expansion into Washington D.C., and GameStop's decision to add bitcoin to its treasury reserves. Then they analyze Engine Capital’s activist push at Lyft, offering insights and strategic suggestions on how the rideshare company can strengthen its business. Finally, they break down the growing challenges for college graduates in today’s job market, with Scott sharing practical advice for those looking for a job. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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