The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Talking to a Radicalized Parent, How AI Will Disrupt Higher Ed, and Sending Your Kid Off to School
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Jul 14, 2025 Difficult conversations with family members over changing political views are tackled, stressing the need for civil discourse. The future of higher education and the impact of AI on traditional models are explored, sparking debate over college versus vocational paths. Personal reflections on the emotional rollercoaster of sending a child off to college highlight the pride and sadness of letting go. The complexities of parenthood are also examined, revealing the challenges of being both a father and a friend.
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Handling Political Conversations with Family
- When discussing changed political views with family, avoid confrontation and lecturing to prevent pushing them away.
- Engage with civil, respectful conversations and try sharing content you both enjoy to maintain connections.
AI's Impact on Education and Jobs
- AI will improve learning speed and efficiency but won't replace creativity or strategic thinking.
- Entry-level jobs in sectors like consulting may decline due to AI automating routine tasks.
Reform Ideas for Higher Education
- Universities should expand enrollment at least as fast as population grows to avoid artificial scarcity.
- Holding schools financially accountable for bad debt could curb irresponsible lending to students.