Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov

How Trump Remade America in Just One Year

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Dec 17, 2025
Scott and Jessica dive into the whirlwind of Trump's return to power and its impact on U.S. institutions and norms. They debate whether Time made the right call by naming Trump Person of the Year while comparing his influence to that of AI leaders. The conversation shifts to the role of AI in the economy, with discussions on job losses and regulations. They tackle issues of corruption and lobbying, highlighting political access disparities. The duo wraps up with hopeful moments from 2025, blending personal anecdotes with broader cultural shifts.
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INSIGHT

Trump Reshaped American Power Fast

  • Scott Galloway argues Trump reshaped U.S. power rapidly through tariffs, centralized federal power, and norm-breaking governance.
  • He warns the institutional changes may persist even if Trump weakens politically.
INSIGHT

Middle East Transactions Changed Geopolitics

  • Jessica Tarlov highlights Trump’s transactional Middle East diplomacy benefiting his circle and shifting regional alignments.
  • She says those deals revealed how political outcomes are often driven by money and personal interests.
ANECDOTE

Personal Tale About College Donations And Influence

  • Scott Galloway shares his son asking him not to donate to colleges, revealing changing attitudes about higher education.
  • He also candidly admits he believes money could buy presidential favors for legal troubles today.
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