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Snapshot · The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway
China Decode: Why China Got Locked Out of SpaceX and America’s Biggest IPOs (ft. Ed Elson)
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Jun 16, 2026
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Sponsor Reads: Gusto, Aven, Ferragamo
At 45:58 · chapter starts 45:52
The second sponsor break covers three distinct products. Gusto pitches its all-in-one payroll and HR platform for small businesses, offering 3 months free on first payroll. Aven makes a striking pitch around the $1 trillion in US credit card debt carrying 23%+ interest rates, positioning its home equity Visa card as a dramatically cheaper alternative. Ferragamo closes the break with a Father's Day-themed ad for its fragrance and shoe collections.
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