Matthew Ball, a VC and author of “The Metaverse,” joins to discuss the winners and losers of the Metaverse, as well as some practical uses for the technology, such as in travel and defense. He previously served as the global head of strategy for Amazon Studios, so we also get his thoughts on streaming and potential acquisitions in that space. Follow Matthew ... Show More
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The Age Divide in Protests, How to Start a Business in a Downturn, and How Scott Measures Impact
Scott Galloway answers questions on the age divide in the No Kings protests, how to build a company in a challenging market, and the ways he thinks about influence and impact.
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How to Raise Good Men — Scott Galloway & Richard Reeves Answer Your Questions
Scott Galloway and Richard Reeves answer listener questions about talking to boys about sex, navigating device addiction, supporting teachers, and modeling healthy masculinity.
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22m 43s
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Matthew Ball - A Manual to The Metaverse - [Invest Like the Best, EP.286]
My guest today is Matthew Ball. Matt is an investor, the former head of strategy at Amazon studios, and one of the brightest minds in the media industry. Through his essays and now his book, which launches today, Matt has established himself as the foremost authority on the Metav ... Show More
1h 21m
Mar 2022
#582: Mark Zuckerberg on Long-Term Strategy, Business and Parenting Principles, Personal Energy Management, Building the Metaverse, Seeking Awe, the Role of Religion, Solving Deep Technical Challenges (e.g., AR), and More
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#118: How Philosophy Can Change Your Life, Alain de Botton
<p>Alain de Botton (@alaindebotton) is many things, but I think of him as a rare breed of practical philosopher. In 1997, he turned away from writing novels and instead wrote an extended essay titled How Proust Can Change Your Life, which became an unlikely blockbuster. His subse ... Show More
1h 55m
Aug 2022
What Business Leaders Should Know Now About the Metaverse
It might still seem like a buzzword, or something that only matters to tech CEOs. But Matthew Ball, CEO of Epyllion and the former global head of strategy for Amazon Studios, says the metaverse is the "new internet" – and that it's already here. He argues that companies large and ... Show More
27m 30s
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#550: Andrew Chen — Metaverse, Metrics, and Meerkats
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How FOMO, Doom, and Ego Impact Your Money — ft. Morgan Housel
Morgan Housel, New York Times bestselling author of “The Psychology of Money,” joins the show to break down some of the worst traits an investor can have. He also discusses the difference between being wealthy and being rich, how to deal with uncertainty in the markets, and how h ... Show More
56m 6s
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#578: Tim Ferriss and Matt Mullenweg in Antarctica: Exploring Personal Fears, Bucket Lists, Facing Grief, Crafting Life Missions, and Tim’s Best Penguin Impressions
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455: How to Use the Metaverse for Your Business with Kirin Sinha of Illumix
Kirin Sinha never wanted to run a startup. She was on a secure path in academics when her research into augmented reality (AR) showed her a vision of the future. So, at 25 years old, Sinha launched Illumix, an AR technology and media company focused on developing immersive experi ... Show More
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