Scott Galloway Explains Why He Got Cosmetic Surgery | Pivot
Episode Description
Scott is back — and he has a lot of explaining to do about his recent absence. Then, he and Kara discuss Fed Chair Jerome Powell punching back after the DOJ opens a criminal investigation into him. Plus, Trump pressures oil executives to invest in Venezuela, and California’s proposed wealth tax sends billionaires fleeing.
00:00 Intro 0:55 Where Has Scott Been? 16:47 DOJ Investigates Powell 27:28 Minneapolis ICE Shooting Fallout 36:58 Trump’s Oil Deals 45:48 Iran Protests 57:33 California’s Proposed Wealth Tax 01:06:02 Wins and Fails
Producers: Lara Naaman Zoë Marcus Taylor Griffin
Video Producer: Rich Shibley
Vox Media's Executive Producer of Podcasts: Nishat Kurwa
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Brief Summary
Scott Galloway discusses his cosmetic surgery, wealth tax implications, and the investigation into Jerome Powell while addressing the ICE shooting of Renee Good.
Key points
- Cosmetic Surgery Confessions. Scott opens up about his cosmetic surgery experience and the insecurities that led to it.
- The Philosophy of Surgery. Scott discusses his approach to cosmetic surgery, emphasizing moderation and natural looks.
- Criminal Investigation into Fed Chair. The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
- Protests Erupt Over ICE Shooting. Thousands protested the killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
- Impeachment Calls for Christine Gnome. Discussion on the need for accountability regarding police actions.
- The Administration's Communication Strategy. Critique of the administration's approach to handling controversies.
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Episode highlights
- Cosmetic Surgery ConfessionsScott opens up about his cosmetic surgery experience and the insecurities that led to it.“I cannot for the life of me figure out the hole I am trying to fill here.”3:25Jan 13, 2026
- The Philosophy of SurgeryScott discusses his approach to cosmetic surgery, emphasizing moderation and natural looks.“I want modification not transformation.”8:08Jan 13, 2026
- Criminal Investigation into Fed ChairThe Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell.“Powell called the investigation unprecedented.”16:52Jan 13, 2026
- Protests Erupt Over ICE ShootingThousands protested the killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.“The black community is like, 'Yeah, welcome to our world.'”28:36Jan 13, 2026
- Impeachment Calls for Christine GnomeDiscussion on the need for accountability regarding police actions.“Christine Gnome needs to be impeached and hopefully go to jail.”34:40Jan 13, 2026
- The Administration's Communication StrategyCritique of the administration's approach to handling controversies.“Double down, deny, attack, attack, attack.”35:04Jan 13, 2026
- Venezuela's Oil Industry ChallengesExploration of the complexities surrounding investment in Venezuela's oil sector.“They do not want to be there.”37:26Jan 13, 2026
- The Future of U.S.-Iran RelationsDiscussion on the potential for U.S. support of anti-regime protests in Iran.“We should absolutely be supporting incredibly brave young women and men.”47:23Jan 13, 2026
