As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, Scott Galloway speaks with historian Heather Cox Richardson (@heathercoxrichardson) about the future of American democracy. They explore Trump's politics of spectacle, the war in Iran, the state of both political parties, and what history suggests comes next. Subscribe to Prof G+ to join our next livestream at www.profgmedia.com. Check out Letters from an American ⁠at https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/ Timestamps 00:00 - In This Episode 01:15 - Is Trump’s cheating getting worse or are we more aware of it 03:32 - Was renaming the Kennedy Center a purposeful distraction? 05:04 - Are Republicans filling a vacuum around masculinity and male identity? 09:11 - What is your take on the newest Iran deal? 11:44 - Are we paying a high price for an agreement that may never materialize? 15:06 - Has weakening the diplomatic corps undermined U.S. negotiations? 17:11 - Have Americans taken government competence for granted? 21:14 - Ad Break 24:46 - What historical period feels most similar to where we are today? 28:46 - What type of candidate typically follows periods of discontent? 32:43 - What is your prognosis for the Republican Party right now? 36:39 - Is America becoming more comfortable with religion shaping politics? 39:48 - Does abandoning shared norms and evidence threaten the global order? 43:42 - What type of leaders tend to emerge in moments like this? 47:46 - Do you think Tucker Carlson emerges as the Republican nominee? 51:03 - Ad Break 53:57 - What makes a brand or company truly patriotic? 1:00:22 - How can we get more people to vote in the next election? Prof G has merch! Shop here to see our latest: https://links.profgmedia.com/merch-pgc Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://links.profgmedia.com/youtube-... Want more Prof G? Check out everything we're up to at https://links.profgmedia.com/home #ProfGMedia #ProfGConversations #ProfG #ScottGalloway #Politics #Economy #Tech #Culture #AI #Business #Leadership #Strategy #Innovation #Podcast #Interview #Insights #Culture