Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov

Get your tickets now for our live show at 92NY: https://www.92ny.org/event/scott-galloway-and-jessica-tarlov

Jessica Tarlov is joined by America’s government teacher Sharon McMahon (https://instagram.com/sharonsaysso) — author of We Are Mighty and the woman behind the The Preamble on Substack— for a check-in on the American experiment.

First, the Trump administration says progress is being made in negotiations with Iran, but Tehran is already pushing back on key claims made by Vice President JD Vance. After tensions flared again in the Strait of Hormuz, questions persist about whether the Trump administration secured a lasting agreement, or simply handed Iran new leverage.

Jessica and Sharon also discuss Zohran Mamdani's growing influence in New York politics, and the rise of democratic socialist candidates in major cities across America. In one Congressional race, Mayor Mamdani detached himself from the allies of Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and from longtime incumbents, to endorse a controversial candidate whose past views have come under fire. Will this widen the divide within the Democratic Party?

Plus: explosive new reporting has exposed former DNI Tulsi Gabbard’s affiliation with a strange religious group — which many former members have called a cult. Sharon and Jessica talk about the insidious influence of religious groups on our elected officials — such as the overt Christian nationalism of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Finally, they discuss what America's 250th birthday celebration should really represent, and why Sharon believes that in order to come back from Trump, we all must decide that the era of "not knowing" is over.

For ad-free episodes, exclusive livestreams, and to connect with Scott, Jessica, and the Raging Moderates community, join us at ProfG+ on Substack: https://ragingmoderates.profgmedia.com/

Get The Monday Rage newsletter: https://profgmedia.com/s/monday-rage/

Follow Raging Moderates on IG, Tiktok, and Facebook:

https://www.instagram.com/ragingmoderatespod/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ragingmoderates

https://www.facebook.com/ragingmoderates

Follow Jessica Tarlov on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/jessicatarlov

https://substack.com/@jessietarlov

https://bsky.app/profile/jessicatarlov.bsky.social

Follow Scott on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/profgalloway

https://substack.com/@profgalloway

https://bsky.app/profile/profgalloway.com

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RagingModerates
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get your tickets now for our live show at 92NY: https://www.92ny.org/event/scott-galloway-and-jessica-tarlov

Jessica Tarlov and Scott Galloway break down the latest updates in the negotiations between Iran and the United States, with Vice President JD Vance at the helm. After Iran once again threatened to close off shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, and President Trump responded with threats of renewed military action, Vance says Tehran has agreed to allow nuclear inspectors into the country. Is this a genuine breakthrough — or just another fragile pause in a conflict that refuses to end?

They also discuss the resignation of Keir Starmer, Britain’s Labour prime minister, which came auspiciously at the ten-year anniversary of the Brexit referendum. Then, Jessica and Scott discuss the revelations and questions surrounding Senator Ruben Gallego, who is alleged to have used PAC funds for personal use.

And, as the Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago to great ceremony, Scott and Jessica offer their reflections on Barack Obama’s legacy, Michelle Obama’s skills as an orator, and Scott reveals who’s on his fantasy “future spouse” shortlist.

For ad-free episodes, exclusive livestreams, and to connect with Scott, Jessica, and the Raging Moderates community, join us at ProfG+ on Substack: https://ragingmoderates.profgmedia.com/

Get The Monday Rage newsletter: https://profgmedia.com/s/monday-rage/

Follow Raging Moderates on IG, Tiktok, and Facebook:

https://www.instagram.com/ragingmoderatespod/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ragingmoderates

https://www.facebook.com/ragingmoderates

Follow Jessica Tarlov on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/jessicatarlov

https://substack.com/@jessietarlov

https://bsky.app/profile/jessicatarlov.bsky.social

Follow Scott on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/profgalloway

https://substack.com/@profgalloway

https://bsky.app/profile/profgalloway.com

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RagingModerates
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get your tickets now for our live show at 92NY: https://www.92ny.org/event/scott-galloway-and-jessica-tarlov

Jessica Tarlov and Scott Galloway dive into the newly released details about the “memorandum of understanding” that President Trump has signed with Iran, purportedly ending the monthslong conflict, and launching a new chapter in U.S.-Iran relations. The agreement includes at least $300 billion in funding for Iran's reconstruction and economic development, a reopening of trade and shipping routes, and a framework for future negotiations.

But major questions remain. The deal does not address Iran's ballistic missile program, its conventional military forces, or the broader regional tensions involving Israel and Hezbollah. Scott and Jessica break down what's actually in the deal, why Iran ultimately agreed to it, what it means for Israel and America's allies, and whether this will be a lasting peace or simply a temporary pause in the fighting.

Plus: new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's first major policy meeting took place, with some noteworthy differences from his predecessor Jerome Powell. Are interest rate hikes still on the table? 

And finally, both Scott and Jessica have a case of World Cup fever. They talk about reporting that fans of Scotland have taken over Boston and depleted some of the city’s most important natural resources.

For ad-free episodes, exclusive livestreams, and to connect with Scott, Jessica, and the Raging Moderates community, join us at ProfG+ on Substack: https://ragingmoderates.profgmedia.com/

Get The Monday Rage newsletter: https://profgmedia.com/s/monday-rage/

Follow Raging Moderates on IG, Tiktok, and Facebook:

https://www.instagram.com/ragingmoderatespod/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ragingmoderates

https://www.facebook.com/ragingmoderates

Follow Jessica Tarlov on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/jessicatarlov

https://substack.com/@jessietarlov

https://bsky.app/profile/jessicatarlov.bsky.social

Follow Scott on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/profgalloway

https://substack.com/@profgalloway

https://bsky.app/profile/profgalloway.com

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RagingModerates
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get your tickets now for our live show at 92NY: https://www.92ny.org/event/scott-galloway-and-jessica-tarlov

Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the latest developments and revelations about the Iran deal, as Tehran publicly confirms key details, sending Iran hawks spiraling. The agreement would end military operations, reopen critical trade routes, and lift the naval blockade. But there are major absences when it comes to controlling Iran’s nuclear development and enrichment programs — which was a principal justification for the war in the first place. Also, given that the deal reportedly both ends U.S. sanctions and pledges hundreds of billions of dollars toward rebuilding Iran… is this an even WORSE deal than Obama’s JCPOA, which Trump often calls “terrible”?

Plus, California Governor Gavin Newsom, one of the leading Democratic contenders for 2028, publicly announced that both he and his wife are under investigation by Trump’s DOJ. According to Newsom, he and his family have been visited by federal investigators, who he claims are searching for a crime.

Also: Vice President JD Vance continues to try and shape his post-Trump identity, as he kicks off a media tour publicizing his new book about his faith journey as a convert to Catholicism. And, the United Kingdom moves closer to banning social media for children under 16. Is this a good move — or are the problems facing young people today far bigger than just the algorithms?

For ad-free episodes, exclusive livestreams, and to connect with Scott, Jessica, and the Raging Moderates community, join us at ProfG+ on Substack: https://ragingmoderates.profgmedia.com/

Get The Monday Rage newsletter: https://profgmedia.com/s/monday-rage/

Follow Raging Moderates on IG, Tiktok, and Facebook:

https://www.instagram.com/ragingmoderatespod/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ragingmoderates

https://www.facebook.com/ragingmoderates

Follow Jessica Tarlov on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/jessicatarlov

https://substack.com/@jessietarlov

https://bsky.app/profile/jessicatarlov.bsky.social

Follow Scott on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/profgalloway

https://substack.com/@profgalloway

https://bsky.app/profile/profgalloway.com

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RagingModerates
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get your ticket for our live show at 92NY: https://www.92ny.org/event/scott-galloway-and-jessica-tarlov

After more than 100 days of war, President Trump says the U.S. and Iran have reached a ceasefire agreement. But major questions remain unanswered. Iran has yet to fully confirm the deal, the future of Tehran’s nuclear program is unresolved, and regional tensions involving Israel and Hezbollah are still simmering. In fact, Trump says the full text of the agreement won’t be released until Friday.

Scott Galloway, Jessica Tarlov, and special guest Ian Bremmer break down what the next 60 days could look like. They discuss whether this agreement has any realistic chance of holding, and who stands to benefit politically if negotiations succeed — or collapse.

They also discuss what Trump’s announcement means heading into the G7 summit in France, and why the Strait of Hormuz remains one of the most important pressure points in the global economy.

Plus: Trump celebrates his 80th birthday by hosting a UFC event on the White House lawn, which is not a sentence that would have made any sense even a very short time ago in America’s 250-year history. Jessica and Scott discuss the cultural significance of this event — and a shocking remark made by one of the participants. When looked at alongside the recent allegations against Graham Platner — the Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine — what does this spectacle say about Democrats’ and Republicans’ divergent views of masculinity?

For ad-free episodes, exclusive livestreams, and to connect with Scott, Jessica, and the Raging Moderates community, join us at ProfG+ on Substack: https://ragingmoderates.profgmedia.com/

Get The Monday Rage newsletter: https://profgmedia.com/s/monday-rage/

Follow Raging Moderates on IG, Tiktok, and Facebook:

https://www.instagram.com/ragingmoderatespod/

https://www.tiktok.com/@ragingmoderates

https://www.facebook.com/ragingmoderates

Follow Jessica Tarlov on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/jessicatarlov

https://substack.com/@jessietarlov

https://bsky.app/profile/jessicatarlov.bsky.social

Follow Scott on Instagram, Substack, and Bluesky:

https://instagram.com/profgalloway

https://substack.com/@profgalloway

https://bsky.app/profile/profgalloway.com

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RagingModerates
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices