Key Takeaways
- Prof G Media's research team of six utilizes diverse sources for daily show content.
- Senior Producer Claire Miller transitioned from magazine journalism to audio production for Prof G Markets.
- The 'Prof G Markets Daily' podcast follows a demanding weekly production schedule from research to final editing.
- MaryJean Ribas serves as Scott Galloway's Chief of Staff, having worked with him for 25 years.
Deep Dive
- Mia Silverio, research lead since 2019, coordinates the research process for podcasts.
- The core research team consists of approximately six individuals who collaborate on content.
- Sources include major publications like the Wall Street Journal and Financial Times, plus Substack writers and curated Twitter feeds.
- Research involves tight turnarounds for daily shows, focusing on identifying compelling data.
- Claire Miller, Senior Producer for Prof G Markets, studied magazine journalism at Syracuse University's New House School.
- Internships at Fast Company sparked her interest in business journalism.
- She gained audio production experience at NPR during the COVID-19 pandemic, editing and voicing two pieces.
- A social media post led to an assistant producer role at Prof G Media, starting a nearly five-year tenure.
- For 'Prof G Markets Daily', Monday involves story selection, research assignment, and a script draft by 2 PM.
- Recording sessions with guest(s) occur at 5 PM on Mondays.
- Audio editing by Joel Patterson and video editing by Brad follow, with audio typically finalized by 8 PM.
- The weekly cycle includes recording the daily show Monday, interview episodes Tuesday, and preparing the main weekly episode Wednesday for a Thursday release.
- MaryJean Ribas has served as Scott Galloway's Chief of Staff for six years, after first meeting him 25 years ago.
- Galloway is described as considerate of his team's Eastern Standard Time and generous, allowing use of his jet.
- She is a first-generation Cuban American from Connecticut and briefly attended Western Connecticut State University.
- Her work-from-home routine is supported by Galloway's consideration for his team's well-being.