Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Anne Applebaum joins Scott Galloway to explain what’s really happening inside today’s Ukraine peace talks, why business interests are overtaking diplomacy, and how corruption is reshaping American power at home and abroad. They discuss Europe’s response, Russia’s strategy, and what this moment signals for the future of democracy. Timestamps 01:01 - What’s the state of play with negotiations between Russia and Ukraine? 04:19 - Is this indicative of the administration's continued grift and corruption? 06:02 - Would donations and connections be enough to get anyone pardoned by this administration? 07:07 - How does a democracy rebuild after corruption and war crimes? 13:12 - Ad Break 16:36 - Can you break down Ukraine and Russia's proposed peace plan? 23:30 - What is the state of public support for the war across Ukraine and Europe? 28:03 - Should we give Europe more credit in its support for Ukraine? 00:31:30 - Does reduced U.S. support mean Europe and Ukraine now drive the real outcome? 33:16 - Ad Break 36:46 - What has been the most worrying update on your "kleptocracy tracker"? 41:24 - What impact do you think this war will have on the midterm elections? 43:21 - Are billionaire networks now replacing traditional diplomacy, and what are the risks? 47:34 - Who are the biggest winners and losers across Europe right now? 52:11 - How do Russians feel about the state of the war right now? 54:44 - Are we misjudging how much hardship Russia is willing to impose on its own people? 57:33 - What countries have you lived in, and which is best for a young professional? 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 #anneapplebaum #ukraine #Europe #Economy #Tech #Culture #AI #Business #Leadership #Strategy #Innovation #Podcast #Interview #Insights #Culture