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The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway · September 9, 2026 · 34m

What Actually Predicts Divorce, and What Women Really Want in a Partner — ft. James Sexton

Scott Galloway sits down with divorce attorney James Sexton for the first part of a two-part Office Hours special on relationships. Sexton draws on his career litigating divorces to reveal the subtle early warning signals that predict marital collapse, and why couples so often overlook them. The conversation also explores the tension between striving for fairness and maintaining desire, and what women consistently tell him they want in a partner. With candor and real-world examples, the episode offers a grounded look at what makes relationships succeed or fail.

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Subtle Predictors of Divorce
James Sexton shares the overlooked early warning signs he sees repeatedly in his divorce practice.
Fairness vs. Desire
The episode explores how a relentless pursuit of equity can undermine attraction and romantic desire.

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