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Knowledge at Wharton

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The Knowledge at Wharton Network Acast feed serves as a curated showcase highlighting the best content from our podcast collection. Each week, we feature one standout episode from each show in the Wharton Podcast Network, giving listeners a comprehensive sample of our diverse business and academic content. This rotating selection allows audiences to discover new shows within our network while experiencing the depth and variety of Wharton's thought leadership across different topics and formats. It's your monthly gateway to explore the full spectrum of insights available through the Wharton Podcast Network.

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Episodes

The Hidden Costs of Volkswagen’s Deception

Wharton management professor John Paul MacDuffie recently appeared on the Knowledge at Wharton radio show to discuss the fallout from the Volkswagen emissions scandal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 23, 20155 min

Can the Bank of England’s New ‘Ring-fencing’ Rules Work?

Last week’s moves by the Bank of England to split up the retail and investment arms of large banks come at a time of increasing regulatory scrutiny in other developed markets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 20, 201526 min

The Little Tractor Company That Could Lead the Way into Cuba

Despite the thaw in bilateral relations no U.S. business has yet leaped all the hurdles and been allowed to set up shop in Cuba. Two long-time friends hope their tractor firm will be the first. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 16, 201526 min

Why ‘Abenomics’ Keeps Missing the Mark

Don’t expect many market consequences from Standard & Poor’s cut in Japan’s credit rating. But it is a sign that “Abenomics” is not fulfilling its promise says Wharton finance professor Franklin Allen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 09, 20156 min

What Shell’s Arctic Exit Means for Future Energy Exploration

Low oil prices discouraging finds pressure from environmentalists and high regulatory costs forced Shell’s decision last week to quit drilling in the Alaskan Arctic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 05, 201525 min

Catalonia’s Election: What Lies Ahead for Spain and the EU

Recent regional elections in Catalonia viewed as an indirect referendum on independence from Spain produced results that won’t be cleared up until January. But the vote may have improved chances for a compromise solution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 02, 201516 min

Why an Open Mind Is Key to Making Better Predictions

In the new book ’Superforecasting ’ Wharton professor Philip Tetlock and coauthor Dan Gardner look into why making predictions is so difficult — and how we can become better at making them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 02, 201527 min

Brazil and South Africa: Could Turmoil Lead to Default?

Emerging markets used to be seen as the new economic ”locomotive.” But many of them – including Brazil and South Africa – are feeling the brunt of China’s economic slowdown and are facing other serious problems as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 02, 20157 min

Why There’s No Quick Fix for Volkswagen’s Emissions Crisis

The crisis underway at Volkswagen over EPA allegations that the firm cheated on emissions tests for their popular TDI diesel engine line has caused a significant drop in the firm’s stock price and led to the departure of its CEO. What else will it mean for the company and the industry? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 201525 min

Failing in Order to Succeed in the Digital World

It is counter-intuitive to celebrate failures as well as successes. But that is precisely what needs to happen if companies wish to spark a culture of innovation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 22, 201511 min

What’s Behind the Fed’s Interest Rate Decision?

As the U.S. Federal Reserve gleans interest rate signals from inflation job growth and global markets it needs to show more clarity and consistency in its actions say Wharton experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 201524 min

The China Syndrome -- How Volatility Is Affecting ASEAN

China’s slowing growth and financial volatility is rippling through the global economy and is causing devaluations and an economic slowdown across Asia. Wharton finance professor Franklin Allen outlines the risks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 18, 20157 min

Can Brazil Turn Its Economy Around?

Brazil’s recent credit rating downgrade is a wakeup call for the country to fix its economy. How can it restore confidence among investors and lenders? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 15, 201523 min

‘Friend and Foe’: Balancing Competition and Cooperation

A new book co-authored by Adam Galinsky and Maurice Schweitzer explains why success depends on being able to cooperate and compete effectively in every relationship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 11, 201528 min

Can Google’s Rules Transform Your Workplace?

In a new book Google’s head of people operations Laszlo Bock discusses what the company believes could make work better for everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 03, 201515 min

Will Obama’s Push for Renewable Energy Get a Tailwind?

President Barack Obama’s new push for more wind and solar power could help drive clean energy innovation. But the game-changer would be a carbon tax says a Penn expert. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 28, 201522 min

Can China Defuse the Panic over Its Economy?

China’s all-out efforts to address fears over its growth prospects have raised fresh questions about the underlying factors affecting its economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 26, 201527 min

Jeremy Siegel on Stocks: This Is a Correction Not a Bear Market

In an interview with Knowledge at Wharton finance professor Jeremy Siegel says he thinks the Dow ultimately could drop 15% from recent highs before recovering to around 19 000 by the end of the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 201514 min

Sizing Up Coca-Cola’s Obesity Research Controversy

Coca-Cola is receiving criticism for funding research that backed exercise over cutting calories. As a result experts are calling for more transparency in sponsored studies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 21, 201525 min
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