Wharton marketing professor Jonah Berger discusses his published study, “Topography of Thought,” which was co-authored with Olivier Toubia, business professor at Columbia Business School. The paper examines how someone's writing style can be indicative of their future success, and where generative AI might come into the picture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 23, 2024•15 min
Wharton finance professor emeritus Jeremy Siegel’s bestselling book, Stocks for the Long Run, was first released in 1994 and is now in its sixth edition. Siegel talks about what has changed in investment strategies, and what remains the same. This Ripple Effect podcast episode is part of a series called “Meet the Authors." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 09, 2024•20 min
Eric Bradlow, the vice dean of Wharton’s new AI and Analytics Initiative, discusses how generative AI can be leveraged in education, companies, and society to enhance our lives — and why the first step to understanding AI is to simply start using it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 04, 2024•17 min
Wharton’s Cait Lamberton talks about her new book, Marketplace Dignity , which explains why customers want firms to treat them with respect and dignity above anything else. This episode is part of a series called “Meet the Authors" from the Ripple Effect podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 04, 2024•15 min
Wharton’s Stephanie Creary speaks with Dr. Ella F. Washington — organizational psychologist, practice professor at Georgetown University, and founder of Ellavate Solutions — on the indisputable value of DEI and how to be authentic at work while navigating corporate culture. This episode is part of the Leading Diversity at Work series . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 21, 2024•38 min
Wharton’s Lu Liu discusses what policy changes may be needed to break mortgage lock-in, which is restricting real estate inventory in the U.S. housing market. This Ripple Effect podcast episode is part of a series on “Real Estate.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 07, 2024•16 min
Wharton’s David Musto talks about Penn’s financial literacy course, which is being taught to high school students across the country. It’s just one of the programs at the Stevens Center to help younger people understand money and make better financial decisions. This Ripple Effect podcast episode is part of a series on “Financial Literacy.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 12, 2024•14 min
Wharton’s Stew Friedman talks about his book, Baby Bust: New Choices for Men and Women in Work and Family , which has been re-released for its 10th anniversary with a provocative new preface. This evidence-based book examines the changing attitudes millennials and younger generations have about raising children in a society that makes it increasingly difficult to do so. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 11, 2024•27 min
Wharton management professor Amy Wrzesniewski studied the shrinking field of journalism to better understand how workers grapple with occupational instability and declining careers. Her co-authored paper, “Perceived Fixed or Flexible Meaning: Toward a Model of Meaning Fixedness and Navigating Occupational Instability,” appears in the journal Administrative Science Quarterly . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 08, 2024•18 min
There’s a difference between a professional mentor and a sponsor, but women need both if they want help moving forward in their careers, explains Wharton Deputy Dean Nancy Rothbard. This Ripple Effect podcast episode is part of a series on “Women & Leadership." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 05, 2024•13 min
Wharton Coalition for Equity and Opportunity's Faculty Director Kenneth L. Shropshire is joined by industry leaders Nzinga “Zing” Shaw, CEO of Attack the Glass, and sports and entertainment attorney Jaia Thomas to address pay equity and underrepresentation in entertainment. They discuss their experiences in developing diversity initiatives, including targeted hiring practices, mentorship programs, and curating resume databases. Shah and Thomas offer insights on how to enhance visibility an...
Feb 27, 2024•26 min
Wharton professor Keith Weigelt and President and CEO of Castle Oak Securities L.P. David R. Jones join host Kenneth L. Shropshire, faculty director of Wharton’s Coalition for Equity and Opportunity, to talk about the inequities in finance and financial wellbeing. They discuss the racial wealth gap, and the role of access, opportunity, and education. Learn about the solutions Wharton is pursuing to address these disparities, and how business leaders and financial institutions like Castle Oak can...
Feb 20, 2024•26 min
Worried about your money? Wharton finance professor Michael Roberts is here to help with common-sense advice on mortgage debt, personal budgeting, and planning ahead. This Ripple Effect podcast episode is part of a series on getting a “Fresh Start" this new year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 19, 2024•15 min
Wharton marketing professor Jonah Berger’s latest co-authored research focuses on storytelling. His paper is titled, “Seeing Your Life’s Story as a Hero’s Journey Can Increase Meaning in Life.” It explains how people can find more well-being and resilience by reflecting on the important elements in their lives and connecting them to a coherent and compelling narrative. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 19, 2024•14 min
Kenneth L. Shropshire, faculty director for Wharton’s Coalition for Equity and Opportunity, delves into the world of sports alongside guests Xavier Gutierrez, the NHL's first Latino president and CEO, and Jonathan Beane, the NFL's senior vice president and chief diversity and inclusion officer. The conversation examines the unique role sports play in providing opportunities for underserved communities, and why women are more likely to foster a positive and inclusive work environment. They ...
Feb 13, 2024•23 min
Kenneth L. Shropshire, faculty director of Wharton’s Coalition for Equity and Opportunity, is joined by Wharton professor Guy David, Managing Director for Wharton’s Coalition for Equity and Opportunity Dr. Fareeda Griffith, and Head of TIAA Institute Surya Kolluri. They unpack the intricate ways income and wealth inequality reverberate through health care and influence health outcomes. From examining the impact of social determinants to navigating innovation in technology and AI, the ...
Feb 06, 2024•25 min
In this special episode, listen to curated excerpts from this year’s Ripple Effect podcast, where Wharton professors discuss a range of trending business topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 15, 2023•20 min
Wharton’s Stephanie Creary speaks with two experts about why some employees feel the need to 'cover' aspects of their identity and how organizations can better support diversity in the workplace. She's joined by Kenji Yoshino -- a professor at NYU School of Law and faculty director of the Meltzer Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging -- and Joanne Stephane, executive director of Deloitte's DEI Institute™. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 11, 2023•47 min
Wharton’s Stephanie Creary speaks with Dr. Broderick Turner -- a Virginia Tech marketing professor who also runs the school’s Technology, Race, and Prejudice (T.R.A.P.) Lab -- and Dr. Karim Ginena -- a social scientist and founder of RAI Audit -- on how to use AI while thinking critically about its flaws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 09, 2023•47 min
Wharton marketing professor Jonah Berger’s latest research shows how a simple writing shift can make anyone more persuasive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 25, 2023•10 min
New research from Wharton’s Jonah Berger shows how the right words can help captivate audiences and hold their attention. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 05, 2023•14 min
It’s been a year since Roe v. Wade was overturned. In this episode of Leading Diversity at Work, experts tackle the sensitive subject of how companies handle the issue of abortion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 20, 2023•47 min
A new study co-authored by Wharton’s Ingrid Nembhard finds that patients who are treated with empathy have better health outcomes. She explains why empathy in health care delivery should become standard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 23, 2023•16 min
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May 16, 2023•39 min
In this episode of Leading Diversity at Work, Wharton’s Stephanie Creary talks with two experts about inclusive storytelling and why it’s important for organizations to embrace diverse narratives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 04, 2023•54 min
Wharton finance professor Itamar Drechsler discusses what led to the collapse of SVB and the questions it raises for banks, depositors and regulators going forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 14, 2023•16 min
Wharton professors Christian Terwiesch and Karl Ulrich discuss their new book, 'The Innovation Tournament Handbook,' a how-to manual for generating winning ideas and solutions in any organization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 10, 2023•19 min
What is the best medium for communicating with consumers? It depends on the content, according to the latest research from Wharton marketing professor Jonah Berger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 20, 2023•15 min
Customers are unhappy when their favorite retailers make it harder to earn rewards, as Starbucks, Dunkin’ and Best Buy have recently done. But firms have to walk a fine line between customer loyalty and profits, says Wharton’s Raghuram Iyengar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 13, 2023•14 min
Wharton’s Matthew Bidwell thinks the slew of new salary transparency laws sweeping the nation will help advance pay equity, although it may not raise salaries overall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 06, 2023•10 min