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Knowledge at Wharton

Knowledge at Whartonknowledge.wharton.upenn.edu
Wharton faculty and industry leaders discuss their latest research, books, and relevant business topics.

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Episodes

How One VC Cuts Through the Fintech Hype

Blockchain is overhyped cryptocurrencies are not feasible and cybersecurity is the biggest threat society faces according to QED’s Amias Gerety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 24, 201938 min

The Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy Case: What’s at Stake

Purdue Pharma has been accused of fueling the opioid epidemic with overly aggressive marketing practices for its OxyContin brand. What would a proposed settlement mean for the company and for opioid victims? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 201923 min

How Restricting Skilled Immigration Could Spur Offshoring

When American companies were restricted from offering H1-B visas for highly skilled foreign workers they worked around the policy change by offshoring jobs according to research by Wharton’s Britta Glennon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 20199 min

The GM Strike: What Are the Mounting Costs?

Striking GM workers are seeking to win back concessions the UAW made to the automaker during the Great Recession. But it will be tough for the two sides to come together experts said. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 201927 min

Hate Broccoli? Why Your DNA Might Be to Blame

Why does one person love broccoli but another hate it? Your DNA has something to do with it according to a new book by Indiana University professor Bill Sullivan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 201922 min

Why Being a Celebrity Is Big Business

In her new book Columbia University professor Sharon Marcus traces the history of celebrity culture and shows how the biggest stars stay relevant by learning how to manipulate the media of their day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 201925 min

The Dangers of Vaping: Making the Case for Tighter Regulation

New research from Penn Medicine shows that just one instance of non-nicotine vaping stresses blood vessels highlighting the need for more regulation of the sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 201919 min

Are Negative Interest Rates on the Way in the U.S.?

The U.S. could be headed for negative interest rate territory. Experts from Wharton and Michigan State University discuss the implications for the U.S. economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 201926 min

How Data Analytics Can Drive Innovation

New Wharton research examines whether decentralized or centralized organizations are better at using data analytics to innovate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 201913 min

Responding to Natural Disasters: Is There a Better Way?

What can governments and non-governmental organizations do to better prepare for and aid countries in the recovery from devastating storms? The heads of two NGOs weigh in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 201928 min

What Will It Take to Rescue Argentina’s Economy?

If he wins in October presidential hopeful Alberto Fernandez is best positioned to introduce long-term economic reforms in Argentina say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12, 201926 min

Why Most Leadership Skills Are Learned

Former Aetna CEO Ron Williams draws on his years of management experience to offer leadership advice in his new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 11, 201923 min

Is Your Company Socially Responsible?

Corporate social responsibility is taking center stage as consumers care more about which firms they patronize. Experts Toby Usnik and Daniel Korschun explain why companies not on board will be left behind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 11, 201922 min

Can the ‘Supercharged’ Consumer Save Retail?

Digital retailers can reap significant financial benefits from opening physical stores according to new research from Wharton and Harvard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 05, 201917 min

Why the We Company Looks Like the Me Company

Any analysis of WeWork’s potential IPO should begin by examining the management and governance structure and how that may impact the company writes Wharton’s David Erickson in this opinion piece. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 03, 201924 min

Can Cybercriminals Be Stopped?

A new book by journalist and cybersecurity expert Kate Fazzini reveals the true nature of cybercriminals beyond the headlines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 03, 201922 min

Can Artificial Intelligence Help Answer HR’s Toughest Questions?

New research from Wharton’s Peter Cappelli and Prasanna Tambe points out the promise and pitfalls of using artificial intelligence in human resources where algorithms can’t easily replace human decision-making. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 30, 201928 min

What Entrepreneurs Need to Know About VCs

In his best-selling book Scott Kupor former entrepreneur and now managing partner at VC firm Andreessen Horowitz offers advice on how founders can understand and engage with VCs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 29, 201925 min

Growth Leaders vs. Laggards: What Makes the Difference?

Companies that are growth drivers are able to attract nurture and retain so-called innovation talent which they support through a work-systems model say Wharton’s George Day and Gregory Shea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 28, 201948 min

Data as Currency: What Value Are You Getting?

In the data-as-currency world generators of data get practically nothing says MX Technologies’ Jane Barratt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 27, 201924 min

How Can Hospitals Best Manage the Uneven Flow of Patients?

Wharton’s Hummy Song examines the common hospital practice of capacity pooling and whether it’s the best way to manage the mismatch between the number of patients and available beds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 23, 201929 min

What Will It Take for Uber to Become Profitable?

Uber needs to ensure that its core business of ride-hailing is profitable before diversifying into areas like bike rentals say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201926 min

Is the U.S. Economy Solid? Ask the Philadelphia Fed’s Patrick Harker

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia president Patrick Harker discusses interest rate policies recession fears and whether central banks are ready to introduce a stablecoin cyrptocurrency among other issues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201933 min

Why ’Radical Self-inquiry’ Can Create a Thriving Workplace

Leaders should stop focusing on output and achievement alone and work on building the maturity required to lift up others not just themselves notes the author of a new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201921 min
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