Ripple Effect

Wharton management professor Mike Useem explains how leadership has evolved in recent years and how leaders can better handle economic uncertainty, social change, and innovation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton professor Katy Milkman explores the psychology behind goal-setting, why we fail, and the research-backed strategies that can help sustain new habits. She also discusses how businesses can leverage resolution mindsets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

Wharton’s Ethan Mollick is part of a research team determining the outer limits of what AI will do when prompted, including whether it will hurl insults or help with illegal activity. This episode is part of the “Research Roundup” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The best way to stop disinformation from spreading on social media is to prevent sites from sharing aggregate data, says Wharton’s Eric Clemons. This episode is part of the “Research Roundup” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FOMO is real, and so is the research behind it. Wharton’s Barbara Kahn explores the business implications of the “fear of missing out.” This episode is part of the “Research Roundup” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Philip Nichols explains why AI isn’t useful for combatting corruption, at least not yet. This episode is part of the “Research Roundup” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In his new book Creativity in the Age of AI , Wharton’s Jerry Wind explores ways to use AI to unlock creativity for personal and professional success. This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Judd Kessler shares insights from his new book Lucky by Design , which helps readers strategize how to get more of what they want out of life. This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Peter Cappelli talks about his new book, In Praise of the Office: The Limits of Hybrid and Remote Work , that examines the problems with hybrid work. This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Corinne Low talks about her new book, Having It All: What Data Tells Us About Women’s Lives and Getting the Most Out of Yours . This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grocery is one of the toughest segments of retail to turn a profit. Wharton’s Marshall Fisher and Santiago Gallino talk about the headwinds faced by both small and large grocers. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some products, movies, and songs are so bad, yet consumers can’t seem to get enough of them. Wharton’s Patti Williams explains why. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton marketing professor Z. John Zhang explains how luxury brands may actually benefit from the existence of counterfeits. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are loyalty programs worth it for retailers? Yes, says Wharton’s Peter Fader, but only if they are designed for customer lifetime value. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton's Barbara Kahn, author of  The Shopping Revolution: How Retailers Succeed in an Era of Endless Disruption , explains the latest trends in retail, how AI fits into the customer experience, and what's to come for brick-and-mortar. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What determines whether a cryptocurrency succeeds or fades into obscurity? In this episode, Wharton professor Itay Goldstein speaks with Shimon Kogan, adjunct associate professor of finance at Wharton and longtime instructor of Wharton’s fintech course, to explore the economic and behavioral forces behind token success. From network effects and user adoption to coordination challenges and the phen...

Stablecoins and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are at the center of a global shift in how money moves. In this episode, professor Itay Goldstein speaks with Heath Tarbert, president of Circle and former CFTC chair, about the role of stablecoins in modern finance, how they compare to CBDCs, and the regulatory frameworks needed to support their growth. This discussion is part of a special s...

As cryptocurrency moves further into the mainstream, regulators are stepping up efforts to define its legal and financial framework. But how far will regulation go, and what will it mean for investors, businesses, and the future of digital assets? In this episode, professor Itay Goldstein is joined by Wharton professor Jessica Wachter, recently the chief economist at the SEC, and former CFTC chair...

Cryptocurrency has evolved from a niche experiment to a global financial force. But how did we get here? In this episode, professor Itay Goldstein is joined by Duke professor Campbell Harvey and Neha Narula, director of the MIT Media Lab’s Digital Currency Initiative, to explore the milestones that led to crypto’s rise, the forces that shaped its growth, and what the crypto landscape will evolve i...

A promising collaboration between two competing firms can turn into disaster if expectations aren’t crystal clear from the start, says Wharton’s Henning Piezunka. This episode is part of the “Research Spotlight” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Marissa Sharif explains why streak rewards, like the kinds used by Duolingo and other apps, can be used to incentivize workers to meet goals. This episode is part of the “Research Spotlight” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Generative AI promises productivity and cost-cutting gains, but it also has the potential to increase employee well-being. That’s why Wharton’s Stefano Puntoni wants companies to put their workers at the center of the AI conversation. This episode is part of the “Research Spotlight” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Katherine Klein and Tyler Wry talk about their new book, An Introduction to Early-stage Impact Investing . This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Barbara Kahn and Elizabeth (Zab) Johnson talk about their book, Visual Marketing: A Practical Guide to the Science of Branding and Retailing . This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.