Ripple Effect

Wharton real estate professor Susan Wachter talks about rising housing prices and affordability issues, and what can help bring the housing market back into alignment in the next few years. This episode is part of a series on “Real Estate.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Benjamin Keys explains the opposing market forces that are driving the difficult decision between buying and renting property. This episode is part of a series on “Real Estate.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commercial real estate will never be the same after the pandemic permanently changed work habits. Wharton’s Joe Gyourko explains how empty office buildings will impact cities long-term. This episode is part of a series on “Real Estate.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 episode is part of a series on “Real Estate.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Financial literacy should be a lifelong education because economic factors change over time, including the amount needed for retirement, says Wharton’s Olivia Mitchell. This episode is part of a series on “Financial Literacy.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Generative AI can help improve financial literacy, but the current models aren’t sophisticated enough to serve as standalone advisers, says Wharton’s Michael Roberts. This episode is part of a series on “Financial Literacy.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Economist Sasha Indarte talks about her research into the effect of social safety net programs on debt and creditworthiness, and bias in the bankruptcy process. This episode is part of a series on “Financial Literacy." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 episode is part of a series on “Financial Literacy." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Martine Haas talks about the trade-offs women make with remote and hybrid work, and working internationally. This episode is part of a series on “Women & Leadership." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Rebecca Schaumberg shares her research on how gender bias can manifest through descriptors such as "self-reliant," which has a different meaning for men vs. women. This episode is part of a series on “Women & Leadership." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Maurice Schweitzer says he’s optimistic that women will face less workplace discrimination in the future as gender equality improves and norms evolve. This episode is part of a series on “Women & Leadership." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 episode is part of a series on “Women & Leadership." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton's Jonah Berger delves into the psychology of hoarding and how we get attached to possessions we don't use. Why is it so hard to clean out the attic or delete the extra photos on your phone? This episode is part of a series on getting a “Fresh Start" this new year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Michael Parke talks about time management hacks and setting boundaries for yourself in the post-pandemic era, where the traditional workday is being redefined. This episode is part of a series on getting a “Fresh Start" this new year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 episode is part of a series on getting a “Fresh Start" this new year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before you make any New Year’s resolutions, you’ll want to hear this science-based advice from Wharton’s Marissa Sharif. She explains why goal-setting is easier when you build in some cheat days, which she calls "emergency reserves." This episode is part of a series on getting a “Fresh Start" this new year. 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.

The holidays are always about selling as much merchandise as possible, but marketing professor Peter Fader explains why retailers need to focus on consumer behavior analysis and pay attention to customers year-round. This episode is part of a series on “Holiday Retail.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton finance professor Itay Goldstein evaluates the economy and explains why current indicators make it difficult to predict the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Santiago Gallino talks about consumer behavior trends and what it takes for retailers to stand out in an increasingly competitive, omnichannel marketplace. This episode is part of a series on “Holiday Retail.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Barbara Kahn assesses the holiday shopping season, how retailers compete with Amazon, and why opposing indicators make it hard to forecast trends. This episode is part of a series on “Holiday Retail.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Pinar Yildirim deciphers the changing consumer signals in the luxury market and what it means for high-end brands. This episode is part of a series on “Holiday Retail.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Christina Parajon Skinner demystifies the Federal Reserve, one of the most influential and important institutions in the global economy. This episode is part of a series on “The Economy & You.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton finance professor Nikolai Roussanov weighs in on the possibility of a U.S. recession. This episode is part of a series on “The Economy & You.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Kent Smetters talks about the Penn Wharton Budget Model , a nonpartisan, research-based initiative that analyzes the fiscal impact of federal public policy. This episode is part of a series on “The Economy & You.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.