Broad Matters

Sriram Narayanan studies how operations and public policy intersect. His latest research looks at hospitals across the country and asks an interesting questions: when states change medical malpractice laws, what happens to hospital costs, staffing and patient experience? Download the "The Cost of Care" Episode Transcript Follow Sriram on  LinkedIn  and learn about more of his work on Google Schola...

Food insecurity in the work place may not seem like something that affects workers in the U.S., but recent research from Francisco Moreno provides strong evidence that it does. Where Francisco brings the data,  Jessica Gray brings lived experience that confirms that it is something happening right now in our communities. Her experience now benefits the Broad College through the Broad Care Center,...

Dorothy Carter leads groundbreaking research that's helping NASA prepare for humanity's Mission to Mars. At the core of her research is the concept of multi-team systems, such as astronaut crews and Earth-based mission control teams. She and her collaborators look at how success depends not just on one team's performance, but on how multiple teams coordinate and communicate to achieve complex goal...

Delving into hours-of-service regulation in the trucking industry, The Broad Matters podcast talks with  Martin Holzhacker about a paper he coauthored with the Department of Supply Chain Management at the Broad College. Their research uncovers both the benefits and also the unintended consequences of regulation on independent workers.  Follow Martin and his research on LinkedIn and Google Scholar...

Can automation, such as machine learning & AI, make financial reporting better? The Broad Matters podcast invites Musaib Ashraf to discuss his recent article investigating how public companies are weaving AI into their accounting systems. Along the way, he offers practical guidance for C-suite leaders eager to strengthen their own systems and stay ahead of the curve. Follow Musaib and his research...

The Broad College of Business is transforming the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) space in college athletics through Business Teams, a collaboration between Multicultural Business Programs and MSU Athletics that brings together teams of business students to support and coach student-athletes on navigating the NIL landscape. Ed Tillett and Elliott Daniels join Broad Matters to share how Business Te...

Valerii Kucherenko , Director of Railway Education at the Center for Railway Research and Education (CRRE), joins the Broad Matters podcast to provide an overview of the program. Val provides insight into how the center continues to be a knowledge leader and educator for both the freight and passenger rail industries. Learn more about the Center for Railway Research and Education by going to raile...

Broad Matters welcomes  Jim Anhut , director for the real estate minor in The School of Hospitality Business. Jim reflects on crises like the Los Angeles wildfires and the role that hotels play during natural disasters. He also discusses how The School of Hospitality Business is adapting sustainability, AI and ethics to their teachings in the classroom. Follow Jim Anhut on  LinkedIn  to stay up to...

Why are organizations asking to bring their employees back into the office? The Broad Matters podcast invites Frederick Morgeson , Eli Broad Professor of Management, to provide insight into this recent shift back to work. As the five-year experiment of hybrid and virtual work sees a possible end for many companies, Dr. Morgeson discusses the long-term impact to work culture for both organizations...

Broad Matters welcomes to the podcast David Souder , the Eli and Edythe L. Broad Dean of the Broad College of Business. David talks with Quinetta and Ken about his background, research and passions. David's thought leadership has helped shape strategy for businesses when developing short-term versus long-term management decisions. Also, as he wraps up his first six months as dean, David shares his...

Should AI be regulated? Broad Matters welcomes Anjana Susarla , Omura-Saxena Professor in Responsible AI in the Broad College's Department of Accounting and Information Systems, to discuss how artificial intelligence intersects with technology and art. As the technology is used more and more in our everyday lives, Anjana highlights how the United States and other countries are addressing the ethic...

With supermarket inflation affecting what we buy at grocery stores, how can you create affordable, exciting meals on a budget? Quinetta Roberson welcomes Adam Roy , Dr. Lewis J. & Mrs. Ruth E. Minor Chef And Professor Of Culinary Management in The  School of Hospitality Business at the Broad College, to the Broad Matters podcast. As an executive chef and frugal supermarket shopper, Adam provides t...

Broad Matters welcomes Assistant Professor in the Department of Management at the Broad College of Business, Christy Zhou Koval , to talk about her research focusing on diversity and inclusion in the workplace, stereotyping and bias, and intergroup relations. Christy is informing policymakers through her studies ranging from exposing racial and gender discrimination to understanding the effects of...

Guanglong Pang , Assistant Director of Education Abroad and Global Engagement at the Broad College of Business, highlights the many ways that the college is expanding the global mindset of Broad Spartans. While pushing the frontier of globally themed opportunities available for students, he also teaches students the greater impact these experiences will have on their life and career. To learn more...

Broad Matters discusses five myths about supply chain with Jason Miller , Eli Broad Endowed Professor in Supply Chain Management and Interim Chairperson of the Department of Supply Chain Management. As supply chain has become a household term post-pandemic, Jason discusses tarrifs, artificial intelligence and if your gifts will make it on time for the holiday season. Follow Jason Miller on LinkedI...

The first episode of Broad Matters' seventh season kicks off by welcoming both a new co-host and also Beth Hammond , the Managing Director of the Center for Ethical and Socially Responsible Leadership at the Broad College. Since the center's launch in March of 2022, Beth has been leading the charge to ensure that Broad students become ethical business leaders. Season 7 Episode 1 - Applying An Ethi...

The Broad Matters podcast talks with two Broad College staff members helping to involve diverse perspectives, promote inclusion and ensure equity across the college. Ken sits down with William Horton-Anderson , assistant director of the college's Full-Time MBA Program, and Scot Wright , DEI Program Manager for the Broad College, to discuss their unique roles that are making an impact for students,...

Quinetta Roberson , John A. Hannah Professor of Organizational Behavior in the Broad College's Department of Managment, returns to the Broad Matters podcast to discuss her research leadership within Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Looking at media reactions and new technology, Quinetta's work delves into the many ways that companies and business leaders can strengthen their approach to DEI. Follo...

Through truly memorable experiences, products and services, brands can create long-term relationships with their customers. Hang Nguyen , Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing at the Broad College of Business, joins Broad Matters to explain her research exploring the concept of brand love. Through brand love, customers can fall head over heels for a brand and form lasting, emotional b...

Starting off the new year, Broad Matters discusses the Financial Planning and Wealth Management programs at the Broad College of Business. Fredrick S. Addy Professor of Practice in the Department of Finance, Steve Schiestel , gives an overview of both the minor and master's programs teaching the financial advisors of the future.  Visit the Financial Planning and Wealth Management minor , Master's...

Research at the Broad College is bringing excellence to the entrepreneurial mindset at Michigan State University. The Broad Matters podcast welcomes the new faculty director for the Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Laurel Ofstein . Through her research focusing on social entrepreneurship and women entrepreneurs, Laurel is informing the future of entrepreneurship and enhancing...

The Broad Matters podcast returns for our sixth season to talk about supply chain cybersecurity. Steven A. Melnyk , professor in the department of supply chain management in the Broad College of Business, talks with Ken and Amy about his recent research pointing at cybersecurity as a major challenge for supply chains. While digital transformation creates many benefits for companies and customers,...

Eli Broad Professor of Management, Frederick Morgeson , joins the podcast to talk about his research in the health care industry. His work is making a significant impact within an industry experiencing more than 100% turnover within some positions. After spending 15 years studying health care recruiting and hiring, his research is helping administrators hire and retain the best employees in order...

Director of The School of Hospitality Business and John And Becky Duffey Professor Of Hospitality Business, Karthik Namasivayam , joins the Broad Matters podcast to review the changes in hospitality business we've seen since the start of the pandemic. As the industry has grown and changed to meet customer's needs, Karthik's research provides an outlook for the next evolution of hospitality busines...

Director of Multicultural Business Programs, Ed Tillett , talks with Ken and Amy about the new approaches the program is taking to develop and support the future of business leaders in the Broad College.  Follow MBP's Wednesday Wisdoms and keep up to date on their outreach efforts by following them on Instagram @mbp_msu and check out their website for new projects coming through Multicultural Busi...