Business and Society with Michigan Ross

On this episode of the Business and Society podcast, faculty from the Ross School of Business and Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan discuss the state of banking from an economic, policy, and consumer perspective. They explore mergers, rising inflation, consumer trust in banks, the 2023 bank failures, and more.  To learn more about the hosts, participants, resources, and r...

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In this episode, professors from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan tackle the question, “What’s wrong with taxes?” They discuss a brief history of taxes in the U.S., why income taxes are so complicated, ideas for reform, and more. Then, Professor Scott Rick talks about his research into the ways that spouses shape each other’s spending habits. Contents of this episode: Taxe...

In this episode, professors from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan tackle the question, “Is a crackdown coming on corporate crime?” They discuss how widespread corporate crime is, what the Department of Justice is doing to prosecute offenders, and the effectiveness of various remedies. Then, Professor Sue Ashford discusses her recent research into the value of self-reflecti...

In this episode, professors from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan tackle the question, “How can we thrive at work in the new year?” They discuss what we mean by thriving at work, trends and changes facing the workplace in 2023, actionable tips for managers and individuals to encourage thriving, and potential pitfalls that can get in the way of thriving. Then, Professor Jus...

In this episode, professors from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan tackle the question, “How can business shape the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion?” They discuss why business should concern itself with big social change, areas ripe for improvement, and roadblocks that get in the way of true progress. Then, Professor Samantha Keppler describes her eye-opening res...

In this episode, professors from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan tackle the question, “In the war on business regulation, who are the casualties?” They discuss the effects of a recent Supreme Court decision limiting the EPA’s ability to regulate emissions, including what it means for the fight against climate change, as well as for regulations on the financial industry. T...

In this election-themed episode, professors from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan tackle the question, “Is social media bad for democracy?” They discuss why social media is such an important influence, the spread of misinformation, and how the industry could be improved. Then, Professor Julia Lee Cunningham explains her new research into why some people are reluctant to ta...

Welcome to Business and Society with Michigan Ross . In this podcast, professors from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan share their insights about the ways that the business world interacts with our broader society. Each episode features a small panel discussion addressing a current issue or problem facing our world, followed by a one-on-one interview with another professor...

Coming soon from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, in the Business and Society podcast, professors from Michigan Ross share their insights and opinions about the various ways that the business world interacts with our broader society, for better and, sometimes, for worse.  Each episode features a small panel discussion addressing a current issue or problem facing our world...