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The Knowledge at Wharton Network Acast feed serves as a curated showcase highlighting the best content from our podcast collection. Each week, we feature one standout episode from each show in the Wharton Podcast Network, giving listeners a comprehensive sample of our diverse business and academic content. This rotating selection allows audiences to discover new shows within our network while experiencing the depth and variety of Wharton's thought leadership across different topics and formats. It's your monthly gateway to explore the full spectrum of insights available through the Wharton Pod...

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Is FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) Driving Up Consumer Debt? 31.07.2017 24:48

Consumer debt is increasing surpassing the levels it reached at the height of the credit bubble. But what consumers are spending money on is very different a new study shows. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Honest Apologies Can Help Leaders Bounce Back 28.07.2017 22:29

When in a mess apologize from your heart -- and quickly -- or else risk losing your reputation warns former Medtronic CEO Arthur D. Collins Jr. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unearthing the Wisdom in Finance 27.07.2017 22:21

Despite a tarnished reputation finance has positive life lessons to offer says a Harvard professor of business and law in a new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What’s Missing in the U.S. Health Care Policy Debate 27.07.2017 23:41

Two experts find an informed debate sorely lacking in the Republican health care policy overhaul. What can help to move things ahead? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Impact Investing Needs to Go Mainstream 26.07.2017 24:51

Durreen Shahnaz founder of Impact Investment Exchange discusses impact investing and the recent $8 million Women’s Livelihood Bond that is meant to help more than 385 000 women in Southeast Asia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

America the Divided: Why the Great Melting Pot Is Having a Meltdown 26.07.2017 22:55

A deep distrust of government and media among some groups has created a chasm in American society. A new book explains why the gap is so wide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Some Insurance Plans Limit Specialized Treatments 25.07.2017 21:12

Many health insurance plans deny life-saving treatments -- such as those from National Cancer Institute-designated sites. But most consumers don’t realize it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Could Trigger a Stock Market Correction? 24.07.2017 23:54

Mark Zandi of Moody’s Analytics considers whether the U.S. stock markets are topping out and why a correction is likely before long. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the U.S. in Danger of Losing Immigrant Entrepreneurs? 21.07.2017 28:22

The freeze and likely elimination of the International Entrepreneur Rule could bring more harm than good in investments and jobs say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sports and Statistics: Correlating Football to Brain Injury 21.07.2017 23:23

New Wharton research examines the long-term impact of playing high school or college football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the U.S. Economy Recapture Its Past Growth? 20.07.2017 54:00

Are the best days for U.S. economic growth long gone? Or do they still lie ahead? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a Rogue Trader Learned From the Financial Crisis 18.07.2017 24:35

In his new book former rogue trader Alexis Stenfors talks about the high stakes of currency trading and what it’s like to hide a $100 million loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Brands Can Engineer Social Media Content 18.07.2017 19:37

New Wharton research takes a closer look at brand posts on Facebook to determine the type and mix of content advertisers should aim for to get results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did Trump and Macron Find Common Ground in Paris? 17.07.2017 22:35

Two Wharton experts take a closer look at President Trump’s recent visit to France. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How You Can Become a Better Negotiator 17.07.2017 25:32

The three keys to becoming a good negotiator are clarity detachment and equilibrium says attorney and negotiating strategist Corey Kupfer in his new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Ireland Pay a Heavy Price for Brexit? 17.07.2017 26:36

The U.K.’s exit from the EU will bring to the surface memories of a violent past and conflicting modern political realities for Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Technology and the Decline of Morality 14.07.2017 29:30

Former Hearst executive Eden Collinsworth explores the fluid lines of morality today in her new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Clock Is Ticking for a Health Care Vote 12.07.2017 26:49

There is little agreement about what needs to be done to fix America’s health care system -- and experts agree that a quick resolution seems like a remote possibility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Desktop Dining Hurting the Restaurant Industry? 12.07.2017 27:41

Americans are eating out for lunch less than at any time in the last 40 years. Is that why restaurants are in a slump? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How a Literature Major Became Chanel’s First Global CEO 11.07.2017 24:12

Former Chanel CEO Maureen Chiquet discusses her new book about her career and what’s ahead for retail in the digital age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Money Managers Miss in Currency Carry Trades 11.07.2017 13:04

Money managers who do both currency and commodities trades could be overloading on risk Wharton research finds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Biggest Mistakes Job Seekers Make Today 10.07.2017 19:51

The best path to a new gig isn’t what it used to be nor what you might think it is -- if you want to land the right position without wasting effort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Old-fashioned Board Games Thrive in the Internet Age 07.07.2017 22:19

Even in the era of amazingly rendered video games the old board games never seem to go out of style. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mapping Critical Knowledge for Digital Transformation 06.07.2017 35:57

When companies digitalize in the context of their strategic knowledge it can uncover powerful growth opportunities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why the Internet Knows Us Better Than We Know Ourselves 06.07.2017 25:19

When the vast amount of information the internet holds is viewed through the right lens what it can reveal about us is remarkable says the author of a new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.