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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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Can Trump Sidestep His Conflicts of Interest? 16.12.2016 27:45

Both domestically and internationally Donald Trump’s looming interlocking business and presidential interests are more substantial than any other U.S. president in history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Insuring Against Disaster: How to Build Better Policies 15.12.2016 25:01

A recent Wharton report examines what can be done to improve coverage and minimize risks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Two Psychologists Re-invented How We View the Mind 14.12.2016 26:13

In ’Moneyball’ author Michael Lewis showed how data analytics up-ended professional baseball. His new book reveals where the concepts originated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How a Pixar CFO Learned to Love the Creative Process 13.12.2016 25:56

Pixar went from a scrappy startup to a proven leader in the entertainment industry. In a new book former CFO Lawrence Levy recounts building the company and taking it public. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CEO Pay: Can a Tax Address Income Inequality? 13.12.2016 32:30

The move by Portland Ore. to tax companies for “outrageous CEO pay” comes with the best of intentions but could become counterproductive say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trump’s Mixed Signals on China: Is There a Strategy? 09.12.2016 29:57

President-elect Donald Trump recently has given conflicting signals on how he will deal with China on trade security and diplomacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How the Pursuit of Happiness Has Made Us Nervous Wrecks 08.12.2016 26:09

What’s making Americans so anxious? Author Ruth Whippman says it’s the notion that happiness must be pursued above all else. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stick Figures vs. Spreadsheets: Why You Should Doodle at Work 08.12.2016 24:15

In a recent book management consultant Dan Roam explains why doodles and drawings are the among the best ways to convey information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Customers Browse Store Shelves Perception Is Reality 07.12.2016 7:13

New research from Wharton’s Barbara Kahn finds that the way products are displayed affects a shopper’s perception of choice – and in turn can impact what and how much they buy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Italy’s Referendum Means for Europe 06.12.2016 25:42

In the wake of rising right-wing populism in Europe Italians voted against big government and reforms. The fallout could ripple across the continent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why the Coming Jobs Crisis Is Bigger Than You Think 06.12.2016 24:27

Half of all jobs could be lost in the next 25 years due to technology and globalization according to WorkingNation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Wells Fargo Repair Its Image Through Arbitration? 02.12.2016 27:02

In response to a class-action lawsuit resulting from its fraudulent accounts scandal Wells Fargo has petitioned a Federal District Court to force the bank’s customers into arbitration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Would Dismantling Dodd-Frank Mean for Banks and Consumers? 02.12.2016 21:00

As the Trump Administration prepares to alter regulation of the financial sector some big threats loom experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Final Frontier: How Entrepreneurs Cracked the Aerospace Industry 01.12.2016 22:23

Space exploration is a complex highly technical and increasingly expensive endeavor. What’s enabling more private firms to jump into the fray? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Physicians Can Enrich the Doctor-patient Relationship 01.12.2016 19:15

Physicians are learning to create deeper relationships with patients to improve health outcomes says Cleveland Clinic neurologist Adrienne Boissy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Digital Leader: Self-transformation for Long-term Success 30.11.2016 23:29

The key to successful digital transformation of companies in the long run is the self-transformation of the business leader. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Clean Power Plan Rules Could Ultimately Cut Electricity Costs 29.11.2016 15:00

Implementing the EPA’s Clean Power Plan initially means higher costs but ultimately it lowers wholesale electricity prices according to new Wharton research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Trump’s Election Was a Financial Boon for Some Nonprofits 28.11.2016 25:56

Anxious Americans are voting with their checkbooks as they fear the effect that the incoming Trump administration will have on their favorite causes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ’Entrepreneur Gap’ Facing Women and Minorities 28.11.2016 22:20

Why do some groups struggle more at becoming small business owners? In most cases it’s a lack of mentoring not money. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is It Time To Rethink the Traditional Fixed-rate Mortgage? 25.11.2016 8:44

Recent Wharton research looks at how lower interest rates impacted homeowners -- with some surprising results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has Black Friday Lost Its Magic? 24.11.2016 22:55

The holiday season has become synonymous with major sales -- but retailers could be taking a savvier approach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fake News Hate Speech and Social Media Abuse: What’s the Solution? 21.11.2016 27:02

Google Facebook and Twitter have vowed to fight fake news hate speech and abuse amid a backlash over how such content may have influenced the U.S. presidential election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Middle America Voted for Trump 17.11.2016 18:36

Middle America came out for Donald Trump. Why? They played by the rules and yet were left behind economically. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the U.S. and China Avoid a Trade War? 16.11.2016 28:55

Despite Donald Trump’s campaign rhetoric the U.S. must avoid positions that could trigger trade wars with China or upset the military balance in Asia say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Trump’s Rhetoric Hit a Wall? 15.11.2016 15:42

President-elect Trump’s bark will likely prove worse than his bite says a Penn ethicist who expects reality to taper his more extreme positions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.