Ripple Effect

Wharton’s Peter Cappelli talks about his new book, In Praise of the Office: The Limits of Hybrid and Remote Work , that examines the problems with hybrid work. This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Corinne Low talks about her new book, Having It All: What Data Tells Us About Women’s Lives and Getting the Most Out of Yours . This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grocery is one of the toughest segments of retail to turn a profit. Wharton’s Marshall Fisher and Santiago Gallino talk about the headwinds faced by both small and large grocers. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some products, movies, and songs are so bad, yet consumers can’t seem to get enough of them. Wharton’s Patti Williams explains why. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton marketing professor Z. John Zhang explains how luxury brands may actually benefit from the existence of counterfeits. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are loyalty programs worth it for retailers? Yes, says Wharton’s Peter Fader, but only if they are designed for customer lifetime value. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton's Barbara Kahn, author of  The Shopping Revolution: How Retailers Succeed in an Era of Endless Disruption , explains the latest trends in retail, how AI fits into the customer experience, and what's to come for brick-and-mortar. This episode is part of the “Future of Retail” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What determines whether a cryptocurrency succeeds or fades into obscurity? In this episode, Wharton professor Itay Goldstein speaks with Shimon Kogan, adjunct associate professor of finance at Wharton and longtime instructor of Wharton’s fintech course, to explore the economic and behavioral forces behind token success. From network effects and user adoption to coordination challenges and the phen...

Stablecoins and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are at the center of a global shift in how money moves. In this episode, professor Itay Goldstein speaks with Heath Tarbert, president of Circle and former CFTC chair, about the role of stablecoins in modern finance, how they compare to CBDCs, and the regulatory frameworks needed to support their growth. This discussion is part of a special s...

As cryptocurrency moves further into the mainstream, regulators are stepping up efforts to define its legal and financial framework. But how far will regulation go, and what will it mean for investors, businesses, and the future of digital assets? In this episode, professor Itay Goldstein is joined by Wharton professor Jessica Wachter, recently the chief economist at the SEC, and former CFTC chair...

Cryptocurrency has evolved from a niche experiment to a global financial force. But how did we get here? In this episode, professor Itay Goldstein is joined by Duke professor Campbell Harvey and Neha Narula, director of the MIT Media Lab’s Digital Currency Initiative, to explore the milestones that led to crypto’s rise, the forces that shaped its growth, and what the crypto landscape will evolve i...

A promising collaboration between two competing firms can turn into disaster if expectations aren’t crystal clear from the start, says Wharton’s Henning Piezunka. This episode is part of the “Research Spotlight” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Marissa Sharif explains why streak rewards, like the kinds used by Duolingo and other apps, can be used to incentivize workers to meet goals. This episode is part of the “Research Spotlight” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Generative AI promises productivity and cost-cutting gains, but it also has the potential to increase employee well-being. That’s why Wharton’s Stefano Puntoni wants companies to put their workers at the center of the AI conversation. This episode is part of the “Research Spotlight” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Katherine Klein and Tyler Wry talk about their new book, An Introduction to Early-stage Impact Investing . This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Barbara Kahn and Elizabeth (Zab) Johnson talk about their book, Visual Marketing: A Practical Guide to the Science of Branding and Retailing . This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Peter Conti-Brown talks about his new book that traces the history of bank supervision in the U.S. This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In her new book, Wharton’s Lori Rosenkopf profiles different entrepreneurs to show there’s more than one path to founding a business. This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In her new book, Wharton senior lecturer Annie Wilson looks at how big brands struggle with customer segmentation and what they can do about it. This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton management professors Harbir Singh and Mike Useem discuss their book Resolute Japan: The Leaders Forging a Corporate Resurgence , which explores how a new model of leadership has transformed Japan's top companies. This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Wharton’s Stew Friedman started researching work-life balance in the late 1980s, he was told it was a “women’s issue that nobody cares about.” Four decades later, the topic is top of mind for employers and employees alike. This episode is part of a series on “Wellness at Work.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Practicing mindfulness at work can bring benefits to employees and the larger organization, according to research. Wharton’s Lindsey Cameron explains. This episode is part of a series on “Wellness at Work.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton’s Iwan Barankay sifts through conflicting research about whether workplace wellness programs improve health outcomes for employees. This episode is part of a series on “Wellness at Work.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton Deputy Dean Nancy Rothbard talks about how social media has changed office culture by giving colleagues a way to connect with each other outside of work. This episode is part of a series on “Wellness at Work.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Retirement doesn’t have to mean the loss of identity or productivity. Wharton emeritus professor Stewart Friedman shares what he’s learned about leaving full-time work. This episode is part of a series on “Navigating Retirement.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.