Morning Meeting Episode 240: Taylor Swift and Harvard Business School—Secrets to Her Success
Apr 19, 2025
Guest Barbara Schroeder, a screenwriter and director, shares the harrowing story of Breonna Kupfer's tragic murder and its profound effect on the community. Columnist Jennifer Gould discusses the alarming trend of Ivy League professors relocating to Canada amid fears for their freedoms. Meanwhile, Kevin Evers, a senior editor at Harvard Business Review, dives into Taylor Swift's strategic brilliance, revealing insights into her transformative career tactics and what everyone can learn from her rise to multi-millionaire status.
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Ivy League Academics Flee to Canada
- Elite Ivy League academics fearing the erosion of freedoms are relocating from the U.S. to Canada.
- This shift is enhancing the academic prominence of institutions like the University of Toronto.
Academic Freedom Sparks Migration
- Canadian universities celebrate diverse viewpoints and interdisciplinary study, contrasting with some U.S. university trends.
- Maintaining academic freedom is critical to preventing increased hatred and anti-Semitism.
Captured Murder on Tape
- Brianna Kupfer was working alone when Sean LaValle Smith entered the store and interacted oddly with her.
- He pulled out a tape recorder and captured audio of her murder, providing critical evidence.
