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Wharton faculty and industry leaders discuss their latest research, books, and relevant business topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Nov 25, 2024 • 30min
The Regulatory Challenges of AI in Finance
Professor Itay Goldstein is joined by Tobias Adrian, financial counselor and director of the International Monetary Fund, to explore the regulatory challenges posed by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence in finance. The conversation delves into the emerging risks AI introduces to the financial sector, the steps regulatory bodies are taking to mitigate these risks, and the balance between innovation and stability in global financial markets.This discussion is part of a special series called “Future of Finance.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 2024 • 30min
New Phenomena in Behavioral and Social Investing
Professor Itay Goldstein interviews Bloomberg columnist Matt Levine to examine the GameStop and AMC stock saga and the powerful influence of social media on market events. The discussion highlights the role of behavioral finance in shaping investor actions and how social trends can disrupt financial markets on a global scale.This discussion is part of a special series called “Future of Finance.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 12, 2024 • 20min
Charitable and Political Giving | Pinar Yildirim
Wharton’s Pinar Yildirim untangles the relationship between charitable and political giving, which are both on the rise. This Ripple Effect podcast episode is part of a series on “Charitable Giving.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 2024 • 33min
The Future of Banking
Professor Itay Goldstein is joined by Hyun Song Shin, economic adviser and head of research at the Bank for International Settlements, and Loretta Mester, former President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. Together, they explore the 2023 banking crisis, focusing on the collapse of Credit Suisse, Silicon Valley Bank, and other small to mid-level banks, while analyzing regulatory gaps and future protections for the banking system.This discussion is part of a special series called “Future of Finance.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 15, 2024 • 51min
How to Prepare for Retirement and Live Your Best Life
Wharton’s Stephanie Creary speaks to Teresa Amabile, emeritus professor of business administration at Harvard Business School, and Kathy Kram, emeritus professor of management and organizations at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, about how to prepare for retirement and other insights from their book Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You.This episode is part of the Leading Diversity at Work series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 1, 2024 • 14min
Elections and National Debt | Joao Gomes
In this year’s presidential election, both political parties are unwilling to tackle the burgeoning national debt. Wharton’s Joao Gomes warns that inaction is putting the country on a perilous economic path. This Ripple Effect podcast episode is part of the “Business of Elections" series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 24, 2024 • 30min
AI and Innovation
From crowdsourcing to search engines, emerging AI technologies are pivotal in fostering innovation and advancing progress across various sectors. In this “AI Horizons” podcast episode, Kartik Hosanagar — Wharton professor of operations, information and decisions, and co-director of AI at Wharton — joins leading academics as they discuss how artificial intelligence is set to shape future developments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 2024 • 24min
AI and the Workforce
When implemented effectively, generative artificial intelligence can enhance innovation among employees, relieve them from repetitive tasks, and bolster their communication skills. AI enables employees to maximize their potential in the workplace.In this “AI Horizons” podcast episode, scholars from the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business, Temple University’s Fox School of Business, and Sichuan University’s Business School discuss what their research reveals about AI in the workplace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 2024 • 13min
Why Influencers Should Pay Attention to Word Choice
The right word choice can help social media influencers increase engagement, according to research from Wharton marketing professor Jonah Berger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 10, 2024 • 20min
AI and Machine Creativity
In this “AI Horizons” podcast episode, Wharton marketing professor Robert Meyer joins Dokyun Lee, an information systems professor at Boston University; Yannick Exner, a doctoral researcher in digital marketing at the Technical University of Munich; and Ankit Sisodia, a Purdue University marketing professor who specializes in the use of machine learning and AI for business applications, to offer glimpses into the profound ways in which AI is changing everything and to share their excitement for Apple Vision Pro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.