Knowledge at Wharton
Knowledge at Wharton
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 Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 23, 2020 • 10min
Earth Day 2020: COVID-19 Reminds Us Why Science Matters
Fifty years ago the first Earth Day was inspired by a scientist. The pandemic teaches us to seek refuge in science again writes Wharton’s Eric W. Orts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 14, 2020 • 19min
When Cash Is Tight Should You Borrow from Retirement Savings?
Explore all options before tapping your retirement account -- even in the midst of an economic downturn like the one we are facing Wharton experts advise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 9, 2020 • 13min
What Contributes Most to Consumer Financial Distress?
New research coauthored by Wharton’s Benjamin Keys looks at the roles geographic location and individual characteristics play in the financial struggles of consumers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 7, 2020 • 12min
When Will the Jobs Return?
Industries such as leisure and hospitality might bounce back sooner than others but lower demand suggests more layoffs could be on the way say experts at Wharton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 7, 2020 • 17min
What the COVID-19 Curve Can Teach Us about Climate Change
Much like flattening the curve on COVID-19 the world must act now to lessen the cumulative effects of climate change says Wharton’s Howard Kunreuther. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 6, 2020 • 11min
Are U.S. Banks Strong Enough to Weather the Downturn?
As banks process relief loans regulatory latitude and bad debts could prove to be their undoing warns Wharton’s David Zaring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 2, 2020 • 20min
How the Pandemic Could Affect Income Inequality
Wharton’s Benjamin Lockwood offers insight about how the $2.2 trillion federal stimulus package could change the economy when the United States emerges from the coronavirus pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 31, 2020 • 11min
Will the $2.2 Trillion Coronavirus Aid Package Be Enough?
Economic recovery in the U.S. will be slow and require continued relief beyond the current measures according to experts at Wharton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 27, 2020 • 9min
Triage in a Pandemic: Can AI Help Ration Access to Care?
As demand soars during the COVID-19 pandemic shortages of ventilators and ICU beds are forcing doctors to make tough choices about who should get priority in access to care. Can artificial intelligence help guide the process? Gregory P. Shea Krzysztof “Kris” Laudanski and Cassie A. Solomon discuss this complex question. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 23, 2020 • 14min
How Far Could the Fed Go in Responding to COVID-19?
The Federal Reserve has shown agility and speed in its attempts to protect the U.S. economy in the wake of the pandemic but it would do well to steer clear of a policy-making role say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
