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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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Sep 19, 2019 • 25min
Why Being a Celebrity Is Big Business
In her new book Columbia University professor Sharon Marcus traces the history of celebrity culture and shows how the biggest stars stay relevant by learning how to manipulate the media of their day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 2019 • 19min
The Dangers of Vaping: Making the Case for Tighter Regulation
New research from Penn Medicine shows that just one instance of non-nicotine vaping stresses blood vessels highlighting the need for more regulation of the sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 2019 • 26min
Are Negative Interest Rates on the Way in the U.S.?
The U.S. could be headed for negative interest rate territory. Experts from Wharton and Michigan State University discuss the implications for the U.S. economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 2019 • 13min
How Data Analytics Can Drive Innovation
New Wharton research examines whether decentralized or centralized organizations are better at using data analytics to innovate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 2019 • 26min
Curbing Climate Change: 30 Solutions That Could Make an Impact
A new report by experts at the University of Pennsylvania offers solution-oriented proposals for tackling climate change at the federal state and local levels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 2019 • 28min
Responding to Natural Disasters: Is There a Better Way?
What can governments and non-governmental organizations do to better prepare for and aid countries in the recovery from devastating storms? The heads of two NGOs weigh in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12, 2019 • 26min
What Will It Take to Rescue Argentina’s Economy?
If he wins in October presidential hopeful Alberto Fernandez is best positioned to introduce long-term economic reforms in Argentina say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 11, 2019 • 23min
Why Most Leadership Skills Are Learned
Former Aetna CEO Ron Williams draws on his years of management experience to offer leadership advice in his new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 11, 2019 • 22min
Is Your Company Socially Responsible?
Corporate social responsibility is taking center stage as consumers care more about which firms they patronize. Experts Toby Usnik and Daniel Korschun explain why companies not on board will be left behind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 10, 2019 • 28min
Amazon’s Shipping Challenges: Will Out-of-the-box Solutions Work?
Torn between unsustainable delivery costs and its strategy of wooing customers with low prices Amazon will need to rethink its business model to ensure continued growth say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.