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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Sep 6, 2019 • 29min
The Climate Change Debate: Will New Proposals Provide Any Solutions?
Wharton experts discuss climate change proposals from the 2020 presidential candidates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 5, 2019 • 17min
Can the ‘Supercharged’ Consumer Save Retail?
Digital retailers can reap significant financial benefits from opening physical stores according to new research from Wharton and Harvard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 3, 2019 • 24min
Why the We Company Looks Like the Me Company
Any analysis of WeWork’s potential IPO should begin by examining the management and governance structure and how that may impact the company writes Wharton’s David Erickson in this opinion piece. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 3, 2019 • 22min
Can Cybercriminals Be Stopped?
A new book by journalist and cybersecurity expert Kate Fazzini reveals the true nature of cybercriminals beyond the headlines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 30, 2019 • 28min
Can Artificial Intelligence Help Answer HR’s Toughest Questions?
New research from Wharton’s Peter Cappelli and Prasanna Tambe points out the promise and pitfalls of using artificial intelligence in human resources where algorithms can’t easily replace human decision-making. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 29, 2019 • 25min
What Entrepreneurs Need to Know About VCs
In his best-selling book Scott Kupor former entrepreneur and now managing partner at VC firm Andreessen Horowitz offers advice on how founders can understand and engage with VCs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 28, 2019 • 48min
Growth Leaders vs. Laggards: What Makes the Difference?
Companies that are growth drivers are able to attract nurture and retain so-called innovation talent which they support through a work-systems model say Wharton’s George Day and Gregory Shea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 27, 2019 • 24min
Data as Currency: What Value Are You Getting?
In the data-as-currency world generators of data get practically nothing says MX Technologies’ Jane Barratt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 27, 2019 • 26min
Bye Bye Barneys? Why Luxury Is the Latest Retail Casualty
Rising commercial rents and the demise of the department store model pose an existential threat to Barneys and other icons of high-end retail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 23, 2019 • 29min
How Can Hospitals Best Manage the Uneven Flow of Patients?
Wharton’s Hummy Song examines the common hospital practice of capacity pooling and whether it’s the best way to manage the mismatch between the number of patients and available beds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
