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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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May 10, 2017 • 23min
A ‘History-friendly’ Way to Look at Tech Innovation
Four economists offer a new way of looking at technological innovation: by expanding beyond theory and accounting for an industry’s historical context. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 10, 2017 • 25min
How Our Reignited Love Affair with Cities Created an Urban Crisis
Americans are flocking to major cities leading to an urban revival. But the shift also brings challenges according to a new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 9, 2017 • 22min
Perils in Puerto Rico: Is Bankruptcy the Answer?
In the face of multiple odds a carefully drafted fiscal plan promises redemption to debt-battered Puerto Rico. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 9, 2017 • 24min
How Renault’s Carlos Ghosn Is Prepping for the Rise of Auto AI
Carlos Ghosn chairman and CEO of France-based Renault discusses the state of the global automobile market including the rise of autonomous cars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 9, 2017 • 24min
What Science Says About Achieving Peak Performance
Advances in cognitive neuroscience provide insights into how the brain works like never before. A new book combines science with management techniques to offer strategies for peak performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 8, 2017 • 25min
How the Outcome of the French Election Will Impact Europe
Emmanuel Macron’s victory in the French presidential election puts to rest for now the threat of France’s exit from the European Union. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 5, 2017 • 12min
How a Simple Nudge Spurred More People to Say ’Yes’ to Teach for America
Recent Wharton research examines how ”social information” can affect the outcome of high-stakes decisions such as choosing that first job. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 4, 2017 • 35min
To Hell and Back: Lessons from a Successful Subprime Survivor
Former Radian CEO S.A. Ibrahim believes that leadership in a crisis begins by assuming you will succeed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 4, 2017 • 24min
The Dangers of American Complacency
Economist and author Tyler Cowen says that Americans are more complacent than ever -- and that’s not a good thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 3, 2017 • 21min
An Olympian Shares the Five Steps to Developing Resilience
Olympian Bonnie St. John shares the five steps that help to develop resilience from her new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
