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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.
Episodes
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Aug 16, 2016 • 24min
‘How Patients Think’: Filling in Big Data’s Gaps
A new book by Andrea LaFountain CEO of Mind Field Solutions looks at the science of patient behavior to provide better health outcomes and cut health care costs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 16, 2016 • 25min
Is China’s Latest Economic Data a Sign of Deeper Disconnects?
Last Friday China reported a slowing economy in July raising new questions about the country’s policy directions and pace of growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 12, 2016 • 28min
Can Jet.com Fuel Wal-Mart’s Online Growth?
Opinions are sharply divided over the wisdom of Wal-Mart’s move to buy Jet.com in an effort to expand the retail giant’s online footprint. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 12, 2016 • 26min
Should a Business Reflect the Values of Its Owner?
The recent case of a Maine restauranteur who said customers who owned a particular semiautomatic rifle would not be welcome at her restaurants raises questions about how much an owner’s values can and should be reflected in his or her business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 11, 2016 • 19min
‘The 10% Entrepreneur’: Going Part-time with Your Startup
A new book by Patrick McGinnis venture capitalist and founder of Dirigo Advisors argues that all you need is 10% of your spare time to become an entrepreneur. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 11, 2016 • 24min
The Man Behind the Brand: Gucci’s Evolution into an Icon
A new book by the granddaughter of the founder of Gucci tells the story of her father the man who she says made it what it is today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 9, 2016 • 28min
The Zika Outbreak in Florida: What’s the Risk?
The CDC’s travel warning over the Zika virus in a Miami suburb raises fears over its spread. What’s the potential impact? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 5, 2016 • 24min
A New Approach to Parkinson’s Disease: How Robotics Can Help
A startup is creating wearable devices that can improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson’s disease. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 4, 2016 • 23min
‘Sprint’: A 5-Day Plan for Solving Tough Problems
’Sprint ’ a new book by three partners at Google Ventures offers a 5-day plan for identifying the best solution to a problem developing a prototype and testing a new idea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 4, 2016 • 25min
‘Partisan Warfare’: How Republicans Took Control of Congress
According to a new book the Republican party gained control of Congress in 2010 using carefully constructed strategies that changed the boundaries of several key voting districts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
