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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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Oct 23, 2015 • 5min
The Hidden Costs of Volkswagen’s Deception
Wharton management professor John Paul MacDuffie recently appeared on the Knowledge at Wharton radio show to discuss the fallout from the Volkswagen emissions scandal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 22, 2015 • 45min
Reinventing Rwanda: A Conversation with President Paul Kagame
President Paul Kagame discusses Rwanda’s difficult and complex transformation since the 1994 genocide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 22, 2015 • 20min
Rebuilding Rwanda’s Shattered Economy From the Ground Up
Francis Gatare CEO of the Rwanda Development Board discusses the continuing collaborative effort to rebuild Rwanda and grow its economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 22, 2015 • 22min
Sen. Claire McCaskill: Why Women Should Embrace Their Ambition
In a new book Plenty Ladylike: A Memoir Sen. Claire McCaskill shares the story of her life in politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 20, 2015 • 26min
Can the Bank of England’s New ‘Ring-fencing’ Rules Work?
Last week’s moves by the Bank of England to split up the retail and investment arms of large banks come at a time of increasing regulatory scrutiny in other developed markets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 19, 2015 • 21min
How Shamsheer Vayalil Built VPS Healthcare into a Billion-dollar Firm
Shamsheer Vayalil founder of the VPS Healthcare group in Abu Dhabi credits his success to a focus on quality not revenues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 16, 2015 • 26min
The Little Tractor Company That Could Lead the Way into Cuba
Despite the thaw in bilateral relations no U.S. business has yet leaped all the hurdles and been allowed to set up shop in Cuba. Two long-time friends hope their tractor firm will be the first. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 16, 2015 • 30min
Private Equity: The Outlook for Africa and Emerging Markets Part I
Despite economic turmoil private equity opportunities in Africa are rising. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 9, 2015 • 6min
Why ‘Abenomics’ Keeps Missing the Mark
Don’t expect many market consequences from Standard & Poor’s cut in Japan’s credit rating. But it is a sign that “Abenomics” is not fulfilling its promise says Wharton finance professor Franklin Allen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 5, 2015 • 25min
What Shell’s Arctic Exit Means for Future Energy Exploration
Low oil prices discouraging finds pressure from environmentalists and high regulatory costs forced Shell’s decision last week to quit drilling in the Alaskan Arctic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
