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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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Mar 5, 2015 • 34min
How Companies Are Managing the Millennial Generation
Firms have employed wide-reaching programs to help their millennial workforce learn and grow which in turn helps with retention and recruitment says Goldman Sachs chief learning officer Jason Wingard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 4, 2015 • 34min
Taylor Swift Trademarks and Music’s New Branding Model
Taylor Swift’s bid to trademark phrases from her songs highlights a shift in the music industry’s business and branding models intellectual property experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 3, 2015 • 5min
Why ’Citizens Are Winners’ of the FCC’s Net Neutrality Ruling
In this Knowledge in 5 podcast former FCC chairman Reed Hundt discusses the implications of the agency’s recent ruling on net neutrality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 27, 2015 • 33min
Will Walmart’s Wage Increase Pay Off?
Walmart’s modest wage increase may be a smart way to keep the company’s options open regarding future raises but it may not sufficiently inspire workers according to Wharton’s Adam Cobb. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 27, 2015 • 15min
The FCC’s Net Neutrality Ruling: Net Gains Net Losses
An “open Internet ” free of entry bans throttling or paid prioritization won the day in a big FCC ruling. Wharton professor Kevin Werbach explains the business implications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 26, 2015 • 24min
When Using Social Media Beware the Invisible Audience
Social media has augmented our ability to communicate but it has also made it easier to misunderstand and misread our audience — or to be misunderstood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 24, 2015 • 15min
Poor Sports: Is There a New Low in Owners’ and Players’ Behavior?
Claims of racism domestic abuse bullying ethical breaches: What’s behind the recent rash of poor behavior in professional sports? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 18, 2015 • 22min
Who Will Be the Winners and Losers in the Eurozone Stalemate?
The eurozone may have more to lose than Greece should a “Grexit” take place says Wharton finance professor Franklin Allen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 18, 2015 • 27min
The HSBC Scandal: A Red Flag for U.S. Regulators?
As British banking giant HSBC battles a scandal over helping tax evaders and criminals the U.S. financial system must heed warning signals say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 17, 2015 • 25min
Exploring the Next Iteration of Social Entrepreneurship
Diana Ayton-Shenker founder and CEO of Global Momenta and the first Social Innovator in Residence at Wharton has made it her mission to help organizations optimize their impact through social entrepreneurship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
