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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 6, 2019 • 15min
How Modern Monarchies Are Evolving
With the arrival of a new royal baby in the U.K. it’s a good time to look at the changing state of the modern monarchy says Wharton’s Mauro Guillen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 6, 2019 • 20min
Escaping the Rat Race: Why We Are Always Running Out of Time
Trying to balance the competing demands of work family finances technology and self-care has left Americans perpetually pressed for time -- is there any way to get off the treadmill? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 6, 2019 • 22min
Gig Economy Protections: Did the EU Get It Right?
Protections for non-permanent workers laid out by the European Parliament are a move in the right direction -- but countries outside the EU will observe carefully before adopting them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 3, 2019 • 15min
What Slows Urban Mobility in India -- and How to Fix It
Like many countries India’s largest cities are congested. But congestion pricing won’t work because mobility is affected by other factors besides vehicle traffic according to Wharton research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 2, 2019 • 23min
Can Annuities Help Grow Your Retirement Nest Egg?
New research from Wharton professor Olivia Mitchell looks at how annuities can help secure enough retirement income when the products are included in pension plan menus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 2, 2019 • 23min
Becoming the Best: Excellent Customer Service Always Wins
If you build a customer-centric business the money will come. That’s the message in a new book by Horst Schulze co-founder of luxury hotel chain The Ritz-Carlton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 1, 2019 • 26min
How Cash-strapped Millennials Can Take Control of Their Finances
Broke Millennial author Erin Lowry takes the intimidation out of investing and offers practical financial advice for her peers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 30, 2019 • 25min
China’s Belt and Road Initiative: Why the Price Is Too High
As it enters its latest phase China’s Belt and Road initiative is facing pushback by partner countries that fear it could lead to unsustainable debt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 30, 2019 • 10min
How Big Data Can Inform Investment Decisions
Investors and managers need more than just reams of information to make good decisions -- they need to know which data are important and how to use them Wharton research finds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 30, 2019 • 20min
Is Global Consumer Confidence Peaking?
Consumers are mostly happy with their jobs and personal finances but many remain cautious about spending say experts at The Conference Board. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
