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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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Apr 29, 2019 • 29min
The Promise and Pitfalls of 5G: Will It Kill Cable?
Expectations are riding high for the next generation of wireless technology but is 5G ready to compete with wired broadband networks? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 26, 2019 • 20min
Preventing the Next Housing Crisis
Overly loose mortgage standards are not exactly making a comeback but some loans today are close to regulatory guardrails. New Wharton research offers a tool that can help regulators know when things may be going too far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 25, 2019 • 23min
Can Algorithms Diagnose Disease Better Than Doctors?
AI holds great promise for medical advancements. Researchers discuss how algorithms can be used boost patient outcomes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 25, 2019 • 24min
How Can Sri Lanka Recover?
Following the Easter Sunday bombings Sri Lanka must unite all forces to reclaim its hard-won peace of the past decade say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 25, 2019 • 24min
Incompetent Male Leaders: The Case for Talent Over Gender
In his new book Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic the chief talent scientist at Manpower Group examines myths about masculine management and explains why we need to value competence over confidence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 25, 2019 • 23min
Why India’s Jet Airways Lost Its Wings
The suspension of flights by Jet Airways is another casualty of price wars and flawed business models. Experts discuss how Jet could recast its model to fly again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 23, 2019 • 25min
What We Can Learn from the Fisher-Price Rock ’n Play Recall
The controversy surrounding Fisher-Price’s Rock ’n Play Sleeper shines a light on the need to balance corporate growth with safety -- and also where regulators went wrong. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 23, 2019 • 22min
Why Oil Markets Are Changing
Summertime gasoline price increases are normal but today’s oil markets are undergoing fundamental change according to experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 19, 2019 • 40min
Want to Build a Smart City? Here Are Some Strategies That Work
Collaborative platforms sustainability public-private partnerships and data analytics are critical for developing smart and inclusive cities notes TCS’s Seeta Hariharan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 19, 2019 • 10min
Beyond Clicks: Getting the Most out of Big Data
Recent Wharton research aims to help companies navigate the complicated waters of Big Data by offering a better way to use predictive analytics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
