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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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Jan 18, 2019 • 23min
How Pattern-based Thinking Gives Companies an Edge
Glimpses of today’s new business models are found in the patterns of the most successful companies of yore according to Wharton’s Eric K. Clemons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 17, 2019 • 27min
Dwindling Brexit Options: What’s the Path Ahead?
A no-deal Brexit has investors rattled because it could disrupt supply chains and cause economic and political chaos warn experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 17, 2019 • 27min
Farewell John Bogle: A Tribute to the Father of Indexing
John Bogle the plain-spoken founder of mutual fund giant Vanguard passed away this week at age 89. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 17, 2019 • 23min
Why Social Media Is the New Weapon in Modern Warfare
Authors Peter Singer and Emerson Brooking explain how social media has emerged as a surprising -- and effective -- tool in modern warfare in their new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 16, 2019 • 29min
Retail Resurrection: A Rosy Outlook for 2019?
Buoyed by a strong economy and low unemployment 2018 holiday retail sales were the best in six years. What’s in store for this year? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 15, 2019 • 27min
What Changes Will the EU See in 2019?
In the year ahead the European Union faces challenges on multiple fronts: Brexit internal leadership trade populism migrants and more say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 15, 2019 • 24min
Could the Government Shutdown Affect IPOs?
The now record-length government shutdown is hampering the SEC and causing a delay in firms’ planned initial public offerings. The impact isn’t substantial yet -- but it could grow if the impasse continues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 15, 2019 • 25min
Risks the Banking Industry Faces in 2019
The Federal Reserve’s moves towards stronger oversight and a similar push by House Democrats bode well for the banking industry experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 14, 2019 • 21min
Why the Blockchain Ushers in a New Form of Trust
Blockchain is one of the biggest buzzwords in technology today but confusion exists about what it is exactly. Wharton’s Kevin Werbach provides clarity in his new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 11, 2019 • 23min
The ACA in 2019: Will It Face a Reckoning?
Tweaking the Affordable Care Act is the best way forward although the concept of “fairness” defies an easy definition say Wharton experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
