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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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Aug 14, 2018 • 23min
Regulating Ride-sharing: Why New York City Could Be a Model
The largest market for Uber Lyft and other ride-hailing services last week had its first successful attempt at regulating the growth of the nascent industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 13, 2018 • 29min
Should the SEC Pursue Offenders Beyond Five Years?
The securities regulator may have a winning case before Congress to change the statute of limitations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 10, 2018 • 29min
Can Going Private Turn Tesla Around?
Even if shareholders approve CEO Elon Musk’s plan the company faces many other challenges experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 10, 2018 • 25min
Fuel Economy Standards: Would a Freeze Impact Innovation?
A recent proposal by the White House to roll back Obama-era fuel-efficiency standards will face an uphill legal battle experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 9, 2018 • 23min
How Gender-diverse Discrimination Diminishes the Workplace
Author Lily Zheng advocates for greater acceptance of gender-diverse employees at work in her new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 8, 2018 • 18min
Why Some Jobs Disappear Forever Following Recessions
After recessions there is one type of job that does not bounce back according to research by Wharton finance professor Nikolai Roussanov. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 7, 2018 • 24min
Crossing $1 Trillion: What’s Next for Apple?
The consumer electronics giant is finding itself in a whole new race after becoming the first U.S. company to cross $1 trillion in market capitalization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 6, 2018 • 24min
Can 40 Seconds of Compassion Make a Difference in Health Care?
Can 40 seconds of compassion have an impact? An ICU physician says research shows it can and it’s better for patients -- and doctors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 6, 2018 • 23min
What’s the Impact of Expanding Short-term Health Plans?
Do short-term limited-duration health insurance policies increase consumer choice? Or do they put people in danger of not having adequate coverage if disaster strikes? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 3, 2018 • 20min
How Ties to Ethnic Communities Influence Global Firm Expansion
For companies that want to expand abroad by serving their own ethnic groups there is a dual entry strategy that can be deployed according to Wharton research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
