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Knowledge at Wharton
by The Wharton School
The Knowledge at Wharton feed features standout episodes from across the Wharton Podcast Network. Discover timely conversations and expert insights on business, markets, leadership, innovation, and the forces shaping the global economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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How Liquid Death Builds Marketing That Wins the Internet
Most brands compete against other brands. Liquid Death competes against entertainment. Greg Fass, Vice President of Marketing at Liquid Death, joins Barbara Kahn and Americus Reed to explain how the company builds campaigns designed to “win the internet.” From hiring comedians and creators…
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AI’s Impact on Financial Services
Artificial intelligence is changing how financial professionals research, analyze information, and get work done — while raising new questions about the skills people will need in an AI-enabled industry. In this episode, host and Wharton professor Itay Goldstein speaks with Wharton professor...
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AI, Financial Markets, and the Economy
AI is driving enormous investment and soaring valuations, but what do financial markets reveal about its long-term economic impact? Jesús Fernández-Villaverde, Howard Marks Presidential Professor of Economics at the University of Pennsylvania, and Maryam Farboodi, Associate Professor at Cornell…
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AI and the Future of Financial Stability
AI can help financial institutions detect fraud, manage risk, and improve productivity. But when AI systems begin acting autonomously, they may also create risks at a speed and scale people cannot easily oversee. Sarah Breeden, Deputy Governor for Financial Stability at the Bank of England,...
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How AI Is Transforming Quantitative Finance
AI is changing what investors can analyze, how quickly they can act, and what it takes to find an edge. Nikolai Roussanov, Moise Y. Safra Professor of Finance at Wharton, and Ingrid Tierens, Head of the Data Strategy team in the Global Investment Research division at Goldman Sachs, explore AI's...
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The Rise of Crypto
Cryptocurrency has evolved from a niche experiment to a global financial force. But how did we get here? In this episode, professor Itay Goldstein is joined by Duke professor Campbell Harvey and Neha Narula, director of the MIT Media Lab’s Digital Currency Initiative, to explore the milestones…
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Regulating Digital Assets
As cryptocurrency moves further into the mainstream, regulators are stepping up efforts to define its legal and financial framework. But how far will regulation go, and what will it mean for investors, businesses, and the future of digital assets? In this episode, professor Itay Goldstein is…
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Could Stablecoins and CBDCs Be the Future of Money?
Stablecoins and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are at the center of a global shift in how money moves. In this episode, professor Itay Goldstein speaks with Heath Tarbert, president of Circle and former CFTC chair, about the role of stablecoins in modern finance, how they compare to…
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Tokenomics and the Social Forces Driving Crypto Markets
What determines whether a cryptocurrency succeeds or fades into obscurity? In this episode, Wharton professor Itay Goldstein speaks with Shimon Kogan, adjunct associate professor of finance at Wharton and longtime instructor of Wharton’s fintech course, to explore the economic and behavioral…
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The NFL's Biggest 2026 Questions
Which NFL teams are the numbers backing before the 2026 season begins? Aaron Schatz, NFL Analyst at ESPN and Chief Analytics Officer at FTN Fantasy, explains why the Houston Texans stand out in the AFC and why the Seattle Seahawks project as one of the league's strongest teams. He breaks down the...
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The Business of National Reputation
David Reibstein, Wharton Marketing Professor and lead researcher behind the Best Countries Report, discusses how a nation’s reputation influences investment, tourism, trade, and global influence. Drawing on data from more than 15,000 respondents worldwide, Reibstein explains why Switzerland...
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Navigating Competition and Collaboration in the AI Race
Henning Piezunka, Associate Professor of Management at the Wharton School, explores how competition in the AI industry can shift from healthy rivalry to destructive behavior, discusses the psychology behind executive decision-making, explains why successful organizations balance competition with...
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Athletic Brewing’s Senior Director of Marketing, Rosalie Kennedy
Rosalie Kennedy, Senior Director of Marketing at Athletic Brewing, discusses how the company helped transform non alcoholic beer from a niche category into a mainstream lifestyle brand. Rosalie shares how Athletic Brewing built cultural relevance around wellness, taste, and social connection, why...
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Can the Sixers’ New Superteam Work?
Can the Philadelphia 76ers turn a roster featuring LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, and VJ Edgecombe into a championship team? Basketball analytics pioneer and ESPN data scientist Dean Oliver joins the Wharton Moneyball team to examine how Philadelphia might distribute...
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How to Break into the Workforce in an AI-Driven Job Market
Matthew Bidwell, Professor of Management at the Wharton School, explores how the job search process is evolving for today’s graduates and what it takes to break into the workforce. As hiring has slowed across traditional pipelines like consulting and tech, the path to a first role has become more...
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How Wharton Invented Modern Business Education
Wharton dean Erika James reflects on the history, impact, and future of business education as part of Knowledge at Wharton's "American Business Innovation" series ahead of the USA's 250th anniversary. Founded in 1881 by Joseph Wharton, the Wharton School was the world's first collegiate business...
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This Week In Business: Evaluating Greenspan's Legacy and the Evolution of Monetary Policy
Jeremy Siegel, Wharton Emeritus Professor and Senior Economist at WisdomTree, discusses Alan Greenspan's lasting impact on monetary policy, reflects on the lessons of the 2008 financial crisis, analyzes Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's early leadership, and explains why more forward-looking...
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Wharton Moneyball: Breaking Down the Biggest World Cup Ever
Ryan O'Hanlon, ESPN staff writer, author of Net Gains, and Syracuse University instructor, joins the Wharton Moneyball team to analyze the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup, assess the favorites and dark horses, evaluate the outlook for the U.S. Men's National Team, and explain how analytics-driven...
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This Week in Business: Federal Reserve Leadership Transition Amid Economic and Political Pressures
Patrick Harker, Wharton Professor of Operations, Information, and Decisions, and former President of the Philadelphia Federal Reserve Bank, reflects on Jerome Powell’s tenure leading the Federal Reserve through the pandemic, inflation concerns, and political pressure, while also examining what...
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Wharton Moneyball: How Advanced Analytics Are Changing Professional Hockey
Tyrel Stokes, Senior Manager of Hockey Analytics at Teamworks and a statistician specializing in causal inference, joins the team to break down the Stanley Cup Playoffs, explain how NHL teams use analytics and tracking data for player evaluation and strategy, and explore how emerging technologies...
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This Week In Business: Measuring the Impact of Europe’s Conservation Targets and Policies
Arthur van Benthem, Wharton Professor of Business, Economics and Public Policy examines how European Union land protection policies—despite meeting ambitious coverage targets—may fall short in delivering meaningful biodiversity and ecosystem restoration impacts. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Wharton Marketing Matters: Google's Vice President of AI and Marketing Strategy, Joshua Spanier
Joshua Spanier, Vice President of AI and Marketing Strategy at Google, joins Barbara & Americus to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming marketing from efficiency-driven automation to creative empowerment, redefining customer value, and enabling more personalized, “quest”-based...
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Wharton Moneyball: Blending Analytics and Leadership in Major League Baseball Operations
Sam Fuld, Vice President and General Manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, joins the Wharton Moneyball team to discuss his transition from MLB player to executive and how analytics, player development, and business strategy drive success. Cade, Eric and Shane also analyze recent the college...
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This Week In Business: Inside Iran’s Payment Network and Global Sanctions Strategy
Philip Nichols, Wharton Professor of Legal Studies & Business Ethics, explains how Iran has built a complex and adaptive banking and payments infrastructure under decades of sanctions while exploring its future in an evolving global financial system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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Wharton Webinar Series: The Impact of AI in Sports
This Wharton webinar, featuring Eric Bradlow, Cade Massey, and Adi Weiner, examines how generative AI is reshaping sports analytics, improving efficiency, enhancing decision-making, and helping organizations evaluate tools while balancing data-driven insights with human judgment. Hosted on Acast....
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This Week In Business: How Leaders Navigate Change, Scale Decisions, and Build Trust
Nancy Rothbard, Deputy Dean, Professor of Management at the Wharton School, and Co-Academic Director of the Owner-President-CEO Program, explains how leaders can navigate accelerating change by fostering clarity, managing emotional signals, delegating decision-making, and developing the next...
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Wharton Marketing Matters: Groov Founder Dan Cataldi on Reinventing Custom Orthotics
Dan Cataldi, Founder of Groov, joins Barbara and Americus to explain how the company uses iPhone-based 3D scanning to create custom inserts, why proprietary data and speed matter for defensibility, and how brand identity and packaging help build long-term advantage. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Wharton Moneyball: Inside KenPom - The Numbers Behind College Basketball
Ken Pomeroy, college basketball statistician and founder of KenPom, joins Wharton Moneyball to break down tempo-free efficiency ratings, the four factors (shooting, turnovers, rebounding, and free throws), and how he evaluates prediction accuracy and calibration across a full season. Plus, Eric,...
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Ripple Effect: Why Women's Networks Are Stronger During Crisis | Tiantian Yang
When organizations face disruption, men and women respond differently to protect their professional networks. New research from Wharton reveals that women intensify their focus on existing relationships with other women during mergers and acquisitions, creating denser, more supportive networks....
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This Week In Business: Understanding Crypto Sentiment and Market Signals
Dave Reibstein, Professor of Marketing at the Wharton School, explains how the school’s Cryptocurrency Confidence Index tracks U.S. consumer sentiment, explores links between confidence and price volatility, and examines the role of regulation and public perception in shaping the future of…
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Wharton Marketing Matters: Zillow's VP of Brand and Product Marketing, Beverly Jackson
Beverly Jackson, Vice President of Brand and Product Marketing at Zillow, joins Barbara & Americus to explain how the company’s two-sided marketplace, consumer-first philosophy, and campaigns like “Someday Starts Today” leverage data, AI-driven tools, and brand storytelling to reduce uncertainty,...
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Wharton Moneyball: Rethinking Tennis Strategy Through Data and Coachability
Craig O'Shannessy, tennis strategist, analyst for multiple Grand Slams, and New York Times contributor, joins the show to discusses how data-driven decision-making, underused tactics like serve-and-volley, and coachability separate today’s champions from the rest of the field. Cade, Eric, and…
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Ripple Effect: The State of Leadership in Uncertain Times | Mike Useem
In this Ripple Effect episode, Wharton management professor Mike Useem explains how leadership has evolved in recent years and how leaders can better handle economic uncertainty, social change, and innovation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ripple Effect: Psychology of Love and Relationships in the Digital Age | Pinar Yildirim
In this Ripple Effect episode, Wharton marketing professor Pinar Yildirim explores what research reveals about modern romance, dating apps, and long-term relationship success in an era of digital connection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This Week In Business: Why Interest Rates Can’t Fix Deeper Economic Problems
Patrick T. Harker, former President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia and current Wharton Professor of Operations, Information, and Decisions, draws on his experience to discuss why monetary policy has clear limits, the need for political follow-through on fiscal and workforce issues…
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Wharton Marketing Matters: CEO of GrowthLoop, Chris O'Neill
Chris O’Neill, CEO of GrowthLoop, joins Barbara and Americus to explore how compound marketing, agentic AI, and data-driven experimentation are redefining marketing workflows and customer experiences, using his insights from decades of leadership across technology, data, and brand-driven growth....
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Wharton Moneyball: When Analytics Meet Chaos in Football Playoffs
Neil Payne, sports analytics writer and creator of a leading sports Substack, discusses playoff parity, coaching impact, home-field advantage, and how analytics can—and can’t—explain who ultimately wins in today’s NFL and college football postseason. Cade, Eric, Shane & Adi also analyze hockey...
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This Week In Business Faculty Prediction Series: Assessing Inflation, Jobs, and Markets Heading Into 2026
Jeremy Siegel, Wharton Emeritus Professor of Finance and Senior Economist at WisdomTree, shares his perspective on the state of the U.S. economy, analyzing recent rate cuts, inflation progress, employment data, tariff uncertainty, and what they could mean for markets and growth in 2026. Hosted on...
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Wharton Marketing Matters: Inside Time’s Best Inventions and Innovation Selection Process
Emma Barker Bonomo, Editorial Director at Time, joins Barbara & Americus to discuss how the magazine curates its annual Best Inventions list, highlighting the criteria, trends, and global significance behind the most impactful innovations of the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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Wharton Marketing Matters: Best of 2025
This “Best of 2025” episode highlights insights from Shannon Shae Montoya, Global Head of B2B Marketing, Sponsorships, and Events at Yahoo; Toby Espinosa, Vice President of Ads at DoorDash; Adam Kornblum, Chief Creative Officer at L’Oréal; and Merill Hollander, founder of Fiametta, as they…
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Wharton Moneyball: Best of 2025
In this “Best of 2025” compilation, Cade Massey, Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, and Adi Wyner revisit top moments with Google Sports Trends Fanalyst Annanya Raghavan, NFL veteran and Athletes.org founder Brandon Copeland, bestselling baseball biographer Jane Leavy, and ESPN analyst Dean Oliver,...
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Ripple Effect: 2025 Ripple Rewind
In this special episode, listen to curated excerpts from this year’s Ripple Effect podcast, where Wharton professors discuss a range of trending business topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This Week In Business: Rethinking ACA Tax Credits and the Future of Health Coverage
Mark Pauly, Professor Emeritus of Healthcare Management at the Wharton School, examines Senator Bill Cassidy’s new health savings account–based proposal, evaluates its relationship to existing ACA tax credits, and offers broader insights into the persistent economic and political challenges of…
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Wharton Marketing Matters: Navigating Marketing Shifts Amid AI, Inflation, and Cultural Change
Peter Adams, Senior Writer at Marketing Dive, joins Barbara Kahn to explore how economic bifurcation, evolving loyalty drivers, and rapid advances in AI are forcing marketers to rethink strategies, adapt to cultural moments, and navigate an increasingly complex industry landscape. Hosted on…
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Wharton Moneyball: How Analytics Are Redefining Playoff Predictions Across College and Pro Sports
Eric Bradlow, Cade Massey, Shane Jensen, and Adi Wyner explore how advanced analytics are influencing modern sports—from reshaping baseball’s Gold Glove selections to refining NFL power rankings and playoff projections—while dissecting how the new 12-team College Football Playoff format heightens...
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Where AI Works: Start Small, Think Big – Making AI Stick
Listen to a special episode from Where AI Works, a podcast hosted by Wharton faculty, sponsored by Accenture. The show dives into how artificial intelligence is transforming the way we live and work, with real-world stories and insights from leaders across industries. In this episode, Wharton's...
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Ripple Effect: What We Know About AI Fighting Corruption | Philip Nichols
Wharton’s Philip Nichols explains why AI isn’t useful for combatting corruption, at least not yet. This Ripple Effect episode is part of the “Research Roundup” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This Week in Business: NBA Gambling Scandal Highlights Integrity Risks in Sports Betting
Rob DiGisi, Lecturer in Legal Studies and Business Ethics at the Wharton School, joins the show to discuss how recent gambling indictments involving NBA figures reveal the complex intersection of legality, ethics, and integrity in professional sports—and why issues like prop bets, player...
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Wharton Marketing Matters: Amgen SVP of AI, Engineering and Data Science, Sean Bruich
Sean Bruich, Senior Vice President of AI, Engineering and Data Science at Amgen, joins Barbara Kahn and Dr. Americus Reed, II to discuss how AI’s rapid evolution is transforming industries—not by replacing humans, but by creating new opportunities that blend human expertise with advanced…
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Wharton Moneyball: Predicting Baseball’s Future—Inside the Zips Projection System
Wharton's Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, and Adi Wyner debate Bill Belichick’s legacy in the post-Brady era, explore how analytics have reshaped baseball strategy, and speak with Dan Szymborski—Senior Writer at FanGraphs and creator of the ZiPS projection system—about forecasting player performance...
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