Global talks

Welcome to this episode of the Global Talks Podcast, where we explore the complex topic of economic globalization. Is it a curse or a blessing? Joining us today is economist Jon Reiersen from USN School of Business. We will discuss what economic globalization means, its benefits, as well as its downsides. Tune in to learn how globalization impacts us all and how smart policies can help balance its effects. Suggestions for further readings: Rodrik, D. 2018. Straight Talk on Trade: Ideas for a Sane Economy: Ideas for a Sane World Economy. Princeton: Princeton University Press. Sandbu, M. 2020. The Economics of Belonging: A Radical Plan to Win Back the Left Behind and Achieve Prosperity for All. Princeton: Princeton University Press.  Wolf, M. 2023. The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism. London: Allen Lane

First up in the series is our team in cross-cultural management at Kongsberg, led by Gillian Warner-Søderholm, Erik Lankut, and Juel Helge Rye. They will provide us with a brief insight into communication across cultures and share their best advice on how to navigate a global environment, with a special focus on how to collaborate effectively in teams with people from different cultures.