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Every day, business scholars answer pressing questions in their research — but what do their insights mean for you? In this podcast, Wharton faculty dive into what inspired their studies and how their findings resonate with the world today. Learn how research insights translate into knowledge you can use, with host Dan Loney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The State of Leadership in Uncertain Times | Mike Useem

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.

19 min
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The Psychology of New Year's Resolutions | Katy Milkman

Wharton professor Katy Milkman explores the psychology behind goal-setting, why we fail, and the research-backed strategies that can help sustain new habits. She also discusses how businesses can leverage resolution mindsets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17 min
02/12/2025

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.

32 min
25/11/2025

How AI's Persuasion Style Mirrors Humans | Ethan Mollick

Wharton’s Ethan Mollick is part of a research team determining the outer limits of what AI will do when prompted, including whether it will hurl insults or help with illegal activity. This episode is part of the “Research Roundup” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12 min
18/11/2025

Fighting False Information Online | Eric Clemons

The best way to stop disinformation from spreading on social media is to prevent sites from sharing aggregate data, says Wharton’s Eric Clemons. This episode is part of the “Research Roundup” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 min
11/11/2025

The Business Side of FOMO | Barbara Kahn

FOMO is real, and so is the research behind it. Wharton’s Barbara Kahn explores the business implications of the “fear of missing out.” This episode is part of the “Research Roundup” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16 min
04/11/2025

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 episode is part of the “Research Roundup” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16 min
28/10/2025

Creativity in the Age of AI | Jerry Wind

In his new book Creativity in the Age of AI, Wharton’s Jerry Wind explores ways to use AI to unlock creativity for personal and professional success. This episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Every day, business scholars answer pressing questions in their research — but what do their insights mean for you? In this podcast, Wharton faculty dive into what inspired their studies and how their findings resonate with the world today. Learn how research insights translate into knowledge you can use, with host Dan Loney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.