Ethics VIBES

Duquesne University Palumbo-Donahue School of Business
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The Albert P. Viragh Institute for Business Ethics from Duquesne University's Palumbo-Donahue School of Business presents Ethics VIBES, a podcast that discusses ethical decision-making in modern business.

Episodes

  1. MAY 20

    AI & Virtue - Dr. Alejo Sison | Ethics VIBES

    Dr. Alejo Sison, a professor of philosophy at the University of Navarra, discusses the role of virtue in AI, how Catholic teachings inform his research, and how AI regulation differs in Europe compared to the U.S. This episode is part of the series Ethical AI and the Common Good, which examines AI development and showcases business examples of how AI can be used ethically for the common good. This series features real life stories of professionals who use AI successfully and responsibly.

    24 min

  2. MAR 20

    Mission-First Growth - Boys & Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania | Ethics VIBES

    The president and CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania, Chris Watts, discusses how his nonprofit has managed growth and maintained funding without compromising their core mission and values. He also describes how to build strong organizational culture. This episode is part of the series Ethical Tensions Facing Nonprofits, which seeks to educate scholars and practitioners on how non-profit leaders address and overcome challenges surrounding funding, mission alignment, and government intervention, among others. Non-profit directors and CEOs from around the region share their stories on how they manage their values and ethics in the wake of multiple conflicting pressures.

    25 min

  3. JAN 21

    Ethical AI in Modern Medicine - Netramind Innovations | Ethics VIBES

    The president of Netramind Innovations, Dr. Jay Chhablani, discusses how his company uses AI to detect age-related macular degeneration while protecting patients' personal data. He also explains the importance of working with business partners that share ethical values. This episode is part of the series Ethical AI and the Common Good, which examines AI development and showcases business examples of how AI can be used ethically for the common good. This series features real-life stories of professionals who successfully use AI responsibly.

    19 min

  4. 12/22/2025

    Scaling with Purpose - Wright Childcare Solutions | Ethics VIBES

    Duquesne alumna Brittini Wright-Burley (B'07, MA'10) discusses how her company, Wright Childcare Solutions, makes ethical business decisions while increasing scale. This episode is part of the series The Destructive Side of Entrepreneurship, which examines the ethics of entrepreneurship and the unintended consequences that can result from new ventures.

    19 min

  5. 11/07/2025

    Beyond the Bottom Line - Holy Family Institute | Ethics VIBES

    The CEO of Holy Family Institute, Michael Sexauer, explains how to manage the financial sustainability of a nonprofit while delivering on the organizational mission. This episode is part of a series examining the ethical tensions facing nonprofits.

    32 min

  6. 07/18/2025

    Comfort Meets Conscience - Hugh & Honey | Ethics VIBES

    The co-founders of Hugh & Honey, Julian Rizza (Duquesne University, B'15; MS '20) and Serena Rizza, discuss their eczema-friendly infant pajamas and how they make ethical business decisions. This episode is part of the series The Destructive Side of Entrepreneurship, which examines the ethics of entrepreneurship and the unintended consequences that can result from new ventures.

    24 min

  7. 07/18/2025

    Microalgae, Big Impact - AlgenAir | Ethics VIBES

    Duquesne alumnus Dan Fucich (B'15) discusses how his company, AlgenAir, uses microalgae to produce clean air and improve human health. He shares how sustainability considerations influence business decisions. This episode is part of the series The Destructive Side of Entrepreneurship, which examines the ethics of entrepreneurship and the unintended consequences that can result from new ventures.

    21 min

  8. 07/18/2025

    Clean Plate, Clear Conscience - Clean Plate Innovations | Ethics VIBES

    Duquesne alumnus Nolan Sulpizio (B'24) shares how his company, Clean Plate Innovations, reduces food waste while upholding ethical business standards and practices. This episode is part of the series The Destructive Side of Entrepreneurship, which examines the ethics of entrepreneurship and the unintended consequences that can result from new ventures.

    20 min
  • 8 Episodes

About

The Albert P. Viragh Institute for Business Ethics from Duquesne University's Palumbo-Donahue School of Business presents Ethics VIBES, a podcast that discusses ethical decision-making in modern business.

Information

  • Creator
    Duquesne University Palumbo-Donahue School of Business
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Duquesne University Palumbo-Donahue School of Business
  • Show Website
    Ethics VIBES