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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.
Episodes
- 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 eval…
- This Week In Business: Measuring the Impact of Europe’s Conservation Targets and Policies
Wharton Professor Arthur van Benthem analyzes European Union land protection policies. He questions whether the policies, despite meeting coverage targets, are effectively restoring biodiversity and ecosystems.
- Wharton Marketing Matters: Google's Vice President of AI and Marketing Strategy, Joshua Spanier
Joshua Spanier, Google's VP of AI and Marketing Strategy, explains how artificial intelligence is changing marketing. He covers AI's role in automation, creative processes, customer value, and personalized consumer journeys.
- Wharton Moneyball: Blending Analytics and Leadership in Major League Baseball Operations
Sam Fuld, General Manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, shares insights on integrating analytics and leadership in baseball operations. The episode also features discussions on recent events in college basketball, NHL, and the Masters Tour…
- This Week In Business: Inside Iran’s Payment Network and Global Sanctions Strategy
Philip Nichols, a Wharton professor, analyzes Iran's adaptive banking and payments network, built over decades of sanctions, and considers its prospects within the changing global financial landscape.
- Wharton Webinar Series: The Impact of AI in Sports
A Wharton webinar featuring Eric Bradlow, Cade Massey, and Adi Weiner discusses how generative AI is transforming sports analytics. The discussion covers improvements in efficiency, decision-making, and the evaluation of tools, emphasizing…
- 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…
- 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…
- 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 a…
- 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…
- 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 regula…
- 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-d…
- 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…
- 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.co…
- 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/…
- 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…
- 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 lea…
- 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…
- 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…
- 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…
- 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;…
- 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…
- 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.
- 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 i…
- 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 a…
- 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…
- 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 f…
- 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.
- 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 professi…
- 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 oppor…
- 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 Zi…
- Ripple Effect: Having It All | Corinne Low
Wharton’s Corinne Low talks about her new book, Having It All: What Data Tells Us About Women’s Lives and Getting the Most Out of Yours . This Ripple Effect episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
- This Week In Business: Balancing Optimism and Caution in Innovation and Business Strategy
Cait Lamberton, Wharton School Vice Dean and Professor of Marketing, explains how businesses can balance enthusiasm for new technologies, such as AI, with historical lessons, market fundamentals, and strategic analysis to identify sustaina…
- Wharton Marketing Matters: Yahoo's Global Head of B2B Marketing, Sponsorships, and Events, Shannon Shae Montoya
Shannon Shae Montoya, Global Head of B2B Marketing, Sponsorships, and Events at Yahoo, joins Barbara Kahn to explore how Yahoo leverages data, creativity, and nostalgia to craft experiential marketing campaigns that leave lasting impressio…
- Wharton Moneyball: Football Analytics, Probabilities, Priors, and Fourth-Down Decisions
Brian Burke, Sports Data Scientist at ESPN, joins Cade Massey, Eric Bradlow, and Shane Jensen to share insights on building advanced football power ranking systems, the role of Bayesian models in balancing priors and new data, and how anal…
- Ripple Effect: Rethinking Retail | Barbara Kahn
Wharton's Barbara Kahn, author of The Shopping Revolution: How Retailers Succeed in an Era of Endless Disruption , explains the latest trends in retail, how AI fits into the customer experience, and what's to come for brick-and-morta…
- This Week In Business Back-to-School Series: Why Early Financial Literacy Matters for Every Generation
David Musto, Wharton Finance Professor and Director of the Stevens Center for Innovation in Finance, explores the importance of teaching financial literacy to students, the progress made in recent years, and why early education in personal…
- Where AI Works: From Pain Points to Productivity — Finding AI’s Real Value
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 f…
- Wharton Marketing Matters Highlight: Founder of Youth Logic | Wilson Sporting Goods Head of Global Brand Partnerships and Collaborations
Highlights of Wharton Marketing Matters episodes featuring Connor Blakley, founder of Youth Logic, discussing the origins of his company, how to effectively reach Gen Z, and the missteps brands often make with this generation, and David Pi…
- Wharton Moneyball: The State of Tennis & College Football Preview
ESPN staff writer Bill Connelly joins Cade Massey, Eric Bradlow and Shane Jensen to share his take on the men’s and women’s tennis tours, the emerging Sinner–Alcaraz rivalry, and the depth of talent in women’s tennis. Bill also dissects th…
- Ripple Effect: The Rise of Crypto | Campbell Harvey and Neha Narula
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…
- This Week In Business: Understanding Dynamic Pricing in Today’s Inflationary Climate
John Zhang, Wharton Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy, discusses how firms use tariff-induced economic conditions to raise prices and explore dynamic pricing strategies, balancing profit motives with consumer perceptions an…
- Wharton Marketing Matters: Adobe's Chief Communications Officer, Stacy Martinet
Adobe's Vice President of Marketing and Communications and Chief Communications Officer, Stacy Martinet, speaks with Barbara Kahn and Americus Reed about the company’s transformation from its PDF roots to a global leader in creativity and…
- Ripple Effect: Gen AI Workplace Revolution | Stefano Puntoni
Generative AI promises productivity and cost-cutting gains, but it also has the potential to increase employee well-being. That’s why Wharton’s Stefano Puntoni wants companies to put their workers at the center of the AI conversation. This…
- Wharton Moneyball: Using Data to Model NBA Performance with Seth Partnow
A highlight of Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, and Adi Wyner's conversation with Seth Partnow—Data Science Manager for the NBA at PENN Interactive, former Director of Basketball Research for the Milwaukee Bucks, and author of The Midrange Theo…
- Ripple Effect: Visual Marketing | Barbara Kahn and Zab Johnson
Wharton’s Barbara Kahn and Elizabeth (Zab) Johnson talk about their book, Visual Marketing: A Practical Guide to the Science of Branding and Retailing . This Ripple Effect episode is part of the “Meet the Authors” series. Hosted on Acast.…
- Ripple Effect: Resolute Japan | Harbir Singh and Mike Useem
Wharton management professors Harbir Singh and Mike Useem discuss their book Resolute Japan: The Leaders Forging a Corporate Resurgence , which explores how a new model of leadership has transformed Japan's top companies. This Ripple Effec…
- Are Bad Listeners Actually Bad at Listening?
Research from Wharton professor Rebecca (Becky) Schaumberg and PhD student Zhiying (Bella) Ren reveals how disagreement in a conversation is often mistaken for bad listening, regardless of how engaged the list…
- How AI Is Affecting Digital Marketing and Creative Industries w/ David Droga
Listen to a special episode from Where AI Works, a new 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 insight…
- What Makes Virtual Influencers Effective?
Virtual influencers are more effective when paired with a companion, which makes them seem more human and trustworthy, according to research from Wharton's Jonah Berger, USC Marshall’s Giovanni Luca Cascio Rizzo, and LUISS Guido Carli Univ…