Are your coworkers teammates, competitors, or both?

Henning Piezunka, Wharton Associate Professor of Management, explains why collaboration and competition often coexist at work, especially when promotions, bonuses, and scarce opportunities are on the line.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School and published twice per week.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3EdpB5X
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Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/twib

#WorkplaceDynamics #OrganizationalBehavior #WorkplaceCompetition #Collaboration #CareerGrowth

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
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ABOUT THE EPISODE
Can competing against a colleague change your relationship with them long after the competition ends?

Henning Piezunka, Wharton Associate Professor of Management, examines how competition can make people see collaborators as rivals.
His research follows professional soccer players who compete against their club teammates during the World Cup, then return to playing alongside them. The results suggest that simply thinking of someone as a competitor can have lasting effects on collaboration.

The conversation explores what this means for promotions, bonuses, office politics and managing teams where people have to compete and collaborate at the same time.



ABOUT THE PODCAST
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School and published twice per week.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3EdpB5X
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Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/twib

#WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #Competition #Collaboration #Teamwork #OrganizationalBehavior #Soccer #WorldCup #HenningPiezunka #Management

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

ABOUT THE EPISODE
Which college football teams have the clearest path to the playoff, and which ones are being overrated?

Bill Connelly, ESPN staff writer and creator of SP+, uses simulations, power ratings, schedule strength, and roster analysis to preview the college football season. He breaks down the SEC and Big Ten, the impact of transfer-heavy rosters, teams with the most upside, and why the playoff race could be more unpredictable than preseason expectations suggest.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
Sports is a game of numbers. Wharton experts Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, Cade Massey, and Adi Wyner team up to tackle the world of sports, from current events to longstanding issues such as: What sports streaks are the most impressive? How do you rank the best players? Can athletes be compared across sports? Moneyball Highlights explains how decision-makers in the game can avoid the common mistakes and embrace the data. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/459Kr0H
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/4fBY7oM
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/moneyball

#CollegeFootball #CollegeFootballPlayoff #CFBAnalytics #SPPlus #SEC #BigTen #BillConnelly

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
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Why do some employees get the best projects while equally qualified colleagues miss out?

Judd Kessler, Wharton Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy, explains how workplace rules influence who gets scarce opportunities and why managers need to design systems that reward merit instead of strategic maneuvering.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
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.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3HEgNYs
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Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/rippleeffect

#WorkplaceStrategy #MarketDesign #TalentManagement #CareerAdvancement #OrganizationalDesign #JuddKessler


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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
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ABOUT THE EPISODE
The best opportunities at work do not always go to the most qualified person.

Judd Kessler, Howard Marks Endowed Professor and Wharton Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy, explores the hidden rules that determine who gets scarce workplace resources, from a manager's attention to high-profile assignments and professional development. He explains how employees can better navigate these systems and how leaders can design rules that are more equitable and effective.

The conversation also highlights Lucky by Design: How to Navigate Hidden Markets, a Wharton Executive Education course taught by Kessler that applies these ideas to real workplace decisions. Learn more: https://executiveeducation.wharton.upenn.edu/for-individuals/all-programs/lucky-by-design-how-to-navigate-hidden-markets/

ABOUT THE PODCAST
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.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3HEgNYs
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/475stOb
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/rippleeffect

#WorkplaceStrategy #CareerAdvancement #OrganizationalDesign #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceEquity #JuddKessler


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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

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Rising long-term bond yields may be the signal that finally forces Washington to confront the deficit.

Jeremy Siegel, Wharton Emeritus Professor of Finance, explains why higher borrowing costs and the looming Social Security deadline could put real pressure on Congress to act.
ABOUT THE PODCAST
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School and published twice per week.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3EdpB5X
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Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/twib

#USDeficit #TreasuryYields #BondMarket #SocialSecurity #FiscalPolicy #JeremySiegel

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

ABOUT THE EPISODE
What are rising bond yields telling us about the U.S. economy—and could they eventually force Washington to address the country’s growing deficits?

Jeremy Siegel, Wharton Emeritus Professor of Finance and Senior Economist at WisdomTree, joins the conversation to discuss tariffs, the bond market, fiscal policy and the outlook for stocks.

Siegel also explains why the stock market has remained resilient despite higher yields and uncertainty, and what could determine whether equities break through their previous highs.

The conversation also covers AI valuations, strong technology earnings, interest rates, inflation and the economic outlook heading into the fall.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School and published twice per week.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3EdpB5X
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/4ihHaiT
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/twib

#Economy #StockMarket #BondMarket #TreasuryYields #FederalDeficit #InterestRates #Tariffs #Inflation #AIStocks #Nvidia #Investing #JeremySiegel



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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

Why does buying wine make so many people feel like they need to know the rules?

Conley Downing, CMO of Archer Roose Wines, explains how the brand makes wine more approachable while remaining transparent about ingredients, nutrition, and where each wine comes from.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
Marketing Matters is hosted by Wharton marketing professors Barbara Kahn and Americus Reed. Each week they discuss marketing and advertising trends, consumer behavior, data and analytics, the latest in retail marketing, brand-building, and much more with their expert guests. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/459Kg5x
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Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/marketingmatters

#WineMarketing #CannedWine #WineEducation #ConsumerConfidence #BeverageBranding #ArcherRoose

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
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What makes a sports franchise worth $12.5 billion?

The latest sale of the Los Angeles Lakers offers a timely example of a shift Wharton emeritus professor Kenneth Shropshire has watched unfold for decades: Sports franchises are increasingly being viewed not simply as teams, but as an asset class.

Shropshire joined Wharton dean Erika James for the latest installment of our "What I've Learned" series, featuring interviews with Wharton faculty who have made a lasting impact in their fields.

During the conversation, recorded before the Lakers deal was announced, Shropshire pointed to earlier blockbuster purchases as signals of what was coming.

As franchise values rise and more sophisticated capital enters the industry, sports organizations are becoming increasingly complex businesses, creating opportunities to apply technology, management expertise, analytics, and investment in ways that can generate value well beyond wins and losses.

That perspective has new resonance in Los Angeles, where the Lakers are changing hands at a reported $12.5 billion valuation – $2.5 billion higher than the valuation attached to the team's previous sale roughly a year ago.

Watch Shropshire and James discuss what's driving the growing business of sports and much more: https://whr.tn/4xc4kit

#SportsBusiness #SportsIndustry #SportsInvesting #SportsFinance

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

ABOUT THE EPISODE
What does it take to market a product that challenges long-held category expectations?

Conley Downing, CMO of Archer Roose Wines, breaks down the strategy behind building a premium canned wine brand. From consumer trial and experiential marketing to Elizabeth Banks' creative role, retail visibility, moderation trends, and the power of a distinct brand identity, she shares how Archer Roose is making canned wine feel approachable without compromising quality.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
Marketing Matters is hosted by Wharton marketing professors Barbara Kahn and Americus Reed. Each week they discuss marketing and advertising trends, consumer behavior, data and analytics, the latest in retail marketing, brand-building, and much more with their expert guests. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/459Kg5x
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/3Ug7wse
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/marketingmatters

#CannedWine #WineMarketing #BeverageMarketing #ConsumerBehavior #ShopperMarketing #ElizabethBanks

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

Why would a potential top-five NFL Draft pick stay in college?

Steven Godfrey, college football journalist, explains how NIL money and a chance to win a championship can make staying at Oregon the smarter financial move.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
Sports is a game of numbers. Wharton experts Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, Cade Massey, and Adi Wyner team up to tackle the world of sports, from current events to longstanding issues such as: What sports streaks are the most impressive? How do you rank the best players? Can athletes be compared across sports? Moneyball Highlights explains how decision-makers in the game can avoid the common mistakes and embrace the data. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/459Kr0H
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/4fBY7oM
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/moneyball

#DanteMoore #OregonFootball #NIL #NFLDraft #CollegeFootballEconomy

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

Can rising oil prices make inflation harder to tame?

Nikolai Roussanov, Wharton Finance Professor, explains why energy costs can still shape core inflation and why the Fed is watching closely.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School and published twice per week.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3EdpB5X
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/4ihHaiT
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/twib

#Inflation #OilPrices #EnergyInflation #FederalReserve #CoreInflation
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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

ABOUT THE EPISODE
College football is changing fast. Are NIL deals, transfers, and expanded eligibility turning it into a professional league in all but name?

Steven Godfrey, college football journalist and co-host of Yahoo's College Football Enquirer, explains the financial forces reshaping the sport. He examines players weighing college earnings against NFL opportunities, the future of eligibility rules, conference power, coaching pressure, and which teams have the clearest path to a national championship.


ABOUT THE PODCAST
Sports is a game of numbers. Wharton experts Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, Cade Massey, and Adi Wyner team up to tackle the world of sports, from current events to longstanding issues such as: What sports streaks are the most impressive? How do you rank the best players? Can athletes be compared across sports? Moneyball Highlights explains how decision-makers in the game can avoid the common mistakes and embrace the data. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/459Kr0H
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/4fBY7oM
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/moneyball

#CollegeFootball #NIL #TransferPortal #CollegeFootballPlayoff #LaneKiffin

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

ABOUT THE EPISODE
The bond market is putting new pressure on the Federal Reserve as long-term yields climb and investors question the Fed’s approach to inflation.

Wharton Professor of Finance Nikolai Roussanov explains why Kevin Warsh’s recent comments unsettled markets, why the Fed’s “reaction function” matters, and how rising yields could eventually force the Fed to act.

The conversation also explores the tension between monetary and fiscal policy, including Treasury efforts to push long-term rates lower and why those efforts could work against the Fed’s strategy.
With inflation, energy prices and government deficits all complicating the outlook, can the Fed preserve its credibility and still get inflation back to 2%?

ABOUT THE PODCAST
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School and published twice per week.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3EdpB5X
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/4ihHaiT
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/twib

#FederalReserve #KevinWarsh #BondMarket #InterestRates #Inflation #TreasuryYields #MonetaryPolicy #FederalReservePolicy

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

Who makes sure the food you buy is safe for your family?

Corrine Low, Wharton Associate Professor of Business Economics & Public Policy, explains why government food-safety oversight saves time and protects consumers.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School and published twice per week.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3EdpB5X
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/4ihHaiT
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/twib

#FoodSafety #USDA #FDA #ConsumerProtection #PublicGoods

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

Sports business has changed dramatically, from the rise of NIL in college athletics to soaring franchise valuations and growing private equity investment. What does that mean for athletes, investors, and the next generation of sports business leaders?

In the latest conversation in our "What I've Learned" series, Wharton dean Erika James sits down with sports business expert and longtime Wharton professor Kenneth L. Shropshire to explore the forces transforming the sports industry.

Shropshire discusses how name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights are reshaping college sports, the persistent questions about race and access to positions of power in sports, the extraordinary rise in professional team valuations, and why investors and private equity firms increasingly view sports as an asset class.

Drawing on decades of research, teaching, and work across the sports industry, Shropshire also shares advice for students interested in sports management and reflects on what leaders like Bill Walsh and Dusty Baker taught him about bringing out the best in people.

00:08 - Shropshire’s path from Stanford football to sports law
05:50 - How teaching became a career
08:01 - How college sports have transformed, including by NIL
13:33 - Race, ownership, and power in sports
18:10 - Why sports has become such an investment opportunity
23:25 - Leadership lessons from Bill Walsh and Dusty Baker
25:42 - The importance of mentorship and personal connection

#sportsbusiness #sportsindustry #sportsmanagement #sportsinvesting #sportslaw

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
Subscribe to the Knowledge at Wharton YouTube channel: https://whr.tn/3DEAgAU

Wharton Associate Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy, Corinne Low explains why food safety is a public good and why families can't realistically take over the government's role in monitoring pathogens, inspecting facilities and responding to outbreaks.

She discusses the consequences of reduced staffing, weakened inspections and changes to disease surveillance—and why these changes can leave consumers more exposed to foodborne illness.
The conversation also explores the responsibility of food companies, the long-term cost of cutting corners and why government oversight can give families the freedom to simply trust the food they buy.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School and published twice per week.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/3EdpB5X
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/4ihHaiT
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/twib


#FoodSafety #FoodborneIllness #PublicHealth #FoodRegulation #GovernmentRegulation #ConsumerSafety #FoodIndustry #Economics #Regulation


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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
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Can data help a pitcher build a new weapon?

Adam Ottavino, former 15-year MLB reliever and current ESPN analyst, explains how detailed pitch data and high-speed video helped him create a cutter-slider and refine his arsenal.

ABOUT THE PODCAST
Sports is a game of numbers. Wharton experts Eric Bradlow, Shane Jensen, Cade Massey, and Adi Wyner team up to tackle the world of sports, from current events to longstanding issues such as: What sports streaks are the most impressive? How do you rank the best players? Can athletes be compared across sports? Moneyball Highlights explains how decision-makers in the game can avoid the common mistakes and embrace the data. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://whr.tn/459Kr0H
Subscribe on Spotify: https://whr.tn/4fBY7oM
Watch/listen on the Knowledge at Wharton website: https://whr.tn/moneyball

#PitchDesign #MLBAnalytics #BaseballData #Rapsodo #AdamOttavino

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

Visit the Knowledge at Wharton homepage: https://whr.tn/3qUpSBE
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When was the last time you used AI? Probably today.

Peter Conti-Brown, Wharton Associate Professor of Legal Studies & Business Ethics, explains why AI's widespread adoption makes managing its risks more urgent than ever.

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AI has already permeated nearly every part of society and the economy, but how should we manage the risks as the technology becomes more powerful?

Peter Conti-Brown, Professor at the Wharton School, explores whether bank supervision could offer a useful model for overseeing AI companies.

The conversation examines the difference between regulation and supervision, the possibility of AI stress tests, and how regulators could prepare for scenarios ranging from model failures to geopolitical attacks.

But banking isn't a perfect blueprint. AI presents unique risks, raising a fundamental question: when private companies take enormous risks developing AI, who ultimately holds the bag?

ABOUT THE PODCAST
This Week in Business features interviews with Wharton faculty about the latest news, fascinating trends, and issues impacting both consumers and the business world. Episodes are recorded at the Wharton School and published twice per week.

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#AIRegulation #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIRisk #AIGovernance #TechPolicy #AIResearch #BankingRegulation #PeterContiBrown #AITrends

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The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is committed to sharing its intellectual capital through Knowledge at Wharton, the school’s online business analysis journal.

Launched in 1999, Knowledge at Wharton offers free access to:

- Articles, podcasts, and videos highlighting Wharton faculty research and analysis of current business trends
- Interviews with book authors from Wharton School Press
- In-depth series of curated content like Wharton Executive Education’s Nano Tools for Leaders
- A searchable database of more than 10,000 articles covering all aspects of business
- A weekly newsletter that delivers Knowledge at Wharton insights directly to your inbox

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