This Week in Business
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.
Our Latest Episodes
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Can AI Companies Regulate Themselves?
Wharton professor of legal studies and business ethics Kevin Werbach explains why AI governance is so difficult, why companies can’t be left to regulate themselves, and what governments need to do as AI becomes more powerful.
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Will the Government Bail Out Your 401(k) in a Market Crash?
Wharton finance professor Nikolai Roussanov explains how 401(k)s are exposed to market volatility, the likelihood of government intervention, and what investors should expect in a crisis.
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Why AI Makes Collective Intelligence More Valuable Than Ever
Henning Piezunka, associate professor of management at the Wharton School, explains why AI isn’t replacing collective intelligence — it is transforming how organizations access, develop, and apply it to drive innovation and growth.
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Oil, AI, and the Fed: What’s Next for Markets?
Jeremy Siegel, Wharton emeritus professor of finance, examines interest rates, energy markets, AI spending, tariffs, and the economic forces shaping investor outlook.
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Why Prediction Markets Are More Than a Passing Trend
Wharton professor Abraham Wyner explains how prediction markets work, why they are growing, and how they differ from traditional sports betting.
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The New Strategy Behind Revenue Growth
Professor Raghu Iyengar discusses the expanding role of the chief revenue officer.
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What the World Cup Teaches Brands About Cultural Marketing
Wharton professor Americus Reed discusses how brands create cultural relevance beyond traditional sponsorship.
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Social Security’s Funding Crisis and the Future of Retirement
Wharton professor Kent Smetters explains Social Security’s projected funding shortfall, the risk of benefit cuts, and the policy choices ahead.
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Why Companies Are Rethinking the Rush to Implement AI
Wharton professor Santiago Gallino explains why AI falls short and human judgment still matters.
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Why Big Companies Are Rethinking How They Work With Startups
Professor Serguei Netessine explains how corporate venturing is evolving beyond traditional venture capital.
