Ripple Effect

Wharton marketing professor Americus Reed talks about the risks and rewards for companies that take a political stand during this polarizing election cycle. This is the first half of a two-part episode in the “Business of Elections” series.

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The economic policies of both presidential candidates will raise the federal deficit, according to the Penn Wharton Budget Model. Wharton’s Kent Smetters explains why. This episode is part of a series on the “Business of Elections.”

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Wharton’s Britta Glennon shares her research that dispels long-held myths about immigrants and how they influence the U.S. economy. This episode is part of a series on the “Business of Elections.”

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In this year’s presidential election, both political parties are unwilling to tackle the burgeoning national debt. Wharton’s Joao Gomes warns that inaction is putting the country on a perilous economic path. This episode is part of a series on the “Business of Elections.”

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In case you missed it, listen to curated excerpts from the summer’s Ripple Effect “Financial Literacy” series in this special episode. Wharton faculty discuss financial literacy for teens, understanding healthcare debt and bankruptcy, AI in financial advising, and why financial literacy education should be lifelong.

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In case you missed it, listen to curated excerpts from the summer’s Ripple Effect “Meet the Authors” series in this special episode. Featured Wharton faculty authors include Witold Henisz, Cait Lamberton, Stefano Puntoni, Zeke Hernandez, Jeremy Seigel, Stew Friedman, and R. Jisung Park.

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In case you missed it, listen to curated excerpts from the summer’s Ripple Effect “Back to School” series in this special episode. Wharton faculty discuss appropriate compensation for student athletes, AI in education, whether college degrees are worth the cost, and transitioning from summer jobs.

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Teens may underestimate the value of soft skills when looking for a job, but research from Wharton’s Judd Kessler shows how it can help them succeed in the labor market. This episode is part of the “Back to School” series.

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Is the cost of college worth it? Wharton’s Peter Cappelli breaks down the pros and cons of getting a degree. This episode is part of the “Back to School” series.

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As a new school year unfolds, Wharton’s Christian Terwiesch reflects on how AI is changing education. This episode is part of the “Back to School” series.

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