The Dollar’s Dominance Is Eroding
Investors are increasingly eying alternatives to the world’s strongest currency.
David Rubenstein on Leading the Parade
The D.C. denizen reflects on his time in Jimmy Carter’s White House, recalls how he got into leveraged buyouts, and shares why he thinks you're not working hard enough if you never fail.
The GenAI Divide: Who’s Using ChatGPT to Save Time at Home
Younger, wealthier households are more likely to use AI to boost efficiency and enjoy more downtime.
How Falling Interest Rates Widened Americans’ Wealth Gap
Low interest rates fueled an asset boom that benefited the wealthy — and would amplify the hit of potential Social Security cuts on low-income retirees.
Shrinking the Fed’s Balance Sheet Is Easier Said Than Done
Darrell Duffie discusses ways to trim the central bank’s $6.7 trillion balance sheet — and potential obstacles.
Quick Study: Could AI Predict Your Next Job?
The technology behind LLMs can be adapted to forecast more than words.
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Are A.I. Text Generators Thinking Like Humans — Or Just Very Good at Convincing Us They Are?
A researcher’s experiments raise uncomfortable questions about the rapid evolution of large language models.

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Quick Thinks: How Others Define Us
In this bonus episode, Brian Lowery discusses his new book, Selfless: The Social Creation of You.

April 04, 2023
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Pivot, Adapt, Grow: Building a Fashion Brand in Kenya
A “warrior for economic growth” describes how the fashion industry can boost African communities’ well-being.

March 29, 2023
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How Savvy Shoppers Undermined India’s Great Cash Swap
Consumers used retail transactions to keep an estimated $1.5 billion out of the country’s tax system.

March 28, 2023
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You Need a Manifesto: How to Communicate Your Convictions
In this episode, the d.school’s Charlotte Burgess-Auburn explains the power of crafting your own personal manifesto.

March 23, 2023
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Why Do Companies Cook the Books? Look to the Bean Counters.
Paying corporate accountants more removes incentives for financial misreporting.

March 22, 2023
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Explainer: What Is an Algorithm?
Algorithms aren’t just for coders and computers. Watch to learn why.

March 21, 2023
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It’s Not About You: Why Effective Communicators Put Others First
In this episode, Nancy Duarte explains why the audience is the real hero of your presentation.

March 20, 2023
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Many U.S. Banks Face the Same Risks That Brought Down Silicon Valley Bank
A new analysis finds that $2.2 trillion in losses and nervous customers could spark more bank runs.
March 17, 2023
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Brian Chesky on Managing Through Crisis and Uncertainty
In this podcast episode, the co-founder and CEO of Airbnb discusses how to gain customer loyalty and offers lessons in crisis management.

March 17, 2023
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7 Insights to Boost Creativity at Work
Research-based approaches for bringing fresh ideas to teams and organizations.

March 15, 2023
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Experts Discuss the State of U.S. Banking After the Silicon Valley Bank Collapse
Four finance professors talk about the ongoing risks banks face and the consequences of backstopping uninsured deposits.

March 15, 2023
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When It Comes to Half-Truths, No News Is Bad News
Does prohibiting managers from issuing incomplete disclosures lead them to reveal more information?

March 14, 2023
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Fact or Fiction? How to Communicate When We Hold Different Beliefs
In this episode, Seema Yasmin explains what to do when we disagree about our deepest-held beliefs.

March 14, 2023
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Short Takes: Sweet Success — Can You Build an Ice Cream Unicorn in India?
The keys to sweet success for an ice cream business in India? Day-to-day discipline and execution.

March 13, 2023
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A New Look at Immigrants’ Outsize Contribution to Innovation in the U.S.
Foreign-born inventors generate a disproportionate share of patents — and make their U.S.-born collaborators more productive.

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Magic Words: Change What You Say to Inspire and Influence Others
In this episode, Jonah Berger, PhD ’07, shares the secret to persuading others and getting your ideas to catch on.

March 07, 2023
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How Consumers Reacted to 2020’s Flood of Corporate “Confessions”
Flipping the PR playbook by admitting wrongdoing can improve a firm’s image and mobilize support for social causes, according to new research.

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Auto-Renew Snags New Subscribers — But It’s Not a Good Way to Keep Them
Companies seeking loyal consumers shouldn’t take advantage of their tendency to stick with unwanted subscriptions.

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Equity by Design: How Diversity Ignites Creativity
In this episode, Professor Adina Sterling discusses how we can foster more diversity for healthier social networks and stronger high-performing teams.

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Why We See Rescue Robots as Helpers, Not Heroes
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