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Ripple Effect

Wharton faculty break down the “why” behind their research and what it means to you.


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  • 1. Charitable and Political Giving | Pinar Yildirim

    20:12||Season 16, Ep. 1
    Wharton’s Pinar Yildirim untangles the relationship between charitable and political giving, which are both on the rise. This episode is part of a series on “Charitable Giving.”
  • 6. Leadership and Elections | Mike Useem

    16:16||Season 15, Ep. 6
    Wharton’s Mike Useem discusses the critical qualities needed from leaders, whether they are running the country or running a business. This episode is part of a series on the “Business of Elections.”
  • 5. Are Brands Playing It Safe During Elections? (Part 2) | Americus Reed

    12:35||Season 15, Ep. 5
    Wharton’s Americus Reed navigates the turbulent waters of marketing and branding in a highly charged election cycle. This is the second half of a two-part episode in the “Business of Elections” series.
  • 4. Are Brands Playing It Safe During Elections? (Part 1) | Americus Reed

    16:19||Season 15, Ep. 4
    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.
  • 3. How Election Tax Plans Affect Your Paycheck | Kent Smetters

    14:51||Season 15, Ep. 3
    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.”
  • 2. Role of Firms in Immigration and Economic Prosperity | Britta Glennon

    15:21||Season 15, Ep. 2
    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.”