Ripple Effect

Charitable giving goes up when donors are asked to express themselves through their choices, according to research from Wharton’s Jonah Berger. This episode is part of a series on “Charitable Giving.”

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.”

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.”

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.

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.

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.”

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.”

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.