Best Amy Avery Podcasts (2026)

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Building a Data-Driven Culture at Bank of America with Amy Avery 39:00

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14d ago39:00

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What does it really take to make data matter inside complex organizations, and why do so many insights fail to drive action? Amy Avery, Head of Analytics, Modeling & Insights at Bank of America, joins The Analytical Brand for a conversation on turning raw data into meaningful business decisions. She shares her journey from leading analytics in a cr…

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Why Effective Advertising Still Starts With Building Memory 38:28

18d ago38:28

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What actually makes advertising work, and why do so many brands still get it wrong? Welcome to The Analytical Brand. In this debut episode, we’re joined by advertising effectiveness expert Andrew Tindall for a sharp, insightful look at what truly drives impactful marketing. He and host Martin Schiere unpack the biggest mistakes brands make, from un…

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ACH Rules with Nacha's Amy Morris 31:09

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Our guest on this episode of Yodlee’s Data Driven Finance podcast is Amy Morris. Amy is Senior Director, ACH Network Rules at Nacha and prior to that, she was Business Leader for Global Operating Regulation Development at VISA. She is a true specialist in the electronic payments world, having worked for more than 15 years as part of multiple counci…

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Product Development with Neighborhood Trust's Theo Vaughn 21:29

3M ago21:29

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Our guest on this episode of Data Driven Finance is Theo Vaughn, Director of Product Services at Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners. Prior to his current role, Theo was Chief Experience Officer at Catapult Credit Services and Product Engagement Manager at Agora Data. He is celebrated as someone skilled in the art of cross-collaboration, and prod…

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Responsible Lending Through Data with David Silberman 27:12

4M ago27:12

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In this episode of Data Driven Finance, we talk with David Silberman. David is a Visiting Lecturer in Law at Yale Law School as well as a Senior Advisor to the Center for Responsible Lending, the Financial Health Network, and other notable organizations. He taught and lectured at Georgetown University and Harvard University, and was the Consumer Fi…

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Jeff Cain of Fidelity on Tech's Role in Building Wealth 18:05

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Our guest on this episode of Data Driven Finance is Jeff Cain, VP Fintech Research at Fidelity Investments. Before that he was Head of Partnerships at Brightside and spent eight years at Yodlee. Jeff got his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics at Stanford and a Masters from Harvard. We’re not really talking about Fidelity; we’re going bigger picture and…

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Gretchen Rodriguez of TD Bank on Payment Systems 26:35

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Our guest on this episode of Data Driven Finance is Gretchen Rodriguez, Head of Product for Payments at TD Bank. She approaches products with an entrepreneur’s mindset and has designed and launched products in fintech, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and identity & trust. Gretchen spent time as a Senior Product Manager and Product Owner at eBay, serves …

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Season 2 Finale: Top 8 Q&As with Harvard Business School Faculty 21:58

10M ago21:58

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In The Parlor Room's season two finale, host Chris Linnane shares his favorite questions and answers from his conversations with Harvard Business School faculty, including Christina Wallace, Felix Oberholzer-Gee, Amy Edmondson, Sunil Gupta, V.G. Narayanan, Nancy Koehn, and Anthony Mayo. Tune in for their insights into marketing, the future of work,…

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Season 2 Bonus Content (Part 2): Unreleased Insights on Leadership & Strategy 23:29

11M ago23:29

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In this second special episode of season two bonus content, host Chris Linnane shares exclusive, never-before-heard clips from his conversations with Harvard Business School faculty members. Tune in to hear Amy Edmondson, Anthony Mayo, Felix Oberholzer-Gee, and Nancy Koehn discuss leadership, strategy, and resilience. Amy Edmondson on Building High…

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Stephen Fishman and Matt McLarty of Boomi on Unbundling the Enterprise 34:36

11M ago34:36

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Our guests on this episode of Data Driven Finance are Stephen Fishman and Matt McLarty, authors of the book “Unbundling the Enterprise – APIs, Optionality, and the Science of Happy Accidents.” Stephen is North America Field CTO at Boomi and a Strategic Advisor at Revenium, while Matt is Boomi’s Chief Technology Officer. There’s a lot in the book ab…

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Season 2 Bonus Content (Part 1): AI & Navigating the Future of the Workplace 17:28

11M ago17:28

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In this special episode featuring season two bonus content, host Chris Linnane shares exclusive, unaired clips from his conversations with Harvard Business School faculty members on the topic of AI and navigating the future of the workplace. Tune in to hear from Sunil Gupta on marketing strategies, Anthony Mayo on effective leadership, Christina Wa…

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V.G. Narayanan on How Accounting Connects the Business World 31:54

12M ago31:54

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In this episode of The Parlor Room podcast, host Chris Linnane sits down with Harvard Business School Professor V.G. Narayanan, senior associate dean for HBS Online and Executive Education, an expert in financial accounting, to explore the essential role of financial statements in the business world. They discuss how understanding business dynamics…

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Steve Szpytek of Axos Bank on Consumer Product Development 24:19

12M ago24:19

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Our guest on this episode of Data Driven Finance is Steve Szpytek, SVP and Head of Consumer Product Development at Axos Bank. Axos Bank is a diversified technology-driven financial services company with a well-balanced portfolio of verticals within the bank. Topics discussed include: How technology is moving so fast, there’s always a new product ou…

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Nancy Koehn on How Crisis Brings Out Extraordinary Leadership 37:01

1y ago37:01

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In this episode of The Parlor Room podcast, host Chris Linnane sits down with Harvard Business School Professor Nancy Koehn, an expert in crisis leadership, to discuss how crisis brings out extraordinary leadership, highlighting key characteristics like self-awareness, emotional intelligence, ambition, and courage. They explore how empathy inspires…

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Kat Cloud of Yodlee on CFPB 1033 Rule Compliance 24:10

1y ago24:10

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Our guest on this episode of Data Driven Finance is Kat Cloud, Principal Director of Open Banking Compliance at Yodlee. Kat is also a Board member at the Financial Data Exchange, and prior to her time at Yodlee was head of UK Public Policy for Plaid. We discuss open banking compliance, specifically touching on the new CFPB 1033 rule, which is impor…

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Felix Oberholzer-Gee on the Frameworks of Business Strategy 25:22

1y ago25:22

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In this episode of The Parlor Room podcast, Chris sits down with Harvard Business School Professor Felix Oberholzer-Gee, an expert in strategic management, to explore key frameworks and concepts in business strategy. They discuss disruptive innovation, shifting industry dynamics, and the importance of strategic flexibility. Oberholzer-Gee also shar…

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Christina Wallace on Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset 29:48

1y ago29:48

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In this episode of The Parlor Room podcast, Chris sits down with startup advisor, founder, and Harvard Business School Professor Christina Wallace to discuss the critical role of building an entrepreneurial mindset. Wallace breaks down the distinctions between traditional marketing and entrepreneurial marketing, illustrating how mindset plays a piv…

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Anthony Mayo on What Makes an Effective Leader 27:57

1y ago27:57

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In this episode of The Parlor Room podcast, Chris sits down with Harvard Business School Professor Anthony Mayo, who offers expert insights into leadership skills and organizational change. Mayo discusses how individual leaders and companies can thrive in dynamic environments, emphasizing the qualities that set great leaders apart: emotional intell…

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Sunil Gupta on Data-Driven Digital Marketing Strategies 32:30

1y ago32:30

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In this episode of The Parlor Room podcast, Chris sits down with renowned marketing expert and Harvard Business School Professor Sunil Gupta to explore digital marketing’s transformative power. Gupta delves into data analytics’ critical role in shaping effective marketing strategies, highlighting how to use insights to gain a competitive edge. He a…

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Amy Edmondson on Building High-Performing Teams 33:34

1y ago33:34

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As mentioned in Poets&Quants, The Parlor Room's second season kicks off with Harvard Business School Professor Amy Edmondson. In this episode, she sits down with host Chris Linnane to delve into the concept of "teaming" and how organizations can foster it successfully through clear communication, psychological safety, and intelligent failure. GUEST…

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Larry Rosenberger of FICO on Analytics for Decision-Making 29:40

1y ago29:40

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Our guest this episode is Larry Rosenberger, Research Fellow at FICO and formerly CEO and VP of R&D at FICO. The views Larry expresses in this episode are his and not necessarily those of FICO. He’s also an advisor and serves on multiple Boards of Directors for early-stage startups. Larry came out of MIT and the UC Berkeley College of Engineering. …

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Avery Miller of RBC on Data in Loyalty Programs 21:15

1+ y ago21:15

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Our guest this episode is Avery Miller, VP and Head of Digital Consumer Product and the Avion Rewards Platform at RBC. Avery got his MBA at the University of Richmond and spent time before going to RBC at Capital One and PayPal. We talk about how connected finance impacts shopping and card use and loyalty programs. Topics include: How are financial…

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Chris Gifford of USAA Bank on Data and Analytics Strategies 24:48

1+ y ago24:48

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Our guest today is Chris Gifford, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at USAA Bank. We talk about data strategies, building with a mobile-first mentality and why people remain at the heart of innovation, covering such topics as: Working for a mission-driven organization and how this shapes USAA’s approach to data and analytics. The value of Advice as a …

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Justin Zeidman of Navy Federal Credit Union on Connected Finance 17:15

1+ y ago17:15

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Our guest this episode is Justin Zeidman, VP of Digital Strategy at Navy Federal Credit Union. We talk about how credit unions are approaching and adopting digital transformation and leveraging digital financial data. Topics covered include: How the credit union membership model differs from other banking institutions. Balancing tech with maintaini…

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Bonus Episode: Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute's Jen Stave on Harnessing AI for a Better Tomorrow 50:55

1+ y ago50:55

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In this special bonus episode of The Parlor Room—recorded live at HBS Online's Connext 2024 conference—host Chris Linnane sits down with Jen Stave, launch director of Harvard’s Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute. They discuss artificial intelligence's transformative impact across industries, the need for global regulation, and the importance of ma…

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Bruce Schilder of Accenture on Open Banking Transformations 16:54

1+ y ago16:54

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Bruce Schilder, North American Open Banking and Fintech Lead at Accenture. Bruce comes out of Syracuse’s Whitman School of Management, and before Accenture spent time at JPMorgan Chase and Sterling National Bank. We talk about open banking and digital transformation in banking from a consulting perspective. Topics covered include: How far we’ve alr…

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Dustin De Vincentis of Alumni Services on Digital Transformation 17:49

1+ y ago17:49

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In this episode, we talk with Dustin De Vincentis, Global Head of Financial Services at Alumni Services. Dustin comes out of Columbia business school and has spent time at JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley before joining Alumni Services. Dustin comments about the often rocky world of digital transformation in financial services, with topics such as: Wha…

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Introducing "Think Big, Buy Small," a New Harvard Business School Podcast 58:53

1+ y ago58:53

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Today, we’re sharing a special episode of Think Big, Buy Small, a new podcast from our friends at Harvard Business School. Think Big, Buy Small explores an innovative approach to entrepreneurship: acquisition entrepreneurship, with conversations exploring how to buy your own business, be your own boss, and get the financial benefits of your efforts…

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Steve Boms of Allon Advocacy on Open Bank Regulation 21:54

1+ y ago21:54

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Our guest this episode is Steve Boms, Founder and President at Allon Advocacy and also Executive Director of the Financial Data & Technology Association. Steve comes out of Penn State and has worked at Capital One, the International Securities Exchange, and the US House of Representatives assisting a senior member of the Financial Services Committe…

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Jose Tagunicar of Stratyfy on AI in Lending 14:26

1+ y ago14:26

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Our guest this episode is Jose Tagunicar, Product Strategy, Analytics, and Risk Management at Stratyfy. Jose was previously with FICO and Equifax. We talk about the latest takeaways from the FICO World 2024 gathering in San Diego, as well as how AI is being planned for and applied, particularly in the credit and lending space of finserv. Topics cov…

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David Snitkof of Ocrolus on Lending Data 26:11

1+ y ago26:11

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In this episode, we speak with David Snitkof, entrepreneur and SVP of Growth at Ocrolus about bringing lending institutions the data they need to make more efficient and effective assessments of potential borrowers while also evening the lending playing field for those borrowers. In our discussion we cover things like: Why it’s so important to have…

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Jean-Paul LaClair of FDX on Open Finance 15:15

1+ y ago15:15

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In this episode we talk with Jean-Paul LaClair, Senior Director of Product and Financial Data Exchange about the best ways to pursue open finance through adoption of systems and standards. Jean-Paul came out of Cornell University with a BA in Economics and Sociology, and prior to landing at Financial Data Exchange worked at USAA and M&T Bank. We co…

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Michael Whitt of ApexEdge on Subscriptions Management 14:36

1+ y ago14:36

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In this episode we speak with Michael Whitt, President and Co-founder of ApexEdge, about subscription-based products and services and how financial institutions can offer superior customer experiences related to subscriptions. In our discussion we cover things like: The disparities between consumers and providers. Why are so many businesses moving …

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Farouk Ferchichi on Financial Intelligence and Wellness 20:07

1+ y ago20:07

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In the debut episode of our podcast, we speak with Farouk Ferchichi, Group President of Envestnet | Yodlee and Global Head of Envestnet Data & Analytics about his fintech entrepreneurial background and how what he’s learned along the way is being applied now in his work at Envestnet. Our chat covers things like: Effective ways to sell transformatio…

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Bar Tools and Glassware 13:16

1+ y ago13:16

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What bar-specific tools do you REALLY need to get started? I narrow it down to three (with a fourth bonus tool if you're making some specific kinds of drinks). I'll also mention some of the make-it-work common things you might already have in your kitchen that can be substituted in a pinch. We'll also discuss glassware and my suggestions for places…

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Why Mediocre Mixology? 2:20

1+ y ago2:20

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Why is there another bartending podcast? Well, this one isn't for the pros, or the advanced home bartenders. This will help those curious about cocktails learn how to make them in the real world, without extra hullabaloo or complicated ingredients, and definitely no $60 booze bottles here.

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Season 1 Finale: Top 8 Q&As with Harvard Business School Faculty 25:49

2y ago25:49

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In The Parlor Room's season one finale, host Chris Linnane shares his favorite questions and answers from his conversations with Harvard Business School faculty, including Mihir Desai, Mike Wheeler, Jill Avery, Nien-hê Hsieh, Jeff Bussgang, Joshua Margolis, Forest Reinhardt, and Linda Hill. Tune in for their insights into finance, conflict manageme…

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Season 1 Bonus Content (Part 2): Linda Hill, Mihir Desai, Forest Reinhardt, and Joshua Margolis 20:24

2y ago20:24

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In our second special episode featuring season one bonus content, host Chris Linnane shares exclusive, unaired clips from his conversations with Harvard Business School faculty members. Tune in for insights from Linda Hill on leadership's imperatives and developing contextual intelligence, Mihir Desai on making finance more accessible, Forest Reinh…

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Season 1 Bonus Content (Part 1): Mike Wheeler, Jill Avery, Jeff Bussgang, and Nien-hê Hsieh 19:17

2y ago19:17

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In the first of two special episodes featuring season one bonus content, host Chris Linnane shares exclusive, unaired clips from his conversations with Harvard Business School faculty members. Tune in to hear from Mike Wheeler on negotiation, Jill Avery on branding, Jeff Bussgang on entrepreneurship, and Nien-hê Hsieh on ethics and artificial intel…

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Linda Hill on Leading Change and the Paradoxes of Management 25:48

2y ago25:48

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Great leadership requires being both a value creator and a game changer. In this episode of The Parlor Room, host Chris Linnane sits down with HBS Professor Linda Hill to explore what that means through the lens of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine development. They also discuss the paradoxes of management and the three roles leaders must play to innovate …

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Forest Reinhardt on Climate Change and the Tragedy of the Commons 28:52

2y ago28:52

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How can businesses navigate the complexities of climate change? Host Chris Linnane and Harvard Business School Professor Forest Reinhardt delve into that question in this episode. They discuss the tragedy of the commons, explore the challenges of creating and selling a carbon-neutral beer, and answer listener questions about what responsibilities c…

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Joshua Margolis on Elevating Your Leadership Style 28:32

2y ago28:32

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Host Chris Linnane welcomes Harvard Business School Professor Joshua Margolis to The Parlor Room for an engaging conversation about organizational leadership. They discuss how to develop yourself as a leader by examining the story of Rakefet Russak-Aminoach, the former CEO of Bank Leumidive. They then dive into how Levi Strauss & Co. CEO Chip Bergh…

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Nien-hê Hsieh on Ethical AI, Decision-Making, and Investing 26:32

2y ago26:32

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Harvard Business School Professor Nien-hê Hsieh joins host Chris Linnane in The Parlor Room to discuss preserving work's human element with the proliferation of artificial intelligence and how Theranos' story imparts vital lessons about ethical decision-making and investing. GUEST Nien-hê Hsieh, Kim B. Clark Professor of Business Administration RES…

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Jeff Bussgang on the Rise of AI & Raising Venture Capital 27:03

2y ago27:03

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This week on The Parlor Room, Harvard Business School Senior Lecturer Jeff Bussgang, a former entrepreneur turned venture capitalist, joins host Chris Linnane to discuss the rise of generative AI, why experimentation is vital to finding product-market fit, and how to raise venture capital successfully. He also goes over how to come up with good bus…

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Jill Avery on Building a Winning Brand Portfolio 29:27

2y ago29:27

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What can you learn about brand portfolio strategy from Marriott's $13.3 billion acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts? Harvard Business School Senior Lecturer Jill Avery joins host Chris Linnane in The Parlor Room to answer that question and discuss how Marriott overcame the challenge of managing its robust 30-brand portfolio. GUEST Jill Avery, …

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Mike Wheeler on the Jazz of Negotiation 22:38

2y ago22:38

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In this episode of The Parlor Room, Harvard Business School Professor Mike Wheeler speaks with host Chris Linnane about how negotiation's improvisational nature makes it much like jazz. He also shares stories about a former president's photo and the acquisition of a television system to illustrate strategies for succeeding at the bargaining table. …

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Mihir Desai on Apple's Powerful Financial Model 24:54

2y ago24:54

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In this debut episode of The Parlor Room, host and Harvard Business School Online Creative Director Chris Linnane sits down with HBS Professor Mihir Desai to discuss how Apple's financial model contributes to its success and illustrates a critical lesson about risk management. GUEST Mihir Desai, Mizuho Financial Group Professor of Finance, Harvard …

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Trailer: Introducing The Parlor Room 1:00

2+ y ago1:00

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Harvard Business School Online is excited to introduce The Parlor Room, a new podcast featuring entertaining, insightful conversations with HBS professors that demystify vital business concepts and provide practical takeaways for your career. Follow HBS Online LinkedIn Facebook Instagram TikTok XBy Harvard Business School Online

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48 - Creepy & Unsettling True Crime Cases - Reddit Stories 37:55

2+ y ago37:55

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On this week's epiosde, Avery and Dylan read some very creepy and unsettling true crime cases from Reddit. The stories range from small town true crime cases, cases with shocking twists, and stories that will make you double check if your front door is locked. Business Inquiries: [email protected] Website: https://truetimepod.com/ Links: Go to…

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47 - Cruise Ship Nightmare - The Case of Amy Lynn Bradley 34:58

2+ y ago34:58

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On this week's episode, Avery and Dylan talk about the case of Amy Lynn Bradley. Amy Lynn Bradley was a 23-year-old college graduate who vanished from a cruise ship in 1998 while traveling with her family in the Caribbean. Her disappearance sparked a decades-long search that involved the FBI, private investigators, and multiple sightings of her on …