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#40 Capitalism, Uncovered: The Hidden History of Capitalism You’ve Never Heard with Sven Beckert
Apr 28, 2026
45m 19s
#39 The Right Way: J&J, Tylenol, and the Ethics of Crisis Leadership
Mar 29, 2026
13m 28s
#38 The Power of Mattering: The Hidden Driver of Motivation at Work with Zach Mercurio
Mar 12, 2026
49m 06s
#37 Measuring Biodiversity: When Nature Becomes an Asset with Viraj Sikand
Feb 24, 2026
39m 42s
#36 Above All Price: Rethinking Dignity at Work with Kristen Lucas
Jan 29, 2026
36m 06s
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| 4/28/26 | #40 Capitalism, Uncovered: The Hidden History of Capitalism You’ve Never Heard with Sven Beckert | In this episode of the Business and Society Podcast, Senthil speaks with Sven Beckert about his sweeping new book, Capitalism: A Global History. Spanning nearly a millennium, the conversation challenges conventional narratives of capitalism as a purely Western or modern phenomenon. Beckert traces its origins to early global merchant networks—from the Arabian Peninsula to South Asia—and explains how capitalism was “born global,” long before the term globalization entered modern discourse. Toge... | 45m 19s | ||||||
| 3/29/26 | #39 The Right Way: J&J, Tylenol, and the Ethics of Crisis Leadership | In the very first episode of The Right Way mini-series, Senthil and Vihaan revisit one of the most famous business ethics cases ever taught: the 1982 Tylenol crisis. What began as a horrifying act of product tampering—when seven people in the Chicago area died after taking cyanide-laced Tylenol capsules—quickly became a defining test of corporate leadership, public trust, and moral courage. At the time, Tylenol was one of the most successful consumer brands in America, making the crisis not o... | 13m 28s | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | #38 The Power of Mattering: The Hidden Driver of Motivation at Work with Zach Mercurio | In this episode of the Business and Society Podcast, Senthil Nathan speaks with researcher and leadership expert Zach Mercurio, author of The Power of Mattering. Together they explore a simple but powerful idea: people thrive at work when they feel that they truly matter. Drawing on research across industries, Zach explains why small everyday interactions—being noticed, affirmed, and needed—can have a far greater impact on motivation and engagement than perks, pay, or promotions. The conversa... | 49m 06s | ||||||
| 2/24/26 | #37 Measuring Biodiversity: When Nature Becomes an Asset with Viraj Sikand | In this episode of the Business and Society Podcast, Senthil speaks with Viraj Sikand, CEO of EarthAcre, about one of the biggest emerging frontiers in sustainable business: market-based solutions for biodiversity. Viraj shares his journey from growing up in a conservation-focused family in Kenya to building climate and circular-economy ventures in the U.S., and ultimately launching a platform designed to help Indigenous and community landowners get paid to protect nature. The conversation e... | 39m 42s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | #36 Above All Price: Rethinking Dignity at Work with Kristen Lucas | In this episode of the Business and Society podcast, Senthil is joined by Dr. Kristen Lucas, Professor of Management at the University of Louisville and one of the leading scholars on workplace dignity. Drawing on her personal background and decades of research, Kristen explains what dignity at work really means—beyond the absence of bullying—and how it connects to people’s sense of self-worth, competence, and contribution. She traces the evolution of dignity from its philosophical roots to i... | 36m 06s | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | #35 Women, Work, and Power: Inside Patriarchy, Inc. with Cordelia Fine | In this episode, Senthil speaks with Professor Cordelia Fine about women in the workplace and the ideas behind her new book Patriarchy, Inc. They explore how gender norms, power, and status shape modern work, why the “business case” for gender equality can fall short, and what real workplace reform could look like. Please visit our website, www.businessandsociety.net, for more inspiration. | 54m 51s | ||||||
| 12/18/25 | #34 Dark Patterns: How Design Nudges Become Exploits with Marie Potel | This episode of Business and Society unpacks “dark patterns” – deceptive design features in apps and websites that push people into actions they never intended, such as unwanted subscriptions, extra fees, oversharing data, or staying online longer than planned. Guest Marie Potel, founder of Fair Patterns, explains that these patterns are fundamentally different from normal marketing because they exploit cognitive biases and obscure critical information, undermining user autonomy, distorting c... | 37m 31s | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | #33 How Sustainability Fuels New Business Models with Ivanka Visnjic | In this episode of the Business and Society podcast, host Senthil speaks with Dr Ivanka Visnjic, Professor of Innovation at ESADE Business School, about how companies can unlock opportunities at the intersection of sustainability and innovation. Drawing from her research and fieldwork across global industries, Ivanka explains why sustainability should be treated as a transformation challenge, not a compliance exercise—one that requires the same capabilities that fuel innovation: long-term vis... | 37m 50s | ||||||
| 11/24/25 | #32 Corporate Philanthropy: Trends, Challenges, and Emerging Priorities with Dario Soto Abril | In this episode, Senthil speaks with Dario Soto-Abril, Executive Director of the Trafigura Foundation, about how corporate philanthropy is shifting toward catalytic, risk-tolerant funding that supports climate adaptation and community resilience. Drawing on his global career, Dario explains what sets corporate philanthropy apart—its ability to leverage business resources for public good while prioritizing innovation, additionality, and strong community partnerships. He also highlights why ada... | 33m 54s | ||||||
| 9/18/25 | #31: Sustainability or Strain? EUDR’s Ripple Effect on Coffee Farmers with Etelle Higonnet | This episode of the Business and Society podcast features a conversation with Etelle Higonnet, founder of Coffee Watch, Yale alumna, and renowned environmental activist. The discussion centers on the European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and its profound implications for smallholder coffee farmers worldwide. Main Topics Covered EUDR Impact: The episode explains the intent and scope of EUDR, emphasizing how the regulation aims to halt deforestation linked to key commodities—especia... | 1h 01m 07s | ||||||
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| 9/4/25 | #30 Remote Work: Does Working from Home Work? with Nick Bloom | In this episode, Senthil sits with Professor Nick Bloom of Stanford University to discuss the evolution, research, and future of remote, hybrid, and in-person work. Drawing from global data and his landmark Trip.com study, Nick explains why hybrid models now dominate professional work, how work-from-home trends differ across countries and industries, and their impacts on productivity, innovation, and employee wellbeing. The conversation highlights the importance of coordinated hybrid schedule... | 48m 17s | ||||||
| 8/18/25 | #29 The World's Most Complex Market?: Understanding Consumer India with Rama Bijapurkar | In this episode of the Business and Society podcast, Senthil delves into the complexities of the Indian consumer market with renowned market expert and author Rama Bijapurkar. Drawing from four decades of research, Rama outlines the transformational journey of India's consumer economy—from pre-liberalization austerity to the explosion of choices and rising competition after 1991. The discussion highlights the unique nature of the Indian market, the enduring relevance of kirana (mom-and-pop) s... | 1h 09m 56s | ||||||
| 8/5/25 | #28 Operational Excellence Meets Dignity: Why Good Jobs Are Good Business with Zeynep Ton | Senthil sits with renowned MIT Sloan professor Zeynep Ton, author of The Good Jobs Strategy and The Case for Good Jobs, for a conversation to reveal how investing in frontline employees with fair pay, stable schedules, and meaningful career paths is not just ethical—but a true competitive advantage. Hear compelling stories, research insights, and real-world examples from leading companies like Costco, Sam’s Club, and Mercadona that show how systemic change, not piecemeal fixes, creates bette... | 54m 33s | ||||||
| 7/14/25 | #27 iStory: Apple in China with Patrick McGee | In this episode, Senthil sits with Patrick McGee, author of Apple in China and reporter at the Financial Times, delve into the intricate world of Apple's global supply chain, exploring the company's relationship with China, the role of Foxconn, and the impact of COVID-19 on labor conditions. They discuss how Apple's manufacturing processes have shaped the smartphone market and the ethical dilemmas the company faces in balancing profit with human rights. The conversation highlights the symbiot... | 1h 02m 33s | ||||||
| 7/2/25 | #26 The Four-Day Workweek: Revolution or Risk? with Juliet B. Schor | What if working less could actually mean achieving more? The four-day workweek has emerged from pandemic-era workplace experiments as perhaps the most promising innovation in how we structure our professional lives in decades. But misconceptions abound about what this shift really means and whether it's sustainable for businesses beyond a temporary feel-good measure. Professor Juliet Schor, economist and sociologist at Boston College, joins us to share groundbreaking research from hundreds o... | 52m 23s | ||||||
| 6/10/25 | #25 Rethinking Management Education: From Shareholders to Society with Andrew Hoffman | What happens when business schools continue teaching the same shareholder capitalism model that's driving our planet toward environmental collapse and social inequality? Professor Andy Hoffman, holding joint appointments at University of Michigan's Ross School of Business and School for Environment and Sustainability, takes us on a profound journey examining the broken state of business education and its potential for transformation. Business schools were originally conceived to teach commer... | 1h 00m 11s | ||||||
| 5/27/25 | #24 The Hidden Chains: Modern Slavery in Global Supply Chains with Justine Nolan | Hidden beneath the glossy surface of our global economy lurks a devastating reality: 40 million people trapped in modern slavery. In this eye-opening conversation, Professor Justine Nolan, Director of the Australian Human Rights Institute, reveals the complex web of exploitation that permeates supply chains across industries. Modern slavery isn't a relic of history—it's a present-day crisis hiding in plain sight. Justine expertly unpacks how today's slavery manifests through psychological co... | 36m 24s | ||||||
| 5/13/25 | #23 Overwork: Redefining Success and Sanity with Brigid Schulte | We're facing a crisis of overwork that's literally killing us. In this eye-opening conversation, award-winning journalist and author Brigid Schulte reveals how our toxic work culture has made overwork the norm, with devastating consequences for our health, happiness, and productivity. Brigid traces the origins of our overwork epidemic to the 1980s when corporate priorities shifted toward shareholder value above all else. This transformation created what she calls "greedy work" - jobs that de... | 53m 53s | ||||||
| 4/24/25 | #22 Women's Fight for Workplace Equality: What is the progress? with Naomi Cahn and June Carbone | In a world where more women are entering the workforce than ever before, why does the gender wage gap persist so stubbornly? Our guests Naomi Cahn and June Carbone, legal scholars and co-authors of "Fair Shake: Women and the Fight to Build a Just Economy," reveal the hidden game being played in workplaces across the globe. The conversation begins with Betty Dukes, a Walmart employee told "people like you don't become managers" - a story that eventually led to the largest class action lawsuit... | 1h 08m 18s | ||||||
| 4/2/25 | #21 Relationships Over Resources: Why Human Ingenuity Drives Corporations in the 21st Century with John Kay | Sir John Kay delivers a masterful analysis of how corporations have evolved from their industrial origins to today's knowledge-driven enterprises, revealing profound insights about the changing nature of business success. Drawing on his distinguished career spanning academia, business, and finance, Kay traces the corporate journey from the industrial titans of the Gilded Age through the professionally managed firms of mid-20th century America to today's "hollow corporations" like Apple. His ... | 41m 39s | ||||||
| 3/18/25 | #20 The Monopoly Problem: How Market Power is Reshaping Our Economy with Matt Stoller | Have you ever wondered why essential goods like baby formula, eggs, and lifesaving medications keep facing shortages? The answer lies in monopoly power—a force reshaping our world in ways both visible and hidden. Matt Stoller, director of Research at the American Economic Liberties Project and author of "Goliath: The Hundred-Year War Between Monopoly Power and Democracy," joins us for a profound exploration of how concentrated economic power threatens not just markets but the systems that ke... | 49m 51s | ||||||
| 3/3/25 | #19 Navigating the New Sustainability Landscape: Insights for Business Leaders with Tim Mohin | Corporate sustainability is more than just a trend—it's an essential element of modern business strategy. In this episode, we sit down with Tim Mohin, a seasoned leader in climate and sustainability, to navigate the intricate relationship between corporate responsibility and the dynamic market environment. We discuss how today’s corporate leaders must balance shareholder interests, regulatory pressures, and evolving consumer expectations. As Tim shares insights from his extensive exper... | 37m 15s | ||||||
| 2/18/25 | #18 Navigating 'The Age of Outrage': Leading in a World on Edge with Karthik Ramanna | Professor Karthik Ramanna, a prominent authority on business-government relations and sustainable capitalism, joins us to unravel the themes from his compelling book, "The Age of Outrage: How to Lead in a Polarized World." Our conversation touches on his influential role as the inaugural director of Oxford's Blavatnik School of Government's Master of Public Policy program. Discover how his course on managing organizations in polarized times served as a springboard for his book, and how engagi... | 52m 02s | ||||||
| 2/3/25 | #17 Beyond the Tag: Understanding the True Price with Michel Scholte | Brace yourself for a paradigm shift in how we perceive pricing as we welcome Michel Scholte, co-founder of True Price and Impact Institute. Discover the groundbreaking concept of "True Price" that integrates social and environmental costs into everyday pricing, challenging current market norms. Michel shares his personal journey, deeply influenced by experiences of global poverty and inequality, and argues passionately for consumer-friendly systems that truly reflect the costs of goods and se... | 45m 47s | ||||||
| 1/14/25 | #16 Chain of challenges: Inside the Global Supply Chains with Peter Goodman | Discover the changing landscape of global supply chains with Peter Goodman, The New York Times' global economic correspondent. He sheds light on the seismic shifts in global supply chains and the vulnerabilities laid bare by the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions. Uncover how the rise of economic nationalism and elite influence is reshaping trade and labour, turning the promise of liberalised trade on its head. Peter's insights from his book, "How the World Ran Out of Everything: In... | 36m 06s | ||||||
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