Podcasts
Welcome to the Index, a podcast by Rice Business Wisdom, created in partnership with Texas Monthly
The Index is a podcast from Rice Business Wisdom, our ideas and research online publication. Through engaging conversations, the show explores the science behind work, culture, innovation and everyday life — translating academic research into stories and insights that resonate beyond the classroom.
Developed in partnership with Texas Monthly and hosted by journalist Saul Elbein (The New York Times Magazine, This American Life), The Index features Rice Business faculty and other experts examining topics ranging from epiphanies and scandals to live performance economics and collaboration. Each episode brings research to life in an accessible, narrative-driven format designed for curious listeners everywhere.
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EPISODE 1
The Strangely Immovable Economics Of Live Performance
A conversation with Dean Peter Rodriguez on his research into what live performance reveals about our economic future.
EPISODE 2
The Surprising Science Of Scandal
Professor Anastasiya Zavyalova, a scholar of scandals, reveals startling truths about public-facing scandals, from NCAA to the Catholic Church.
EPISODE 3
Inside The Magic Of Work Epiphanies
A conversation with Professor Erik Dane about epiphanies at work and in life: how they happen and what they tell us about the nature of problem-solving.
EPISODE 4
Live Long And Prosper– What America’s Newcomers Know About Living Longer & Saving Money
Rice Business Wisdom Editor Claudia Kolker explores some surprising ways Americans can benefit from the skills and habits of people new to the U.S.
EPISODE 5
Unmarketing: A Guide To Not Buying Anything
A conversation with Professor Utpal Dholakia, a marketing expert who encourages people to buy and consume prudently to maximize pleasure.
EPISODE 6
The Cantankerous Community Meal
A discussion featuring Professor Doug Schuler examining the challenges in social sector collaborations to address food insecurity.
EPISODE 7
Is Texas Still Full Of Wildcatters?
A discussion featuring Gaby Rowe, Marc Nathan and Lawson Gow exploring the question of whether and how Texas stacks up for starting businesses, taking big risks, and forging new industries. Session will touch on Houston as an innovation hub.
TRAILERS
Get a sneak peek of each episode of The Index with the trailers below.
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