Best Harvard Business School Online Podcasts (2025)

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#6 - Thorsten Walther, CEO of Inspify, on the Importance of Storytelling in Luxury Brand Communication 54:57

2M ago54:57

54:57

In this discussion from Singapore, the founder and CEO of Inspify emphasizes the transformative power of storytelling in luxury brand communication. He highlights the need for brands to create emotional connections with consumers, particularly in the context of luxury shopping, where expectations for quality and engagement are high. The conversatio…

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#5 - Damian Maib CEO of Genuine & Thomas Derksen host of 'Made in China' podcast on the Luxury Market's Historic Shift & the Power of Social Commerce 1:21:48

3M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Damian Maib is the Founder & CEO of GENUINE, a leading e-commerce enabler agency and consultancy that connects global brands with the Asian e-commerce landscape. Through GENUINE, he has helped renowned consumer brands such as P&G, Beiersdorf, adidas, Sebamed, cosnova, Steiff and Electrolux, as well as B2B industrial companies like LAPP, Helukabel a…

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

3M ago21:58

21:58

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

4M ago23:29

23:29

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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#4 - Torsten Müller-Ötvös: Former CEO of Rolls-Royce Motorcars 1:05:39

4M ago1:05:39

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In this podcast episode, Torsten Müller-Ötvös, the former CEO of Rolls Royce Motorcars, discusses his transformative journey in luxury automotive branding. He emphasizes the shift from traditional perceptions of car ownership to a focus on experiences and client engagement, particularly among younger, more diverse clientele. Torsten highlights the …

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

4M ago17:28

17:28

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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#3 - Niccolò Ricci: CEO of Stefano Ricci on Merging Luxury and Sustainability 31:25

4M ago31:25

31:25

In this Future of Luxury podcast, Niccolò Ricci, CEO of Stefano Ricci, discusses the brand's evolution from ties to a diverse range of luxury products, emphasizing quality and design. He highlights the importance of experiences in remote locations, like Cambodia, as part of the brand's vision, encouraging clients to connect with nature. The podcast…

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

5M ago31:54

31:54

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

6M ago37:01

37:01

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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#2 - Jonathan Levine: Founder of Master & Dynamic on Shaping the Future of Luxury Audio Experiences 41:23

6M ago41:23

41:23

In this podcast episode, Jonathan Levine, the founder, and CEO of Master & Dynamic, shares his journey of creating a luxury audio brand inspired by his son's love for music. Launched in 2014, the company emphasizes design and craftsmanship, prioritizing quality materials and acoustic performance over technology hype. Levine discusses the importance…

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

6M ago25:22

25:22

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

6M ago29:48

29:48

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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#1 - Luc Rochereau: General Director of Marco Valente on How Emotional Connections Shape the Essence of Luxury 1:36:09

7M ago1:36:09

1:36:09

In an engaging podcast episode, Luc Rochereau draws on his extensive luxury industry experience to highlight the crucial role of emotional connections in luxury sales. He explains how successful salespeople tap into clients' emotions to truly understand their needs, ultimately driving impactful sales results. Luc underscores the importance of deliv…

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Anthony Mayo on What Makes an Effective Leader 27:57

7M ago27:57

27:57

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

7M ago32:30

32:30

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

8M ago33:34

33:34

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

10M ago50:55

50:55

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

11M ago58:53

58:53

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

1y ago25:49

25:49

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

1+ y ago20:24

20:24

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

1+ y ago19:17

19:17

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

1+ y ago25:48

25:48

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

1+ y ago28:52

28:52

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

1+ y ago28:32

28:32

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

1+ y ago26:32

26:32

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

1+ y ago27:03

27:03

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

1+ y ago29:27

29:27

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

1+ y ago22:38

22:38

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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Karate Coach Dr. Pradeep Kumar Yadav New Pod 13:01

1+ y ago13:01

13:01

Check out my latest episode!By Karate Coach Dr. Pradeep Kumar Yadav

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

1+ y ago24:54

24:54

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

1+ y ago1:00

1:00

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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Karate Coach Dr. Pradeep Kumar Yadav New Pod 1:47

2+ y ago1:47

1:47

Karate Coach Dr. Pradeep Kumar Yadav again rocks!By Karate Coach Dr. Pradeep Kumar Yadav

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Karate Coach Dr. Pradeep Kumar Yadav New Pod! 21:42

2+ y ago21:42

21:42

Karate Coach Dr. Pradeep Kumar Yadav New Pod!By Karate Coach Dr. Pradeep Kumar Yadav

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19. How to Find and Keep a Mentor with Dr. Kerry Ann Rockquemore 1:10:32

3+ y ago1:10:32

1:10:32

In this episode, my mentor, Dr. Kerry Ann Rockquemore and I are sharing what you need to know about the steps you have to take to start looking for a mentor, what to actually look for in a mentor, how to initiate a conversation, and how to make the most of your time. Kerry Ann explains that one of the best services you can do yourself is to ask, “W…

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Michelle Lizotte-Waniewski 40:34

3+ y ago40:34

40:34

Though she didn't always plan on a career in education, Michelle Lizotte-Waniewski clearly has a lot of passion for helping others succeed. As the lead course director for basic sciences and the director of student success and wellness at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University, Dr. Lizotte-Waniewski has supported …

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18: Entrepreneurial Intervention: Asia Small of The Purpose of Prep 47:32

3+ y ago47:32

47:32

Welcome to the debut of a brand new Scale Your Joy segment, the Entrepreneurial Intervention! Episode 18: Entrepreneurial Intervention - Asia Small of The Purpose of Prep is an interview with an amazing young entrepreneur who has hit the ground running with her college admissions business. We talk about how I got started, the steps Asia has already…

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17: Balancing Creativity and Business with Aleksej Aarsaether 51:27

3+ y ago51:27

51:27

In this episode, we’re going backstage with the oh-so-creative Aleksej Aarsaether and talking all about the joys and challenges of balancing creative talents with a career in business. Aleksej is a screenwriter, theater actor and director, an excellent salesperson and trainer, and soon-to-be Oxford MBA graduate. Just a year ago, Aleksej joined my t…

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Suraj Samtani 15:51

3+ y ago15:51

15:51

Medical oncologist Dr. Suraj Samtani discusses his approach to professional development, and his contributions to research and educational projects that he hopes will improve outcomes for cancer patients across Latin America.

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16: Black Girls Must Die Exhausted with Jayne Allen 1:00:01

3+ y ago1:00:01

1:00:01

This month, I am thrilled to bring you an interview with the multitalented, fulfilled and purposeful Jayne Allen, author of Black Girls Must Die Exhausted. We’ll explore the ups and downs of the journey that led her to write Black Girls Must Die Exhausted, and meet her deliciously deep and relatable protagonist, Tabitha Walker. Get inspired with me…

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15: My Answers to 10 Vulnerable Questions 30:41

4y ago30:41

30:41

I’m showing my love this week by sharing details about myself! To show my appreciation for you loyal listeners, I’m answering personal questions so you can really get to know me, Kaneisha Grayson, host of Scale Your Joy, founder of The Art of Applying, woman with hopes and dreams and fears! Tune into Episode 15: My Answers to 10 Vulnerable Question…

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Richard Schwartzstein 32:31

4y ago32:31

32:31

Dr. Richard Schwartzstein has had a long, diverse career as a physician and teacher. In this edition of the Learning Paths podcast, the Harvard Medical School professor speaks with HMX faculty director Michael Parker about his professional motivations and the unique challenges and rewards of teaching - both in the classroom and online.…

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14: 5 Money Mistakes I Made in My Million-Dollar Business 26:22

4y ago26:22

26:22

This week I’m talking money, honey! Tune in to learn from some of the imperfect actions I’ve taken with Episode 14: 5 Money Mistakes I Made in My Million-Dollar Business. When I started my business with just me and my laptop, I was a Harvard Business School and Harvard Kennedy School graduate. What I didn’t yet realize is that it's a whole differen…

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13: From Buyer's Remorse to Decider's Delight 23:40

4y ago23:40

23:40

Join me for the premiere of Season 2, Episode 13, as I take you through my home-buying experience of turning buyer’s remorse into decider’s delight! We’ve all experienced buyer’s remorse in one shape or another, so I’m sharing the seven steps I went through to process my feelings, get feedback, and problem-solve my way to feeling better. And are yo…

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Siyan Xu 14:00

4y ago14:00

14:00

After seven years working at Novartis, Siyan Xu has learned a lot. Not just about biostatistics, pharmacometrics, and clinical trials, but also about the most effective ways to work with others and grow in her career. In this episode of Learning Paths, she takes a look back at her experiences and offers some tips for those considering a career in t…

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Briah Barksdale 18:29

4y ago18:29

18:29

Though she’s long had an interest in pursuing medicine, Briah Barksdale hasn’t always believed in her own academic ability. During high school and college, she’s pushed herself to take on challenges that build her understanding and boost her confidence. In this episode of Learning Paths, she talks about strategies that have worked for her, and outl…

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Ana Castillo Orozco 27:22

4y ago27:22

27:22

There are many steps on the path to a doctoral degree, and it’s not always clear how to get from one to the next. Ana Castillo Orozco has made the most of her experiences, whether working in the lab, teaching students, or taking a wide variety of courses to learn more about her chosen field. In this episode, Ana shares how her proactive approach ha…

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12: Season 1 Finale: Grief & Gratitude During Covid-19, Adult Female Friendships, and Your Career as a Calling with Reshma Kirpalani 48:29

4y ago48:29

48:29

Tune in for the final episode of season 1 this week as we talk all things friendship, careers, and the grief and gratitude we’ve experienced through COVID-19. We discuss the importance of being in integrity with your inner wisdom and celebrating who you are. Don’t miss this wonderful episode for the season finale, and I can’t wait to be back with y…

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11: Take the LEAP with Me (Lifestyle Entrepreneur Assessment Profile)! 22:01

4y ago22:01

22:01

Join me this week as I’m sharing my Lifestyle Entrepreneur Assessment Profile to help you know if you’re ready to take the leap into full-time entrepreneurship. This is an excellent tool to assess your readiness, and you can listen to this episode multiple times whenever you’re thinking of making the move. Tune in to hear what it takes, and receive…

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