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Veteran VC firm Venrock has backed some of the most successful tech companies in Silicon Valley including Intel and Apple. Here’s how it invests. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Venezuela is plagued by political instability and economic hardships made worse by cheap oil. The time is ripe for widespread reforms – but there are no quick and easy solutions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Honeybees are facing both natural and manmade threats that are killing them by the millions. What is the impact on agriculture commercial bee keepers and consumers? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you have brilliant idea -- or a small task -- you keep putting off? Author Phyllis Korkki explains that you’re not alone and what you can do about it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wells Fargo’s latest revelations on errant practices could reverberate across the financial services industry. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As corporations increasingly recognize the potential ravages of climate change some are creating new business models. One company DSM -- formerly Dutch State Mines -- has entirely abandoned coal mining for more environmentally friendly pursuits. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Private equity remains bullish about China and Southeast Asia as firms spot opportunities in the shift to consumer-driven markets due to a growing middle class. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The European Commission’s tax ruling on Ireland and Apple could unnerve investors and ultimately impact Ireland’s growth. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Water scarcity is a growing global problem and climate change is making it more challenging. Author Judith Schwartz offers some unexpected solutions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Being aware of the gender lens – practicing gender capitalism -- can quash investment bias create opportunities and boost returns according to a Bank of America expert. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chris Kutarna co-author of ’Age of Discovery ’ explains what we can learn from the time of Johannes Gutenberg Nicolaus Copernicus and Michelangelo to navigate today’s challenges. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mylan the maker of the EpiPen allergy-treatment device has raised outrage over out-sized price increases. Experts at Wharton and Penn Medicine explain the causes and the impact. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Most firms consider social media a must in today’s highly networked world. But new Wharton research shows it’s not simply being on social that matters – it’s how you use it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Steve Klasko president of Thomas Jefferson University and CEO of the Jefferson System says the health care industry needs be transformed and millennial consumers will lead the way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Unless eurozone leaders reverse economic policies – or take measures such as creating two or more separate euro currency zones -- the region faces more economic stagnation and widening political divisions says Nobel Laureate Joseph Stiglitz. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tech startup Zodiac was co-founded by Wharton professor Peter Fader and CEO Artem Mariychin to help companies find – and serve -- their most valuable customers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

McDonald’s is jumping on the health-conscious bandwagon by using antibiotic-free chicken removing preservatives and artificial colors among other changes. Will it revive stagnant sales growth? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Behind the circus atmosphere of this year’s election stand two competing sets of economic proposals that would have very different impacts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Some of your favorite foods -- sushi extra virgin olive oil Kobe beef Parmesan cheese -- may not be what you think they are. Larry Olmsted explains in his new book. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A new book by Andrea LaFountain CEO of Mind Field Solutions looks at the science of patient behavior to provide better health outcomes and cut health care costs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.