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ECGI Sustainable InvestingDoes Sustainable Investing Work? Prof Alex EdmansDr. Tom Gosling interviews Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School, on his response to "Does Sustainable Investing Work?" a series of three articles written by Tom with Harald Walkate. Tom and Alex discuss how to define responsible investing and how practitioners should think about interpreting academic evidence on the topic.Can sustainable investing have meaningful impact, and, if so, on what and in what circumstances? Harald Walkate & Tom Gosling share their views over the course of three blog articles with the aim of provoking reaction, criticism, alternative views and support. Please join us in this debate...
2025-12-1026 min
Psychologists Off the Clock429. May Contain Lies with Alex EdmansThese days, it feels like we’re bombarded with information from every direction, and figuring out what’s true can be overwhelming. Yael sits down with Alex Edmans, author of May Contain Lies, for a fascinating conversation about how misinformation shapes the way we see the world. They talk about why even fact-checking has its limits and how common biases, such as wanting to confirm what we already believe or seeing things in black and white, can cloud our judgment. Using everyday examples, from the Atkins diet to debates about breastfeeding, Alex shows how data can be...
2025-10-1554 minPsychologists Off the Clock429. May Contain Lies with Alex EdmansThese days, it feels like we’re bombarded with information from every direction, and figuring out what’s true can be overwhelming. Yael sits down with Alex Edmans, author of May Contain Lies, for a fascinating conversation about how misinformation shapes the way we see the world. They talk about why even fact-checking has its limits and how common biases, such as wanting to confirm what we already believe or seeing things in black and white, can cloud our judgment. Using everyday examples, from the Atkins diet to debates about breastfeeding, Alex shows how data can be...
2025-10-1554 min
Changing Minds with Owen FitzpatrickMay Contain Lies: How to See the World with Clarity with Alex EdmansIn this episode of Changing Minds, I speak with @AlexEdmans, professor at London Business School and author of May Contain Lies. We explore practical ways to challenge your own thinking, understand biases like confirmation bias and black-and-white thinking, and make smarter decisions in a noisy world. Alex breaks down his Ladder of Mis-Inference framework, explains motivated reasoning, and shares actionable strategies for leaders and individuals. If you're ready to sharpen your critical thinking and see the world with more nuance, this episode is for you. Visit my website: https://owenfitzpatrick.com/ Join my...
2025-09-2245 min
Clearer Thinking with Spencer GreenbergSeeing through cognitive traps (with Alex Edmans) Read the full transcript here. How do we distinguish correlation from causation in organizational success? How common is it to mistake luck or data mining for genuine effects in research findings? What are the challenges in interpreting ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) criteria? Why is governance considered distinct from environmental and social impact? How should uncertainty in climate science affect our policy choices? Are regulation and free markets really at odds, or can they be mutually reinforcing? How does economic growth generated by markets fund social programs and environmental protection? How does “publish or perish” culture shape scientific rese...
2025-09-041h 31
Solving for ClimateProf Alex Edmans: Does divestment from fossil fuels work?Finance expert Professor Alex Edmans is sceptical that divesting from fossil fuels will make an impact and reduce carbon emissions. With his experience on the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on Responsible Investing, he chats to Hannah and Rob about how a carbon tax is a no brainer climate solution instead.Season four of Solving for Climate is sponsored by Xlinks xlinks.coPodcast transcripts available on SubstackProfessor Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business SchoolCo-hosts Hannah Ritchie, Deputy Edi...
2025-09-0238 min
Story in the Public SquareTackling a crisis in critical thinking with Alex EdmansScholars, journalists and even some politicians often warn about the lack of critical thinking in contemporary public and private life. Alex Edmans picks up that alarm and warns that we’re regularly exploited by those who would use our own sloppy thinking and unconscious biases to mislead us. Edmans is a professor of finance at London Business School. His research interests are in corporate finance, responsible business and behavioral finance. He serves in leadership roles for the American Finance Association, Western Finance Association, Financial Management Association, British Academy and the Academy of the Social Sciences. He has spo...
2025-08-2227 min
Story in the Public SquareTackling a crisis in critical thinking with Alex EdmansScholars, journalists and even some politicians often warn about the lack of critical thinking in contemporary public and private life. Alex Edmans picks up that alarm and warns that we’re regularly exploited by those who would use our own sloppy thinking and unconscious biases to mislead us. Edmans is a professor of finance at London Business School. His research interests are in corporate finance, responsible business and behavioral finance. He serves in leadership roles for the American Finance Association, Western Finance Association, Financial Management Association, British Academy and the Academy of the Social Sciences. He has spo...
2025-08-2127 min
Investment UncutS6 Ep.24: Alex Edmans: Why do smart people make bad financial decisions?In our last episode of Season 6, we speak to author and London Business School Professor Alex Edmans about his book “May contain lies”. We discuss Alex’s focus on bringing his research to practitioners so that it has real world impact, with writing books being one way to achieve this. May Contain Lies is about misinformation, which Alex first reached through his work on sustainable finance (the topic of his previous book Grow the Pie), but the issues are more widespread than this.
2025-07-1634 min
El PodcastE142: How to Lie With Research (Even If You’re Not Trying) - Alex EdmansFinance professor Alex Edmans joins to expose how research, statistics, and stories are often weaponized to mislead us—and what we can do to resist confirmation bias in a post-truth world.👤 Guest BioAlex Edmans is a Professor of Finance at London Business School, a former investment banker, TED speaker, and the author of May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases—and What We Can Do About It.🧠 Topics DiscussedCEO pay, testimony before UK Parliament, and research misrepresentationThe problem with cherry-picked or manipulated studiesDiversity, ESG, and performance: what resea...
2025-07-1134 min
Part-Maven Part-MaverickAlex Edmans — May Contain LiesWhat is a lie?I always thought that a lie is a bold and shameless falsehood. It turns out that a lie is just a complement of truth. And given the high bar of truth, anything may contain lies. That’s in fact the title of Alex Edmans’ book: May Contain Lies.Lies are everywhere; they come wrapped in facts, backed by data, supported by studies, or amplified by authoritative voices. And they feel true, because they flatter what we already believe.I spent my teenage years devouring behavioural economics books. Daniel Kahnemann, Dan...
2025-07-0938 min
Flourishing Edge Podcast with Ashish KothariHuman Flourishing Program: The Real Cost of Misinformation on Leadership Choices with Alex EdmansWhat if the success stories you believe, the leadership advice you follow, and the wellness rules you swear by are built on shaky evidence—or no evidence at all? Even well-meaning ideas like grit, purpose, and diversity can cause harm when taken at face value. So, we challenge you to think critically before embracing feel-good narratives.In today’s Happiness Squad Podcast episode, Ashish Kothari and Alex Edmans expose the dangers of misinformation in the pursuit of happiness, well-being, and leadership. Alex Edmans is a British economist and Professor of Finance at London Business School, renow...
2025-06-1757 min
INVESTOLOGY: re-think investment managementIs it possible that we're better off without ESG investing? [Remix & Reflect: Alex Edmans X James Lawrence]Once a celebrated investment concept amassing over $50 trillion in assets, ESG is now facing criticism and skepticism. George Aliferis reflects on ESG, recalling previous podcast conversations with two experts: Alex Edmans, an academic and author, and James Lawrence, Head of Investment at Smart Pension. If it's end of ESG, is this the beginning of something better?Newsletter: https://investorama.substack.com/ Podcast with Alex Edmans:Podcast with James Lawrence:TIMESTAMPS 00:00 ESG: a $50 trillion investment management success 02:28 The rise of esg 04:33 The end of the rule...
2025-06-1616 min
Teaching in Higher EdMay Contain Lies: Stories, Stats, and Bias, with Alex EdmansAlex Edmans shares about his book, May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases and What We Can Do About It on episode 574 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast.
Quotes from the episode
We think a lie is basically the opposite of truth. So something is a lie if you can disprove it factually.
-Alex Edmans
What I focus on in my book is a more subtle form of a lie where something could be 100% accurate, but the inferences that we draw from them might...
2025-06-1236 min
The Rational Reminder PodcastAlex Edmans - Finding "The Truth" in Economics, Finance, and LifeToday, Ben plays lone host for the first time as we welcome Alex Edmans to the show. Alex is a Professor of Finance at London Business School as well as an accomplished speaker, author, investment banker, and financial advisor. To start, Alex describes his involvement in the formation of a new law in the UK before defining 'misinformation' and where confirmation bias fits in. Then, we assess the impact severity of confirmation bias, biased search versus biased interpretation, the role of generative AI in confirmation bias, and the levels of susceptibility within confirmation bias. We also explore the role...
2025-06-121h 05
The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving559: Professor of Finance at London Business School, Alex Edmans, on Why ESG and DEI Data May Contain LiesIn this episode, finance professor and author, Alex Edmans, offers a rigorous examination of the narratives surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in corporate strategy. Drawing on his critique of widely cited studies, including those from McKinsey and BlackRock, Edmans illustrates how flawed data interpretations and confirmation bias contribute to the persistence of questionable claims. He warns against relying on correlation-based research that lacks causal rigor, especially when such findings are used to justify high-stakes decisions in boardrooms and policy circles. Edmans identifies three recurring issues in the current DEI discourse: cherry-picked performance metrics that...
2025-06-1151 min
You Are Not So Smart315 - May Contain Lies - Alex EdmansAlex Edmans, a professor of finance at London Business School, tells us how to avoid the Ladder of Misinference by examining how narratives, statistics, and articles can mislead, especially when they align with our preconceived notions and confirm what we believe is true, assume is true, and wish were true.Alex Edmans May Contain LiesWhat to Test in a Post Trust WorldHow Minds ChangeDavid McRaney’s TwitterDavid McRaney’s BlueSkyYANSS TwitterYANSS FacebookNewsletterKitte...
2025-06-0939 min
Boardroom Governance with Evan EpsteinAlex Edmans: How Board Members Can Challenge Bias and Think More Critically(0:00) Intro(1:37) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel(2:24) Start of interview(3:10) Alex's origin story(5:56) His advisory boards and other board positions. On the importance of the academic practitioner nexus.(7:02) About his book May Contain Lies (2024)(10:07) About confirmation bias, relevant to corporate directors.(11:48) About black and white thinking (binary thinking).(14:44) Dissent in the boardroom. How in the UK directors don't have "skin the game" (no equity compensation).(21:59) On his "ladder of misinference": helps understand how misinformation can be perpetuated...
2025-05-211h 00
Sustainable EdgeBite-sized episode: Alex Edmans on rethinking impact investingThe Sustainable Edge podcast returns with a bite-sized episode that cuts through the noise on impact investing. Host Joachim Nahem sits down with renowned finance professor Alex Edmans to explore what it really means to invest for impact—and the caveats leaders and investors need to keep in mind. This 9-minute listen is packed with bold perspectives and practical reflections for anyone navigating the evolving ESG and sustainability space. Key highlights: Why some impact investing claims are overstated—and how to spot it The double-edged sword of ESG: long-term value vs. marketing hype Alex's bold prediction: the end of ESG as a term...
2025-04-1109 min
Sustainable EdgeBite-sized episode: Alex Edmans on rethinking impact investingThe Sustainable Edge podcast returns with a bite-sized episode that cuts through the noise on impact investing. Host Joachim Nahem sits down with renowned finance professor Alex Edmans to explore what it really means to invest for impact—and the caveats leaders and investors need to keep in mind. This 9-minute listen is packed with bold perspectives and practical reflections for anyone navigating the evolving ESG and sustainability space. Key highlights: Why some impact investing claims are overstated—and how to spot it The double-edged sword of ESG: long-term value vs. marketing hype Alex's bold prediction: the end of ESG as a term...
2025-04-1109 minSustainable EdgeBite-sized episode: Alex Edmans on rethinking impact investingThe Sustainable Edge podcast returns with a bite-sized episode that cuts through the noise on impact investing. Host Joachim Nahem sits down with renowned finance professor Alex Edmans to explore what it really means to invest for impact—and the caveats leaders and investors need to keep in mind. This 9-minute listen is packed with bold perspectives and practical reflections for anyone navigating the evolving ESG and sustainability space. Key highlights: Why some impact investing claims are overstated—and how to spot it The double-edged sword of ESG: long-term value vs. marketing hype Alex's bold prediction: the end of ESG as a term...
2025-04-1109 min
Leadership Biz Cafe with Tanveer NaseerAlex Edmans | Navigating The Age Of Misinformation To Become A Better LeaderIn a world where misinformation spreads at lightning speed, how can leaders protect themselves – and their organizations – from making crucial decisions based on flawed thinking?In this episode of my “Leadership Biz Cafe” podcast, I’ve invited Dr. Alex Edmans to join me to help tackle this timely and critical question facing leaders today.Alex is a Professor of Finance at London Business School. He has a PhD from MIT as a Fulbright Scholar, and was previously a tenured professor at Wharton and an investment banker at Morgan Stanley.Alex has spoken at the World...
2025-04-0938 min
FP&A TodayLies, Bias, and ESG in the finance function – Prof Alex EdmansAlex Edmans is a professor of Finance, non-executive director, author, and TED speaker. He is regularly interviewed and writes for WSJ, Bloomberg, BBC, CNBC, CNN, ESPN, Fox, ITV, NPR, Reuters, Sky News, and Sky Sports. He was previously a tenured professor at Wharton and an investment banker at Morgan Stanley.
In this episode we talk to Alex about his new book “May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases – And What We Can Do About. He is also a co-author of the classic text book, “Principles of Corporate Finance” and top business book (his first book...
2025-02-0433 minFP&A TodayLies, Bias, and ESG in the finance function – Prof Alex EdmansAlex Edmans is a professor of Finance, non-executive director, author, and TED speaker. He is regularly interviewed and writes for WSJ, Bloomberg, BBC, CNBC, CNN, ESPN, Fox, ITV, NPR, Reuters, Sky News, and Sky Sports. He was previously a tenured professor at Wharton and an investment banker at Morgan Stanley.
In this episode we talk to Alex about his new book “May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases – And What We Can Do About. He is also a co-author of the classic text book, “Principles of Corporate Finance” and top business book (his first book...
2025-02-0433 min
INVESTOLOGY: re-think investment managementInvesting in a Post Truth World - with Alex Edmans (Author of May Contain Lies)How stories, statistics and studies exploit our biases as investors — and what we can do about it.Tune in for an enlightening discussion with Alex Edmans, on enhancing your critical thinking skills applied to investing.Alex's website: https://maycontainlies.com/Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School. His TED talk ‘What to Trust in a Post-Truth World’ has been viewed 2 million times and he has spoken at Davos and in the UK House of Commons. In 2013 he was awarded tenure at The Wharton School and in 2021 he was named MBA Professor of the Ye...
2025-01-0614 min
Indicast - All PodcastsTruth and lies with Alex EdmansIn his book “May Contain Lies: How stories, statistics and studies exploit our biases - and what we can do about it”, Dr Alex Edmans urges us to pause and reflect before we trust any article or a fact stated in a book or in a newspaper. It doesn’t matter who wrote it. And it isn’t such a tedious process to work it out. In this podcast Alex shares his views on confirmation bias, what is wrong with our interpretation of the 10,000 hour rule (among others), how social media is playing an outsized role in disseminating information, how JFK poss...
2025-01-0432 minIndicast - All PodcastsTruth and lies with Alex EdmansIn his book “May Contain Lies: How stories, statistics and studies exploit our biases - and what we can do about it”, Dr Alex Edmans urges us to pause and reflect before we trust any article or a fact stated in a book or in a newspaper. It doesn’t matter who wrote it. And it isn’t such a tedious process to work it out. In this podcast Alex shares his views on confirmation bias, what is wrong with our interpretation of the 10,000 hour rule (among others), how social media is playing an outsized role in disseminating information, how JFK poss...
2025-01-0432 min
A Song Called LifeEpisode #198: Dr. Alex EdmansIn Episode #198, economist and author Alex Edmans joins Osi to explore how our biases lead us to fall for misinformation—and how we can fight back. They delve into how misinformation is deliberately crafted to manipulate emotions and exploit our biases, as well as the role of algorithms and echo chambers in amplifying false narratives. Additionally, they examine the critical distinctions between data, evidence, and proof, and how their misuse can distort the truth.
Alex Edmans FBA FAcSS is a British academic and economist who is professor of finance at London Business School and Me...
2024-11-2336 min
Business TalkHow Stories and Statistics Exploit Us Insights from Prof. Alex Edmans' Latest BookWe are delighted to have Prof. Alex Edmans with us today.
Prof. Edmans is a renowned Professor of Finance at the prestigious London Business School, where he specializes in corporate finance, responsible business, and behavioral finance.
An Oxford graduate and Fulbright Scholar with a PhD from MIT Sloan, Prof. Edmans brings a wealth of expertise from his experiences at Morgan Stanley and Wharton. Beyond academia, he has made significant contributions to the world of business and policy, having advised the UK government, World Economic Forum, and Novo Nordisk.
Prof. Edmans is also a gifted communicator. His TED talks have garnered...
2024-11-2224 min
Leadership Launchpad: The Legacy EditionIs Unconscious Bias Holding You Back from GREAT Leadership Decisions? with Alex EdmansIs Unconscious Bias Holding You Back from GREAT Leadership Decisions?
Discover how your hidden biases might be impacting your decision-making and leadership style. In this insightful talk with renowned expert Alex Edmans, you'll learn:
• The hidden dangers of unconscious bias: Understand how biases can cloud judgment and lead to suboptimal decisions.
• The power of diversity of thought: Learn how to foster a culture of diverse perspectives and challenge the status quo.
• The importance of trust and empathy: Explore the impact of trust on organizational performance and employee engagement.
• Practical strategies to overcome bias: Discover actionable tips to mitigate bias and make...
2024-11-1727 min
Innovations in Sustainable FinanceS3 - E1 The Evolution of Sustainable Finance with Alex EdmansIn this episode, I speak with Alex Edmans, a professor of Finance at London Business School. Many of you in the audience will have heard of Alex before. We traced his evolution of thought regarding sustainable finance, covering his extensive body of work, including the book “Grow the Pie,” his academic papers, op-eds, and TED Talks, including his most recent paper: Sustainable Investing: Evidence from the Field. My favorite takeaways from the conversation were: When I asked when he first got interested in sustainability, Alex surprised me by saying he was never intere...
2024-10-2952 min
SuperPsyched with Dr. Adam Dorsay#236 Seeing Beyond Data that May Contain Lies | Alex Edmans, PhDThere’s an ancient story of multiple blind men touching an elephant on different parts of its body. And each man emphatically states what the elephant is based on the body part. The guy touching the leg says the elephant is a tree trunk. The guy touching the ear says it’s a huge pancake. The guy at the tail says it’s a rope, and so on…
Like the elephant parable demonstrates, finding reliable, truthful information can be—to put it mildly—a huge challenge. Oftentimes, we’ll hear a story from one source and another source will co...
2024-10-2948 min
This Isn’t WorkingIs DEI built on dodgy data? (Ft. Alex Edmans)Is diversity, equity and inclusion really good for business – or did we conflate it with being ‘the right thing to do’? Has the HR industry been gaslit by fancy consultancies and self-proclaimed experts selling us DEI-related products and services with big claims, but small measurable outcomes? And why are so many DEI professionals allergic to questions about evidence?
In this interview with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School, and author of May contain lies: how stories statistics and studies exploit our biases – and what we can do about it, we discuss:
- Why is t...
2024-10-2457 min
The Curious TaskAlex Edmans - How Do Stories, Stats And Studies Exploit Our Biases?Alex speaks with Alex Edmans about his book May Contain Lies, examining the widespread issue of misinformation and exploring how factors like confirmation bias, cognitive shortcuts, and misleading statistics can shape public opinion. They discuss practical strategies for identifying and avoiding misinformation, along with the broader societal impact of misinterpreted data.
References
"May Contain Lies" by Alex Edmans
Link: https://a.co/d/aX2AJ0I
"Thinking, Fast and Slow" by Daniel Kahneman
Link: https://www.amazon.ca/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0385676530
"Superforecasting: The Art and Science of Prediction" by Philip E. Tetlock
2024-10-1656 min
Joyful Courage for Parenting TeensEps 509: How to discuss fake news with teens with Alex EdmansMy guest today is Alex Edmans, and we’re hitting a super important topic this week: how to discuss fake news and social media with our teens. Alex starts by explaining the difference between Level 1 and Level 2 of Fake News, and I ask what to do (and why) our teens bring up conspiracy theories. I ask Alex how we can nurture adolescents to fine tune their questioning, look for expertise, and teach them to look for peoples’ incentives while they’re consuming social media without making them feel defensive. Later we tal...
2024-08-1940 minJoyful Courage for Parenting TeensEps 509: How to discuss fake news with teens with Alex EdmansMy guest today is Alex Edmans, and we’re hitting a super important topic this week: how to discuss fake news and social media with our teens. Alex starts by explaining the difference between Level 1 and Level 2 of Fake News, and I ask what to do (and why) our teens bring up conspiracy theories. I ask Alex how we can nurture adolescents to fine tune their questioning, look for expertise, and teach them to look for peoples’ incentives while they’re consuming social media without making them feel defensive. Later we tal...
2024-08-1940 min
The Decision-Making Studio PodcastEp. 225: Alex Edmans - On "May Contain Lies" Today, I am delighted to welcome Alex Edmans to the show. You may have heard of him or you may have come across him. He is a Professor of Finance at London Business School. He was voted professor of the year by Poets and Quants. He is also a prominent speaker and an author, including of his most recent and fabulous book, May Contain Lies - How Stories, Statistics and Studies Exploit Our Biases. He joined me to talk about the book. The book is excellent because it emphasises a number of things crucial to go...
2024-08-0853 min
Thinking With Mitch JoelSPOS #941 – Alex Edmans On How Our Biases Cause Us To Fall For Misinformation (And How To Combat It)Welcome to episode #941 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast - Episode #941. He is a finance professor at London Business School, and Alex Edmans knows his stuff. With a background that spans Morgan Stanley and a PhD from MIT, Alex's insights on corporate finance, responsible business, and behavioral finance are top-notch. He's a TED talk star, with millions of views, and his research has been featured everywhere from the World Economic Forum to the UK Parliament. In our conversation, Alex dives into his latest...
2024-07-211h 00
Making MoneyHow even facts can mislead you with money - Finance Professor Alex EdmansWe think facts are always helpful because they're the truth but that's only half the story when it comes to our finances. Alex Edmans is an economist and Professor of Finance at the London Business School. His book ‘May Contain Lies’ explains how our biases are exploited and what we can do about it.
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2024-07-151h 05
Case Interview Preparation & Management Consulting | Strategy | Critical Thinking693: Facts, Data, and Evidence: Knowing What to Trust or Can We Really Trust Evidence? (with Professor of Finance at London Business School, Alex Edmans)Welcome to an interview with the author of May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases―And What We Can Do about It, Alex Edmans. In this book, renowned economist Alex Edmans teaches us how to separate fact from fiction. Using colorful examples, he highlights the biases that cause us to mistake statements for facts, facts for data, data for evidence, and evidence for proof. Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School and an expert in the use and misuse of data and evidence. He has given the TED talk...
2024-07-1049 min
Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting TeenagersEp 297: Raising Skeptical ThinkersAlex Edmans, author of May Contain Lies, delves into how confirmation bias and belief polarization skew our perceptions, offering tips for parents to help their teenagers navigate misinformation and think critically.Full Show NotesIn today's digital world, misinformation spreads faster than ever. Even as adults, we often find ourselves believing things that aren't true or are more nuanced than we think. The issue becomes even more critical when considering how we raise teenagers to be discerning and truth-seeking individuals.How do we guide teens to differentiate fact from fiction...
2024-07-0825 minThe Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving459: Professor of Finance at London Business School, Alex Edmans, on Facts, Data, and Evidence: Knowing What to Trust or Can We Really Trust Evidence?What if the greatest threat to smart decision-making isn't bad data, but how we interpret it? In a world overflowing with information, even the most seasoned leaders and investors fall for myths dressed up as facts. Not because they're uninformed, but because they're human. In this episode, I sat down with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School and author of May Contain Lies, a powerful new book about how stories, statistics, and studies exploit our biases — and what we can do about it. Alex draws on decades of res...
2024-06-2452 min
Better KnownAlex EdmansAlex Edmans discusses with Ivan six things which should be less well known.
Alex’s new book is May Contain Lies, about misinformation, and so, in a reversal of the usual format, he discusses six ideas and beliefs which have been overexposed.
Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School. Alex has a PhD from MIT as a Fulbright Scholar, and was previously a tenured professor at Wharton and an investment banker at Morgan Stanley.
Alex has spoken at the World Economic Forum in Davos, testified in the UK Parliament, and gi...
2024-06-2330 minSustainable EdgeSustainable Edge: Exploring a Balanced Perspective on the ESG Landscape - A conversation with Alex EdmansIn this episode Meet Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School, TED Talk speaker and bestselling author. Together with podcast host Joachim Nahem, he dives into subjects such as why ESG matters but should not be exaggerated when it comes to long-term value creation and why confirmation bias can be problematic. Listen to partake in his expertise and insights gained from years of research. Learn about: Why ESG matters but should not be overstated in the pursuit of long-term value creation The effectiveness of financial policies like carb...
2024-06-2024 minSustainable EdgeSustainable Edge: Exploring a Balanced Perspective on the ESG Landscape - A conversation with Alex EdmansIn this episode Meet Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School, TED Talk speaker and bestselling author. Together with podcast host Joachim Nahem, he dives into subjects such as why ESG matters but should not be exaggerated when it comes to long-term value creation and why confirmation bias can be problematic. Listen to partake in his expertise and insights gained from years of research. Learn about: Why ESG matters but should not be overstated in the pursuit of long-term value creation The effectiveness of financial policies like carb...
2024-06-2024 minSustainable EdgeSustainable Edge: Exploring a Balanced Perspective on the ESG Landscape - A conversation with Alex EdmansIn this episode Meet Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School, TED Talk speaker and bestselling author. Together with podcast host Joachim Nahem, he dives into subjects such as why ESG matters but should not be exaggerated when it comes to long-term value creation and why confirmation bias can be problematic. Listen to partake in his expertise and insights gained from years of research. Learn about: Why ESG matters but should not be overstated in the pursuit of long-term value creation The effectiveness of financial policies like carb...
2024-06-2024 min
Behavioral Grooves PodcastQuestion Everything: The Power of Critical Thinking | Alex EdmansHow often do you question the 'facts' you encounter in everyday life?
This week, Alex Edmans, author of May Contain Lies, joins Kurt and Tim to question the world around us. They explore the significance of critical thinking and cognitive diversity, highlighting the value of diverse perspectives and evidence-based reasoning. They discuss the differences between facts and statements, the dangers of misleading inferences from evidence, and the impact of perception on communication.
Creating an environment where individuals can express their viewpoints freely is crucial. This includes fostering a culture where a devil’s advocate can pr...
2024-06-171h 10
How to Be Awesome at Your Job969: How to Make Better Decisions by Wisely Evaluating Claims with Alex EdmansAlex Edmans shows you how to think smarter, sharper, and more critically so you can make better decisions. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How our biases are holding us back 2) The ladder of misinference that mucks up our thinking 3) Why we end up mistaking statements for facts Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep969 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ALEX — Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School. Alex has a PhD from MIT as a Fulbright Sc...
2024-06-1048 min
Passion Struck with John R. MilesAlex Edmans on Critical Thinking in a Post-truth World EP 463Order a copy of my book, "Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life," today! This book, a 2024 must-read chosen by the Next Big Idea Club, has garnered multiple accolades, including the Business Minds Best Book Award, the Eric Hoffer Award, and the Non-Fiction Book Awards Gold Medal. Don't miss out on the opportunity to transform your life with these powerful principles!In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles interviews Professor Alex Edmans on the importance of critical thinking in a post-truth world. Edmans discusses biases such...
2024-06-041h 02
All Else Equal: Making Better DecisionsEp46 "May Contain Lies" with Alex EdmansWhat is the real problem with misinformation? Are our biases so ingrained in us that we are unable to think critically about the world and the systems around us? What happens when large institutions attempt to push a heterodox narrative? Do we simply need more education to overcome misinformation, or do we need something much deeper—to learn to think critically again? In this episode, hosts and finance professors Jonathan Berk and Jules van Binsbergen welcome Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School to discuss his latest book, May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Ou...
2024-05-3029 min
The Human Risk PodcastProfessor Alex Edmans on MisinformationWhy is misinformation so prevalent, and what can we do about it? On this episode, I’m speaking with Alex Edmans, a London Business School Finance Professor who has written a book called ‘May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases and What We Can Do About It’. Alex’s areas of focus are purposeful business, sustainable investing, corporate governance, and behavioural finance. He’s also very prepared to use his platform to challenge people who propagate inaccuracies or misleading information. In our discussion...
2024-05-271h 03
The Boundless PodcastUnravelling Misinformation: With Professor Alex EdmansHost:Richard Foster-Fletcher, Executive Chair, MKAI.orgGuest:Professor Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School and Mercers' School Memorial Emeritus Professor of Business at Gresham CollegeGuest Bio:Professor Alex Edmans is renowned for his work on finance and misinformation. With a significant following from his TED talk "What to Trust in a Post-Truth World" and presentations at forums like Davos and Google, he brings critical insights into the impacts of misinformation in various sectors. His book "Grow the Pie" and his recent works delve into the complexities of...
2024-05-2754 minFlourishing Edge Podcast with Ashish KothariThe Power of Purpose-driven Organization with Alex EdmansHere's a thought: What if the real secret to making more money was to focus less on the money itself? True success in organizations isn't just about chasing profits, but about being driven by a genuine purpose. It’s about making a meaningful impact, serving a greater cause, and adding value to the world.In this episode of the HAPPINESS SQUAD Podcast, Ashish chats with Alex Edmans, a multi-award-winning professor of finance at London Business School with a PhD in finance from MIT Sloan. As a Fulbright scholar, he joined Wharton in 2007 before moving to London Business Sc...
2024-05-2154 min
The Chris Voss ShowThe Chris Voss Show Podcast – May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases―And What We Can Do about It by Alex Edmans
May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases―And What We Can Do about It by Alex Edmans
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How our biases cause us to fall for misinformation—and how to combat it.
Our lives are minefields of misinformation. It ripples through our social media feeds, our daily headlines, and the pronouncements of politicians, executives, and authors. Stories, statistics, and studies are everywhere, allowing people to find evidence to support whatever position they want. Many of these sources are flawed, yet by playing on o...
2024-05-1431 min
Converging Dialogues#341 - How NOT To Do Your Own Research: A Dialogue with Alex EdmansIn this episode, Xavier Bonilla has a dialogue with Alex Edmans about misinformation and the role of human biases. They discuss how to look at data, confirmation bias, statements not facts, facts not data, and the value and limits of the scientific method. They also discuss data mining and ethics with stats, correlation not being causation, data with social issues, and many more topics.Alex Edmans is Professor of Professor of Finance at London Business School. He has a degree from Oxford University and a PhD in Finance from MIT Sloan as a Fulbright Scholar. Prior to t...
2024-05-1344 min
Merryn Talks MoneyWhy Everyone Believes What They Want to Believe with Alex EdmansOn this week’s episode of Merryn Talks Money, London Business School professor and author Alex Edmans joins to discuss his new book, May Contain Lies. Edmans explains why he believes that stories, statistics and studies exploit pre-existing biases. Plus, John Stepek joins to discuss yet another boring Bank of England rate decision. Emails to merrynmoney@bloomberg.netSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-05-1053 min
Enter the Boardroom with Nurole67. Alex Edmans - Lies in the boardroom: the stories, studies and statistics that mislead boardsAlex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School, Member of the Sustainability Council of Novo Nordsik, and author of Many Contain Lies. In this conversation with Nurole CEO Oliver Cummings, Alex covers: Do diverse boards lead to better corporate culture and performance? (1:44) Where have diversity-performance studies gone wrong? (3:37) Does inclusion have an impact on performance? (6:05) Why don’t you think anyone has managed to prove the positive impact of diversity on company performance? (7:01) Does good corporate governance improve performance? (10:11) Do boards work? (12:01) Do financial incentives wo...
2024-04-3045 min
CONVERSATIONS ON CLIMATEMay Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics and Studies Exploit Our Biases with Alex EdmansIn this video, economist and professor Alex Edmans discusses his latest book, "May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics and Studies Exploit Our Biases."
Drawing on examples from economics, finance, and politics, Edmans reveals how confirmation bias, cherry-picking, and the misuse of data can result in misinformation and poor decision-making. He also offers practical advice for becoming better at sniffing out the truth and avoiding the pitfalls of disinformation.
This conversation is a must-watch for anyone who wants to be an informed citizen in today's data-driven world. Edmans provides insights into the importance of critical thinking...
2024-04-2958 min
Keen On AmericaEpisode 2044: Warning! This KEEN ON conversation with Alex Edmans may contain liesIn a “post-truth” world, who should we trust? According to Alex Edmans, one of the UK’s hottest business school professors, you should trust him enough to read his new book, May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics and Studies Exploit Our Biases - And What We Can Do About It. You should also trust me enough to listen to and/or watch this conversation with Edmans, but not enough to believe everything that I say. For example, describing Alex as one of the UK’s “hottest” business school professors could be an exaggeration. It might even be a lie....
2024-04-2631 min
Lancefield on the LineAlex Edmans: Dealing with liesWhat impact do the biases you hold have on your work?Living and working in a more critical manner allows you to be more informed and less impacted by bias. This can have positive impacts on your work and those around you, just by challenging yourself to think differently.In this episode I am joined by Alex Edmans, author of May Contain Lies. He shares his deep knowledge of bias and how to think smarter and more critically. He discusses how he uses this within personal aspects of his life too.Are you...
2024-04-1042 min
Social Science BitesAlex Edmans on Confirmation Bias How hard do we fight against information that runs counter to what we already think? While quantifying that may be difficult, Alex Edmans notes that the part of the brain that activates when something contradictory is encountered in the amygdala - "that is the fight-or-flight part of the brain, which lights up when you are attacked by a tiger. This is why confirmation can be so strong, it's so hardwired within us, we see evidence we don't like as being like attacked by a tiger." In this Social Science Bites podcast, Edmans, a p...
2024-04-0219 min
Leadership Conversations by TSBAlex Edmans on Rational SustainabilityIn this episode of Leadership Conversations by TSB, Professor Alex Edmans discusses the concept of 'rational sustainability' - an evidence-based approach to sustainability that focuses on long-term value creation rather than politics or ideology.
He explains how boards should evaluate sustainability issues rationally, focusing on outcomes over labels, questioning assumptions, and recognising diminishing returns and trade-offs. Alex provides examples of how sustainability initiatives driven by a desire to serve society can also lead to long-term profits. He argues that rational sustainability allows companies to make decisions that serve both business and society.
Frederik Otto, Executive Director of The Sustainability Board...
2024-03-0626 min
unSILOed with Greg LaBlanc388. Is There a Tradeoff Between Profit and Purpose? feat. Alex EdmansThe current debate over corporate Governance depicts a conflict between shareholders and stakeholders. But what if their interests were aligned?Alex Edmans is a professor at the London School of Business and an expert on the impact of ESG factors on firm performance. His latest book is called Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit. Alex and Greg discuss the pervading discourse on ESG factors and fiduciary duty. Alex compares the benefits and challenges of long-term versus short-term activism. Join us as we debunk the stereotypes of activist investing, asserting its p...
2024-02-2337 min
ESG In Property PodcastGreat Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit with Alex EdmansTune into the ESG and Property Podcast for an enlightening conversation with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School.
Delve into how the intersection of purpose and profit can redefine corporate strategies, with Alex illustrating the pivotal role of human capital and customer trust in modern business environments.
Learn how a focus on long-term value, integrated with ESG principles, can lead companies to thrive sustainably.
Alex challenges the traditional views of ESG, urging businesses to embed these practices deeply rather than viewing them as mere checkboxes.
The discussion also...
2024-02-0546 min
All Else Equal: Making Better DecisionsRerun: Ep15 "Shareholder vs. Stakeholder Capitalism" with Alex EdmansFor the end of the year, Jules and Jonathan are taking some well-deserved time off, and wanted to rerun a past episode they love for the new audience who has joined since then.Imagine being able to see through all the layers of corporate decision-making to uncover whether businesses should prioritize profits for shareholders or the well-being of a wider community. In this episode, hosts and finance professors Jonathan Berk and Jules van Binsbergen are joined by Alex Edmans, professor of finance at the London Business School, as they wade through the murky waters...
2024-01-0325 min
The Beautiful Business PodcastBalancing Profit with Purpose: Building Beautiful Businesses for a Better Tomorrow with Professor Alex Edmans, London Business SchoolIn this thought-provoking episode, Peter Czapp speaks with renowned finance professor Alex Edmans from London Business School on the intersection of profit and purpose in businesses. The discussion kicks off with the central question: How can businesses maximise profit while remaining purposeful? Professor Edmans explains the idea that businesses guided by purpose not only contribute positively to society but also make sound economic decisions. Professor Edmans emphasises the importance of defining a focused and targeted purpose for businesses, debunking the myth of solving all the world's problems. The conversation offers practical guidance on how businesses...
2023-11-1528 minFlourishing Edge Podcast with Ashish KothariThe Power of Purpose-driven Organizations with Alex EdmansHere's a thought: What if the real secret to making more money was to focus less on the money itself? True success in organizations isn't just about chasing profits, but about being driven by a genuine purpose. It’s about making a meaningful impact, serving a greater cause, and adding value to the world.In this episode of the HAPPINESS SQUAD Podcast, Ashish and Anil chat with Alex Edmans, a multi-award-winning professor of finance at London Business School with a PhD in finance from MIT Sloan. As a Fulbright scholar, he joined Wharton in 2007 before moving to Lo...
2023-11-0754 min
CONVERSATIONS ON CLIMATEWhat is ESG and who is it really for? Alex EdmansIn this episode, we sit down with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance and Academic Director of the Centre for Corporate Governance at London Business School. Alex specialises in the integration of classical financial theory and ESG, from worker pay and diversity to climate and sustainability.
His book Grow the Pie: how great companies deliver both purpose and profit won the Financial Times award for Excellence in Sustainable Finance Education, and his TED talk ‘What to trust in a post-truth world,’ has been viewed over 2 million times.
In this episode, we discuss:
Alex’s personal m...
2023-07-2153 min
Tomorrow's PeopleTomorrow's People Episode 6: The Economics of Purpose with Alex EdmansPerry sits down with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at the London Business School. Together, they discuss Alex’s work into the data that drives purpose at work.
2023-04-1841 min
Future in SoundAlex Edmans: Nuance in ESGAlex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School and Academic Director of the Centre for Corporate Governance. He graduated from Oxford University and then worked for Morgan Stanley in investment banking. Alex has spoken at the World Economic Forum in Davos, testified in the UK Parliament, presented to the World Bank Board of Directors and given multiple TED talks. He has written for the Wall Street Journal, Financial Times and Harvard Business Review. In this episode, Alex discusses insights from his book ‘Grow the Pie’ helping us see more clearly how to make ESG-related tradeoffs in a comp...
2023-02-2743 min
All Else Equal: Making Better DecisionsEp15 "Shareholder vs. Stakeholder Capitalism" with Alex EdmansBusinesses often prioritize shareholder interests to make profit. But this can lead to short-sighted decisions that fail to benefit other stakeholders… right? In this episode of All Else Equal: Making Better Decisions, hosts and finance professors Jonathan Berk and Jules van Binsbergen – and guest Alex Edmans – ask that very question and provide some surprising answers. Whose interests are better aligned with the long-term health of a business: external stakeholders or internal shareholders?Alex Edmans is a finance professor at the London Business School. He has written a book on the topic of shareholder versus stakeholder capita...
2022-11-0224 min
Investment UncutS3 Ep.37 Grow the pie with Alex EdmansThis week we’re joined by Professor of Finance at London Business School, Alex Edmans. Alex also authored the book Grow the Pie and has presented numerous popular Ted Talks on corporate finance, responsible business, and responsible investing. Being a Professor means lecturing and doing research, but Alex recognises the practical relevance of the research he does and uses this to influence the practices of businesses and policymakers.
2022-06-0848 min
Outside In with Jon LukomnikAlex Edmans, Professor of Finance at the London Business School, on Confronting Confirmation Bias and Growing the Pie.Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School. Alex graduated from Oxford University and then worked for Morgan Stanley in investment banking (London) and fixed income sales and trading (New York). After a PhD in Finance from MIT Sloan as a Fulbright Scholar, he joined Wharton in 2007 and was tenured in 2013 shortly before moving to LBS.Alex’s research interests are in corporate finance, responsible business and behavioural finance. He is Managing Editor of the Review of Finance, the leading academic finance journal in Europe, and was inducted as a Fellow of the Financial Management As...
2022-04-1233 min
Choiceology with Katy MilkmanMore Than a Feeling: With Guests Jamie Wall, Mona Krewel & Alex EdmansWhile it’s nice to think of ourselves as rational decision-makers, more often than not, emotion plays a role in how we decide. Some people may spend more on a new car when the weather is nice. Others may take bigger risks than normal after indulging in a sweet dessert. Some may make rash choices following a disappointing end to their favorite TV series.In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how positive or negative sentiment from one part of your life can spill over and affect decisions in another.In Ne...
2022-04-1136 min
People Inspired By Purpose - Purposely Podcast#79 Rethinking capitalism - purpose & profit, Alex Edmans' Professor and Author, London Business SchoolShould companies be run to earn a profit, or to serve a purpose?
Alex Edmans joins Purposely Podcast to talk about his ground-breaking book, The Pie-Growing Mentality A new approach to business (and indeed capitalism) that works for both investors and society.
The book lays down the argument that “Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit” and that it is not an either or choice. Drawing from his research evidence and real-life examples spanning industries and countries, Edmans demonstrates that businesses driven by purpose are consistently more successful in the long term.
He describes how a purposeful company must navigate diffi...
2022-04-0139 min
SurfacingAlex Edmans on Delivering Purpose & ProfitIn this episode of Surfacing, co-hosts Lisa and Andy speak with Alex Edmans. Alex is a professor of Finance at London Business School and serves as Mercers School Memorial Professor of Business at Gresham College. Alex talks about his "pie-conomics" framework detailed in his book Grow the Pie. He also explains how organizations can make a business case for sustainability and accountability and offers suggestions on how anyone can make a positive difference at any level of an organization. About Alex Edmans Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School. Alex has a PhD...
2022-03-3041 min
The Fiftyfaces PodcastAlex Edmans - Sustainability Expert - Growing the Pie and Shrinking the Gap Between Theory and PracticeAlex Edmans, is a professor of finance at the London Business school. Alex has a PhD from MIT as a Fulbright Scholar, and was previously a tenured professor at Wharton and an investment banker at Morgan Stanley. Alex has spoken at the World Economic Forum in Davos, testified in the UK Parliament, and given the TED talk “What to Trust in a Post-Truth World” and the TEDx talk “The Social Responsibility of Business” with a combined 2.4 million views. Alex’s book, “Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit”, (see also link here: https://mybook.to/Grow-The-Pie-pb...
2022-03-2302 minThe Rational Reminder PodcastAlex Edmans: Growing the Pie: A Different Take on ESGWe always appreciate research-based arguments here at the Rational Reminder and when those arguments might rattle some assumptions we get particularly excited. Today we have an eye-opening conversation with finance professor Alex Edmans, in which he discusses his idea of growing the pie and how social change and value relate to investor decisions. Alex's work is deeply rooted in skepticism and a critical method of assessing evidence, an approach that has resulted in surprising and sometimes paradoxical findings. We get into a fascinating conversation dealing with employee satisfaction and ESG, with Alex challenging some commonly held beliefs around socially...
2022-03-171h 02
Policy in PiecesCorporate Purpose and Profit (with Alex Edmans)London Business School professor Alex Edmans, a leading scholar on ESG related issues, and author of the recent book “Grow the Pie,” joins this episode to explain a new way to think about evaluating company performance, dispelling the common belief that corporate purpose and profit can’t co-exist.
2021-11-1200 min
'Under The Covers' From Westminster Libraries'Grow the Pie' - in conversation with Alex Edmans: Episode 4Alex Edmans’ book ‘Grow The Pie’, a 'Financial Times Best Books of 2020’, shows how companies can make profits AND serve society. The Professor of Finance also speaks of how service dogs help people living with PTSD, talks about holistic education and reveals a life-long affection for Agatha Christie novels. His book recommendations are: 'Endless Night' by Agatha Christie and ‘Until Tuesday’ by Luis Carlos Montalvan with Bret Witter.
Our music is "Smile From The Mirror" by Crowander, and can be found on freemusicarchive
2021-09-0620 min
Political Economy with Jim PethokoukisAlex Edmans: Is capitalism a zero-sum game?Milton Friedman famously argued that the social responsibility of a company is to maximize its profits. Today, Friedman’s argument is coming under fire from both sides of the aisle. Shareholder capitalism is viewed with suspicion, and many Americans think workers and consumers are getting a raw deal. Greedy business practices are enriching the few but leaving the rest of us behind, the narrative goes. But are the interests of shareholders and the interests of workers and consumers really opposed? Is American capitalism really a zero-sum game? Alex Edmans, today's guest, argues that companies can invest in people without sa...
2021-06-2330 min
The BLK PodcastBuilding a Career in Finance: Featuring Professor Alex EdmansOn this weeks episode, joining us we have Alex Edmans professor of finance at London Business School and the current Mercers' School Memorial Professor of Business at Gresham College. Alex graduated from Oxford University and then worked for Morgan Stanley in investment banking (London) and fixed income sales and trading (New York). After a PhD in Finance from MIT Sloan, he joined Wharton in 2007 and was tenured in 2013 shortly before moving to LBS. Edmans' research is on corporate governance, executive pay, responsible business, and behavioral finance, and has been cited over 10,000 times. Professor Edmans on this episode provides a r...
2021-06-2044 min
The Freewheeling PodcastProfessor Alex Edmans on Purpose in BusinessShould companies have a wider purpose?Professor Alex Edmans has written extensively on why capitalism is the best way to grow the pie for everyone, but how companies can only succeed with a wider social purpose.The tensions between public and private are a constant feature of transport and in today's discussion we explore the role of wider corporate purpose in improving outcomes.
2021-05-2738 min
Utopia is NowGrow the Pie - The Future of Value Creation | Prof. Alex Edmans, PhDAlex Edmans is a professor of finance at London Business School and the author of the book, "Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit". He is an expert in corporate governance, executive compensation, corporate social responsibility, and behavioral finance. He has spoken at the World Economic Forum in Davos, at the World Bank Distinguished Speaker Series and in the UK House of Commons, and given multiple TED Talks. Alex graduated from Oxford University and then worked for Morgan Stanley in investment banking (London) and fixed income sales and trading (New York). After a PhD in...
2021-05-0650 min
In Conversation with Nathalie Nahai42. Profit, Purpose & What Is In Our Hands To Give / Prof. Alex EdmansIn today’s episode, I speak with Alex Edmans, the professor of Finance at London Business School. He has a PhD from MIT as a Fulbright Scholar, and was previously a tenured professor at Wharton and an investment banker at Morgan Stanley.
Alex has spoken at the World Economic Forum in Davos, testified in the UK Parliament, and given the TED talk What to Trust in a Post-Truth World and the TEDx talk The Social Responsibility of Business with a combined 2 million views. He serves as Mercers School Memorial Professor of Business at Gresham College, giving a series of lectures to...
2020-12-1351 min
Conscious Leadership NowConscious Leadership Now with Professor Alex EdmansHi, my name is David Wetton and welcome to the Conscious Leadership Now Video Podcast
The intent of this Podcast is to encourage you as a leader to embrace Conscious Leadership, by giving you access to some of the world’s leaders in the field of Conscious Leadership, both in practice and in thought.
Today my guest is Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School.
He has a PhD from MIT as a Fulbright Scholar, and was previously a tenured professor at Wharton and an investment banker at Morgan Stanley.
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2020-09-2200 min
Punk CX: Customer Experience Insights with Adrian SwinscoePurpose is not a luxury and matters more than ever in a crisis - Interview with Professor Alex Edmans of London Business SchoolToday’s interview is with Alex Edmans, a Professor of Finance at London Business School who focuses on responsible business. He has just published a new book called: Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit and joins me today to talk about the book, how it came about, what we can learn from it and why it matters.
This interview follows on from my recent interview – Innovative brands are using direct mail to improve customer engagement – Interview with Dan Frohnen of Sendoso – and is number 350 in the series of interviews with authors and business...
2020-07-1930 min
Macro Hive Conversations With Bilal HafeezProfessor Alex Edmans on How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose And ProfitIn this episode, I talk with Professor Alex Edmans from the London Business School. He's one of the world's leading academics on company purpose, social value and profits. In fact, he's just come out with a book on the subject called "Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit". We covered lots on the podcast including: 1. Is a company's sole purpose to deliver profits? 2. How markets do not correctly price in social value in the short-term 3. The problem with restrictions on executive pay 4. Could hedge fund activism be helpful? 5. How...
2020-06-0549 min
Dollars and Change PodcastGrowing Purpose and Profit with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at the London Business SchoolAlex Edmans, Professor of Finance at the London Business School and author of the new book Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit, joins host and Vice Dean of the Wharton Social Impact Initiative Katherine Klein to discuss emerging research on responsible business. Edmans offers a perspective on employee satisfaction and CEO pay research to explain how both shareholders and stakeholders can receive long-term value with a “grow the pie” mindset instead of a “split the pie” mindset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-2228 min
Executive Learning REWIREDFLASH INSIGHTS with Alex EdmansLearning REWIRED's FLASH INSIGHTS is a short and sharp distillation of key takeways from our podcast series. In this episode, the highlights of our interview with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School and author of the norm-challenging book, Grow the Pie - How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit.In this episode we learn:Why profit and purpose do not need to be a direct payoff and the route t greater wellbeing for all stakeholders?Why those at both extremes of the debate about responsible capitalism have more in common than they...
2020-05-1419 min
Executive Learning REWIREDFLASH INSIGHTS with Alex EdmansLearning REWIRED's FLASH INSIGHTS is a short and sharp distillation of key takeways from our podcast series. In this episode, the highlights of our interview with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School and author of the norm-challenging book, Grow the Pie - How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit.In this episode we learn:Why profit and purpose do not need to be a direct payoff and the route t greater wellbeing for all stakeholders?Why those at both extremes of the debate about responsible capitalism have more in common th...
2020-05-1419 min
Executive Learning REWIREDELR #011 - Delivering purpose and profit, with Alex EdmansBusinesses are under increasing pressure to seek their profits in a responsible way. The common view is that aiming for positive social outcomes requires financial sacrifice for investors; or, in the opposite direction, that the pursuit of profit is always at the cost of social and environmental health.But is there something fundamentally flawed with this worldview? Is there a different route that leads to increased profits and greater wellbeing for all stakeholders?Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School and author of the norm-challenging book, Grow the Pie - How Great Companies Deliver Both...
2020-05-0739 min
Executive Learning REWIREDELR #011 - Delivering purpose and profit, with Alex EdmansBusinesses are under increasing pressure to seek their profits in a responsible way. The common view is that aiming for positive social outcomes requires financial sacrifice for investors; or, in the opposite direction, that the pursuit of profit is always at the cost of social and environmental health.But is there something fundamentally flawed with this worldview? Is there a different route that leads to increased profits and greater wellbeing for all stakeholders?Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School and author of the norm-challenging book, Grow the Pie - How Great...
2020-05-0739 min
Lead From the HeartAlex Edmans: The Choice Between People & Profits Is A False Dichotomy
Now Is The Time To Make Employees As Important As Shareholders:
For decades, businesses have deferred to the interests of shareholders above and beyond the interests of all other stakeholders – most especially employees. And according to London Business School finance professor, Alex Edmans, shareholders have long been conditioned to believe that the value any company produces is a fixed pie – and so the only way for them to retain the largest slice of the pie is to ensure the size of the pie all other stakeholders get remains small. This mindset has meant that shareholders have se...
2020-04-101h 07
Employer Branding PodcastWhy Purpose-Driven Companies Succeed, with Alex Edmans of London Business SchoolServing society and turning a profit aren’t mutually exclusive. As this professor of finance uncovered, focusing on purpose helps companies succeed.
Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School and the author of Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit.
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https://www.growthepie.net/
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2020-04-0820 min
London's Leadership PodcastEP 44 - How to do business with purpose with London business school's Alex EdmansAlex EdmansBA (Oxford) PhD (MIT) Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School and Academic Director of the Centre for Corporate Governance. Alex graduated from Oxford University and then worked for Morgan Stanley in investment banking (London) and fixed income sales and trading (New York). After a PhD in Finance from MIT Sloan as a Fulbright Scholar, he joined Wharton in 2007 and was tenured in 2013 shortly before moving to LBS. Alex will be sharing some thoughts from his new book "Grow the pie" and how business can serve society.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LLPodcast)
2020-01-2717 min