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Exploring the intersection of decisions, the brain, uncertainty, and the business world. Hosted by John Burkhardt & Rich Lauria.John is a neuroscientist and behavioral economist, founder of Capita Solutions, a behavior change & financial strategy agency, and adjunct professor at Harvard University, where he lectures on neuroscience of investing.Rich Lauria is a thought leader at the intersection of risk and behavior, and currently serves as Associate Director in Columbia University's ERM program.Questions: behaviorandrisk@gmail.com
John Burkhardt and Rich Lauria hosts Behavior & Risk, a business show with 26 episodes published.
The episode argues that the opioid crisis was not a failed risk calculation but a knowingly scaled, dangerous product driven by “profit first” incentives, echoing a broader cultural shift. It focuses on Purdue Pharma and
This episode reviews the rise and fall of Archegos, the 2013 Midtown Manhattan family office run by Bill Hwang, who previously settled SEC insider-trading charges at Tiger Asia. Using financing from six banks—Goldman Sac
This episode of Behavior and Risk examines how AI is being deployed across healthcare—from chatbots and personalized treatment planning to imaging and surgical tools—and focuses on the regulatory landscape, especially in
We break from past episodes to analyze the ongoing Blue Owl Capital saga and make predictions about a current case's outcome, using it as a live case study in risk management and investor psychology. We discuss private c
We compare memories of the failed AOL–Time Warner merger with the turbulent 2025–2026 battle for Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the new case is fundamentally different despite superficial parallels. We trace the timelin
In this episode of Behavior and Risk, we discuss Singapore’s Monetary Authority imposing collective fines totaling $21.5M on nine financial institutions—including UBS, Citibank, and Julius Baer—tied to a 2023 money laund
In this thought-provoking episode, Rich & John delve deep into the concept of loss aversion and its pervasive influence on human behavior and decision-making. Unlike previous episodes that focus on specific cases, this d
In this episode of 'Behavior and Risk,' we explore the world of stable coins, a unique type of cryptocurrency designed to minimize price volatility by pegging its value to a stable asset like the US dollar or gold. We di
In this episode, we delve into the world of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), with a focus on the three countries that have fully adopted them: The Bahamas, Jamaica, and Nigeria. We'll explore how CBDCs operate, t
In this episode, we explore the rise and fall of Nikola Corporation, the hydrogen truck company founded in 2015 by Trevor Milton. Initially billed as the Tesla of hydrogen trucks, Nikola quickly surged to a $30 billion v
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of telematics or usage-based insurance (UBI) for automobiles. We explore how UBI aims to reduce car insurance premiums based on actual driving behavior recorded via smartphone
In this episode, we delve into the complex and often misunderstood world of sociopathy within the business leadership context. Popular culture has portrayed sociopaths as extreme and malevolent individuals, but the reali
The episode explores the dramatic rise and fall of Charlie Javis, an ambitious entrepreneur who founded Frank, a FinTech EdTech firm aimed at simplifying the financial aid process for students. JP Morgan Chase acquired F
Explore the deep-rooted legacy and controversial history of 3M's use of PFAS chemicals in this comprehensive video. We dive into the origins of 3M, its massive product portfolio, and the alarming internal studies that fl
In this edition of 'Behavior and Risk,' the discussion focuses on the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) in the United States, addressing its historical context, structural and operational problems, and the behavior
In this episode, we delve into the contrasting fates of Google Glass and the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses. We explore why Google Glass failed despite being a pioneering product, facing public outrage over privacy concerns
In this episode, we investigate the collapse of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange, delving into its causes and exploring potential preventative measures for future financial institution failures. We discuss common risk fac
In this episode, we dive deep into the dramatic rise and fall of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), tracing its journey from a small bank in Santa Clara, California, to its collapse in March 2023. We analyze the factors that led
In this episode, we dive deep into the alarming fatality rates of the Brightline, an intercity high-speed rail operating in central and southern Florida. We explore the shocking statistics underlying Brightline, includin
In this episode of Behavior and Risk, we delve into the recent lawsuit filed by Uber against DoorDash, alleging anti-competitive practices. We explore the competitive landscape of the food delivery industry, the distinct
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