Corporate social responsibility: How to avoid a backlash From Prius to Ben and Jerry's, companies are embracing social responsibility. But is there a risk for luxury brands like BMW and Rolex when they try to "do good" for society?9:06 a.m.
Guests
Carlos Torelli: Assistant Professor of Marketing at the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management.
Michal Strahilevitz: Professor of Marketing at Golden Gate University in San Francisco.
Undressing the economic issues of the day From the Greek debt crisis to the battle in Congress over the debt ceiling and continuing concerns over a double-dip recession, economic news is complex and confusing. The naked economist joins Midmorning to sort it all out.10:06 a.m.
Guests
Charles Wheelan: Lecturer at the Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago and author of "Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science."
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