In this episode, Dean Daniel Gropper sits down with Michael Faulkender, former Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Treasury for a wide-ranging conversation on U.S. economic policy and its real-world effects.

Faulkender shares his perspective on the current economic landscape and unpacks how major legislative efforts—such as the GENIUS Act and the One Big Beautiful Bill—shape labor markets, consumer behavior, and overall economic growth.

Episode Recorded, January 15, 2026

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Join Dean Gropper as he sits down with the newest addition to FAU's marketing department, Dr. Cony Ho. Dr. Ho shares his unique journey from an initial passion for sports to pursuing a career in "pure marketing" academia.

Recorded November, 4 2025

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In this episode, Dean Gropper sits down with Dr. Abhijit Ghua, a new marketing professor in the College of Business, to discuss his background, research, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in marketing. Dr. Ghua shares his perspective on how AI has shifted from prediction to creation—exploring what generative AI means for businesses, consumers, and the way we interact with technology in everyday life. From AI-driven shopping experiences to its growing presence as a “virtual friend” or therapist, Dr. Ghua dives into the fascinating questions that shape his work: How do consumers respond to generative AI? And what does this mean for the future of marketing?

Recorded October 15, 2025

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