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Steve Abrams, the owner of the New York City staple Magnolia Cupcakes just stopped by the office for an interview. While he didn't bring any treats, he did offer up […]
Big Think had the pleasure of sitting down with Kay Redfield Jamison, Ph.D. this morning. Dr. Jamison is, first and foremost, Professor of Psychiatry at the Johns Hopkins University School […]
When attending the Mobius LA forum hosted by the American Institute of Architecture this weekend, a lecture about site-specific art picked my brain. I became obsessed by the subject of […]
It’s mostly been examined as the nexus of the world’s wealthiest nations and drawn some skepticism for being hosted in Pittsburgh. But the recent G20 Summit, also saw enough protesters […]
Danny Meyer, the CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group, stopped by Big Think’s offices the other week to chat about the restaurant business in New York City. After more than […]
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A conversation with the New York Bureau Chief of the Economist and Co-Author of Philanthrocapitalism.
Matthew Bishop stays up at night covering late-breaking stories for work.
Matthew Bishop’s biggest career mistake was staying in New York City when he should have pursued an opportunity abroad.
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Matthew Bishop’s ethical dilemma involves the journalists’ fine line between hitting interviewees with hard questions and maintaining friendly sources. The demands of news editors often conflict with the feelings of […]
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Matthew Bishop of The Economist explains how old journalists are staking a claim in the new media world with the help of philanthrocapitalists.
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Can non-profits provide important business lessons to for-profit companies? Matthew Bishop of the Economist thinks so: he refutes the corporate stereotype of bumbling non-profit leadership and provides examples of for-profits […]
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The U.S. economy is suffering through its worst unemployment rate in 26 years-and it's not going to get better any time soon. Luckily, the New York Bureau Chief for the […]
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Philanthrocapatilists and small donors are increasingly provide charity independently of governments and large institutions. Is this a good trend?
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Depending on whom you talk to, philanthrocapitalism is either a much-needed revolution in the way that charity is delivered, or yet another depressing symptom of our increasingly stratified society. Matthew […]
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As China made clear during Obama's visit, the country has caught up to the West in a big way. But is it ready to take on the role of a […]
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Do highly publicized, star-studded events like the Clinton Global Initiative Summit make a real positive impact on the world? Matthew Bishop, co-author of Philanthrocapitalism, thinks so; he tells Big Think […]
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Why the Union Square Hospitality CEO is always worried about his extended family.
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Danny Meyer has been in the restaurant business for 24 years. He talks about how food television wrongly portrays the industry, and what impact this recession could have on high-end […]
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Restaurateur Danny Meyer explains his qualms with pushy restaurants and addresses a common rumor surrounding sushi.
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How the CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group came up with the idea for Shake Shack. Plus, why his 21st birthday was the best meal he’s ever had.