What business case studies can teach us, with HBR’s Cold Call

👂 When it comes to business and management, learning by example is often the smartest way forward. Harvard Business School (HBS) offers just that — field veterans bring their top research and most compelling business case study deep dives to Harvard Business Review’s podcast Cold Call.

All about the world of business: Running for nearly a decade, Cold Call has been serving up legendary case studies to its listeners and unpacking the decisions behind major business moves at some of the world’s biggest companies. Host and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at HBS Brian Kenny leads the podcast, accompanied by interviews with business leaders, CEOs, and Harvard academics. With business-savvy language and clear explanations, the podcast is both informative and engaging, blending casual conversation with well-researched insights in 30-40-minute episodes.

An episode that stood out: One of Cold Call’s latest episodes zooms in on the fascinating case of Single User Reinvented Toilet (SURT), a breakthrough in sanitation technology developed by the Gates Foundation. The designer of the sanitation system Dr. Shannon Yee joins the episode to discuss the mechanics and the grueling process of implementing the USD 13.5 mn off-grid, eco-friendly innovation on a global scale. Alongside HBS Assistant Professor Maria Roche, the three experts engage in a dense yet highly engaging exploration of the nuanced moral, strategic, and operational challenges of bringing socially impactful tech to scale.

A can’t-miss listen for business buffs: Cold Call is anything but an average business podcast. Backed by the depth of Harvard Business Review’s (HBR) research archive and professional network, the podcast stands out as a top-tier source for insider perspectives and real-world business insights.

WHERE TO LISTEN- You can tune in on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube.