Dean Gropper Presents

Dean Daniel Gropper has spent his career at the intersection of economics, finance, and business education, and he knows where the real conversations are happening. In this podcast, he sits down with the economists, scholars, and leaders worth listening to, digging into the questions that don't always have easy answers. No agenda. Just the ideas that matter.

Dean Gropper Presents is a education podcast hosted by FAU College of Business, with 41 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

FAU College of Business hosts Dean Gropper Presents, a education show with 41 episodes published.

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  Supply Chain on Edge: The Strait of Hormuz and What It Means for Business

  Apr 14, 202624 min

  Episode recorded on April 3, 2026 Supply chain disruption sounds like a business problem — until it shows up at the gas pump and the grocery store. In this episode, Dean Daniel Gropper sits down with Steven Carnovale, associate professor of supply chain management at FAU's College of Business, to break down what's actually happening in the wake of the Iran conflict and why the Strait of Hormuz is such a critical pressure point for the global economy. Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

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  Senator, Economist, Author: Phil Gramm on Economic Freedom

  Mar 25, 202657 min

  In this fireside chat, Dean Daniel Gropper sits down with former U.S. Senator Phil Gramm, PhD economist, history-making legislator, and one of America's most prominent voices on economic policy. Together, they have a wide-ranging conversation on Senator Gramm’s career, his convictions, and his new book, The Triumph of Economic Freedom: Debunking the Seven Great Myths of American Capitalism. Dean Gropper and Senator Gramm explore his journey from Georgia to Texas A&M University to Capitol Hill, the ideas behind the book, and what economic history can teach us about the historical experiences of Socialism and Capitalism, and their relevance for today’s economic policy debates. Recorded 3.18.26 Pictured here from left to right is Tom Mersch, member of the Dean's Advisory Board, former Sen. Phil Gramm, adjunct professor Michael Block and Dean Gropper. Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

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  Inside U.S. Economic Policy: A Conversation with Former Deputy Treasury Secretary Michael Faulkender

  Jan 20, 202654 min

  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 Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

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  Introducing Dr. Cony Ho, new assistant marketing professor

  Nov 5, 202541 min

  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 Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

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  From Prediction to Creation: How AI Is Changing Marketing with Dr. Abhijit Guha

  Oct 30, 202552 min

  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 Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

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