Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, believes the “Yellowstone” spinoff could succeed, but only if another creator can match Taylor Sheridan’s execution.
Terence Lau, dean of the College of Law, warns companies owed billions in tariff refunds risk shareholder lawsuits if they don't file despite political pressure from the president.
Patrick Penfield, professor of practice in the Whitman School, predicts only a modest price drop after an Iran ceasefire with significant reductions unlikely until the war ends.
Robert Murrett, professor of practice in the Maxwell School, shares how the situation in the Strait of Hormuz is highly volatile with serious escalation risks.
Gregory Germain, professor in the College of Law, says consumers usually bear tariff costs through higher prices, but it’s difficult to prove exactly what they paid, making refunds unlikely.
William Banks, professor emeritus in the College of Law and Maxwell School, analyzes the operational plans and legal justification around the new White House ballroom.
The University is launching a creator economy minor this fall through Newhouse and Whitman, a move Acting Chancellor J. Michael Haynie says reflects where the economy is going.
Carl Schramm, University Professor in the School of Information Studies, advocates for U.S. commitment to poorer nations while also advancing entrepreneurial capitalism.
Margarita Estévez-Abe, associate professor in the Maxwell School, says Japan’s decision channels increased defense spending domestically while helping to forge new alliances.
Bill Werde, director of the Bandier Program in the Newhouse School, explains how Spotify's partnership with independent venues helps smaller artists who lack marketing resources.
Patrick Penfield, professor of practice in the Whitman School, says marketplace dynamics allow domestic oil to command higher prices internationally due to supply constraints.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, says TMZ’s Disney World photo of Sen. Lindsey Graham was newsworthy because it showed a lawmaker away during a crisis.
Mark Lodato, dean of the Newhouse School, describes his experience attending the White House Correspondents’ Dinner that was the site of an active shooter.
Lee McKnight, associate professor in the School of Information Studies, talks about the ways academic researchers can assist law enforcement in understanding AI deepfake cases.
Michiko Ueda-Ballmer, associate professor in the Maxwell School, provides insight about state discrepancies related to mental health and suicide prevention.
Paulo Shakarian, professor in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, says Anthropic's Project Glasswing positions the company as a leader in mitigating AI security risks.
Rick Burton, professor emeritus in the Falk College, predicts North American sports sponsorships will double by 2033 driven partly by major events and the growth of women's sports.
Robert Murrett, professor of practice in the Maxwell School, says the U.S. Naval blockade would be challenging with limited U.S. warships, relying on air and intelligence support.
Ryan Griffiths, professor in the Maxwell School, notes 53 years is an unusually long time for a local secession effort like South Seaside Park's successful campaign.
Kivanc Avrenli, professor of practice in the Whitman School, says air traffic control and gaming share skills like reaction time, spatial awareness and tracking multiple variables.
Sean O’Keefe, University Professor Emeritus in the Maxwell School, talks about the legacy and future of space exploration following the Artemis II mission.
Margaret Thompson, professor in the Maxwell School, believes Pope Leo’s unusually direct public role reflects how political leaders increasingly invoke religious language.
Roy Gutterman, professor in the Newhouse School, says it’s unlikely the release of new Epstein documents will uncover a silver bullet that answers all decision-making questions.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, says Trump’s long-standing media persona allows him to frame “winning” as an attitude rather than a set of facts.
Patrick Penfield, professor of practice in the Whitman School, explains that freight companies face pressure for same-day shipments as consumers get used to faster delivery.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, says major cases like the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping typically fade from national headlines due to a lack of new information.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, says repurposing established properties is not new, but the practice is growing because it avoids potential risks.
Jessica Garay, assistant professor in the Falk College, says a varied diet of plant and animal proteins is enough for most people to meet their daily vitamin B6 needs.
Patrick Penfield, professor in the Whitman School, says fuel prices representing about half of shipping costs cause economic slowdowns as companies reduce transportation speeds.
Matthew Huber, professor in the Maxwell School, says nuclear power offers reliable carbon-free energy for cold climates but requires long-term investment to decarbonize the grid.
Kivanc Avrenli, professor of practice in the Whitman School, questions whether the LaGuardia collision exposes systemic issues in how busy airports manage workload.
Nina Kohn, Distinguished Professor in the College of Law, explains that making bad choices does not meet the legal standard for courts to impose a conservatorship.
Rick Burton, professor emeritus in the Falk College, says NIL payments and the transfer portal have made it harder for mid-major schools to attract top talent, reducing upsets in the NCAA tournament.
Jane Burrell, teaching professor in the Falk College, encourages pursuing health through nourishment, physical activity and stress reduction rather than focusing on labels.
Charles Driscoll, University Professor in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, discusses the potential source of high mercury levels found in local sediment.
Shubha Ghosh, professor in the College of Law, says the Supreme Court affirmed the existing system for flagging infringing online content remains sufficient.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, says “WKRP in Cincinnati” resonated by showing radio as a personality-driven community space amid a shift to corporate broadcasting models.
Natalie Koch, professor in the Maxwell School, says Saudi Arabia's donation aims to raise its international profile and attract wealthy tourists as the kingdom diversifies its economy.
Patrick Penfield, professor of practice in the Whitman School, warns about rising prices on plastic products like disposable cutlery and garbage bags as oil prices surge.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, discusses the highs, lows and the “definitive” era of “Good Morning America” as the show celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Robert Murrett, professor of practice in the Maxwell School, concludes that Russia appears to be testing new tactical approaches in its spring offensive in Ukraine.
Lori Brown, Distinguished Professor in the School of Architecture, is interviewed about her career and her newest publication “The Bloomsbury Global Encyclopedia of Women in Architecture, 1960-2020.”
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, explains how the 1951 hearings created a watershed moment when Americans watched breaking news together live for the first time.
Matthew Mulvaney, associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, discusses what’s next for social media companies and the way platforms engage children and teens.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, explains why there is enduring fascination with watching prominent people experience failures or public embarrassment.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, says Brendon's role on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” established the "Xander type" trope—an Everyman with realistic flaws.
Susan Parks, professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, explains how rare sperm whale birth footage reveals insights into their complex social lives.
Grant Reeher, professor in the Maxwell School, says a Democratic primary turnout surge suggests increased energy, while Republicans struggle to find inspiring 2026 campaign issues.
Baobao Zhang, associate professor in the Maxwell School, says widespread AI content creates a "liar's dividend" where people mistakenly dismiss real government communications.
Jennifer Billinson, assistant professor in the Newhouse School, says the song’s renewed popularity reflects a turn toward nostalgia as audiences seek comfort in music tied to a simpler past.
Ryan Monarch, associate professor in the Maxwell School, says oil price shocks affect economic production beyond direct gasoline costs during periods of elevated inflation.
Roy Gutterman, professor in the Newhouse School, discusses First Amendment concerns and the limits of FCC authority amid threats to revoke broadcast licenses over war coverage.
William Banks, professor emeritus in the College of Law and Maxwell School, led a roundtable about the history of the CIA and how climate change and technology are shaping national security and espionage.
Beth Egan, associate professor in the Newhouse School, discusses the messaging strategy that would need to go into a Social Security public awareness campaign.
Kendall Phillips, professor in the College of Visual and Performing Arts, discusses the influence of Hollywood as it relates to Friday the 13th superstitions.
Bill Werde, director of the Bandier Program in the Newhouse School, and Shubha Ghosh, professor in the College of Law, say that the Live Nation settlement addresses only a small part of concertgoers' frustrations.
Margarita Estévez-Abe, associate professor in the Maxwell School, says Takaichi's landslide victory gives her political space until 2028 to focus on repairing relations with China.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, explains how biopics can play loose with facts for dramatic effect but risk upsetting their subjects.
Hamid Ekbia, University Professor in the Maxwell School, analyzes Iran's uprising through a historical perspective, examining tensions between monarchist and secular movements amid foreign intervention.
Grant Reeher, professor in the Maxwell School, says Zohran Mamdani strategically brought a real estate proposal to the president given their New York ties and Trump's industry background.
J. Christopher Hamilton, assistant professor in the Newhouse School, says the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger would create unprecedented control over news and entertainment consumed by millions of Americans.
Bill Werde, director of the Bandier Program in the Newhouse School, and Shubha Ghosh, professor in the College of Law, discuss the ramifications of the Live Nation-Ticketmaster lawsuit.
William Banks, professor emeritus in the College of Law and Maxwell School, explains the Posse Comitatus Act and the role of the military in domestic policing.
Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor in the Newhouse School, says the president’s years as star of “The Apprentice” honed his sense of showmanship and rhetorical timing.
Baobao Zhang, associate professor in the Maxwell School, says that past government attempts to use automated systems for welfare fraud detection highlight the need for rigorous real-world evaluation.
J. Christopher Hamilton, assistant professor in the Newhouse School, says the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger could undermine credible news coverage as Americans lose trust in legacy media.
James Baker, professor in the College of Law, says there is a contradiction between threatening to designate a company as a supply chain risk while using the Defense Production Act to compel its services.
Chancellor-elect J. Michael Haynie spoke about being an active participant in the lives of students during the press conference announcing his appointment.
Patrick Penfield, professor in the Whitman School, discusses how constraints and instability around the Middle East shipping channels will trickle down to consumers.
