Leadership Tagged Episodes

Elisabeth of Bohemia

October 5, 2025

Princess Elisabeth of Bohemia is best known for her correspondence with René Descartes. In her letters,…

Portrait of Elisabeth of Bohemia, a princess known for her philosophical correspondence with René Descartes.

Lincoln as a Philosopher

February 11, 2024

More than any other President, Abraham Lincoln is known for his words, from the Lincoln-Douglass…

Close-up portrait of Abraham Lincoln, showcasing his thoughtful expression.

What Do We Owe Future Generations?

September 19, 2021

We talk about owing future generations a better world. We might also think that we…

Man standing in a desolate landscape under a sky with the word "SORRY" written in large letters. What do we owe future generations?

Machiavelli

May 3, 2020

Niccolò Machiavelli is best known for arguing that people in power should use deception, force,…

Portrait of Niccolò Machiavelli, Renaissance author and political philosopher.

Food Justice

October 8, 2017

The number of chronically hungry people in the world is over 800 million, yet developed…

Illustration depicting food justice initiatives: community gardens, farmers markets, CSAs, and solidarity.

What Are Leaders Made of?

July 13, 2014

There seems to be a paradox in leadership: the qualities of ruthlessness and opportunism necessary…

Book cover: Great Quotes from Great Leaders, featuring photos of historical figures like Abraham Lincoln, Mother Teresa, and John F. Kennedy.

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