Leadership Lessons From The Great Books

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Understanding great literature is better than trying to read and understand (yet) another business book, Leadership Lessons From The Great Books leverages insights from the GREAT BOOKS of the Western canon to explain, dissect, and analyze leadership best practices for the post-modern leader.

  1. The Coming Millennial Superhero

    14h ago ·  Bonus Video

    The Coming Millennial Superhero

    Millennials are beginning to be heroic at the movies. --- Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.--- Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    26 min
  2. The Declaration of Independence by John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert Livingston, and Roger Sherman, July 4, 1776

    6d ago ·  Bonus Video

    The Declaration of Independence by John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert Livingston, and Roger Sherman, July 4, 1776

    The Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams, July 4, 1776.---Music: Stars and Stripes Forever by John Philip Sousa, Performed by European Archive (https://musopen.org/) --- Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.--- Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    18 min
  3. The Declaration of Independence at 250 w/Dorollo Nixon, Jr. and Jesan Sorrells

    Jul 1 ·  Video

    The Declaration of Independence at 250 w/Dorollo Nixon, Jr. and Jesan Sorrells

    The Declaration of Independence at 250 w/Dorollo Nixon, Jr. and Jesan Sorrells---In this special 250th anniversary episode, Jesan Sorrells and Dorollo Nixon, Jr. dive into the enduring leadership lessons from the U.S. Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson and the Founding Fathers. They debate whether the U.S. is now in its “sixth republic,” explore the generational and ideological shifts shaping America’s future, and analyze how the founding document’s principles, evidence, and vision still frame leadership in a turbulent political climate. The episode also discusses how changing expectations of government, evolving party structures, and generational archetypes will impact the next phase of the American experiment. Book Title: Declaration of IndependenceAuthor: Thomas Jefferson and the Founding FathersGuests: Jesan Sorrells (Host), Dorollo Nixon, Jr. (Guest)---Time-Stamped Overview----00:00 Reflecting on the Declaration's impact 05:36 Discussing America's founding ideals 16:02 Reflections on the American Republic 17:57 Debate on America's Christian roots 24:23 Post-Civil War Changes 31:40 Discussion on a Sixth Republic 35:11 Discussing America's new secular cycle 41:43 Understanding Marxism and Modern Socialism 45:28 Shift from Production to Discussion 54:31 Discussing socialism in American politics 55:43 Discussing political extremism and consequences 01:02:13 Discussing socialism vs. capitalism movement 01:07:09 Struggles of democratic leadership 01:11:33 Comparing vision and embodiment 01:16:47 Discussing political strategies 01:26:50 Discussing Articles 6 and 10 01:31:32 Discussing generational archetypes 01:37:01 Analyzing crisis-driven constitutional change 01:41:47 Third-party dynamics in US history 01:45:02 Concerns about immigration and integration 01:50:01 Influence of Wendell Berry ---- Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.--- Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 51m
  4. The Architecture of a Republic - American at 250

    Jun 25 ·  Bonus Video

    The Architecture of a Republic - American at 250

    Leaders, never bet against the American people. --- Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.--- Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    12 min
  5. Les Miserables by Victor Hugo w/Jesan Sorrells & Libby Unger

    Jun 24 ·  Video

    Les Miserables by Victor Hugo w/Jesan Sorrells & Libby Unger

    Les Misérables by Victor Hugo w/Jesan Sorrells & Libby Unger---Jesan Sorrells and Libby Unger explore Victor Hugo's masterpiece Les Misérables, examining its insights on moral authority, the impact of historical trauma, and the power of redemption in leadership. They discuss Hugo's romanticism, the enduring influence of French history on civic institutions, and how individual heroism still inspires contemporary audiences. The episode also draws parallels between Les Misérables' characters, modern social issues, and the necessity of aligning leadership values with virtuous action. Book Title: Les MisérablesAuthor: Victor HugoGuests: Jesan Sorrells, Libby Unger---Time-Stamped Overview---00:00 Introduction to a Classic Book 06:31 Discovering French history through Les Mis 13:15 European influence and historical trends 17:10 Victor Hugo's impact on France 26:14 Moral authority in leaders and characters 27:34 Ben Hur and themes of revenge 36:57 Monsignor Bienvenue's isolating virtue 42:19 Life after prison struggles 42:58 The power of small kindnesses 49:50 Perceptions of America through the FIFA World Cup (2026) 58:02 Discussing political candidates' solutions 59:35 Consequences in a democratic republic 01:07:35 Populism and public sacrifice 01:12:55 Valjean's transformation through grace 01:17:16 Reflections on Waterloo's aftermath 01:23:54 Impact of Waterloo on French psyche 01:28:57 Napoleon crowns himself emperor 01:33:13 Understanding homelessness as a human issue 01:39:34 Discussing poverty in Les Misérables 01:45:57 Unexpected performance sparks epiphany 01:48:24 Lessons on being heroic --- Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.--- Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    1h 51m
  6. Ben-Hur and Our Western Christian Assumptions

    Jun 18 ·  Bonus Video

    Ben-Hur and Our Western Christian Assumptions

    Leaders, we almost never examine the assumptions that underlie the scaffolding of the decisions we make.--- Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.--- Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    8 min
  7. Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace w/John Hill & Jesan Sorrells

    Jun 17 ·  Video

    Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace w/John Hill & Jesan Sorrells

    Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace w/John Hill & Jesan Sorrells---In this episode, the hosts dive deep into Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace, exploring the novel’s themes of sacred vs. profane worldviews, the challenges of re-sacralizing modern Western culture, and how historical shifts in meaning affect society today. They examine the influence of religion, technology, and literature on leadership and personal identity, drawing parallels between ancient struggles and contemporary moral dilemmas. The episode also addresses America’s unique cultural experiment in pluralism, the role of skepticism, and the power of books to transmit ideas across generations. Book Title: Ben HurAuthor: Lew WallaceGuest: John HillHost: Jesan Sorrells---Time-Stamped Overview---00:00 Transformation of Western Society 12:23 Introducing Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace 24:03 The struggle of modern times 38:52 Understanding your target audience 52:36 Why I Avoid Politics Here 55:36 Evolution from Ethnos to Race 01:08:21 Hannah Arendt on the Eichmann trial 01:16:01 Discussing morality without religion 01:34:24 Balancing work, productivity, and purpose 01:36:17 Questioning traditional approaches 01:51:21 Discussing cultural criticism and religion 02:02:44 Discussing sales motivation and beliefs 02:10:01 Gen Z's religious beliefs shifting 02:24:01 Embracing change and personal growth 02:30:05 Meaningful conversations at rallies --- Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.--- Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    2h 34m
  8. Order of the Day, Gen. Dwight Eisenhower - June 6, 1944 (D-Day) - 82nd Anniversary

    Jun 6 ·  Bonus

    Order of the Day, Gen. Dwight Eisenhower - June 6, 1944 (D-Day) - 82nd Anniversary

    Order of the Day (1944) by General Dwight D. Eisenhower, Supreme Allied Commander.--- Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.--- Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    9 min
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Understanding great literature is better than trying to read and understand (yet) another business book, Leadership Lessons From The Great Books leverages insights from the GREAT BOOKS of the Western canon to explain, dissect, and analyze leadership best practices for the post-modern leader.

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    Leadership Toolbox Podcast Network
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    2021 - 2026
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