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George W. Bush Presidential Center
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The Strategerist

What happens when you cross the 43rd President, late night sketch comedy, and interesting conversation? The inspiration behind The Strategerist– a podcast series highlighting the American spirit of leadership and compassion.

  1. Mary Tobin -- Building a More Perfect Union

    NOV 7

    Mary Tobin -- Building a More Perfect Union

    Mary Tobin is the Director of Brickyard Chapters and Programs for nonprofit More Perfect Union, which aims to bring people together through social connection, service, and civic engagement events in order to build stronger and more resilient communities.

    45 min
  2. Rena Pederson -- A Trailblazer in Journalism

    OCT 31

    Rena Pederson -- A Trailblazer in Journalism

    Rena Pederson is a true trailblazer in journalism. During her storied career, she interviewed five U.S. presidents and countless history makers including Margaret Thatcher and Fidel Castro. Texas Monthly described her as one of the most powerful women in Texas during her time serving as vice president and editorial page editor at The Dallas Morning News.

    37 min
  3. Vladimir and Evgenia Kara-Murza -- Their Struggle for Freedom and Fight for Democracy in Russia

    OCT 26

    Vladimir and Evgenia Kara-Murza -- Their Struggle for Freedom and Fight for Democracy in Russia

    Mere months ago, Russian activist and journalist Vladimir Kara-Murza thought he would die in Siberia, where he was imprisoned for speaking out against Russian President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine.

    50 min
  4. Ambassador John J. Sullivan -- Lessons Learned as a U.S. Diplomat in Moscow

    OCT 10

    Ambassador John J. Sullivan -- Lessons Learned as a U.S. Diplomat in Moscow

    John J. Sullivan is the former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, former Deputy Secretary of State, and author of Midnight in Moscow, a memoir of his experiences in Russia.

    50 min
  5. John Blake -- Texas Rangers Baseball Executive and Bush Center Docent

    SEP 27

    John Blake -- Texas Rangers Baseball Executive and Bush Center Docent

    John Blake is not only the Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the 2023 world champion Texas Rangers, but he is also a docent at the George W. Bush Presidential Museum, where he has volunteered since the museum opened its doors in 2013.

    37 min
  6. How to Support Freedom in North Korea & Advocate for Escapees -- Expert Roundtable

    SEP 20

    How to Support Freedom in North Korea & Advocate for Escapees -- Expert Roundtable

    The North Korean regime is one of the most brutal on Earth. Executions, torture, and arbitrary detention are commonplace. Many lose their lives attempting to escape. For those who do make it out of the hermit kingdom, many difficulties remain.

    35 min
  7. Robert “Navy Bob” Roncska -- From the Nuclear Football to Nuclear Submarines

    SEP 6

    Robert “Navy Bob” Roncska -- From the Nuclear Football to Nuclear Submarines

    During Dr. Robert Roncska’s impressive 28-year career in the Navy, he commanded a nuclear-powered submarine, led the largest submarine squadron in the U.S. fleet, and even carried the nuclear football for President George W. Bush, who affectionately named him “Navy Bob.”

    32 min
  8. Cullum Clark -- Innovation, Opportunity, and Economic Growth

    AUG 30

    Cullum Clark -- Innovation, Opportunity, and Economic Growth

    Cullum Clark serves as Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative and is an Adjunct Professor of Economics at SMU. He leads the Bush Institute’s work on domestic economic policy and economic growth and recently released a report on how education and medical institutions can become more powerful drivers of prosperity in America’s cities.

    43 min
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What happens when you cross the 43rd President, late night sketch comedy, and interesting conversation? The inspiration behind The Strategerist– a podcast series highlighting the American spirit of leadership and compassion.

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    George W. Bush Presidential Center
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    2019 - 2024
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