Jesus of Nazareth was the son of a carpenter. He never traveled further than 150 miles from his home in his adult life. So how did the movement he founded come to dominate the world, bringing in billions of followers?
On this episode, we explore his life, his impact, and how he was able to build such a powerful movement.
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Sources:
The New Testament In Its World by NT Wright
Jesus: A Biography from a Believer by Paul Johnson
The New Testament - The King James Version
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1:39:06
Edwin Land (Polaroid Founder)
Polaroid founder Edwin Land is one of the most innovative inventors to have ever lived. Steve Jobs considered him one of his greatest heroes. On this episode we explore the methods and strategies he used to build the beautiful products that he did.
00:00 The Eureka Moment: Birth of the Polaroid Camera
04:30 Early Life: High Agency Behavior
07:00 The Obsession with Polarization
09:30 From Harvard to Independent Research
16:40 Founding Polaroid: The Early Struggles
28:00 Wartime Innovations and Contributions
30:30 Maintaining The Vision
34:10 The Birth of the Instant Camera
37:00 Polaroid's Marketing Genius
38:30 The SX-70: A Revolutionary Camera
42:30 PolaVision: A Catastrophic Flop
45:50 Edwin Land's Legacy and Lessons
46:00 Final Takeaways and Reflections
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From Orphan to Icon: The Life and Legacy of Coco Chanel
Despite an incredibly challenging childhood, Coco Chanel revolutionized women's fashion. The episode delves into her humble beginnings, her rise to fame, her relationships, the launch of her fashion empire, and of course, the strategies she used to accomplish it all.
00:00 Introduction to Coco Chanel
01:45 Coco Chanel's Humble Beginnings
03:17 The Power of Self-Creation
07:40 Coco's Early Career and Rise
12:21 The Birth of Chanel's Fashion Empire
22:10 Chanel No. 5: A Perfume Revolution
25:50 The Little Black Dress and Beyond
30:07 Coco Chanel and Great Leadership
31:46 Coco Chanel's Rise in the Fashion Industry
32:29 World War II and Controversial Allegiances
39:11 Post-War Challenges and Strategic Moves
43:59 Chanel's Comeback and Fashion Philosophy
47:44 Final Years and Legacy
48:52 Key Takeaways from Coco Chanel's Life
59:44 Closing Remarks
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Donald Trump
Donald Trump: real estate mogul, master marketer, and the most polarizing figure of our time. How did he go from a brash young developer in Manhattan to the most powerful man in the world? In this episode of How to Take Over the World, we break down the strategies, mindset, and raw ambition that fueled his rise.
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00:00 - Introduction: The Farce and Reality of Donald Trump
02:40 - Who is Donald Trump?
03:55 - Polarizing Figure: Love Him or Hate Him
06:06 - Fred Trump: The Formative Influence
08:56 - Young Donald: Aggression and Military School
14:53 - College Years and Avoiding the Vietnam War
18:31 - Early Real Estate Ventures
25:41 - The Grand Hyatt: A Major Success
35:40 - Trump Tower: Controversy and Prestige
43:45 - Trump's Wollman Rink Success
45:36 - Television City: A Bold Vision
48:01 - The Cringe Factor: Embracing Failure
51:12 - Recap of Trump's Early Success
54:24 - The Downfall Begins: Casinos and Distractions
01:01:35 - Trump's Desperate Measures
01:08:34 - The Apprentice: A Turning Point
01:11:22 - Understanding Trump: The Deal Maker
01:19:24 - Final Thoughts and Controversies
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Captain Cook
Captain Cook was one of the greatest explorers of all time. And he also lived on of the most adventurous, exciting lives ever. On this episode we break down his discoveries and the strategies that allowed him to accomplish and discover so much.
00:00 - Introduction
09:00 - Early Life
14:00 - Cook in Canada
26:20 - First Voyage
1:14:00 - Second Voyage
1:25:30 - Third Voyage
1:30:00 - Takeaways
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Writing, research, and production by Ben Wilson.
Anyone who has achieved greatness has, in part, patterned themselves after those who came before. Napoleon learned from Charlemagne, Charlemagne learned from Caesar, and Caesar learned from Alexander the Great. This podcast analyzes the lives of some of the greatest men and women to ever live. By examining their strategies, tactics, mindset, and work habits, How to Take Over the World helps you understand the great ones, so that you can follow in their footsteps.
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