How to Take Over the World
91 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 647 ratingsAnyone 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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Ask Me Anything + Dune 2 Review (Free Preview)
April 05, 2024 06:45 - 14 minutesAMA #1 - I answer questions about obsession vs discipline, where my intro music came from, who is coming up next on the podcast, and more. At the end of the episode I also give my review of Dune 2 and explain why I think Denis Villeneuve tried unsuccessfully to undermine his own movie. --- Links: Sign up for premium Ask a question for the next AMA Raise a Genius! Mentava --- Writing, research, and production by Ben Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Caesar Guide to Taking Over the World
March 31, 2024 22:43 - 59 minutesWhy is Julius Caesar one of the greatest men to have ever lived? What made him so remarkable? And how was he able to accomplish what he did? We unpack his playbook on this episode of How to Take Over the World. --- Sponsors: Henson Shaving - Use code takeover for two free years of razor blades (just make sure to add them to your cart) Incogni - Use code takeover for 60% off an annual plan to protect your data. --- Sources: Caesar: A Sketch by James Anthony Froude --- Writing, research, and pr...
Arnold Schwarzenegger Endnotes (Free Preview)
March 27, 2024 04:53 - 10 minutesHow did Arnold Schwarzenegger train? What was his approach to failure? Why did he just make things up during interviews? Find out on this endnotes episode! --- Sponsors: Premium Feed - To hear every episode as it comes out, including endnotes, bonus episodes, and mini-episodes. --- Sources: Arnold: The Education of a Bodybuilder by Arnold Schwarzenegger Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story by Arnold Schwarzenegger Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life by Arnold Schwarzenegger --- Writing, ...
Arnold Schwarzenegger
March 21, 2024 15:55 - 1 hourBodybuilder. Actor. Governor. Arnold Schwarzenegger has managed to make his way to the top of three wildly different games. On this episode, we outline his epic life journey and share some of the strategies and mindsets that he used. --- Sponsors: FactorMeals.com/Ben50 - Eat like the greats. Get your obsession fuel from Factor. TryMiracle.com/TakeOver - Sleep better with temperature-regulating and self-cleaning sheets. Speechify.com/Ben - Get an edge by processing information faster. Use this...
How to Start a Country (Network State Review)
March 15, 2024 00:57 - 24 minutesWant to take over the world? Well, how about we start with a country? On today's episode I review Balaji Srinivasan's The Network State where he explains his vision for the future of governance and how you might be able to start your own country sometime in the near future. --- Sponsors: Incogni.com/takeover - Use code takeover for 60% off an annual plan. --- Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John D Rockefeller - Endnotes (Free Preview)
March 01, 2024 02:58 - 11 minutesWas John Rockefeller a good man or a bad one? What did he do after he retired? How do his charitable contributions affect us to this day? Find out on this endnotes episode. --- Sponsors: Premium Feed - To hear every episode as it comes out, including endnotes, bonus episodes, and mini-episodes. --- Sources: Titan by Ron Chernow Random Reminiscences of Men and Events --- Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John D Rockefeller
February 25, 2024 03:16 - 1 hourHow did John D Rockefeller become the richest man of all time, and leverage that wealth into unparalleled influence? On this episode, we trace his rise, his strategies, tactics, habits, and leadership style. --- Sponsors: FactorMeals.com/Ben50 - Eat like the greats. Get your obsession fuel from Factor. Tamba.Digital - For all of your website, web app, and mobile app design needs Big Shot episode with David Rubenstein Premium Feed - To hear every episode as it comes out, including endnotes, bo...
MrBeast Endnotes (Free Preview)
February 15, 2024 16:43 - 8 minutesMore of my takeaways about obsession, cloning yourself, keeping a schedule, and more. --- New Website: TakeOverPod.com Talk with Ben Ask a question for upcoming AMA episode YouTube Channel To sign up for premium tier, go here. If you are broke and would like to beg for premium tier, send me an email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MrBeast (Interview)
February 08, 2024 11:00 - 1 hourTo watch this episode on YouTube, tap here: https://youtu.be/xlwwhAeknkA ----- MrBeast joins the podcast to discuss how he trains and manages his employees, why he didn't take Christmas and Thanksgiving off for more than five years, what separates him from other content creators, and more. ----- 00:00 - Introduction 02:30 - Jimmy's obsession with strategy games 05:15 - Did Jimmy consider himself smart? 08:50 - How does he manage his obsessions? 11:30 - Jimmy's inflection points 12:40 - Pushi...
Napoleon Endnotes (Free Preview)
February 01, 2024 10:00 - 12 minutesIn this endnotes episode, I cover Napoleon's psychology, his leadership style, his love life, his children, why France accepted an emperor so soon after ejecting their king, and much more. If you are interested in a premium subscription but can't afford one - email me at [email protected]. Also, check out my new website at TakeOverPod.com - major thanks to Tamba for the redesign. Sponsors: Premium Feed - To hear every episode as it comes out, including endnotes, bonus episodes, and mini-episod...
The Reign and Ruin of Napoleon
January 27, 2024 00:57 - 1 hourPart 2 covers the reign and eventual fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, starting shortly after his crowning as emperor, tracing his victories over his enemies, and ending with his defeat at the hands of the British and their allies. We explore the strategies, tactics, and work habits he used to administer one of the largest empires ever created. Also, check out my new website at TakeOverPod.com - major thanks to Tamba for the redesign. Sponsors: Premium Feed - To hear every episode as it comes out...
The Rise of Napoleon
January 16, 2024 17:02 - 1 hourPart 1 covers the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, tracing his journey from a modest beginning on the island of Corsica to his coronation as the Emperor of France. We explore the remarkable transformation of a young, ambitious artillery officer into a master strategist and charismatic leader. We uncover Napoleon's strategies, tactics, work habits, and leadership style. Also, check out my new website at TakeOverPod.com - major thanks to Tamba for the redesign. Sponsors: Premium Feed - To hear ever...
Napoleon Movie Review
November 28, 2023 21:50 - 31 minutesMy review of the Ridley Scott directed movie, Napoleon. I go through what I liked and didn't like, some of the historical inaccuracies, and how the movie could have been better. ----- Sponsors: Premium Feed - To hear every episode as it comes out, including endnotes, bonus episodes, and mini-episodes. Tamba.Digital - For all of your website, web app, and mobile app design needs Founders Podcast - To learn about the lives of even more great entreprenuers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Rasputin
November 22, 2023 07:19 - 23 minutesTO HEAR THE FULL EPISODE (AND ALL FUTURE BONUS CONTENT) SUBSCRIBE HERE ---> Takeoverpod.supercast.com ----- The mysterious life of Grigory Rasputin, the infamous Russian mystic and advisor to the Romanov family. We parse the enigmatic and often scandalous events that surrounded Rasputin's life, exploring the myths and realities that shrouded this controversial figure. We learn from Rasputin how to lead a cult following, and how to attract intense interest and devotion. ---- Follow me on socia...
Wright Brothers Endnotes
November 09, 2023 00:47 - 10 minutesTO HEAR THE FULL EPISODE (AND ALL FUTURE BONUS CONTENT) SUBSCRIBE HERE ---> Takeoverpod.supercast.com ----- Topics Covered: - Catherine Wright - The tied skirt fashion craze - Why Wilbur and Orville never married - A few minor corrections - The power of friendship and playfulness - + more! ---- Follow me on social media: Twitter: @BenWilsonTweets Instagram: @HTTOTW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wright Brothers (Part 2)
October 31, 2023 22:22 - 56 minutesPart 2 covers the the triumph of the Wright Brothers, and how achieved human flight for the first time - and popularized it. Sponsors: Premium Feed - To hear every episode as it comes out, including endnotes, bonus episodes, and mini-episodes. Tamba.Digital - For all of your website, web app, and mobile app design needs LinkedHacker.com/Ben - Follow this link for $100 off your next LinkedIn advertising campaign Founders Podcast - To learn about the lives of even more great entreprenuers --- S...
Wright Brothers (Part 1)
October 22, 2023 16:16 - 43 minutesPart 1 covers the the rise of the Wright Brothers, and how they went from frontier bicycle salesmen to aviation researchers. This episode covers some of their early insights into flight, and how their ability to frame the problem of flight differently led to their unparalleled success. Sponsors: Premium Feed - To hear every episode as it comes out, including endnotes, bonus episodes, and mini-episodes. Tamba.Digital - For all of your website, web app, and mobile app design needs LinkedHacker....
Genghis Khan Endnotes
October 12, 2023 21:08 - 11 minutesTO HEAR THE FULL EPISODE (AND ALL FUTURE BONUS CONTENT) SUBSCRIBE HERE ---> Takeoverpod.supercast.com ----- Topics Covered: - Mongol invasion of Europe - The rise and fall of Christianity in Asia - Genghis Khan's red hair - "Don't let him be frightened by dogs" - Mongols in England - + more! ---- Follow me on social media: Twitter: @BenWilsonTweets Instagram: @HTTOTW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Genghis Khan (Part 2)
October 05, 2023 14:12 - 47 minutesPart 2 covers the creation Genghis Khan's empire. It dives deeper into how he led, the strategies he used to win his battles, how he consolidated his empire, and what motivated him. Sponsors: LinkedHacker.com/Ben - Follow this link for $100 off your next LinkedIn advertising campaign Founders Podcast Tamba.Digital - For all of your website, web app, and mobile app design needs --- Sources: Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World by Jack Weatherford The Secret History of the Mongols Em...
Genghis Khan (Part 1)
September 14, 2023 03:19 - 1 hourPart 1 covers the awe-inspiring ascent of Genghis Khan, the legendary conqueror. Discover how he overcame adversity to become a unifying force among fragmented tribes. Our episode delves into his military brilliance and innovative strategies, offering timeless insights into leadership, adaptability, and strategic thinking. Sponsors: LinkedHacker.com/Ben - Follow this link for $100 off your next LinkedIn advertising campaign Indeed.com/Takeover - Use this link for $75 off your next hiring camp...
Oppenheimer: Movie Review + Endnotes
August 23, 2023 04:48 - 50 minutesWhat did the movie Oppenheimer get right? What was historically inaccurate? Did they manage to capture the true spirit of all the characters involved? What does J Rober Oppenheimer's life ultimately mean? I answer all of these questions and share some of my unused notes about the life of J Robert Oppenheimer. --- Sponsors: LinkedHacker.com/Ben - Follow this link for $100 off your next LinkedIn advertising campaign Indeed.com/Takeover - Use this link for $75 off your next hiring campaign Found...
Oppenheimer
August 16, 2023 01:30 - 1 hourLearn the true story behind the father of the atomic bomb. This episode explores not only his groundbreaking achievements as the inventor of the nuclear bomb but also the profound lessons his life and work offer. From his relentless pursuit of knowledge to his remarkable ability to assemble and lead brilliant scientific minds, Oppenheimer's story serves as a case study on the complexities of leadership, scientific discovery, ethical responsibility, and the perils of human ambition. --- Sponso...
Britain's Greatest Hero: Horatio Nelson (Episode 2)
July 19, 2023 10:00 - 51 minutesAdmiral Horatio Nelson's achievements and victories, including The Battle of Copenhagen and the battle of Trafalgar. --- Sponsors: LinkedHacker.com/Ben - Follow this link for $100 off your next LinkedIn advertising campaign Founders Podcast --- Sources: The Pursuit of Victory: The Life and Achievement of Horatio Nelson by Roger Knight Nelson: Britannia's God of War by Andrew Lambert --- Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Britain's Greatest Hero: Horatio Nelson (Episode 1)
July 01, 2023 15:00 - 1 hourThe early life and the dramatic rise of Admiral Horatio Nelson, a naval hero of Great Britain. Episode one takes us from his origins up through the battle of the Nile. --- Sponsors: LinkedHacker.com/Ben - Follow this link for $100 off your next LinkedIn advertising campaign Founders Podcast --- Sources: The Pursuit of Victory: The Life and Achievement of Horatio Nelson by Roger Knight Nelson: Britannia's God of War by Andrew Lambert --- Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson. Le...
Mini-Episode: Quid Non and Bloom's Two Sigma Problem
June 17, 2023 17:15 - 15 minutesThoughts on Sir Humphrey Gilbert and his motto "Quid Non" and Benjamin Bloom and his famous "two sigma problem." --- Nintil on Bloom's Two Sigma Problem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steve Jobs (Part 3)
June 06, 2023 19:35 - 49 minutesMy notes and takeaways from Make Something Wonderful: Steve Jobs in his own words. ----- Sponsors: Founders Podcast Upside Jobs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leonardo Da Vinci (Endnotes)
May 30, 2023 20:57 - 35 minutesThe second half of the life of Leonardo Da Vinci - artist, inventor, scientist, writer, playwright, and genius. --- Sources: Leonardo Da Vinci by Walter Isaacson Leonardo Da Vinci by Kenneth Clark Leonardo Da Vinci biography by Vasari --- Writing and production by Ben Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leonardo Da Vinci (Part 2)
May 23, 2023 21:44 - 46 minutesThe second half of the life of Leonardo Da Vinci - artist, inventor, scientist, writer, playwright, and genius. --- Sources: Leonardo Da Vinci by Walter Isaacson Leonardo Da Vinci by Kenneth Clark Leonardo Da Vinci biography by Vasari --- Sponsors: CopyThat.com - Use code TakeOver for $20 off IdeationBootcamp.co - Use code Ben for $50 off --- Writing and production by Ben Wilson. Sound design by Ezra Bakker Trupiano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leonardo Da Vinci (Part 1)
April 19, 2023 20:20 - 39 minutesThe early life and career of Leonardo Da Vinci - artist, inventor, scientist, writer, playwright, and genius. --- Sources: Leonardo Da Vinci by Walter Isaacson Leonardo Da Vinci biography by Vasari --- Sponsors: CopyThat.com - Use code TakeOver for $20 off IdeationBootcamp.co - Use code Ben for $50 off --- Writing and production by Ben Wilson. Sound design by Ezra Bakker Trupiano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
William Randolph Hearst (Part 2)
March 26, 2023 14:40 - 48 minutesThe rise of Williams Randolph Hearst as a politician, the expansion of his media empire, the creation of Hearst Castle, and more. --- Speak Lead Retreat To consult with Ben, click here The Chief: The Life of William Randolph Hearst by David Nasaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
William Randolph Hearst (Part 1)
March 11, 2023 02:32 - 55 minutesThe rise of Williams Randolph Hearst, founder of the Hearst Corporation and the first media magnate. --- To consult with Ben, click here To listen to Creative Elements, click here The Chief: The Life of William Randolph Hearst by David Nasaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A Conversation with Alex Petkas of The Cost of Glory
March 02, 2023 19:30 - 26 minutesHey everyone - next week I'll be back with a normal episode but in the mean time please enjoy this conversation with Alex Petkas about the power of biography, lessons from ancient Greece, and more. Rome retreat: http://ancientlifecoach.com/retreat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joan of Arc (Part 1)
February 24, 2023 22:49 - 1 hourJoan of Arc goes from being a peasant girl, to leading one of the greatest armies on earth in less than four months. Please consider supporting this episode's sponsors: If you are raising funds for your startup, please visit Capitaly.vc If you are thinking about selling your home, please visit Clever Sources: Joan of Arc: By Herself and Her Witnesses Joan of Arc: A History Special Shoutout: Elle Leemay (@elle_leemay) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joan of Arc (Part 2)
February 24, 2023 22:49 - 28 minutesJoan of Arc's legacy, her greatest attributes, theories on the voices in her head, and more. Please consider supporting this episode's sponsors: If you are raising funds for your startup, please visit Capitaly.vc If you are thinking about selling your home, please visit Clever Sources: Joan of Arc: By Herself and Her Witnesses Joan of Arc: A History Special Shoutout: Elle Leemay (@elle_leemay) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sulla (Part 1 from The Cost of Glory)
February 07, 2023 16:30 - 1 hourThe life and times of Lucius Cornelius Sulla Felix, as told by Alex Petkas on The Cost of Glory. Find more episodes of The Cost of Glory at https://ancientlifecoach.com/ or wherever you get your podcasts. If you are looking to start a podcast, check out PodRamp.io. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brigham Young (Part 3) - Interview with John Turner
February 04, 2023 18:10 - 53 minutesAn interview with Dr. John Turner, professor at George Mason University and biographer of Brigham Young, about his legacy, what made him so special, and more. If you are looking to sell a company, check out Tiny.com. If you are looking to start a podcast, check out PodRamp.io. Link: Brigham Young Pioneer Prophet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brigham Young (Part 2)
February 03, 2023 18:45 - 1 hourBrigham Young leads his people on a journey into the wilderness and builds a new kingdom in the desert. If you are looking to sell a company, check out Tiny.com. If you are looking to start a podcast, check out PodRamp.io. Sources: Brigham Young American Moses Brigham Young Pioneer Prophet Great Basin Kingdom Brigham Young The Colonizer Six Days in August: Brigham Young and the Succession Crisis of 1844 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Elizabeth II
October 04, 2022 16:00 - 40 minutesThe life and times of Elizabeth II, the late queen of the United Kingdom. Special thank you to our sponsor Tiny Capital. If you are interested in selling your business, please check them out at tiny.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brigham Young (Part 1)
September 09, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourHow Brigham Young rose from abject poverty to lead The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. If you are looking to sell a company, check out Tiny.com Sources: Brigham Young American Moses Brigham Young Pioneer Prophet Great Basin Kingdom Brigham Young The Colonizer Six Days in August: Brigham Young and the Succession Crisis of 1844 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vladimir Putin Part 1 (Updated)
May 27, 2022 15:41 - 1 hourVladimir Putin: Modern day czar, KGB man, billionaire, reformer, autocrat. In part 1, we examine his rise to power. This is an updated version with a new introduction and a few minor additions. Thank you to our sponsor, CopyThat. Take your writing to the next level. Go to TryCopyThat.com and use code TakeOver for $20 off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walt Disney (Part 2)
March 31, 2022 16:25 - 1 hourWalt Disney's rise to greatness, including his creation of Mickey Mouse, Snow White, Disneyland, and more. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walt Disney (Part 1)
January 20, 2022 21:45 - 44 minutesWalt Disney's childhood, adolescence, how how he got his start in animation, and his first successes. Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mini-Episode: John Wooden and How to Practice
January 08, 2022 17:39 - 11 minutesJohn Wooden was known as one of the greatest coaches of all time. So why he did he have shorter practices than any of his contemporaries, and what can it teach us about greatness? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Christmas Special
December 25, 2021 21:25 - 21 minutesThe story of St. Nicholas, plus listener questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Napoleon Revisited
December 14, 2021 17:10 - 28 minutesHow exactly was Napoleon able to accomplish so much in such a short period of time? On this episode, I review the book Napoleon: How He Did It. It was written by Baron Fain, a private secretary of Napoleon's. He explains Napoleon's systems and work habits in minute detail. On this episode, I highlight some of my top takeaways for how to be more efficient and maximize your impact. ----- This episode is brought to you by Cold Plunge. To learn more, go to TheColdPlunge.com and use code BenWilson...
Alexander the Great: Endnotes
December 08, 2021 14:49 - 37 minutesEverything you didn't know you needed to know about Alexander the Great. Topics include a brief review of the 2004 movie by Oliver Stone, Alexander's love life, what made Alexander so great, why did Alexander have blue eyes if he was Greek, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexander the Great (Part 2)
November 19, 2021 20:40 - 53 minutesAlexander the Great took his father's kingdom and made it the greatest empire the world had ever seen. Part two covers the apex of his powers, plots against his life, the unification of his empire, and more. Sources: * Alexander the Great and His Times by Agnes Savill * Philip & Alexander: Kings and Conquerors by Adrian Goldsworthy * The Landmark Arrian: The Campaigns of Alexander Sponsor: Use code BenWilson at TheColdPlunge.com to get $150 off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Alexander the Great (Part 1)
October 25, 2021 20:20 - 55 minutesAlexander the Great took his father's kingdom and made it the greatest empire the world had ever seen. Part one covers his childhood, education, rise to power, and early conquests. Sources: * Alexander the Great and His Times by Agnes Savill * Philip & Alexander: Kings and Conquerors by Adrian Goldsworthy * The Landmark Arrian: The Campaigns of Alexander Sponsor: Use code BenWilson at TheColdPlunge.com to get $150 off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SPECIAL: Interview on "If I Was Starting Today"
October 06, 2021 09:30 - 46 minutesRecently, I was interviewed on the podcast "If I Was Starting Today" by Jim Huffman. He has graciously allowed me to play that audio in full. We talk about a lot, including: * How I came up with the name and concept of his podcast * Traits you need to have to take over the world * The energy of the people who are the best in their fields * How to maximize where energy goes * The function of charisma * What it means to be half-insider and half-outsider * An unexpected common trait among leader...
How to Raise a Genius: Laszlo Polgar
September 17, 2021 22:01 - 30 minutesIs there a formula for genius? One man thinks that he has found it - and he used it to raise all three of his daughters to be world champion chess players. On this episode, I talk about the life of Laszlo Polgar, his training and teaching methods, and the successes of his three daughters - Susan, Sophia, and Judith. Link: Raise a Genius! by Laszlo Polgar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices