Leaders and Legends
273 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsThe Leaders and Legends podcast features conversations with fascinating and dynamic men and women whose impact has shaped our knowledge, our world, and us. Join us as we discuss their imprint on our history. The program is hosted by Robert Vane who is principal of Veteran Strategies, Inc., an-Indiana based veteran business enterprise specializing in public outreach, media relations, speechwriting, public speaking, and crisis communications.
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Bob Ryan, Sports Columnist Emeritus for the Boston Globe
April 22, 2024 12:50 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBBob Ryan is one of the most famous and respected sportswriters of the past 50 years. You’ve seen him on TV and (if you’re smart) you follow him on X, and this week he is our guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss Larry Bird, “Deflategate”, the impact of Caitlin Clark, and a whole bunch more. It was like having the sports page all to myself…hope you enjoy our conversation. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultan...
Jason Herbert, Host of “Historians at the Movies”
April 15, 2024 12:53 - 1 hour - 57.3 MB“Historians at the Movies” is a brilliant and popular podcast hosted by Jason Herbert, Ph.D. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we talk with Dr Herbert about how movies make history relatable and some of his favorite films. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union Station About Veteran Strategies ‘Leaders and Legends’ i...
Martin Davidson, Author of Mobilising Hate: The Story of Hitler's Final Solution
April 08, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBMartin Davidson is an award-winning author, producer, director for the BBC, the History Channel, and the Discovery Channel. He is also this week's guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss Mr Davidson’s scholarship, his research about Germany, Germans, and the Holocaust. His is a unique insight which created a fascinating and informative conversation. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Constructio...
Deborah Daniels, Former U.S. Attorney and Assistant U.S. Attorney General
April 01, 2024 13:31 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBIt is an honor to have Deborah Daniels as our “Leaders and Legends” podcast guest for this week. She is one of state’s most successful and impactful leaders. Along with Jim Shella, we discuss a litany of issues related to Indiana, her career, and whether her brother should have run for president in 2012. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic ...
Dr Elizabeth Norton, Historian of British history
March 25, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBThe British Monarchy just always seems to be in the news, and we love that here at the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. This week’s interview is with Dr Elizabeth Norton, a scholar of British history and owner of a tremendously popular account on X. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union Station About Veteran Strategies ‘Leaders and Lege...
John Stehr, Broadcaster and Mayor of Zionsville
March 18, 2024 12:44 - 53 minutes - 49 MBIt’s a Grand Rapids Reunion! On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast new Zionsville Mayor and Indiana broadcast Hall of Famer John Stehr joins his fellow Hall of Famer and former Michigan media teammate Jim Shella and me for fun conversation about Indiana, the media, favorite stories, and John’s take on the Five Questions. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Plaza Downtown I...
David Brown, Author of “The First Populist: The Defiant Life of Andrew Jackson.”
March 11, 2024 15:21 - 1 hour - 59 MBVery few individuals have impacted American politics like our seventh president. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss the power of Old Hickory with Professor David Brown, author of “The First Populist: The Defiant Life of Andrew Jackson.” If you want to understand the arc of American politics and how it can lead to a cult of personality, please read Dr. Brown’s book. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • ...
Joshua Claybourn, Lincoln Scholar and Co-Host of the Lincoln Log Podcast
March 04, 2024 17:14 - 51 minutes - 47 MBIs Abraham Lincoln a Hoosier? The three-way fight among Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois to claim precedence regarding the Great Emancipator rages on. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast we sit down with Evansville attorney and historian Joshua Claybourn as he makes the case for how Lincoln’s experience living and maturing in Indiana made him the leader who saved the Union. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant ...
Harry Gonso, Former IU Trustee and Daniels Chief of Staff
February 26, 2024 16:18 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBHarry Gonso is a famous Hoosier athlete, a pioneering attorney, one of the proudest IU alums you’ll ever meet, and a former chief of staff to Governor Mitch Daniels—he is also this week's guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We are joined by Hall of Famer Jim Shella—and a special guest to read Harry the Five Questions. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Plaza Downtown ...
Harold Holzer, “Brought Forth on this Continent: Abraham Lincoln and American Immigration”
February 19, 2024 14:17 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBHarold Holzer is one of the world’s foremost scholars on the life and presidency of Abraham Lincoln—he served as the historical advisor for the movie “Lincoln”—and he makes his third appearance on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss his latest book “Brought Forth on this Continent: Abraham Lincoln and American Immigration.” Like all his other works, Harold digs deep into Lincoln’s thoughts to bring us an unvarnished look at the Great Emancipator’s views on a subject all to...
Gerald Posner, Author of “Case Closed: Lee Harvey Oswald and the Assassination of JFK”
February 12, 2024 17:04 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBGerald Posner is one of the most acclaimed investigative journalists/historians in the world—he is also this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss his books on the JFK assassination, the MLKjr. assassination, and the murderous life of Nazi henchman Josef Mengele. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union Station ...
Bob Kravitz, Sports Writer
February 05, 2024 15:10 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBLove him or hate him—we love him—Bob Kravitz is one of the most influential voices in American sports journalism. He is also this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss “Deflategate”, Bob’s favorite sports memories, and what it was like to cover IU basketball when he was a journalist at the Indiana Daily Student. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Pl...
Professor Brendan Simms, Author of “Hitler’s American Gamble: Pearl Harbor and Germany’s March to Global War”
January 29, 2024 19:34 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBWhy did Adolf Hitler declare war on the United States on December 11, 1941? Strategic or just stupid…both? On this week’s Leaders and Legends podcast, we interview historian and Professor Brendan Simms author of “Hitler’s American Gamble: Pearl Harbor and Germany’s March to Global War”. The book is incredibly fascinating, and Prof. Simms is a first-rate writer and podcast guest. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • ...
State Representative Jerry Torr
January 22, 2024 13:47 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn October 2023 State Representative Jerry Torr announced his retirement from the Indiana Legislature. A champion for Hoosiers for more than 30 years, Jerry is our guest on this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Jim Shella and I ask him about his career, some of his favorite battles, and how much as changed since he first took his seat in the House and began his political career. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant...
Who was Jack the Ripper? With Richard Jones
January 15, 2024 13:49 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBWho was Jack the Ripper? Who were his victims? Why did he go uncaught in the heat of his murder spree and why does his identity remain an unsolved mystery more than one hundred years later? On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss history’s most infamous serial killer with author Richard Jones, historian of 19th century England and expert on the Ripper murders. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • ...
Debby Knox
January 08, 2024 13:53 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBDebby Knox was welcomed into our homes as a trusted and beloved journalist for more than 40 years—and this week she is our first guest for 2024 on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Debby talks about her career, some of the biggest stories in Indy (and beyond), and answers our Five Questions. We are joined by her former colleague and Hall of Famer Jim Shella. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Constru...
Ambassador Kenneth Adelman Remembers Henry Kissinger
December 18, 2023 16:13 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBIn the opinion of many, Henry Kissinger is the most influential diplomat of the last 60 years. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss Dr Kissinger’s career with our friend Ambassador Kenneth Adelman. What is Kissinger’s legacy? Was detente a success? Why did Vietnam continue into the 1970s? Kissinger, who died in November, was the architect of these policies and many more. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and con...
Gareth Russell on His Book “The Palace”
December 11, 2023 15:09 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBLove to read about secret passageways, lustful intrigue, and ruthless power? This week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast has all this and more. Brilliant historian and author Gareth Russell returns to the podcast to discuss his latest book “The Palace” and it’s simply amazing how much history one can learn from incomparable building—if only the walls could talk. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Plaza...
James Oakes, Author of “The Crooked Path to Abolition”
December 04, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBProfessor James Oakes is an award-winning historian of Abraham Lincoln, his presidency, and the issue of slavery in American history. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss the Great Emancipator’s place in American legend, his relationship with titans such as Frederick Douglass, and Lincoln’s leadership during the American Civil War. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • ...
Rick and Karen Fuson
November 27, 2023 13:49 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBRick and Karen Fuson represent the best of involved and authentic community leadership. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss the growth of Indianapolis, its wonderful people, and what’s needs to happen next for our city to grow. Rick and Karen share some funny memories and dish on what it’s like to negotiate with each other. We are very honored to have them on the podcast. Rick is the President/COO at Pacers Sports & Entertainment. Karen is the former President a...
Dr Elizabeth Varon, Author of “Longstreet: The Confederate General Who Defied the South”
November 20, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBGeneral James Longstreet is remembered by many as a superb Confederate general during the American Civil War. He also was reviled by generations of Southerners as an apostate—both for criticizing the generalship of Robert E. Lee and becoming a Republican after the South was crushed. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we interview Dr Elizabeth Varon about her terrific study, “Longstreet: The Confederate General Who Defied the South”, and get to the heart of why Longstreet ...
Timothy Egan, Author of “A Fever in the Heartland”
November 13, 2023 10:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBWhat was Indiana’s role in the resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s? And how did a violent loser like D.C. Stephenson attain so much power? On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we interview Timothy Egan—author of the superb book “A Fever in the Heartland” which details in splendid prose exactly how Hoosiers made the 20th century version of the Klan a powerful force of political violence. Egan also tells the story of Marge Oberholtzer, her brutal attack at the hands o...
Mark Lawrence and Mark Updegrove, Hosts of the “With the Bark Off” Podcast
November 06, 2023 13:35 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBMark Lawrence and Mark Updegrove are two of this country’s most preeminent historians of the American Presidency—they also host the superb history podcast “With the Bark Off”. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we have a wide-ranging discussion of the most powerful job in the world and the men who made it so. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Plaza Downtown Ind...
Professor Rachel Chrastil, Author of “Bismarck’s War: The Franco-Prussian War and the Making of Modern Europe”
October 30, 2023 13:13 - 1 hour - 60 MBPrussia’s victory in the Franco-Prussian War altered world history like no other European conflict of the 19th century. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, Professor Rachel Chrastil discusses her superb new book “Bismarck’s War: The Franco-Prussian War and the Making of Modern Europe.” She was also a Herman B. Wells scholar at Indiana University, so you know she has to be super smart. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and...
Ryan Walters, Author of “The Jazz Age President: Defending Warren G. Harding”
October 23, 2023 12:34 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBRyan Walters, Author of “The Jazz Age President: Defending Warren G. Harding” For the last century, President Warren G. Harding has appeared on the list of worst presidents in American history—but is this ranking valid? On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss Harding’s time in office with historian Ryan Walters whose book “The Jazz Age President: Defending Warren G. Harding” takes a unique look at the 29th president of the United States. Sponsors • ...
Ed Achorn, Author of “Every Drop of Blood: The Momentous Second Inauguration of Abraham Lincoln”
October 16, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBOn March 4, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln delivered one of the most compelling speeches in the history of spoken language. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss the meaning and impact of the president’s second inaugural address with Ed Achorn, author of “Every Drop of Blood: The Momentous Second Inauguration of Abraham Lincoln” Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Cr...
Joel Richard Paul , Author of “Indivisible: Daniel Webster and the Birth of American Nationalism”
October 09, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBJoel Richard Paul is a law professor and one of this century’s leading historians. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss his book “Indivisible: Daniel Webster and the Birth of American Nationalism.” It’s a magnificent journey through the Early National Period in American history, and how it was shaped by one of our country’s greatest orators, politicians, and statesmen. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant ...
Actress Carolyn McCormick From “Law & Order”
October 02, 2023 12:22 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBActress Carolyn McCormick is perhaps best known for her role as Dr. Elizabeth Olivet in “Law & Order”, but her career has encompassed many different starring roles on stage and screen. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, Ms. McCormick discusses her career, her time as America’s favorite psychiatrist, and what’s next for her award-winning, successful career. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Const...
Mike O’Brien and Andy Miller
September 25, 2023 11:35 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBThe friendship of Mike O’Brien and Andy Miller is a perfect example of how politics is supposed to work. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, Jim Shella and I talk to Mike and Andy about working together, the issues they faced at the Statehouse, and how Ed Treacy’s mentorship changed their lives. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Construction • Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union ...
Dr Mark Lawrence, Director of the LBJ Presidential Library and Museum
September 18, 2023 12:25 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBKnown as “LBJ”, Lyndon Baines Johnson is one of our most consequential presidents. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast we interview Dr Mark Lawrence—author and director of the LBJ Presidential Library and Museum. We discuss the president’s contribution to career before the White House, his reaction to the assassination of President Kennedy, his contribution to landmark civil rights and healthcare legislation, and the bloody quagmire known as Vietnam. Sponsors • Vete...
Dr Helen Rappaport on The Romanovs
September 11, 2023 12:33 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBIn July 1918, Russian Czar Nicholas II, his wife, their five children, and the few remaining members of his household were slaughtered in a dim and dreary basement by Bolshevik Revolutionaries. Could they all have been saved? And, if so, by which of their royal cousins? On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we interview best-selling historian Dr Helen Rappaport. She discusses this ghastly murder and how—and if—it could have been prevented and the family rescued. Dr Rappaport...
Randall Shepard, Former Chief Justice of Indiana’s Supreme Court
August 28, 2023 12:46 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBRandall Shepard served as chief justice of Indiana’s Supreme Court for twenty-five years. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we interview one of our state’s most distinguished jurists and scholars about his career, the law, and his friends at Princeton and Yale Law School. Sponsors · Veteran Strategies · NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant · Garmong Construction · Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis His...
James Kunetka, Author of “The General and the Genius: Groves and Oppenheimer, the Unlikely Partnership that Built the Atom Bomb”
August 21, 2023 15:16 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBThe movie “Oppenheimer” is in theaters to (deservedly) rave reviews. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, our conversation is with historian James Kunetka, author of “The General and the Genius: Groves and Oppenheimer, the Unlikely Partnership that Built the Atom Bomb.” His book is a wonderful and thorough account of the Manhattan Project, its science, and its impact on world history. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consul...
Medal of Honor Recipient Donald “Doc” Ballard
August 14, 2023 13:03 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBOn May 16, 1968, Navy Corpsman Donald “Doc” Ballard dove on a grenade thrown by a North Vietnam soldier in an attempt to save five United States Marines from death. Realizing the grenade failed to explode, Ballard quickly threw it out of harm's way just as it exploded thus saving the Marines and himself from harm or death. On May 14, 1970, he received the Medal of Honor from President Richard Nixon. On this week’s special “Leaders and Legends” podcast, Doc details that day and descr...
Alexander Larman , Author of “The Windsors at War: The King, His Brother, and a Family Divided”
August 07, 2023 12:53 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBWere the Duke and Duchess of Windsor Nazi sympathizers or just embarrassing, inept dupes? How did the wartime performance of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth help save the British monarchy? On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, our conversation is with Alexander Larman about his superb book “The Windsors at War: The King, His Brother, and a Family Divided” Sponsors • Veteran Strategies • NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant • Garmong Con...
Mel Raines, President & COO, Pacers Sports & Entertainment
July 31, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBMel Raines is one of the Hoosier State’s most admired leaders—and legends. On this week’s podcast, we interview a woman on everyone’s wish list when it comes to big projects, impacting our community, and ensuring Indy always shines under the bright lights. Sponsors Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union Station About Veteran Strategies ‘Leaders and Legends’ is brought to ...
Dr Tracy Borman, Author of “Anne Boleyn & Elizabeth I: The Mother and Daughter Who Forever Changed British History”
July 24, 2023 13:08 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBNo mother-daughter pair made more of an impact on British history than that of Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, distinguished historian Dr Tracy Borman makes a return appearance—this time to discuss her new book detailing this relationship and revealing how Anne’s influence lasted long after her beheading in 1536. Sponsors Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Plaza Downtown ...
Michael Burlingame, Author of “The Black Man’s President: Abraham Lincoln, African Americans, and the Pursuit of Racial Equality"
July 17, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBProfessor Michael Burlingame has no peer when it comes to understanding Abraham Lincoln, his philosophy, and his presidency. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss his latest book on the Great Emancipator: “The Black Man’s President: Abraham Lincoln, African Americans, and the Pursuit of Racial Equality" Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union St...
Lesa Dietrick and Diane Masariu
July 10, 2023 17:03 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBLesa Dietrick and Diane Masariu are wonderful, delightful, amazing, and have never let politics get in the way of an enduring friendship. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, Jim Shella and I talk with two of our state’s most respected Hoosiers about their lives in politics and impact at the Statehouse. Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union Station About Veter...
Tudor Historians Owen Emmerson and Kate McCaffrey
July 03, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBThe Tudors continue to fascinate history lovers around the globe. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast we discuss the legacy and impact of this delightful and dysfunctional royal family with historians Owen Emmerson and Kate McCaffrey. The Tudor period (1485 to 1603) changed the history of the world—and I hope you enjoy our lively and fun discussion. Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Plaza Downt...
Ray Boomhower, Author and Senior Editor of the Indiana Historical Society Press
June 26, 2023 13:19 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBRay Boomhower is one of the Hoosier State’s most talented historians. He is also this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Ray serves as the senior editor of the Indiana Historical Society Press and is in demand as an unsurpassed storyteller. His books include biographies of Ernie Pyle, Gus Grissom, and President Benjamin Harrison. Ray was very generous with his time, and we hope you enjoy our interview. Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broke...
James Conroy, Author of “The Devils Will Get No Rest: FDR, Churchill, and the Plan that Won the War”
June 19, 2023 13:20 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBWhile the Yalta and Potsdam Conferences during World War II get the most attention from scholars, the Casablanca Conference in 1943 demonstrated how the Allies planned for the destruction of the Axis powers while also signaling the emergence of the United States as the dominant partner in the Anglo-American alliance. In this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we explore the Casablanca Conference with historian James Conroy, author of “The Devils Will Get No Rest: FDR, Churchill, ...
Del Quentin Wilber, Author of “Rawhide Down: The Near Assassination of Ronald Reagan”
June 12, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBOn March 30, 1981, President Ronald Reagan was nearly assassinated by a deranged Jodie Foster fan named John Hinckley. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, our conversation is with Del Quentin Wilber, author of “Rawhide Down: The Near Assassination of Ronald Reagan”. Full of new reporting and insider accounts of that fateful day, “Rawhide Down” is one of the best history books I’ve ever read. Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant ...
Patty Spitler and Ken Owen
June 05, 2023 16:37 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBThe friendship of Patty Spitler and Ken Owen stretches back to the last century and Indianapolis is the better for it. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we feature a delightful conversation with two cherished members of our media landscape. Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union Station About Veteran Strategies: ‘Leaders and Legends’ is brought to you ...
Kevin Hymel, Author of the Patton's War: An American General's Combat Leadership Series
May 29, 2023 22:33 - 1 hour - 93 MBGeneral George S. Patton is one of the most successful and polarizing military leaders in American history. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we interview Kevin Hymel—the world’s premier biographer of Patton. He separates man from myth and explains why Patton’s actions during World War II deserve both praise and scrutiny. Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic ...
Edward Achorn, Author of “The Lincoln Miracle: Inside the Republican Convention that Changed History"
May 22, 2023 15:04 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBIt was 163 years ago this month that Abraham Lincoln was somehow, someway nominated for president. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss “The Lincoln Miracle: Inside the Republican Convention that Changed History” Edward Achorn’s superb account of the 1860 Chicago convention. Lincoln’s victory remains one of the greatest upsets in American political history and this book tells the improbable story. Sponsors Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker an...
John C. McManus, Author of “To the End of the Earth: The US Army and the Downfall of Japan, 1945”
May 15, 2023 16:28 - 1 hour - 66.1 MB“To The End of the Earth” is a brilliant and highly-readable account of the United States Army’s heroic campaigns in the Western Pacific during the last year of World War II. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, acclaimed military historian John C. McManus discusses this final volume in his three-part history of the American Army during the war against Japan. Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Pl...
Christopher Andersen, Author of “The King: The Life of Charles III”
May 08, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBFor the first time since 1953 there was a coronation ceremony in England, and billions across the globe watched the pomp and pageantry as Charles III was crowned King of England. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we have a delightful conversation with acclaimed royal biographer Christopher Andersen, author of “The King: the Life of Charles III.” Sponsors Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Plaza Downtow...
Craig Symonds, Author of “Nimitz at War”
May 01, 2023 12:51 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBOne of only four five-star Fleet Admirals in the history of the United States Navy, Chester Nimitz is one of the most consequential and underrated leaders of the Second World War. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, best-selling historian Craig Symonds discusses his marvelous new book, “Nimitz at War”, which details the critical contributions made by Nimitz to the winning of the war in the Pacific. Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and cons...
Michael Seth Starr, Author of “Don Rickles: The Merchant of Venom"
April 24, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBHe was known as “Mr. Warmth” and Don Rickles’ insulting presence on our television screens lasted seven decades. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we talk with acclaimed author Michael Seth Starr about his rollicking biography: “Don Rickles: The Merchant of Venom" Sponsors: Veteran Strategies NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant Garmong Construction Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union Station About Veteran Strategies: ‘Leaders and Le...