Chapter
The Paradox of Greatness
1:25:39 - 1:31:34 (05:54)
The qualities that make great leaders are often contradictory to the moral virtues that we aspire to. The choices required to achieve greatness contradict the qualities of a truly moral person.
Clips
The concept of a great uniter and leader has fascinated the world for centuries, with individuals like Alexander the Great and Philip II serving as examples of successful leadership.
1:25:39 - 1:28:08 (02:29)
Leadership
Summary
The concept of a great uniter and leader has fascinated the world for centuries, with individuals like Alexander the Great and Philip II serving as examples of successful leadership. However, the qualities that make a great leader are difficult to define and can vary from person to person.
ChapterThe Paradox of Greatness
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the idea that in order to be a great leader, one may have to jettison many of the moral qualities considered good and upstanding, and highlights the paradoxical nature of great leaders.
1:28:08 - 1:31:34 (03:25)
Leadership
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the idea that in order to be a great leader, one may have to jettison many of the moral qualities considered good and upstanding, and highlights the paradoxical nature of great leaders.