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The Surprising Story of Genghis Khan
1:36:03 - 1:42:20 (06:16)
Author Jack Weatherford shares the incredible story of Genghis Khan and his highly skilled military tactics which allowed him to defeat some of the most powerful armies of his time. Despite his notorious reputation, rumors also suggest that Khan may have been an affectionate father to his many children.
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The host discusses the joy of discovering that commonly held assumptions are actually counterintuitive after running tests, and gives an example of a professional athlete choosing less pay and security out of loyalty to his team.
1:36:03 - 1:37:38 (01:34)
Summary
The host discusses the joy of discovering that commonly held assumptions are actually counterintuitive after running tests, and gives an example of a professional athlete choosing less pay and security out of loyalty to his team.
ChapterThe Surprising Story of Genghis Khan
Episode#480: Dax Shepard on the Craft of Podcasting, Favorite Books, and Dancing With Your Demons
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The speaker recommends a book about a veteran's life who was initially disillusioned after being deployed to Iraq instead of Afghanistan and went through a lot of unexpected experiences.
1:37:38 - 1:39:07 (01:29)
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The speaker recommends a book about a veteran's life who was initially disillusioned after being deployed to Iraq instead of Afghanistan and went through a lot of unexpected experiences.
ChapterThe Surprising Story of Genghis Khan
Episode#480: Dax Shepard on the Craft of Podcasting, Favorite Books, and Dancing With Your Demons
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The impact of Genghis Khan on logistics and warfare surpassed even that of Alexander the Great.
1:39:10 - 1:42:20 (03:09)
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The impact of Genghis Khan on logistics and warfare surpassed even that of Alexander the Great. His various inventions and strategies, including the shock troop and the use of horses, enabled him to defeat even the most capable armies in the world, while his contributions to postal services and more continue to be felt to this day.