How to Take Over the World - Ben Wilson

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The Reign and Ruin of Napoleon Jan 27, 2024

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Part 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.

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Napoleon: A Life by Andrew Roberts

Napoleon: Soldier of Destiny by Michael Broers

Swords Around a Throne: Napoleon's Grade Armee by John Elting

The Napoleonic Wars: A Global History by Alexander Mikaberidze

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Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson.

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The Rise of Napoleon Jan 16, 2024

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Part 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.

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Napoleon: A Life by Andrew Roberts

Napoleon: Soldier of Destiny by Michael Broers

Swords Around a Throne: Napoleon's Grade Armee by John Elting

The Napoleonic Wars: A Global History by Alexander Mikaberidze

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Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson.

Sound design assistance by Ezra Bakker Trupiano.

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Napoleon Movie Review Nov 28, 2023

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My 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.

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Rasputin Nov 22, 2023

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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.

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Wright Brothers Endnotes Nov 09, 2023

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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!

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Wright Brothers (Part 2) Oct 31, 2023

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Part 2 covers the the triumph of the Wright Brothers - how they achieved human flight for the first time - and popularized it.

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The Wright Brothers by David McCullough

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Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson.

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Wright Brothers (Part 1) Oct 22, 2023

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Part 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.

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The Wright Brothers by David McCullough

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Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson.

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Genghis Khan Endnotes Oct 12, 2023

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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!

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Genghis Khan (Part 2) Oct 05, 2023

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Part 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.

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Sources:

Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World by Jack Weatherford

The Secret History of the Mongols

Empires of the Steppes: A History of the Nomadic Tribes Who Shaped Civilization by Kenneth Harl

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Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson.

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Genghis Khan (Part 1) Sep 14, 2023

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Part 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.

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Sources:

Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World by Jack Weatherford

The Secret History of the Mongols

Empires of the Steppes: A History of the Nomadic Tribes Who Shaped Civilization by Kenneth Harl

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Writing, production, and sound design by Ben Wilson.

* This episode is brought to you by Helix Sleep. Go to HelixSleep.com/TakeOverPod for 20% off your purchase.