Topic: Corporate Leadership

2 chapters across the catalog

Gap Focused Thinking
Episode 656 2:08:05 - 2:10:27

656: Gap Focused Thinking

Public Fear, Pussification and Female CEOs

A cultural shift is identified where the American public is being "cowed" into constant fear of external threats like ISIS. This "wimpification" or "pussification" of the public is contrasted with the rise of women in major corporate leadership roles at companies like GM, IBM, and Lockheed Martin. The discussion suggests that modern society has lost the resilience seen during the World War II era.

Crackpot & The Buzz-Kill
Episode 68 27:38 - 31:50

68: Crackpot & The Buzz-Kill

Jack Welch, GE Retirement and Public Appearances

Jack Welch's frequent media appearances are analyzed, with observations that he appears physically diminished and struggles with enunciation. The discussion touches on the controversy surrounding his GE retirement package, specifically the loss of his corporate jet. His wife, Suzy Welch, is noted for her instrumental role in his current professional output and writing.