Alex Petkas joins to discuss the great Roman general Scipio Africanus, his relationship with Hannibal, his strategic military victories, and his legacy.
00:00 Introduction and Special Announcement
03:00 Scipio's Background
12:30 The Capture of New Carthage
19:30 Political Maneuvering and the Road to Consul
26:30 The North African Campaign
37:30 The Meeting of Hannibal and Scipio
43:00 Scipio's Political Career and Rivalry with Cato
50:00 Scipio's Legacy
56:50 Introduction to the Classical Society
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Joan of Arc
How Joan of Arc went from a small peasant girl to determining the fate of nations, and what it tells us about the power of belief.
0:00 Was Joan a visionary of a schizophrenic?
03:00 Setting the Stage: France in Turmoil
07:00 The English Invasion and the Battle of Agincourt
21: The Siege of Orleans
28:16 Joan's Audacious Letter to the King of England
33:51 Joan's First Victory
40:00 The Turning Point
42:15 March to Reims and the Anointing of Charles
47:00 The Siege of Paris and Joan's Capture
53:20 Joan's Trial and Conviction
01:03:30 Joan's Legacy and Strategy
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Rome's Revenge: Hannibal Part 2
Hannibal Barca was Rome's greatest enemy. What was it about his strategies and leadership style that allowed him to haunt Romans' nightmares for centuries?
00:00 Introduction to Hannibal's Legendary Campaign
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02:20 Setting the Stage: Hannibal's Underdog Strategy
03:15 Hannibal's Arrival in Italy and Initial Tactics
09:30 The Trebia River Battle: A Crushing Roman Defeat
17:30 Hannibal's Second Great March
22:08 The Battle of Lake Trasimene: Hannibal's Perfect Ambush
30:50 Prelude to Cannae: Motivational Speeches and Strategies
39:30 Hannibal's Tactical Mastery at Cannae
41:00 The Aftermath and Roman Resilience
43:00 Hannibal's Missed Opportunity and Roman Defiance
46:00 Rome's Relentless Spirit and Selective Irrationality
48:30 Hannibal's Strategic Retreat and the Long War
56:30 The Final Confrontation: Battle of Zama
01:00:00 Hannibal's Legacy and Final Years
01:09:30 Main Takeaway: The Power of Relentlessness
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JS Bach
Johann Sebastian Bach is one of the great composers of all time. What stands out is not only how great his music is, but how much of it he wrote. On this episode we look at his story as well as his habits, strategies, and tactics to see how he left such a lasting impact.
00:00 The Impact of Bach's Music
01:30 Introduction to Johann Sebastian Bach
03:30 Bach's Universal Appeal and Religious Devotion
07:45 Bach's Early Life and Musical Dynasty
09:30 Bach's Mischievous Youth and Early Career
18:00 Bach's Passion for Music and Conflict with Authority
35:45 Bach's Move and Pursuit of Greatness
41:00 Bach's Idyllic Time in Weimar
49:115 Bach's Final Years in Leipzig
55:20 The Famous Encounter with Frederick the Great
01:09:00 Bach's Death and Enduring Legacy
01:10:00 Key Takeaways from Bach's Life
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The Gangster Philosopher: Francois de la Rochefoucauld
Francois de la Rochefoucauld, was an infamous aristocrat who was always scheming, seducing, and fighting. He was equally infamous as a philosopher, a forerunner to Nietzsche with a cynical wit.
In this episode, we explore is adventurous life, his dangerous philosophy, and what we can learn from both.
00:00 What is a philosopher?
02:00 A Life of Action and Intrigue
03:00 Introduction
05:03 Early Life and Aristocratic Background
05:40 Political Intrigues and Rebellions
10:15 The Fronde and Its Aftermath
19:00 Literary Achievements and Maxims
22:00 Friendship, Love, and True Virtue
24:00 Strengths, Weaknesses, and Self-Honesty
35:00 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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Anyone who has achieved greatness has, in part, patterned themselves after those who came before. Napoleon learned from Charlemagne, Charlemagne learned from Caesar, and Caesar learned from Alexander the Great. This podcast analyzes the lives of some of the greatest men and women to ever live. By examining their strategies, tactics, mindset, and work habits, How to Take Over the World helps you understand the great ones, so that you can follow in their footsteps.
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