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History’s Greatest Leaders

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What separates an ordinary leader from one who changes history? Join entrepreneur Mike Soutar, author of Next Gen CEO and advisor on BBC One’s The Apprentice, for History’s Greatest Leaders, the new series from HistoryExtra. Expect ambition, courage and ruthlessness, as Mike explores what the stories of Elizabeth I, Winston Churchill and six other leaders can teach us today, in the 21st century. L... more

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Recent Guests

Christopher Harding
Senior Lecturer in Asian History at the University of Edinburgh and author of A Short History of Japan
University of Edinburgh
Episode: Tokugawa Ieyasu: Know when to prepare – and when to act
Taylor Downing
Historian, author and TV producer
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Episode: Winston Churchill: How to use dynamism to beat the odds
Tracy Borman
Chief Historian at Historic Royal Palaces and bestselling author
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Episode: Elizabeth I: The power of delaying decisions

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#114
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#76
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#82
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#161
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#179
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#213
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Winston Churchill: How to use dynamism to beat the odds
Q: What lessons can modern leaders take from Churchill's approach to crisis management?
Leaders can learn the value of self-belief, disciplined routines, the ability to inspire through rhetoric, and the importance of blending rational arguments with emotional conviction while fostering room for dissent and robust debate.
Winston Churchill: How to use dynamism to beat the odds
Q: What early life experiences shaped Churchill's leadership during the war?
His military background, lifelong interest in history, and roles as a war correspondent and soldier influenced his strategic thinking, willingness to take risks, and belief in Britain's destiny to stand against tyranny.
Elizabeth I: The power of delaying decisions
Q: What was the core context and biggest challenges Elizabeth faced when she came to the throne?
Religious upheaval, a fractured nation after Henry VIII and Mary, religious settlement debates, and the need to balance Protestant and Catholic sentiments while preserving stability.
Elizabeth I: The power of delaying decisions
Q: In your view, what made Elizabeth I so unique as a leader?
Elizabeth leveraged being an underdog, used strategic ambiguity, and prioritized listening to her people, which allowed her to navigate competing pressures and build a lasting, adaptable governance style.

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