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Leaders and Legends

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The Leaders and Legends podcast features conversations with fascinating and dynamic men and women whose impact has shaped our knowledge, our world, and us. Join us as we discuss their imprint on our history. The program is hosted by Robert Vane who is principal of Veteran Strategies, Inc., an-Indiana based veteran business enterprise specializing in public outreach, media relations, speechwriting,... more

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The “Leaders and Legends” podcast journey through our country’s 250th anniversary continues with the brilliant and award-winning author Edward Larson. His book “Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Matters” is a tour-de-force study of why & how the colon... more

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On this week's leaders and “Leaders and Legends” podcast (#354), we interview Professor and author Richard Bell about his book “The American Revolution and the Fate of the World”. As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our founding, we must not for... more

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In 1824, one of the most enduring legends of the American Revolution, the Marquis de Lafayette, made his final trip to the United States. It was a triumph. On this week's “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we interview Hoosier historian Ryan L. Cole abou... more

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Richard Bell
Professor of History, University of Maryland
University of Maryland
Episode: Prof. Richard Bell, author of “The American Revolution and the Fate of the World”
Ryan L. Cole
Author and historian, author of The Last Adieu
Author, The Last Adieu
Episode: Ryan L. Cole, author of “The Last Adieu”
Karen Pence
Former First Lady of Indiana and Second Lady of the United States; Philanthropist
Hummingbird Charitable Foundation
Episode: Karen Pence, president of the Hummingbird Charitable Foundation and former Second Lady of the United States
Josh Ireland
Historian and author
Author of The Death of Trotsky, The True Story of the Plot to Kill Stalin's Greatest Enemy
Episode: Josh Ireland, “The Death of Trotsky: The True Story of the Plot to Kill Stalin’s Greatest Enemy”
Jonathan Turley
Professor; author of Rage and the Republic
George Washington University Law School
Episode: Jonathan Turley, author of “Rage and the Republic: the Unfinished Story of the American Revolution”
Yuval Levin
Director of Social, Cultural, and Constitutional Studies at the American Enterprise Institute; founding editor of National Affairs
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: Yuval Levin, author of “American Covenant: How the Constitution Unified Our Nation—And Could Again”
Emmy Hildebrand
CEO of Helping Veterans and Families
Helping Veterans and Families
Episode: Emmy Hildebrand, CEO of Helping Veterans and Families & Chelsea Haring-Cozzi, CEO of Coalition for Homeless Intervention and Prevention
Chelsea Haring-Cozzi
CEO of Coalition for Homelessness, Intervention and Prevention
Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention
Episode: Emmy Hildebrand, CEO of Helping Veterans and Families & Chelsea Haring-Cozzi, CEO of Coalition for Homeless Intervention and Prevention
Greg Weaver
Longtime and well-respected journalist and editor in the Indianapolis media market.
Episode: Greg Weaver, Hoosier Journalist

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Robert Vane
Host of Leaders and Legends

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Trader Senator Young

    Definitely not wasting my time listening to this sellout on your podcast. #IWantMyVoteBack

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    midwestgirl19
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Robert - I just listened to Andrew Nagorski podcast. That was awesome! The context he gave on events in 1941 kept me hooked. Also, you are a very good interviewer. I am a subscriber now and will go back and listen to some past shows. Well done!

    Greg C.

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    5
    indygreg23
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Hoosier podcast!

    Love the podcast, Robert. Keep it up.

    -Bryan Strawbridge

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    5
    bryan strawbridge
    United States5 years ago
  • Great conversation

    Robert gets a nice variety or guests and brings out the best in them. Nice work.

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    C2379X
    United States6 years ago
  • The Best in Indy!

    Robert Vane continues to bring the best of the best to us here in Indy and across the country. Love hearing stories from those who are leading our state. Great job, Robert! Keep them coming.

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    Rachael Coverdale
    United States7 years ago

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Robert brings thoughtful, probing questions that draw out nuanced perspectives.
High-quality guests and engaging storytelling, with a focus on Indiana and broader history.
Insightful conversations with strong historical context and practical implications.
Listener appreciation for journalistic integrity and accessibility of complex topics.

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Prof. Richard Bell, author of “The American Revolution and the Fate of the World”
Q: What makes your book a unique contribution to the global framing of the American Revolution?
Bell explains that the work is the first and only global history of the American Revolutionary War, examining not just Europe and the Atlantic world but also West Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, and the Pacific, thereby broadening the geographic and thematic scope of the conflict.
Ryan L. Cole, author of “The Last Adieu”
Q: What are some of your favorite stops on his months-long American tour and why?
Philadelphia stands out for its symbolic link to the Revolution and the transformation of Independence Hall, but the overall experience across cities reflected both a civic celebration and a deeper reflection on the country's founding ideals.
Ryan L. Cole, author of “The Last Adieu”
Q: Take us please to the moment where Lafayette comes to the United States and how he was received.
Public anticipation was high; Lafayette's arrival sparked a national jubilee and an unprecedented tour of the United States, with grand parades and ceremonies that celebrated his role in the American Revolution and his embodiment of republican values.
Josh Ireland, “The Death of Trotsky: The True Story of the Plot to Kill Stalin’s Greatest Enemy”
Q: Why did Trotsky write a biography of Stalin?
Trotsky aimed to provide a definitive portrait to critique Stalin, motivated in part by money pressures and a broader effort to expose Stalin's leadership through his writings.
Josh Ireland, “The Death of Trotsky: The True Story of the Plot to Kill Stalin’s Greatest Enemy”
Q: When does Lenin die?
Lenin dies in 1924, opening the struggle for succession and the eventual contest between Stalin and Trotsky.

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What is Leaders and Legends about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Cocusing on history, governance, and leadership, this program features in-depth conversations with historians, authors, journalists, and public figures who shaped public life and policy. Guests span global revolutions, Civil War turning points, constitutional design, veterans advocacy, and investigative reporting, with a spotlight on Indiana's history, public service, and civic impact. The host steers, asking probing questions that surface historiography, policy implications, and personal narratives behind landmark events. A standout trait is the blend of rigorous scholarship with accessible storytelling, plus recurring emphasis on veterans' issues, civic renewal, and accountability in public life. The show is probably particularly compelli... more

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2. Ryan L. Cole
3. Karen Pence
4. Josh Ireland
5. Jonathan Turley
6. Yuval Levin
7. Emmy Hildebrand
8. Chelsea Haring-Cozzi

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