Join the Intercollegiate Studies Institute for an exclusive interview series featuring prominent intellectuals and public figures, centered around our President Johnny Burtka's upcoming book, Gateway to Statesmanship. This series aims to empower and educate the future leaders of America, offering them unparalleled insights and inspiration from some of the most respected minds of our time.
Statesmanship Through the Ages with Lord Conrad Black
Join Johnny Burtka and Lord Conrad Black as they explore the qualities of statesmanship, emphasizing a balance between cunning, ruthlessness, judgment, and character. They contrast ancient and modern political leadership, highlighting figures like Cicero, Caesar, and Augustus. Johnny and Conrad praise FDR for stabilizing the economy during the Great Depression and Reagan for reducing inflation and reforming welfare. Lord Black argues that Trump's second term could be successful if he governs ...
15 Jan 2025
Winston Churchill: Timeless Lessons in Leadership (ft. Lord Andrew Roberts)
ISI President Johnny Burtka and historian Lord Andrew Roberts explore Winston Churchill's courageous leadership and timeless lessons, revealing how his unique blend of resilience and determination can inspire leaders today.
8 Jan 2025
Abraham Lincoln's Vision and Legacy (ft. Allen Guelzo)
Join Johnny Burtka and Allen Guelzo, an American historian and the Thomas W. Smith Distinguished Research Scholar who directs the Initiative on Politics and Statesmanship at Princeton's James Madison Program, as they delve into the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln.In this episode of Daring Greatly, Johnny Burtka and Allen Guelzo explore Lincoln's focus on infrastructure, banking, and tariffs, which shaped the U.S. economic agenda for generations. Guelzo highlights Lincoln's humility and res...
1 Jan 2025
The Legacy of Adams Family with Susan Hanssen
Join Johnny Burtka and Susan Hanssen, associate professor of history at the University of Dallas, as they discuss the Adams family's significant contributions to American history, emphasizing John Adams's multifaceted roles as a founder, diplomat, president, and family man.In this episode of Daring Greatly, Johnny and Susan highlight the Adamses' commitment to public virtue, their liberal arts education, and their influence on Anglo-American relations. The discussion underscores the importanc...
18 Dec 2024
Exploring Machiavelli's Political Wisdom with Auron Machintyre
Johnny Burtka and Auron MacIntyre explore Machiavelli's timeless insights on power and governance, uncovering the enduring lessons for effective leadership and rule.
11 Dec 2024
The Legacy of Christine de Pizan (ft. Erika Bachiochi)
Johnny Burtka explores the pioneering legacy of Christine de Pizan with Erika Bachiochi, delving into the intersection of honor, piety, and women's roles in medieval statecraft.
4 Dec 2024
Thomas Aquinas & Thomas More (ft. Michael Knowles)
Join Johnny Burtka and Michael Knowles, host of “The Michael Knowles Show” on the Daily Wire, as they delve into the lives and contributions of St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Thomas More—two theologians who sought to reconcile classical philosophy and politics with Christianity. In this episode of Daring Greatly, Johnny and Michael Knowles explore the role of government in encouraging virtue, advancing the common good through statecraft, and how Christians must embrace politics and not abandon it...
20 Nov 2024
Constantine & Justinian with Fr. John Strickland
Eastern Orthodox priest Father John Strickland and host Johnny Burtka examine how Roman Emperors Constantine and Justinian used Christian leadership to advance Christendom and the Eastern Orthodox Church.
13 Nov 2024
Harness Plutarch's Wisdom for Modern Leadership Success with Alex Petkas
Join Johnny Burtka and Alex Petkas—host of the Cost of Glory podcast—as they discuss the importance of emulation and the role of biography in shaping great leaders and great societies, the relationship between philosophers and statesmen, and legacy of Plutarch, Julius Caesar, and Alexander the Great. Daring Greatly is the newest video series from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Over the course of this series, join ISI President Johnny Burtka as he explores key leadership character...
6 Nov 2024
Xenophon: Cyrus the Great (ft. Wayne Ambler)
Join Johnny Burtka and Wayne Ambler—an Associate Professor and the Director of the Herbst Program of Humanities at the University of Colorado at Boulder—as they discuss how leaders should rule over others without devolving into tyranny, the importance of allies and a stateman's ability to perceive and serve their needs, and the value of rewarding friends and punishing enemies. Daring Greatly is the newest video series from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Over the course of this se...
30 Oct 2024
How to Win Like Nixon: Leadership Lessons with Vivek Ramaswamy
Join Johnny Burtka and Vivek Ramaswamy they discuss Richard Nixon's presidency, the importance of pragmatism and realism in politics, and how good leaders need independent vision and a readiness to challenge the status quo. Daring Greatly is the newest video series from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Over the course of this series, join ISI President Johnny Burtka as he explores key leadership characteristics throughout history, from ancient times to the present. LIKE AND SU...
23 Oct 2024
Donald Trump, China, & Economic Dynamism (ft. Amb. Robert Lighthizer)
Join Johnny Burtka and Ambassador Robert Lighthizer—a veteran of both the Trump and Reagan administrations—as they discuss economic growth, middle-class prosperity, and trade policy, America’s historic and present relationship with China, and how to strengthen domestic industry and national security.Daring Greatly is the newest video series from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Over the course of this series, join ISI President Johnny Burtka as he explores key leadership characteristics...
16 Oct 2024
American Statesmanship from Washington to Theodore Roosevelt: Brian Kilmeade
Join Johnny Burtka and Brian Kilmeade as they dive deep into what makes a great American hero. In this episode of Daring Greatly, Johnny Burtka and Brian Kilmeade discuss the role of education in molding a great-souled statesman, the challenge of rising up to the duty of leadership, and how life experience shapes the character of a statesman.Daring Greatly is the newest video series from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Over the course of this series, join ISI President Johnny Bur...
14 Oct 2024
Statesmanship & the Common Good: Patrick Deneen
Join Johnny Burtka and Patrick Deneen as they dive deep into what it means to be a statesman. In this first episode of Daring Greatly, Johnny and Deneen discuss the historical tradition of statesmanship, the relationship between Christianity and politics, and how we can revive classical virtue. Daring Greatly is the newest video series from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Over the course of this series, join ISI President Johnny Burtka as he explores key leadership characteristics...
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