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WonderTour The Dark Knight: How to Win an Unpredictable GameIn the Game Theory series finale, Brian and Drew explore how Batman navigates broken models, unpredictable villains, and moral gray zones in The Dark Knight.Themes:🔹 When strategy fails, gather intel and adjust🔹 Trust is a tactical asset—Bruce leans on Lucius, Gordon, and Alfred🔹 Batman fights chaos not with control, but with narrative and sacrifice🧠 Key Takeaways🔹 Zoom in for facts, zoom out for meaning🔹 Great leaders align actions with story

2025-05-0924 min

WonderTour Moneyball Pt. 2: How to Lead with Data and HeartBilly Beane’s leadership story in Moneyball teaches us that real transformation isn’t just about numbers — it’s about aligning people to a bold new vision. Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz explore how leaders thrive by balancing strategy and empathy.🌟 Key Takeaways:🔹 Vision is recontextualizing the problem to find innovative strategies.🔹 Compassion builds trust to implement those strategies effectively.🔹 Leading at the edges means connecting vision with ground-level reality — without micromanaging.🧠 Memorable Quotes:🔹 "Zero percent of the time does a revolution work seamlessly from day zero."🔹 "Align the dreams top to bottom in the organizati...

2025-05-0221 min

WonderTour Moneyball Pt. 1: How to Win at Unfair Games⚾️ OverviewIn this episode of Lead Wisely by WonderTour, Brian and Drew explore Moneyball and the game theory behind Billy Beane’s strategy with the Oakland A’s. Learn how to tackle an unfair game, redefine the problem, and find hidden efficiencies.📈 Key Takeaways🔹 Define the problem clearly — don’t fight the system blindly🔹 Recognize biases and uncover undervalued assets🔹 Align your entire organization to the strategy, not just isolated decisions🔍 Leadership LensBilly Beane's leadership is about strategic flexibility, finding new ways to measure success, and aligning his team with a unified vision.

2025-04-1822 min

WonderTour Brooklyn Nine-Nine Pt. 2: Win Hearts (not Arguments)This week on WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive into Brooklyn Nine-Nine's interrogation episode “The Box” to explore leadership through the lens of game theory. As Jake and Holt face off with a smug suspect, we learn that winning isn’t about being the smartest — it’s about learning, adapting, and understanding what really motivates people.🧠 Key InsightSuccess often comes not from better facts, but from deeper insight into motivation. Jake cracks the case not by outsmarting the suspect, but by letting him feel like the smartest guy in the room.🎯 Leadership TakeawayIn negotiation a...

2025-04-1121 min

WonderTour Brooklyn Nine-Nine Pt. 1: Leadership Tool - The DojoIn this episode of WonderTour, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz break down the first Halloween Heist episode of Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Season 1, Episode 6) and uncover how Captain Holt’s unexpected indulgence in the shenanigans offers a masterclass in game theory, mentorship, and team development.🎯 Key Takeaways:🔹 Leadership isn’t always about winning—sometimes, it’s about setting the stage for others to grow.🔹 The “dojo” concept is introduced: a safe, playful, and challenging environment where failure is part of the learning journey.🔹 Game theory isn't just strategy—it can be a joyful framework for collaborative growth and innovation....

2025-04-0423 min

WonderTour The Mandalorian Pt. 1: How to Courageously Break Free from a Sinking SystemIn this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive into The Mandalorian, season 1, episode 3, where Din Djarin faces a profound ethical dilemma. Tasked with delivering Grogu to the Imperials, he must decide between following the bounty hunter code or breaking the rules to protect a defenseless child. This episode is about navigating rules, systems, and principles to achieve flourishing leadership.💡 Key Takeaways:🔹 The Purpose of Rules: Rules exist to guide us, not to limit us. They are the means, not the end. Great leaders recognize when rules are keeping them from achieving the mission.🔹 Zooming Out for Pe...

2025-02-1430 min

WonderTour Million Dollar Baby Pt. 2: How to Overcome Risk-Aversion That's Holding You BackIn this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive deep into Clint Eastwood’s Million Dollar Baby, exploring its raw portrayal of leadership, vulnerability, and the emotional cost of guiding others through life’s toughest battles. This isn’t your typical heroic tale—it’s a reflective journey into embracing the conflict inherent in leadership and risk-taking.💡 Key Takeaways🔹 You Can’t Always Protect Yourself or Others: Frankie’s mantra of “always protect yourself” fails when juxtaposed against real growth and greatness. Leaders must accept that striving for something meaningful inevitably comes with risks.🔹 Risk vs. Opportunity: Over-prote...

2025-02-0727 min

WonderTour Million Dollar Baby Pt. 1: Maggie's Leadership SuperpowerJoin Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz as they step into the emotionally charged world of Million Dollar Baby. This episode of Lead Wisely by WonderTour explores coaching and mentoring styles of leadership through the lens of Maggie Fitzgerald’s inspiring journey. What does it mean to trust the process when extraordinary goals seem out of reach?💡 Key Takeaways🔍 Mindset as a Superpower🔹 Maggie’s relentless effort highlights the importance of developing a growth mindset, rooted in the belief that skills can be cultivated through consistent effort.🔹 “It’s not about wanting it more—it’s about putting in the w...

2025-01-3126 min

WonderTour The Martian Pt. 2: Accomplish More By Surrendering ResponsibilitiesIn this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive into The Martian to explore the nuanced balance of personal responsibility and surrendering responsibility to others. What does it take to lead effectively when everything is on the line? How do leaders build trust and empower their teams in high-stakes situations?⭐ Key Takeaways:-Mark Watney's Approach to Problem-Solving: Leadership starts with personal responsibility. As Watney faces Mars' harsh reality, he solves problems sequentially, reframing challenges into opportunities.-Surrendering Responsibility Wisely: NASA Director Teddy Sanders exemplifies delegating tasks to specialists while maintaining responsibility for outcomes. Leaders mu...

2025-01-2427 min

WonderTour The Martian Pt. 1: Lead Better by Taking the Road Less TravelledIn this episode, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz explore The Martian, the Ridley Scott film starring Matt Damon, as a lens for understanding personal responsibility in leadership. Through the story of Mark Watney's fight for survival on Mars, they delve into the nuances of owning challenges, solving problems, and navigating the fine line between over- and under-responsibility.⭐ Key Takeaways:-Personal Responsibility Spectrum: Drawing from Scott Peck's The Road Less Traveled, they discuss the balance between neurosis ("everything is my fault") and deflection ("nothing is my fault"). Both extremes can paralyze us in leadership.-Micro-Moments of Re...

2025-01-1731 min

WonderTour Kung Fu Panda Pt. 2: How to Adapt When You Aren't Delivering OutcomesIn this episode of WonderTour, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into the legendary world of Kung Fu Panda, shifting the spotlight from Po to Master Shifu. What does Shifu’s journey teach us about leadership, mastery, and adaptability? 🤔🚀 Key Themes:-The double-edged sword of mastery: When expertise creates blind spots.-How Shifu's failures and frustrations mirror real-life leadership challenges.-The critical importance of adapting processes when outcomes fall short.-Finding intrinsic motivation in your team (and maybe even a dumpling or two).-The power of vulnerability in leadership—admitting "I don’t know...

2025-01-1027 min

WonderTour Kung Fu Panda Pt. 1: Everyone Can Achieve GreatnessThis week, Brian and Drew kick off the Trust the Process series by exploring the unlikely yet powerful leadership lessons from the beloved movie Kung Fu Panda. Can anyone really be great? This episode dives deep into what it means to achieve greatness—not as a grand destination, but as an everyday process of growth, sacrifice, and service. Using Po's journey from noodle boy to Dragon Warrior, Brian and Drew explore:Why greatness begins with persistence and humility.How "non-traditional candidates" can achieve extraordinary success.The role of structure and process in unlocking pot...

2025-01-0324 min

WonderTour Limit Break Framework: Leadership Lessons from Star Wars, LOTR, and MoreJoin Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz on a transformative journey to discover the principles of magnanimous leadership, inspired by iconic stories and legendary characters. In this special episode of Lead Wisely by WonderTour, we synthesize the lessons from 100+ podcast episodes into the Limit Break Framework—a powerful tool to help leaders and teams achieve extraordinary goals.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:1️⃣ Leadership vs. Management: Why true leadership involves transformation, not just maintaining the status quo.2️⃣ The Limit Break Framework: How dissatisfaction, realization, alignment, and sacrifice unlock team potential.3️⃣ Icons of Leadership:Luke Skywalker and...

2024-12-2732 min

WonderTour Rings of Power Pt. 1: Sauron's Secrets to Influencing EffectivelyIn this week’s episode of WonderTour, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz conclude the Villain Series with an in-depth look at the titular villain Sauron, focusing on his portrayal in The Rings of Power Seasons 1 and 2. 💡 How does Sauron masterfully leverage influence to achieve his ends? And what can leaders learn from his strategy—without succumbing to his darker tendencies?Explore Sauron’s ability to:✅ Forge deep, seemingly genuine connections with characters like Galadriel and Celebrimbor.✅ Listen intently and align with others’ intrinsic motivations to achieve mutual (and selfish) goals.✅ Leverage patience, adaptability, and a long-term visio...

2024-11-2930 min

WonderTour Skyfall Pt. 2: How to Lead Wisely When You Feel Betrayed or AbandonedWelcome to WonderTour! In this riveting episode, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz continue their exploration of leadership qualities through the lens of iconic villains, focusing on Raoul Silva from 007: Skyfall.Silva and Bond represent two sides of the same coin—leaders shaped by betrayal and trauma. While Bond transforms his pain into purpose, Silva spirals into vengeance, revealing the catastrophic consequences of a self-serving mission. Through Silva’s failure modes and Bond’s resolve, we uncover critical lessons about character, trust, and the necessity of facing life’s toughest challenges head-on.💡 Key Takeaways:-Higher Mis...

2024-11-2231 min

WonderTour Skyfall Pt. 1: Simplicity is the Best StrategyIn this episode of Lead Wisely, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into the layered leadership lessons we can learn from Raoul Silva, the antagonist in Skyfall (2012), pitted against Daniel Craig's James Bond. With an insider’s understanding of MI6, Silva exhibits both formidable strengths and critical flaws as a leader. Join us as we dissect his character, analyzing how his deep-seated vendetta against MI6, intricate plotting, and disregard for human agency reveal fascinating insights about systems, leadership, and purpose.Why does Silva’s insider knowledge make him a dangerous adversary? And where does his belief in t...

2024-11-1527 min

WonderTour The Batman Pt. 2: The Riddler and the Superpower of SacrificeWelcome to WonderTour! In episode 116, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into the dark, nuanced world of The Batman (2022), focusing on the enigmatic villain, The Riddler. Continuing our villain series, we explore the duality between Batman and The Riddler and the leadership lessons that emerge from their contrasting arcs.In this episode, we uncover:-Batman’s Journey from Vigilante to Leader: How Batman transitions from spreading fear to becoming a symbol of hope and leadership.-The Riddler’s Drive for Vengeance: What his motivations reveal about leadership without purpose and the dangers of seek...

2024-11-0830 min

WonderTour The Batman Pt. 1: Carmine Falcone and the True Cost of ControlIn this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew continue their exploration of leadership through the lens of villains. Focusing on Carmine Falcone from The Batman, they dive deep into the consequences of self-serving leadership and how it contrasts with magnanimous leadership.Falcone, a mob boss entangled in control and fear, offers a powerful example of how prioritizing personal gain over others leads to isolation, manipulation, and, ultimately, downfall. Unlike other villains such as Hans Gruber or Darth Vader, Falcone demonstrates little redeeming value. His leadership style revolves around coercion, fear, and moral justification, as he manipulates everyone...

2024-10-2523 min

WonderTour Die Hard Pt. 2: Why Plans Fail and How to AdaptIn Episode 114 of WonderTour, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into leadership lessons from the iconic villain Hans Gruber in the classic action film Die Hard. Continuing their "villains" series, they explore how Gruber’s cool demeanor, strategic thinking, and ability to empower his team make him a formidable antagonist—yet ultimately lead to his downfall.Key takeaways from this episode include:Strategic Vision: Gruber is excellent at creating a strong plan and motivating a skilled, diverse team. His ability to stay calm under pressure is key to his leadership presence.Failure to Adapt: Despite Grube...

2024-10-1830 min

WonderTour Die Hard Pt. 1: Why Hans Gruber is a Great LeaderIn this episode of WonderTour, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into leadership lessons from an unexpected source: Hans Gruber, the iconic villain from Die Hard. They explore why Gruber, despite his moral flaws, demonstrates remarkable leadership qualities that can teach us valuable lessons.Gruber's ability to assemble a diverse team of highly competent specialists and lead with a clear, long-term mission offers insights into strategic leadership. The hosts highlight his skill in delegating responsibilities, anticipating challenges, and staying focused on the bigger picture, all while keeping his team aligned with the ultimate goal....

2024-10-1125 min

WonderTour Darth Vader Pt. 1: How Anger and Fear Destroy Good LeadersIn this episode of WonderTour, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz take a deep dive into a brand new series focusing on leadership lessons from some of our favorite villains. After exploring leadership through heroes for over 110 episodes, they pivot to uncover what we can learn from those who made disastrous choices, starting with none other than Star Wars' iconic antagonist, Darth Vader.Beginning with the tragic journey of Anakin Skywalker, they unravel the decisions that transformed a promising hero into one of cinema’s greatest villains. What drives leaders to double down on their mistakes, and how ca...

2024-09-2736 min

WonderTour Iron Man Pt. 2: Leadership in the Age of AIIn this episode of *Lead Wisely by Wondertour*, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into the Marvel classic *Iron Man* (2008) to explore leadership lessons in an age dominated by technology and AI. Using Tony Stark’s journey from egocentric playboy to responsible hero, the hosts discuss the critical balance between using technology to augment human abilities versus replacing humans altogether.The conversation contrasts Stark’s innovative approach to the Iron Man suit, which evolves through experimentation and adaptation, with Obadiah Stane’s brute-force mindset. They delve into key leadership questions: How do we use technology responsibly? When should...

2024-09-2030 min

WonderTour Iron Man Pt. 1: Is Tony Stark a Leader?Hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dissect Tony’s journey from a self-centered genius to a self-sacrificing hero, questioning if and when he truly becomes a leader.Key Takeaways:Evaluate Your Leadership TraitsTony Stark’s journey highlights the need to critically assess your own leadership qualities. True leadership is more than innovation—it's about aligning actions with a purpose that benefits others.The Power of MentorshipThe influence of a mentor like Yinsen is vital. Mentors can guide us to see beyond our own ambitions and help us grow into leaders who impact the wo...

2024-09-1328 min

WonderTour Oppenheimer Pt. 2: Designing Purpose-Driven OrganizationsIn this episode of WonderTour, dive deep into the leadership lessons from Christopher Nolan's film, Oppenheimer. Join hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz, along with guest David Beltran del Rio, as they explore how to design and lead purpose-driven organizations.Key Discussion Points:Leading Technically Skilled Teams: How do you gain respect and lead effectively when your team members are more technically skilled than you? We draw parallels from the movie Oppenheimer, highlighting the challenges and strategies in managing brilliant minds.The Role of Clarity and Competency: Inspired by David Marquet's leadership principles, we discuss the i...

2024-09-0643 min

WonderTour Oppenheimer Pt. 1: The Fallout of InnovationIn this episode, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz, along with special guest nuclear buff David Beltran del Rio, explore leadership lessons from Christopher Nolan's film Oppenheimer. They tackle the profound question, "What do you do after you change the world?" and delve into the complexities leaders face when their innovations reshape society.Key Takeaways:Responsibility After Innovation: The discussion highlights that creating something groundbreaking, like the atomic bomb, is only the beginning. Leaders must grapple with how their innovations will be used and the consequences that follow.Loss of Control: Once a creation is out in...

2024-08-3042 min

WonderTour Ford v Ferrari Pt. 2: Empowering Radical InnovationIn this episode of Lead Wisely by WonderTour, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz continue their deep dive into leadership lessons from Ford vs. Ferrari. In this second part of their discussion, they explore the necessity of having radical innovators like Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles on your team when attempting to drive transformation and innovation within an organization.The conversation kicks off with a critical question: "Do you need a radical innovator on your team to achieve transformation?" Drew and Brian draw parallels between the movie's characters and real-world leadership roles, discussing how leaders can identify and...

2024-08-2333 min

WonderTour Ford v Ferrari Pt. 1: Creating Business AgilityWelcome to another episode of LeadWisely by WonderTour! This week, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paros delve into the fascinating dynamics of human-machine interactions, using the thrilling story of Ford v Ferrari as a backdrop. Join us as we explore leadership lessons and the intricacies of innovation within large organizations.Episode Highlights:The Innovation Challenge: Why do large organizations often struggle with innovation? Drawing from Ford v Ferrari, we see Ford Motor Company transform from a manufacturing giant to a competitive racing entity, highlighting the inherent challenges of such a shift.Leadership Insights: Discover how Henry...

2024-08-1633 min

WonderTour Ready Player One Pt. 2: Ending Toxic ProductivityWelcome to LeadWisely by Wondertour, where we delve into leadership lessons from our favorite stories. In this episode, we explore the world of "Ready Player One" and tackle the pressing question: How can technology create opportunities instead of inequality?Join Brian and Drew as they discuss the natural inclination to focus on empowering top performers with new technology, often at the expense of those less visible in an organization. They highlight the importance of distributing decision-making power and using agile methodologies to ensure everyone, from leaders to entry-level employees, benefits from technological advancements.Key themes...

2024-08-0935 min

WonderTour Ready Player One Pt. 1: The Trap of EscapismLet's delve into the intriguing world of "Ready Player One." They explore why virtual escapism is so appealing and the leadership lessons we can extract from this dystopian adventure.Highlights:The Appeal of Escapism: Why do we choose to escape to virtual worlds instead of addressing real-life challenges? Character Analysis: Examination of Iroq's character and how a lack of ethics in the virtual world allows him to excel.Real vs. Virtual Worlds: Brian and Drew reflect on the contrast between the glamorous, fast-paced virtual world and the often mundane reality, using Wade Watts' transformation into Parzival a...

2024-08-0234 min

WonderTour Interstellar Pt. 2: Are Emotions More Important Than Logic?Join Brian and Drew this week as we once again return to a WonderTour favorite, Interstellar. In this episode we talk through the importance of emotions to drive us to accomplish difficult missions, how to overcome seemingly intractable forces, and how to lead like Cooper as opposed to Dr. Mann.This week's practical application is a story about Zillow which teaches us how humans can intelligently implement AI to drive decision-making.

2024-07-2633 min

WonderTour Interstellar Pt. 1: How to Harness Technology to Change Your WorldWelcome back to WonderTour. Brian and Drew have been on a hiatus while preparing for the next adventure, but it's finally time to announce LeadWisely by WonderTour. Starting with episode 101 we will begin posting videos on YouTube as well as your favorite podcast services. It's the same great WonderTour content, but available to enjoy in new and exciting ways.For our return from hiatus, we decided to do a return journey to one of our favorite movies, Interstellar. Join us this week as we discuss if technology is here to ruin or save humanity, what Cooper teaches us a...

2024-04-1233 min

WonderTour Top Ten Magnanimous Leaders Pt. 2: #5-#1In WonderTour Episodes 1-99 we explored so many fictional worlds and incredible leaders. Its time for Brian, Derrick, and Drew to rank their Top 10 most magnanimous leaders that demonstrate what it looks like to lead well for the good of others.TOP TENPersonal Selections (10-8):Brian: The Ancient One - Doctor StrangeDrew: Saito - InceptionDerrick: Michael Scott?!?! - The Office7. Andy Dufresne - The Shawshank Redemption6. Obi-Wan Kenobi - Star Wars5. Morpheus - The Matrix4. Belle - Beauty and the Beast3. Dom Toretto - Fast & Furi...

2023-06-0429 min

WonderTour Top Ten Magnanimous Leaders Pt. 1: #10-#6In WonderTour Episodes 1-99 we explored so many fictional worlds and incredible leaders. Its time for Brian, Derrick, and Drew to rank their Top 10 most magnanimous leaders that demonstrate what it looks like to lead well for the good of others.TOP TENPersonal Selections (10-8):Brian: The Ancient One - Doctor StrangeDrew: Saito - InceptionDerrick: Michael Scott?!?! - The Office 7. Andy Dufresne - The Shawshank Redemption6. Obi-Wan Kenobi - Star Wars

2023-05-2822 min

WonderTour Episode 100 Pt. 1: How to Boldly Set Off into the Unknown and Change the WorldIn our first episode of our WonderTour 100 celebration Derrick, and Drew synthesize learnings from stories like Beauty and the Beast (see ep 67) and Fast & Furious (see ep 64) to develop a recipe for how to set off on a journey that can leave a legacy. The world is a large place and it might seem like the systems are so rigid that even a magnanimous leader can hardly have an impact. And yet, history and our favorite stories tell us that despite the inertia, transformation can be achieved and lives can be touched. If we desire to change the...

2023-05-0725 min

WonderTour The Hobbit Pt. 1: How to Lead Like GandalfWe all wish we could lead like Gandalf, but how could we ever become that magnanimous and how do we contribute to a better world when there aren't orcs and dragons to fight? Gandalf's style of servant leadership is perfectly encapsulated in this quote, "Saruman believes it is only great power that can hold evil in check, but that is not what I have found. It is the small everyday deeds of ordinary folk that keep the darkness at bay. Small acts of kindness and love. Why Bilbo Baggins? Perhaps because I am afraid, and he gives m...

2022-11-0629 min

WonderTour Avatar Pt. 2: How and When to Reset Our MapsWhen we enter a new ecosystem, like Pandora, with new rules, players, functions, etc. It can be a rude awakening that our maps of reality are utterly insufficient to navigate this new terrain. Un-writing maps of reality can be a painful and energy-intensive process, just ask Jake or Trudy. Both come to Pandora with a hunan-centric view of the universe and struggle to accept what they see and what the Na'vi are trying to tell them about the world around them, because their maps are already too fixed, their cups are already full. Over the course of our...

2022-08-2134 min

WonderTour Avatar Pt. 1: What to Do When the Map in Your Head Doesn't Align with RealityWhen Jake Sully reaches Pandora in Avatar, he comes pre-loafed with a series of mental maps that he uses to navigate reality: his maps of reality. Jake's maps include all kinds of useful tools that he's learned on earth from how to navigate the world without the use of his legs to how to respond to combat situations. We all have our own maps of reality that we use to navigate and become reliant on, but we're all flawed, so what happens when those models prove ineffective in a new situation? When Jake is failing to adapt his...

2022-08-1429 min

WonderTour Indiana Jones Pt. 2: How to Integrate Conflicting SkillsetsLike Indiana Jones at the end of The Last Crusade, we all want to be the type of hero that can pass the trials when they inevitably come and save the day. But Indy can't pass those tests without his father Henry's wisdom and we as magnanimous leaders we know that it's not about us, it's about others. So how might we equip our team to pass the trials when it's hard to know when the trials will come or what trials we might face? To navigate that sort of uncertainty and challenge requires both generalist and specialist skill set...

2022-08-0724 min

WonderTour Indiana Jones Pt. 1: What to Do When You Only Have Half a MapIt's time to begin a new series on WonderTour. This time we are talking about Map-making and what better place to start than Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Navigating a complicated world takes all kinds of skills but one of the most under-rated is Map-making. While few maps are 100% accurate, many are useful. There are a plethora of different types of maps that we can make and use depending on the type of situation we find ourselves in, but one thing is clear, without a map it's hard to progress the story. In The Last Crusade, Indy...

2022-07-3125 min

WonderTour Stranger Things Pt. 2: How to Have Compassion On Those Above and Below YouIt's hard enough to have Compassion on our peers, but how do we have Compassion on those above us and below us in the organization chart? All too often we hear blaming and conjecturing but rarely, for example, does an executive take action and have Compassion on the grassroots or does a citizen have compassion on their public servants. To put it in Stranger Things terms, it takes a lot of energy to create a gate between the layers of an organization and most often, people aren't willing to put that much energy in. By looking at how in St...

2022-07-2427 min

WonderTour Stranger Things Pt. 1: How to Have Compassion on Someone We Don't Agree WithWe would all probably say that we want to be compassionate people. But what do you do when you don't agree with the person you are trying to have compassion on? In Stranger Things S1E5, the Flea and the Acrobat, the children learn a lesson in compassion as they search for the Hawkins Lab. El manipulates the compass to try to keep them safe but Lucas uncovers her secret and and calls her out causing a fight. Having compassion on each other breaks through the personal conflicts and allows the team to eventually save Will and accomplish their mis...

2022-07-1730 min

WonderTour Obi-Wan Pt. 2: How to Make the Small Pains of Life MeaningfulEnergy management is one of the most challenging parts of being a functioning member of the world, much less a magnanimous leader. When the weight of the world feels too heavy to bear it can seem like the only reasonable option is to, like Obi-Wan, close ourselves off from those who need us most. Our energy stores get diminished and the return-on-investment of compassion makes it hard to justify. That's where the upside-down magic of compassion flips the script on energy drain. By giving up our time and energy to those who can offer us nothing in return we make...

2022-07-1229 min

WonderTour Obi-Wan Pt. 1: When is Compassion a Liability?While our world might not seem as dark as a galaxy under the veil of the evil empire, like Obi-Wan Kenobi closing himself off from the force it can sometimes feel like the smart decisions is just to stay quiet and conserve energy instead of putting ourselves out there for the good of others. While we may be sure of our mission to become better leaders for the good of others, protecting the long term good of those we care about can seem at odds with loving them in the short term. How might we navigate the intersection between co...

2022-07-0328 min

WonderTour Thor Ragnarok Pt. 2: How to be the Leader the People Need (Instead of the Leader You Want)In the MCU oftentimes what we remember most about our favorite heroes is their overcoming moment or how they vanquished the bad guy in the final fight. Yet, in our daily lives we rarely come across events of that magnitude. So how can we still be leaders like Thor in our daily struggles?Thor Ragnarok turns the superhero genre on its head, providing a character-driven buddy cop story where the heroes learn more from getting beat up than they do from winning. Odin's advice that Thor is the "god of thunder" not the "god of hammers" can on...

2022-06-2728 min

WonderTour Thor Ragnarok Pt. 1: How to Find the Balance Between Compassion and WisdomChoosing to act compassionately can feel like it drains our energy levels. On top of that the world is full of people in need and our time and resources our finite so how could we be compassionate to everyone all the time? Like many of us, Thor has some complicated relationships to work through, namely his brother Loki. Thor's love for his brother is clear but sometimes his actions feel like they're enabling Loki. How might we, like Thor, find the balance of compassion and wisdom that empower those we care about to become the best they can...

2022-06-2024 min

WonderTour Wisdom, Money, and Stories Pt. 2: Is There a Limit to How Fast We Can Develop Character?With humans like with money it just seems like it can't grow fast enough. We want our investments to compound sooner. We want the hard work we are putting into our character to yield visible results. We want to help others flourish. But is there a ceiling on how fast money can grow? In order for humans to develop sustainably, should we temper our expectations? How can we apply what we know about leading humans to handling our finances? Find out on this week's episode as Derrick and Drew join financial advisor Adam Koos.

2022-06-1334 min

WonderTour Wisdom, Money, and Stories Pt. 1In our first Bonus episode, Derrick and Drew go on The Cash Podcast with host Adam Koos. If you resonate with WonderTour but are wondering how we go about applying what we learn from these stories in different contexts, look no further. Part 1 focuses on The Office, looking to Michael Scott and Dwight Schrute to help us identify our biases.

2022-06-0554 min

WonderTour The Batman Pt. 2: How to Inspire Hope When All Seems LostAs humans, it seems like hope is a currency that we are always short on. As leaders we seek to inspire hope in those around us, but without a formula to execute, it's certainly daunting. Hope just isn't always logical. Enter compassion, an illogical maneuver that completely forgets what someone can do for us, inverting the focus from who we are in the story to who they are. This week we learn from The Batman embodies this shift as he goes from portraying vengeance with his fists to inspiring hope by cleaning up rubble.w/ Brian Nutwell

2022-05-2928 min

WonderTour The Batman Pt. 1: Why Subverting Expectations Changes EverythingNormally it's considered a negative to subvert expectations. When it comes to compassion, if we wish to see lives transformed then we must look for opportunities to unexpectedly turn the narrative upside down. Changing a city or a culture is challenging work and it's often complicated. Like the Batman, how might we learn to have Compassion in the face of overwhelming pain rather than crusade for our own narrative of vengeance? Working definition: Compassion is about being there in the moment, seeing the world from someone else's viewpoint, and envisioning the future not getting caught up in the...

2022-05-2329 min

WonderTour Parks and Recreation: Why Compassion is EssentialAs we begin episode 1 of a series on compassion, we return to the TV show Parks and Recreation (S2E19) to check out everyone's favorite lovable goofball Jerry. It's so easy to find ourselves laughing at the Jerrys in life but how often do we actually sit down next to someone who's down on their luck or looked down on by society? What kind of impact can we have on the world when we do? By learning from Leslie we too can discover why being a magnanimous leader requires compassion.Special Guest: Bebe

2022-05-1624 min

WonderTour Top 10 Moments of Wonder: How to Become MagnanimousWhy can't we be like the magnanimous leaders from our favorite movies, extending ourselves for the good of others? Over the first 50 episodes of WonderTour we've journeyed through dozens of fantastic stories, developing our understanding of growth mindset, strategy, tactics, curiosity, and integrity. Join Derrick and Drew as we recap our Top 10 Moments of Wonder, weaving them together into a model for magnanimous character development.If you're new to WonderTour this is a great place to start!

2022-05-081h 15

WonderTour Parks and Rec: Integrity is Worth the CostOne of the main reasons we might examine ourselves and find we don't measure up to the integrity of the ideal leader is because integrity seemingly must come at a cost. If integrity is about playing the long game, then we might have to give some immediate benefits up in the short term. In the Parks and Recreation season 2 episode "Hunting Trip" Leslie, Tom, and Ron experience both the power of integrity and the cost to uphold it. Through Leslie's dedication to the people she loves, she is able to overcome Tom's lack of integrity and, in doing so, ch...

2022-05-0127 min

WonderTour The Prestige Pt. 2: Why Integrity is Worth Founding Your Life OnIntegrity is a foundational building block for a leader. A cornerstone that all other character traits are built upon. Much like a magnanimous leader, the film The Prestige is also built on undeniable integrity. Join Derrick and Drew as we go on a journey to discover how director Christopher Nolan magically weaves an unforgettable tale using the power of integrity.

2022-04-2536 min

WonderTour The Prestige Pt. 1: How to Prevent Character DeteriorationContinuing our series on integrity we examine the lives of two rival magicians Alfred Borden and Robert Angier as they each seek to become the world's greatest. Over the course of their life-long pursuits their lack of integrity slowly rips their worlds apart leaving them with hollow endings. We empathize with their painful plight, but how can we avoid the same fate that many like Borden and Angier fall into on our journey to become magnanimous leaders?

2022-04-1736 min

WonderTour Boba Fett: How to Transform Without Losing Who You AreIn life we often feel the stress of conforming to established structures like organization charts and governments. While these things are great for sustaining order they generally struggle to bring transformation to life and society. That's where the network comes in. Din wows us with his constant relationship building and unexpected connections. How might we learn to be more magnanimous leaders by fusing the lessons passed down to us through our genes and our lives with the influence of our networks?

2022-04-1028 min

WonderTour Don't Look Up Pt. 2: How to Share Unpopular TruthLike Dr. Mindy and Kate, it sometimes feels like we are swimming upstream to deliver a message of critical importance. "We need to transform our business model!" "You need to reform your habits". Our situations may not be an existential threat to humanity but they are existential for you or for your friends or family. Like Kate going on The Daily Rip, it can be anxiety-inducing to try to share the truth about reality to a world that would rather numb the pain. Through the ups and downs we can learn from Kate and Mindy how to effectively share our...

2022-04-0315 min

WonderTour Don't Look Up Pt. 1: How to Stay Intact in the Face of Existential ThreatIt's so easy to compartmentalize ourselves into a work self vs a personal self. Psychology shows that if we aren't careful we can end up flipping a switch in our brains, putting up a different persona depending on the situation. In Don't Look Up, Dr. Mindy models integrity initially but then creates a fake self as he gains prominence and popularity. By finding the right "zoom level" for each situation and bringing it into focus, we can form a consistent model for our lives and avert compromise.

2022-03-2721 min

WonderTour Dune Pt. 2: Character is DestinyIn today's world, it almost seems impossible to maintain integrity in all we do. To consistently take the long view, making decisions that prioritize the good of others, is seemingly a lost art. But if the ancient words of Heraclitus ring true and our character determines our destiny then integrity must be the unbreakable bonds that hold our character model intact over the course of our lives. By following the character arcs of Paul and Yueh we can see how our integrity either gives way to magnanimous character or leads to death.

2022-03-2030 min

WonderTour Dune Pt. 1: How to Achieve Team Goals By Acting With IntegrityThis week's Tour brings a new guest, but a veteran of living out the Wonder Tour, Brian. As leaders it can be a struggle to get everyone rowing in the same direction. We all have a vision to cast, a story to tell of how the team gets there, but how do we get people so bought into that narrative that they will push the story forward even when we aren't around? By looking to Duke Leto's guidance we can see how his superpower of integrity allows the team to keep pressing forwards despite the obstacles.

2022-03-1324 min

WonderTour Encanto Pt. 2: How to Lead with Integrity When the Magic Seems to be FadingIntegrity has the power to hold everything together in our lives but it also has a power to set us free. Mirabel's superpower of integrity fixes the cracks in her family, lovingly shining light on the inconsistencies and offering an opportunity for transformation. When the magic is fading and we have to fall back on our foundation, it's simple integrity that can rebuild the bonds.

2022-03-0625 min

WonderTour Encanto Pt. 1: How Integrity Allows Us to Win in the Long RunAs we begin a new series on integrity, it's nice to start with a working definition. On Wonder Tour, we define integrity as acting consistently for the good of others. To have high integrity is to keep your character in tact long term, so we all must exhibit integrity to be magnanimous. In part 1, Derrick and Drew discover how the magic of Encanto ignites the spark of integrity in the Madrigal family, allowing joy and good character to flow out into the town around them.

2022-02-2727 min

WonderTour Treasure Planet: How Curiosity Changes the Character of OthersAs a finale to our series on curiosity, we take off on a whimsical air ship with James Newton Howard playing in the background to learn how our curiosity impacts the character of others. Through Jim's journey to Treasure Planet, he undergoes his own coming of age story, becoming less of a self-centered rebel and more of a curious explorer. Brilliantly, along the way he manages to change the character of his nefarious mentor from selfish to selfless. How might we learn from Jim's story and leverage his lessons to compassionately chip away at the crusty negative character of th...

2022-02-2026 min

WonderTour The Matrix Pt. 2: Breaking Out of the Cultural Matrix for the Good of OthersIf you've seen The Matrix you might have found yourself wondering if your life might infact be some grand simulation. Derrick and Drew flip that question by asking how culture could act like a matrix and how might we break free? This won't be the usual ideological positioning or "Wake up Sheeple!" rhetoric. On Wonder Tour we are becoming better leaders for the good of others, so instead lets focus on taking an empathetic, loving approach to breaking out of the matrix. How might we help our family, friends, and team members to achieve their greatest potential?

2022-02-1337 min

WonderTour The Matrix Pt. 1: What If We Aren't the Protagonists?This time our Tour leads us to the Matrix as we continue our series on Becoming Curious Explorers. Often, when we are searching for our role in the stories playing out in our lives, we tend to see ourselves as the protagonist. That's how most stories teach us to view ourselves, but what happens when we aren't the protagonist? By entering the proverbial dojo of Morpheus we learn how to play a critical support role in our stories. Magnanimous Morpheus teaches us both a new way style of mentoring and some practical techniques to help our protagonist vanquish evil and...

2022-02-0630 min

WonderTour Marvel What If...?: How to Avoid Succumbing to the Dark Side of CuriosityThis time on Marvel's What If...?, what can we learn from Doctor Strange's unyielding pursuit to raise Christine from the dead? In this exciting, yet haunting episode the writers of the show seemingly ask the audience to consider, how do you control a rogue thought before it consumes you? We've all seen our heroes fall, taken down by their own dark thoughts they couldn't banish. As Curious Explorers we must consider that we are not above such things, and are in fact even prone to them. How might we avoid a similarly ominous fate?

2022-01-3036 min

WonderTour Marvel What If...?: Why Imagination is Key to Character DevelopmentThis time the guys visit the alternate timeline of Marvel's What If...?. In the midst of a series focused on Becoming Curious Explorers (like some of our favorite leaders), it's time to look at the role imagination plays in human development. When we ask the question "What if?" we exhibit the creative power that makes humans special! We take our experiences, DNA, and senses and mix a new concoction with the potential to produce incredible change in the world!

2022-01-2324 min

WonderTour Shang-Chi: How Curiosity Leads to Character DevelopmentCuriosity drives character development. Plain and simple. The directions we are curious towards will be the directions our character moves in the long term. Join Derrick and Drew as they learn from Katy how to be curious in such a way that leads to human flourishing (even when your not the hero/protagonist!). Then ponder the contrast between how Katy's curiosity leads to life and the antagonist, Xu Wenwu's, curiosity leads to death.

2022-01-1623 min

WonderTour Arrested Development: How to Continue Exploring When You Feel Like a FailureThis week's Tour is a character study of everyone's favorite magician GOB Bluth from Arrested Development. GOB seems to fail quite often, yet he always has the persistence to get back up and try again. While we might not want to model our development leadership style after GOB specifically, we can add to our tool belt some tricks of the magic trade.

2022-01-0921 min

WonderTour Elf Pt. 2: How to Be Inspiringly CuriousBuddy the Elf shows us all how to be curious in any environment. Each of us could ask ourselves the question: how might I be more curious given my life experiences and current situation? Buddy teaches us that it starts by being sure of who we are and what our purpose is. Then through the events of his life (like the mailroom scene), he gives us examples of how we can practice curiosity and become inspiring explorers.

2022-01-0345 min

WonderTour Elf Pt. 1: Why Be Curious When It's Safer Not ToIn this week's Christmas themed episode the guys put themselves in the shoes of Buddy the Elf, examine why we would choose to be curious when it generally requires that we take a risk and put ourselves out there. While having naive curiosity like Buddy can sometimes get us into trouble, it also seems to be a prerequisite to growth. What is the right balance between naivety and skepticism? Is curiosity a gift or a skill? Join us on this journey to grow as leaders and enjoy a few laughs along the way.

2021-12-2038 min

WonderTour Loki: How to Take On the Mindset of an Explorer(Loki S1 E1) To kickstart the series on Becoming Curious Explorers Derrick and Drew travel with Loki to visit the Time Variance Authority. Much like Loki, we are often thrust into totally unfamiliar scenarios in life. What does an effective approach to exploration look like? How can we leverage our prior knowledge and mental models while constantly integrating new information to successfully explore any uncharted dimension?

2021-12-1351 min

WonderTour Interstellar: How to Pass On Your Work at the End of a ChapterAs leaders, we all want our work to live beyond us so we must be effective at passing it on to the next generation. In the bridge episode between the Game Theory series and the Curious Explorers series the guys return to Interstellar to talk "rage against the dying of the light". By examining Dr. Brand's deathbed scene, they learn how we can take our work and the fire of hope that we hold onto and pass that light on to the next generation.

2021-12-0526 min

WonderTour Ready Player One Pt. 2: When to Adjust Our Strategy and TacticsThe guys go deep into Halladay's character and approach to mentoring, seeking to understand how we do like the great founders we look up to, can "pass on" our greatest skills and learnings to the next generation of leaders. On the game theory side, they try to answer the question, "When should we adjust our prior assumptions about the game?". Knowing when to adjust our priors allows us to shrewdly adapt our strategy and tactics as the game progresses.

2021-11-2950 min

WonderTour Ready Player One Pt. 1: How to Run at Your Own Pace When the Game Seems Too FastIt can feel hard to keep up with the pace of change in today's climate. Thanks to the virtual world of the Oasis in the year 2045, the game moves at an even faster speed making it challenging to stay ahead of the competition. How can we build a competitive edge without sacrificing a family and social life? And how can we make sure that we are ready to make wise, others-centric decisions when the tests of life come at us unexpectedly?

2021-11-2141 min

WonderTour Anchorman: How to Prepare for (Inevitable) ConfrontationsOff on another rabbit hole, the guys take a crack at the infamous Anchorman fight scene. As humans, we all run across conflicts from time to time. Some seem avoidable while others are just plain ridiculous. By touring the lives of Ron Burgundy, Wes Mantooth, and Brick Tamland, Derrick and Drew piece together some wisdom for how to avoid silly conflicts and how to cool them down before we find ourselves saying, "that escalated quickly".

2021-11-1515 min

WonderTour Hunger Games Pt. 2: Creating Alternate Win ConditionsContinuing the Hunger Games Tour with Danny, the guys ponder how Katniss is able to use her empathy to create an alternative win condition for the game. While it often feels like the "game makers" want us to operate like it's winner-take-all, deep empathy allows us to create new ways to play and complete the game. Empathy is hard. Why is that and how do we get better at it? Danny brings in a simple model that allows us to reflect and grow.

2021-11-0746 min

WonderTour Hunger Games Pt. 1: Mixed Strategy GamesAnother week another Wonder Tour first. Derrick and Drew are joined by our first ever special guest, our friend Danny. Danny brings his outstanding passion for people to the Hunger Games as the (three) guys investigate how to win confusing "mixed strategy" games while remaining true to our character and values.

2021-11-0151 min

WonderTour Return of the Jedi: When to Enter the GameIntroducing a new type of WonderTour, a rabbit hole. If we truly believe at not all who wonder are lost, then it follows that even by going down a side road in the journey we can learn something. On this week's slightly shorter episode the guys break down the confrontation between Luke and the Emperor in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Continuing the series on Game Theory, they discover how we can maximize our competitive edge in a game by finding the proper time to enter the game or reveal our hand.

2021-10-2415 min

WonderTour The Office Pt. 2: Games within a Game and Buttlicker ChallengesThe guys take a lot of joy in analyzing one of the funniest scenes in all of the Office, Jim's portrayal of the crusty customer, William M. Buttlicker (Season 5, Ep 7). While this one is super lighthearted, there's still much to learn in our series about Game Theory. How do you interact with a game within a game? What do you do when one of the other players are having a bad day (or are just petty)? And what types of game do we benefit most from making unlikely alliances?

2021-10-1742 min

WonderTour The Office Pt. 1: Zero Sum Games and Prince Family PaperThe guys break down The Office season 5 episode "Prince Family Paper". The focus of the show is the Zero Sum game where there is a clear winner and loser. How do we play these games in real life? How do we avoid pulling a Michael Scott and backing ourselves into a corner? How does Plato relate to The Office? All this and much more!

2021-10-1143 min

WonderTour Fellowship of the Ring Pt. 2: How to Win with the Weaker HandThe guys discuss games with incomplete or hidden information by looking at how Saruman and the Fellowship's strategies differ in the war for Middle-Earth. They then use the lessons they learn from Frodo, Gandalf, and Aragorn to put together a framework for how to win when playing from a weaker position.

2021-10-0349 min

WonderTour Fellowship of the Ring Pt. 1: Game TheoryThe first Wonder Tour of Lord of the Rings is a milestone. Derrick and Drew celebrate by looking up to one of the most cherished mentors in any media, Gandalf. What do we do when a mentor falls down the hole with the balrog? How do we move on and continue to grow? There's a Wonder Tour formula for that. To end part 1 it's time for a formal introduction to game theory, a key tool in the decision-makers tool belt.

2021-09-2645 min

WonderTour Doctor Strange Pt. 2: Strategically Breaking the GameThe guys begin by unpacking the wise last words of the Ancient One, "Arrogance and fear still keep you from learning the greatest lesson of all: it's not about you". Next they imagine humans as surfers learning to ride the waves of reality. In exploring the awesome ending confrontation with Dormamu they bring in game theory and the question, how can we use strategy to break the game?

2021-09-2046 min

WonderTour Doctor Strange Pt. 1: Developing a Growth MindsetThe guys enter another dimension as they analyze how Doctor Strange grows from being a selfish leader to a servant leader. When someone, like Stephen, is stuck in a fixed mindset, how can we help them to break out and become magnanimous? They finish up by fleshing out a model to make us more powerful leaders, "arcane skill development".

2021-09-1243 min

WonderTour Inception Pt. 2: Moving on from Unfinished EndingsIn the second part of the Tour of Inception the guys unpack the ending, debating if the top is still spinning and what it all means. Alikening our shared journeys to a symphony they imagine each of us as composers working together to weave the story. Diving into the concept of a "kick" they ponder how formulating and synchronizing kicks can allow us to successfully jumpstart our vision and ideas through good storytelling. Finally, they make heartfelt pitches as to why we want to become good leaders and help others avoid "becoming old men (and women) filled with regret"

2021-09-0557 min

WonderTour Inception Pt. 1: How to Tear Down our Projections and Let the Truth Have It's DayThe Wonderers begin by wrestling with the way shared dreaming works and what rules and formulas might apply in the movie. They focus on Saito to learn about the sponsoring type of mentor. By putting up projections we can end up covering the truth that we need to face leaving us in a state of restless sleep. How might we destroy the projections we put up that, like Mal, are keeping us asleep to our purpose.

2021-08-2947 min

WonderTour Parks and Rec: Does the End Justify the KABOOM!?This week's Tour focuses on Parks and Recreation Season 2 Episode 6 (Kaboom). Keef (Paul Scheer) inspires Leslie to KABOOM her pit problem. Along the way Derrick and Drew ponder classic questions like, "Does the end justify the means?" and "Is it ever okay to take shortcuts?". To wrap it all up, they try their hand at crafting a better KABOOM.

2021-08-2257 min

WonderTour Guardians of the Galaxy: Turning Up the Vibrancy Levels on LifeIn one of the guys favorite episodes yet, they weave together elements of music, visuals, themes, and story coming to the conclusion that living life vibrantly is a key to being a magnanimous leader. Graciously experiencing all the highs and lows of the present world allows us to unlock the potential of each moment even when we can't see how it'll all play out. From Yondu we discover what a crusty mindset looks like, how it's formed, and how to help others to break out of a fixed mindset. Finally, from Peter, we learn what it looks like to lea...

2021-08-161h 22

WonderTour Fight Club: Renovating our Over-Structured Lives (and Businesses)For this Tour the guys attempt to navigate the dream-like arc of Tyler Durdin, Jack, Marla, and Bob. The narrator, Jack, is a great example of how an over-structured life (business, or portfolio), while reducing our perceived downside risk, often drastically limits our opportunity for upside outcomes like developing good character (creating competitive advantages, or turning a nice profit). When, like Tyler, we deconstruct something, like a map or model, without constructing a new one in its place, we get Project Mayhem. So it follows that if we can marry up a proper deconstruction with a wise rebuild, we hit...

2021-08-081h 13

WonderTour Rey Skywalker: How to Lose Phantom WeightAs leaders, we tend to carry extra weight that isn't really ours to wield. Weight that's projected onto us from our past, from our present, from our colleagues, from our families, etc. It's hard to visualize this weight but we can feel it's effects draining our confidence and hope. On this week's Wonder Tour, we learn from Rey (and Ben) how we can identify and shed the Phantom Weight we're carrying and in turn how we might help to free others from their own Phantom Weight.

2021-08-011h 19

WonderTour Batman Begins: The Purpose of LeadershipThis week we are throwing back to the first recorded episode of Wonder Tour that we never aired. The guys discuss mentor theory and then work through how we might dig deep into ourselves to find and establish our purpose as leaders and how that equips us to make the right decisions. We hope you enjoy a sneak peak into how we began this journey by touring one of our favorite films of all time in Nolan's Batman Begins.

2021-07-2540 min

WonderTour Disney Pixar's Up: How to Stop Tunnel Visioning on the Destination and Enjoy the AdventureWhen we see too narrow of a vision of the the future, we risk getting stuck in "Tunnel Vision" on a destination. Tunnel Vision can lock up our progress, weaken our experiences, and ultimately lead to disappointment when we finally reach the destination we envisioned and we find ourselves feeling unfulfilled. By tapping into Russell's spirit of adventure, the guys discover how to let go of the glorified, fixed destinations we set up in our lives that consistently let us down.

2021-07-181h 14

WonderTour Thor: What to Do When Your Leadership Journey gets DerailedDrew and Derrick look through the eyes of Thor and Loki to help us understand the path we walk as leaders, specifically focusing on how to deal with crucible moments (painful life stages that lead to our growth and formation). Thor and Loki are both full of potential, but take wildly different journeys in developing their character. Thor leans into the pain and humbles himself, becoming a leader worth following, while Loki uses his gifts to try to speed up or cheat his natural growth as a leader and pays the price. If we believe that our actions are...

2021-07-111h 06

WonderTour The Greatest Showman: Setting and Sustaining Vision DensityA grand dream, like a thick gas, can intoxicate people within a confined space, but what happens when the space the vision is cast in scales more quickly than the vision itself? The guys unpack PT Barnum's leadership superpower, vision, by analyzing how the density of his vision correlates with his rise, fall, and rise again.

2021-07-041h 15

WonderTour The Mandalorian: Harnessing the Relationship HookDerrick and Drew explore the world and leaders of the Mandalorian, honing specifically in on Season 1 Episode 7-8. First we get caught up learning from Kuill how purified, narrow scope leadership can build one into a sage-like individual. Then we imagine ourselves in Din's story, growing from a lone wolf to a servant leader. Big takeaways include the best ways to build trust in a disjointed relationship and the need for a "relationship hook" in tricky or complex social networks.

2021-06-2756 min

WonderTour Interstellar: Becoming Curious ExplorersThis time the guys start by pondering the power of curiosity through the lives of Interstellar heroes, Murph and Coop (along with how to develop a more curious character). Next, by looking at the trajectory of Dr. Mann, they frame up how a leader might fall prey to the allure of power, flipping morality to suit their own narrative. Finally, they take Nolan's bait and contemplate the dimension-bending tesseract scene dabbling in the intellectual pool of human ascendance.

2021-06-201h 15

WonderTour Pinocchio: The Organic Growth RateDerrick and Drew dive into the lovably naïve world of Pinocchio. On this ride, we decipher why the redemption narrative is so important to humanity and introduce the concept of an invisible growth rate that seemingly governs things in our world. By imagining this organic growth rate, we can be more effective at implementing changes that are sustainable over time.

2021-06-1359 min