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How to Take Over the World

How to Take Over the World

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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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How to Take Over the World - The Wealthiest Family of All Time - The Rothschilds (Part 1)
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03/05/19 • 53 min

How did the Rothschilds go from a poor family inhabiting a part-share of a home in a Jewish ghetto to the richest family of all time in less than 50 years? Listen to how their story begins on How to Take Over the World.

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How to Take Over the World - Frederick Douglass

Frederick Douglass

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07/03/20 • 39 min

Slave. Runaway. Abolitionist. Orator. Statesman. Legend.

On this episode, we explore how Frederick Douglass was able to go from the most challenging of beginnings to playing an integral role in the abolition of slavery in The United States.

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How to Take Over the World - Alexander the Great (Part 1)

Alexander the Great (Part 1)

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10/25/21 • 55 min

Alexander the Great took his father's kingdom and made it the greatest empire the world had ever seen. Part one covers his childhood, education, rise to power, and early conquests.

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Alexander the Great and His Times by Agnes Savill

Philip & Alexander: Kings and Conquerors by Adrian Goldsworthy

The Landmark Arrian: The Campaigns of Alexander

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How to Take Over the World - Leonardo Da Vinci (Part 2)

Leonardo Da Vinci (Part 2)

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05/23/23 • 46 min

The second half of the life of Leonardo Da Vinci - artist, inventor, scientist, writer, playwright, and genius.

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Leonardo Da Vinci by Walter Isaacson

Leonardo Da Vinci by Kenneth Clark

Leonardo Da Vinci biography by Vasari

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Writing and production by Ben Wilson. Sound design by Ezra Bakker Trupiano.

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How to Take Over the World - Leonardo Da Vinci (Part 1)

Leonardo Da Vinci (Part 1)

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04/19/23 • 39 min

The early life and career of Leonardo Da Vinci - artist, inventor, scientist, writer, playwright, and genius.

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Leonardo Da Vinci by Walter Isaacson

Leonardo Da Vinci biography by Vasari

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Writing and production by Ben Wilson. Sound design by Ezra Bakker Trupiano.

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How to Take Over the World - Christmas Special

Christmas Special

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12/25/21 • 21 min

The story of St. Nicholas, plus listener questions!

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How to Take Over the World - How to Raise a Genius: Laszlo Polgar

How to Raise a Genius: Laszlo Polgar

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09/17/21 • 30 min

Is there a formula for genius? One man thinks that he has found it - and he used it to raise all three of his daughters to be world champion chess players.

On this episode, I talk about the life of Laszlo Polgar, his training and teaching methods, and the successes of his three daughters - Susan, Sophia, and Judith.

Link: Raise a Genius! by Laszlo Polgar

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How to Take Over the World - Julius Caesar (Part 4)

Julius Caesar (Part 4)

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06/05/18 • 42 min

Check out more at HTTOTW.com or find me on Instagram and Twitter at @HTTOTW.

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How to Take Over the World - Donald Trump

Donald Trump

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03/13/25 • 85 min

Donald Trump: real estate mogul, master marketer, and the most polarizing figure of our time. How did he go from a brash young developer in Manhattan to the most powerful man in the world? In this episode of How to Take Over the World, we break down the strategies, mindset, and raw ambition that fueled his rise.

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00:00 - Introduction: The Farce and Reality of Donald Trump

02:40 - Who is Donald Trump?

03:55 - Polarizing Figure: Love Him or Hate Him

06:06 - Fred Trump: The Formative Influence

08:56 - Young Donald: Aggression and Military School

14:53 - College Years and Avoiding the Vietnam War

18:31 - Early Real Estate Ventures

25:41 - The Grand Hyatt: A Major Success

35:40 - Trump Tower: Controversy and Prestige

43:45 - Trump's Wollman Rink Success

45:36 - Television City: A Bold Vision

48:01 - The Cringe Factor: Embracing Failure

51:12 - Recap of Trump's Early Success

54:24 - The Downfall Begins: Casinos and Distractions

01:01:35 - Trump's Desperate Measures

01:08:34 - The Apprentice: A Turning Point

01:11:22 - Understanding Trump: The Deal Maker

01:19:24 - Final Thoughts and Controversies

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How to Take Over the World - Philip the Great

Philip the Great

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07/13/21 • 76 min

Philip II of Macedon is best known as the father of Alexander the Great. But was he an even greater conqueror than his more famous son? On this episode, we explore the life and lessons of one of the greatest conquerors and statesmen of all time.

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FAQ

How many episodes does How to Take Over the World have?

How to Take Over the World currently has 106 episodes available.

What topics does How to Take Over the World cover?

The podcast is about History, Podcasts, Self-Improvement and Education.

What is the most popular episode on How to Take Over the World?

The episode title 'The Wealthiest Family of All Time - The Rothschilds (Part 1)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on How to Take Over the World?

The average episode length on How to Take Over the World is 48 minutes.

How often are episodes of How to Take Over the World released?

Episodes of How to Take Over the World are typically released every 10 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of How to Take Over the World?

The first episode of How to Take Over the World was released on Dec 29, 2017.

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