Built to Last

In today's episode, we're exploring the life and ideas of René Girard — the French intellectual who cracked the code behind human desire, rivalry, and conflict. This is the story of a thinker who challenged us to think what if our desires aren't our own — but borrowed, imitated, and quietly copied from the people around us? And what if that one insight explains everything from petty...

In today's episode, we're exploring the life and legacy of Chung Ju-Yung — the visionary founder of the Hyundai Group and one of South Korea's most iconic business titans. This is the story of a man who rose from poverty to build a global business empire by turning every setback into fuel, and giving everything he had until there was nothing left to give — a visionary who simply nev...

In today's episode, we're exploring the life and legacy of Danny Meyer — the man behind the legendary Shake Shack chain and many iconic NYC restaurants. Danny created unique restaurants by never settling for the status quo, constantly bringing his fresh, new perspective to every dining experience, and building vibrant communities around each table he set.  If you’ve ever wondered how ext...

In today's episode, we're exploring the life and legacy of Archbishop Fulton Sheen — one of the most influential Catholic voices of the 20th century.  This is the story of a boy from rural Illinois who became a household name, reaching millions through his mastery of modern media — all while remaining grounded in a deeply spiritual life. If you’ve ever wondered how extraordinary people g...

 In today’s episode, I dive into the life of Sam Walton , the founder of Walmart. It's a story of resilience, relentless hard work, and unmatched ambition. It’s also the story of man who was unapologetic about his curiosity and who outworked and outsmarted everyone to build the greatest retail empire in history.  If you’ve ever wondered how extraordinary people like Sam Walton got their start...

Welcome to the first episode of “Build to Last,” a podcast where I explore the lives of history’s most remarkable leaders, thinkers, and trailblazers — uncovering the values, pivotal choices, and convictions that shaped them. In this episode, we’ll step into the life of Ronald Reagan , reading from his autobiography An American Life and follow his journey from small-town Illinois to Hollywood, and...