Masters of Influence

Episode Description In this episode of Masters of Influence, we sit down with Jane Elliott, the pioneering educator behind the famous "blue eyes, brown eyes" exercise that has been challenging prejudice since 1968. At 91 years old, Elliott shares her unfiltered perspective on education, power dynamics, and the current political landscape in America. Drawing from her nearly century-long life experi...

In this episode of Masters of Influence, hosts Jeff Loehr and Joe Rojas delve into the complexities of the current economic disruption, focusing on interest rates and national debt. They explore how the policies being implemented might offer opportunities or pose risks to the economy, examining these from a power dynamics perspective. The episode covers the mechanics of markets, the implications o...

In this episode of Masters of Influence, hosts Jeff Loehr and Joe Rojas look at the true implications of the signal debacle and other bizarre actions that took place. What does it really mean? Who gets more powerful and who loses. Does this mean the end of alliances with Europe and Canada.? The hosts also discuss the chilling effect on free speech and the legal profession as law firms face regime...

In this episode from our Power in Politics series, we discuss the last week of the American Regime and its actions to limit free speech and free expression. Subscribe to get the next episode (and give me a dopamine hit). I’d love your comments and feedback. My goal is to understand how power works and get a better handle on what we can do to have more influence over our politics and our lives. I’d...

Welcome to Masters of Influence, where we explore the timeless strategies of power, persuasion, and effective leadership. In this episode, Jeff Loehr and Joe Rojas dive into the foundational laws of power from Robert Greene's influential book "The 48 Laws of Power." Is power inherently ethical? Can influence be wielded responsibly? Join us as we break down five critical laws that form the foundati...

Send us a text Power is often defined as force —who has the biggest guns, the strongest army, and the most political control.  But here's what everyone gets wrong: violence is weakness real power lies elsewhere. In this episode of Masters of Influence , we dive into one of history’s most extraordinary displays of power, which changed the world without a shot fired.  We break down: 🔹 How a ha...

Listening to Karline Leavitt the other day, I was impressed by how easily she brushed off protestors. She claimed that Trump has all the power. This is what everyone gets wrong: We think power is the ability to fight and challenge each other one-on-one in a fair battle (or unfair battle, I suppose). But it isn’t. Power is influence; it is change; it is having an impact. So, what does it take to cl...

This week we delve into the Zelensky fiasco at the White House. We look at it in terms of power and strategy and the ramifications. Is this the beginning of the end? Join us and let me know what you think… And you may as well subscribe, I mean do you really want to miss the good stuff? Host: Before we kick things off, Joe, you mentioned something about going down memory lane? Joe: Yeah, you asked...

Send us a text Power isn’t just about who has the biggest army or the loudest voice—it’s about who controls the narrative . On February 28th, the world watched as Volodymyr Zelensky walked into the Oval Office and straight into a political ambush . Trump, the vice president, and a room full of sycophants turned on an ally , berating the Ukrainian president in what was supposed to be a diplomatic m...

Send us a text In this episode of Masters of Influence , we break down a fundamental truth: power is contextual —and those who understand how to shift the context, win. What can Star Wars teach us about real-world power struggles? How did the Rebel Alliance outmaneuver the Empire’s superior force? More importantly, why do modern political figures fail to grasp these same principles? We dissect a r...

What if the secret to political power lies in the strange practices of a 1700s doctor? Join us as we unravel how Franz Anton Mesmer's use of "magnetic water" to captivate clients mirrors the tactics Donald Trump employs to maintain a devoted following. Through vivid parallels, we dive into the mechanics of influence that allow Trump to wield power despite his flaws, resonating emoti...

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