The Rooftop Podcast

In this time of Churn, when nobody is coming to save you, when we try to build something bigger than ourselves, a new business…a game changing product…or a non-profit initiative…we are going to face tough obstacles. Getting clear on what your big sh*t is going to cost you is critical. This podcast will show you how!   Scott   Pre order the book here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/scott-...

Starting on September 11th, 2012, al-Qa'ida carried out a series of terrorist attacks on the U.S. Consulate and CIA Annex in Benghazi, Libya, killing four Americans, including U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens.  And yet, the case remained unsolved. The terrorists were never brought to justice because they had not been identified, until now. Two former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Officers i...

How do we ensure we never forget the lessons of the leaders who teach us the most important things in life? How do we pass these lessons to the next generation, to those who never even knew these amazing humans? Storytelling. When we share the stories of those who taught us and led us, we share to keep them alive and more importantly, to pass life lessons from one generation to the next. You’re no...

Fear. It creates a primal response that leads to in group and out group behavior. This drives Bonding Trust behavior. Join me by the Firepit as I dive deep into the antidote.   I'll see you on the Rooftop,   Scott   Pre order the new book, "No One is Coming to Save You" here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/scott-mann/nobody-is-coming-to-save-you/9781546008286/?lens=center-street   Join R...

It’s been a long journey but as we enter into one of the most divided times in our nation’s history, there are some emerging lessons we must learn. I”ve spent years assembling into hard hitting best-practices for getting big shit done when nobody is coming to save you.   Give it a listen and I’ll see you on the Rooftop.   Scott   Pre order the book here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/sc...

In this modern time of Churn and Distraction, the hemispheres that make up our brain are out of balance and it leaves us askew, as we navigate the world. The "servant" has overtaken the "master".   Join me by the firepit as I break this down for you!   Scott   Join Rooftop Nation! Website:   Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottMannAuthor Instagram: h...

Trying to make a strategic impact in this unprecedented Churn of distraction, disengagement, and disconnection is exhausting. Especially when our institutional leaders don’t step up and we have to fill the gap. It can wear us down and cause us to ask that toughest of questions: “Is it worth it?”   Well, your ability to ask and answer that question has never been more important.   Jump into this “D...

In this episode Gold Star Mom Holly Higgins leads an epic search to bring healing and restoration to another Gold Star Family. The power of human connection and storytelling spans 54 years and is full-throttle in this powerful episode.   I'll see you on the Rooftop,   Scott   Join Rooftop Nation! Website:   Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottMannAut...

Welcome back to Firepit Fridays! This week we discuss how the unseen enemy of the, "churn" can impact your business and your life!   I'll see you on the Rooftop,   Scott   Join Rooftop Nation! Website:   Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottMannAuthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmannauthor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooft...

What happens if the Taliban remain in power inside Afghanistan? Is there anybody outside Afghanistan standing up to them? The answer to those questions and many more are found in this weeks podcast episode as I interview the only remaining Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. She works out of the permanent Mission in Austria. As we watch our veteran volunteers from Moral Compass test...

When the going gets rough, we go tribal. We are primal by nature as the evolution of brains and DNA has not caught up with the modern world. We are essentially, "Well Dressed Neanderthals". It's Firepit Friday, dig in with us and let's talk tools to deal with our primal selves and those around us. I'll see you on the Rooftop, Scott   Join Rooftop Nation! Website: Website: https://www.rooftopleader...

 In this transactional world, leaders are often de-valuing the very skills they need to get big sh*t done when nobody is coming to save you. Known often as “soft skills,” the power of inter-personal connection and influence is often trivialized in favor of coercion and various forms of “because I said so, dammit.” In low-trust times, that’s what amateurs do. Pros know that the soft skills are actu...

Many of us look at what's going on around us and feel as if it's too much. So much noise. So much division. The divisionist leaders are driving to separate us, to foment instability in the public arena as well as our personal lives. You know this isn't your path. You know there is a better way. You know that you can help lead us into better days. But, how? How do you get big sh*t done when things...

Leadership - at an institutional level - is in short supply these days. Whether it’s media, Congress, or the corporate world. Having a big heart and the moral courage to bridge across gaps and stand for the greater good is something that I’ve always admired in leaders. We need more of them in politics. Party means little to me; I’m looking for leaders who stand for something bigger than themselves...

How do we serve others through storytelling when the stories scare the hell out of us?! This is something I’ve wrestled with since I became a storyteller. The answer is, that we lean into it and realize that it’s not about us…it’s about the listener, even if we are the protagonist in the story. I’m so excited to share with you our 300th episode of the Rooftop Podcast and even more excited that thi...

Looking Back and Leaning In: In this episode we take on a 2023 Rooftop Year in review and set our vision for 2024. Nobody is coming to save us; Give a listen and let’s get some big sh*t in 2024!   I'll see you on the Rooftop...   Scott   Own Every Room Live: https://rooftopleadership.com/owneveryroom/ House Foreign Affairs Testimony https://youtu.be/1qEhMQ2ijd8?si=gOQ9JDXlw4dKzoeA   Join Rooftop N...

It’s been a six-year journey to inform civilians and heal our military community through the warrior storytelling project known as “Last Out - Elegy of a Green Beret.”   After our final 2023 performance, I am proud to share with you some powerful lessons from this project that transfer right into your life and what you are building in your arena. Whether you are involved in the arts, start-ups, co...

Starting on September 11th, 2012, al-Qa'ida carried out a series of terrorist attacks on the U.S. Consulate and CIA Annex in Benghazi, Libya, killing four Americans, including U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens.  And yet, the case remained unsolved. The terrorists were never brought to justice because they had not been identified, until now. Two former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Officers i...

Did we learn anything from 9-11-2001? More importantly, did we learn anything from the events leading up to 9-11-2001? For months, prior to the attacks, the leader of the Afghan Resistance Movement, Ahmad Shah Massoud tried over and over again to warn the U.S. and the West of an impending attack by al Qa’ida. His warnings were ignored as he continued his fight against them and the Taliban with alm...

When the going gets rough, we go tribal. We are primal by nature as the evolution of brains and DNA has not caught up with the modern world. We are essentially, "Well Dressed Neanderthals". It's Firepit Friday, dig in with us and let's talk tools to deal with our primal selves and those around us. I'll see you on the Rooftop, Scott   Join Rooftop Nation! Website: Website: https://www.rooftopleader...

Who Am I to Do This?: Practical thoughts on defeating monsters, imposter syndrome, and head chatter. In this rough time of low-trust and Churn, it’s easy to pull back on the big things you’re building in life. That’s a dangerous thing. Because nobody else is coming. So when you ask yourself, “Who am I to do this,” know that more than ever...we need what you’ve got. Give this podcast a listen, ruck...

As the 2023 tour of Last Out comes to a close, I can’t think of a better way to share some of the inside experiences than sitting down by the fire pit with my dear friend, combat-wounded infantryman, and castmate Chris Vetzel to talk about the last out journey. You’re not going to want to miss this episode.   Join Rooftop Nation!   Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/ Facebook: https://www....

Will Cain and I had an amazing discussion on the role of veterans in our society, the fact that "Nobody is Coming" and how Veterans can help lead us into better days with the skills they have earned defending our Nation.   Will Cain Podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlTLHnxSVuIzi_tPVKjt5y7KMgvlch5o6&si=q7IfqtA5XRvoE6Uo

What does is mean to be a Veteran? How valuable are our Veterans as assets to business and our communities? What is your Pineapple Express? These important questions and others are discussed in this Veterans Day Keynote from the Reagan Library.   I'll see you on the Rooftop...   Scott   Join Rooftop Nation!   Website: https://www.rooftopleadership.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottMannA...

If we are going to lead our country back to better days, we need to better understand what allows us to mobilize our communities and our citizens to do the most good. My interview with Dr. Dave Ellis explores the human dynamics of leading from the bottom up and you don’t want to miss this episode. An incredibly powerful interview.   I'll see you on the Rooftop,   Scott   Dr Dave Ellis show: https:...