

What’s the secret to governments making wise decisions?
Jan 30, 2025
Zachary Shore, a Professor specializing in governmental decision-making, discusses the intricate ingredients for wise governance. He delves into qualities like insight and creativity crucial for better decisions. Historical examples reveal how wisdom has shaped leadership, contrasting different approaches post-WWII. Shore emphasizes the need for empathy in leaders and innovative reforms to nurture these traits. He also tackles the challenges of social media, stressing the balance between emotional storytelling and factual clarity in political discourse.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Wisdom in Governance: Lessons from History
02:27 • 22min
From Punishment to Recovery: U.S. Post-WWII Policies
24:47 • 7min
Navigating Wisdom in Governance
31:52 • 16min
Reimagining Leadership Through Empathy and Reform
48:16 • 2min
Navigating Government Decision-Making in the Age of Social Media
50:23 • 3min