Best Rob Maxwell Podcasts (2025)

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Dominion #798 3:27

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Epictetus, a former slave, taught the concept of “The Law of Dominion,” emphasizing the power of controlling one’s thoughts. While external circumstances are beyond our control, we have sovereignty over our minds.

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Beck Bennett on booking SNL and Embodying Putin 52:51

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Dana and David chat with Beck Bennett to unpack Hollywood lore—like early Superman rumors that had David donning the cape, why Beck always looks awful on red carpets, and the hilariously winding tale of how a trip to the Polo Lounge led Beck to Saturday Night Live. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-our-podcast-with-beck-bennett-and-kyle-m…

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Positive Time Travel: How Discipline Creates Your Future Self 20:58

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Send us a textBy Rob Maxwell, M.A.

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Jeans #797 2:50

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Truett Hanes, a runner from Utah, has gained viral attention by running marathons in jeans, a unique marketing strategy that highlights the power of standing out. His approach, akin to the concept of a “purple cow,“ demonstrates that being remarkable doesn’t require being the best, but rather finding a way to differentiate oneself.…

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RE-RELEASE - Sheryl Crow 1:15:26

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This was one of our favorite episodes and we wanted to bring it back to the surface! Enjoy this absolute legend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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Non-action #796 3:26

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Winston Churchill prioritized rest and sleep, believing it conserved energy for what truly matters. While his habits may not be universally applicable, they highlight the importance of understanding one’s work rhythms and accommodating accordingly. Rest and sleep are not laziness, but strategies for recovery and balance, essential for overall well-…

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Who's Afraid of the Duchess of Newcastle (Part Two) 41:23

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Virginia Woolf compared her to a giant cucumber plant. Had she read that, Margaret Cavendish might have thought it a compliment. Support Noble Blood: — Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon — Order Dana's book, 'Anatomy: A Love Story' and its sequel 'Immortality: A Love Story' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Hoax! | E2 | Balloon Boy 1:09:53

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For a few tense hours in October 2009, the entire world watched as a homemade aircraft purportedly carrying a 6-year-old boy drifted in mid-air on live television. When the balloon landed, there was no boy inside. Sources: Wife Swap Season 5, Episode 1: “Heene/Martell” Wife Swap Season 5, Episode 18: “Heene/Silver” The video that I showed Dana of t…

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Action #795 3:28

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Sam Walton‘s success with Walmart, surpassing the dominant retailer Sears, exemplifies the power of a bias for action. Walton‘s impatience and emphasis on immediate execution, drove extraordinary results, highlighting the importance of taking action over just having good ideas. This mindset, coupled with momentum and opportunity, is crucial for ach…

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BEST Western Weddings & Liam Neeson's Graffiti Balls 54:37

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Buckle up—David tells the most unreal story from the “god damn road" and Dana drops a chaotic wedding tale before the guys get to Liam Neeson’s “hairy balls.” Then they discuss Happy Gilmore 2, Tommy Boy and Joe Dirt trivia, reveal some little-known Macaulay Culkin SNL moments, and introduce us to a theory you didn’t know you needed: ants are alien…

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Pain #794 3:05

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Terry Fox, a young Canadian with bone cancer, ran across Canada to raise money for cancer research, inspiring the nation and raising over $10 million. His legacy continues through the Terry Fox Run, which has raised over $850 million globally. The story serves as a reminder to transform pain into purpose.…

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Fail #793 3:30

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Jeff Bezos views failure as a necessary part of innovation, emphasizing the importance of a high pain tolerance for losses. Amazon’s “Just Do It” award, given to employees who take risks, exemplifies this philosophy. Winners, according to this perspective, lose more than losers because they persistent trying despite setbacks.…

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Very Special Episodes: JFK's Forgotten Summer as a Journalist (with Rob Reiner) 45:13

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Eighty years ago this summer, a young John F. Kennedy took a job as a journalist for Hearst newspapers, filing dispatches in the final days of World War II. Even the most seasoned JFK scholars often overlook this chapter. Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Fred Logevall and legendary director Rob Reiner join Dana Schwartz to explore the forgotten su…

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THROUGH THE FLOOD: One Man’s Story of Surviving the Unimaginable with Jonathan McComb | Episode 31 1:30:32

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Going Rogue with Lara Logan is now available AD-FREE on Substack for our Paid Subscribers: https://laralogan.substack.com/subscribe Join the newsletter and support us if you can, at https://laralogan.com/ Jonathan McComb shares gut-wrenching moments of tragedy - losing his wife and two children in the Wimberley, Texas flood of 2015, which he himsel…

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Sights #792 3:10

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Visualization is a unique feature of human beings. Before something happens in reality, it has to happen in the mind. Everything that is seen is first built in thought.

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Until #791 2:51

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The Arctic expedition of Ernest Shackleton, from 1914–1916, exemplifies perseverance. Despite their ship being crushed by ice, he his crew through extreme conditions, ultimately rescuing all of them. The story serves a reminder that success often comes from refusing to give up, no matter the circumstances.…

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John Leguizamo: From The Ice Age To The Odyssey 52:05

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The guys sit down with the unstoppable John Leguizamo and dive into everything from getting in fights as a kid to then voicing Sid in Ice Age and getting revenge at the sequel negotiation table, then being typecast in Hollywood, and what it’s like working with Nolan, DiCaprio, and Schwarzenegger. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pr…

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Questions #790 4:09

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There is more power in having powerful questions then all the right answers. Good questions are not only an effective way to manage others, but manage ourselves. But giving ourselves time to think is a struggle for many.

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MAXFIT GAMES 2025 19:35

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Send us a textBy Rob Maxwell, M.A.

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Biographies #789 3:43

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Biographies are a powerful tool for learning from the experiences of others, allowing us to avoid their failures and copy their successes. By reading biographies, we gain insights into the lives and strategies of successful individuals. All lessons are learned by trial and error, but they do not have to be your own trials or errors.…

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Who's Afraid of the Duchess of Newcastle (Part One) 39:35

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In 'A Room of One's Own,' Virginia Woolf writes of Margaret Cavendish's reputation: "Evidentally the crazy Duchess became a bogey to frighten clever girls with." Dismisses as mad in her own time, and untalented later, Cavendish remains something of an enigma, a strange proto-feminist, proto-science fiction writer who remained entirely untamed. Supp…

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Repeat #788 3:46

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GK Chesterton believed God finds joy in repetition, connecting it to a child’s enthusiasm. Repetition is essential for learning and skilled development. Embracing repetition is not only the pathway to innovation, but wonder.

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Rosebud Baker Was Raised by War Criminals (and Writes for Weekend Update) 53:50

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Rosebud Baker joins Dana and David for a very fun chat about writing for SNL’s Weekend Update with Colin Jost and Michael Che. They get into why Rosebud once felt “unfuckable,” what it was like growing up around political power (and possible war crimes), and how Dana met her family at the White House. To learn more about listener data and our priva…

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Repeat #787 4:25

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Vince Lombardi‘s relentless pursuit of perfection, exemplified by his eight hour dissection of one play, highlights, the importance of repetition inconsistency in achieving excellence. This principle extends beyond sports, as seen in the success of businesses like In-N-Out Burger, and Raising Cane‘s, which built their empires through consistent exe…

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Repeat #786 3:27

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Embracing the boring basics, like consistent repetition of proven principles, is a powerful competitive advantage in business and life. This approach, exemplified by Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant’s respect for repetition of routine basics, leads to lasting success through patient repetition and deep understanding.…

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WIRED FOR CONTROL: Brain-Computer Interfaces with Brandy Smith | Episode 30 1:17:21

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Love the show? Make a donation if you can: https://laralogan.com/support Going Rogue with Lara Logan is now available AD-FREE on Substack for our Paid Subscribers: https://laralogan.substack.com/subscribe Brandy Smith, an expert in computer interfaces and information security, joins us to explore the captivating, yet complex world of brain-computer…

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Persist #785 4:04

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James Dyson, inventor of the bagless vacuum cleaner, failed 5127 times over 14 years before creating a successful prototype. His persistence, fueled by belief in his vision and the support of his wife, led to the creation of $1 billion company. The story serves as a reminder to persevere through setbacks, viewing them as opportunities for growth an…

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LAWFARE UNDER FIRE: Treniss Evans & American Rights Alliance Lead the Charge Against a Weaponized Justice System | Ep 29 1:44:41

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Treniss Evans, Chief Operating Officer of American Rights Alliance, joins us to share his powerful story of championing justice and battling against the misuse of the legal system as a political weapon. Support our show by donating here: https://bit.ly/SupportLara Paid partnerships: Patriot Mobile America's ONLY Christian conservative wireless prov…

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Food Fear: The Truth About What You Should (and Shouldn't) Eat 21:19

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Send us a textBy Rob Maxwell, M.A.

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Don't Let the Tail Wag the Dog: Rethinking Cardio Metrics 25:19

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Send us a text Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyBy Rob Maxwell, M.A.

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Care #784 2:53

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Steve Jobs’ passion for storytelling, led him to invest in Pixar, believing in its potential for lasting impact. Despite financial challenges, Jobs’ unwavering commitment, driven by his care for the craft of storytelling, ultimately resulted in Pixar’s success.

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RE-RELEASE - Bob Odenkirk 1:02:12

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Originally published in 2022, we thought it felt right to dust off this super fun episode with our good friend Bob. Just in time for his new movie Nobody 2! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Unlocked #783 4:17

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Malcolm McLean revolutionized global trade with the invention of the cargo container. His simple idea of stacking trailer bodies on ships dramatically reduced costs and made international shipping efficient. This innovation, often overlooked, has had a profound impact on our lives, enabling globalization, and creating opportunities across industrie…

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Resilience #782 4:36

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Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, attributes, his success to his ability to endure pain and suffering, a trait he believes cannot be taught. His experiences, from a challenging boarding school to the early struggles of NVIDIA, honed his resilience. Wayne story emphasizes the importance of embracing pain as a catalyst for progress.…

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The Real King Arthur 27:31

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King Arthur is arguably the most famous monarch in British history, the subject of countless films and books of both non-fiction and fantasy. But there's one tiny, but important question worth asking: did he even exist? Support Noble Blood: — Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon — Order Dana's book, 'Anatomy: A Love Story' and its seque…

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Necessity #781 2:57

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It is said that necessity is the mother of all invention. Necessity can also be the mother of motivation. You can create your own necessity. You can create your own motivation by giving yourself ultimatums.

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David Flies COACH?? & The Booty Sniffer is Caught 45:28

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Dana suffers through David’s riveting tale of flying coach—yes, coach—and the painful neck it left him with. Turns out, Dana’s been there too, thanks to some aggressive couch-based TV marathons. The guys also debate Brad Pitt’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood spin-off (or is it actually Joe Dirt 2?), and spotlight the infamous Burbank Booty Sniffer. …

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Peers #780 3:33

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The PayPal Mafia, a group of successful entrepreneurs, used peer pressure to drive excellence. They’re hiring philosophy, where only the best we’re hired, created a culture of high standards. This environment, where talented individuals challenged each other, led to innovation and success.

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Amateurs #779 3:35

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Henry Ford, who revolutionized transportation and mass production, believe the motivation was for amateurs. He emphasize the importance of systems and habits over feelings, arguing that professionals follow processes while amateurs rely on motivation. Ford’s perspective highlights, the inevitability of accomplishment through commitment to a system,…

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Manufactured #778 4:06

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Motivation isn’t something you get, it is something you manufacture. Arnold Schwarzenegger‘s life is an example of this, using his father‘s abuse and negative motivation to achieve his goals. You can take negative events in your life, and turn them into motivation, using your pain and trauma as fuel to create drive.…

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Guinnessport #777 3:17

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Ashrita Furman, with over 700 Guinness world records, exemplifies that success is not solely determined by talent but dedication to training, strategy, and systems. His achievements, despite lacking, exceptional physical abilities, demonstrate the power of perseverance and the importance of mastering the game’s techniques. This story serves as an i…

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Cheri Oteri is BACK for Round 2! 1:02:35

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The guys welcome comedy legend Cheri Oteri for a laugh-filled conversation about her Barbara on Barbara Walters interview (it makes sense...) and why she once wished her life was a soap opera. She also shares tales of doing “stupid little things” across Europe—and impersonates the women at her nail salon. Plus: behind-the-scenes SNL stories and why…

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Ingredients #776 3:43

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A fable about a young man seeking advice from a wise elder, highlights the importance of integrity as the priceless ingredient in products and people. Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, exemplifies this principle, through his commitment to reliability, quality, and integrity in his products. Listen to today’s message to help you tell yourself a …

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OADB #775 3:29

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The most important story you hear is the one you tell yourself. Success comes from consistent daily disciplines not just occasional actions. Habits are formed through daily repetition, leading to exponential results over time.

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The Biscuit King: Dogs Need Healthy Treats Too! 30:35

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Send us a text Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyBy Rob Maxwell, M.A.

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A Smoking Gun in the Spanish Royal Family 22:02

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King Juan Carlos I had an astonishingly eventful life and ruled as King of Spain for nearly four decades. But a tragic event when he was a teenager maybe have been the defining incident of his life. Support Noble Blood: — Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon — Order Dana's book, 'Anatomy: A Love Story' and its sequel 'Immortality: A Lov…

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Exchanges #774 3:16

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We live in an abundant world. Everyday billions of exchanges happen. Some are negative-sum, where one party ends up with less. There are zero-sum exchanges where each walks away with the same. But the magic is in the positive-sum exchanges where each ends up with more. The value and fun in life is participating in the positive-sum exchanges.…

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Jizz-Lane Maxwell Updates, Pest Control Tips & Joe Dirt Tunnel Walk 54:57

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Dana and David deliver an update on the Epstein saga, specifically on Jizz-lane Maxwell (yup, that’s how you say it ;) before diving into David recounting his Morgan Wallen tunnel walk—fully committed, fully Joe Dirt. The guys also weigh in on the Liam Neeson–Pamela Anderson dating rumors and share pest control advice no one asked for but everyone …

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18,000 #773 4:04

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Bill Bowerman, Nike‘s cofounder, used a parable about a mule skinner to illustrate his coaching philosophy: to teach effectively, one must first get the students attention. This philosophy was shaped by Bowman‘s transformative experience with the principal who confronted his behavior. The lesson is to pay attention to life‘s lessons.…

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OODA #772 3:04

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Three frogs on a log illustrate the importance of action over decision-making. General Jim Mattis emphasizes the need for decisive leadership likening it to the OODA loop: observe, orient, decide, and act. Ultimately knowledge without action equals nothing.