Building Snowmobiles: John Boyd's 1992 Commencement Wisdom with Mark Squeglia
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The conversation explores John Boyd's early life in Erie, Pennsylvania, and his connection to Strong Vincent High School. The discussion is enriched by guest Mark Squeglia a lifelong Erie, PA resident and recently featured speaker in the PBS episode "Chronicles: John Boyd and his OODA Loop." Mark Squeglia details Boyd's upbringing, the influences that shaped his strategic mind, and his contributions to military tactics and broader applications in business and complex systems thinking. The episode also includes a fascinating recount of Boyd's 1992 commencement speech at Strong Vincent High School, highlighting his philosophies on learning, adaptation, and synthesis.
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Chapters
1. John Boyd's Erie Pennsylvania Upbringing (00:00:00)
2. Recognition of John Boyd in Erie (00:16:50)
3. John Boyd's Graduation Address Reflection (00:24:45)
4. Exploring John Boyd's Background and Influences (00:38:48)
5. Analysis of John Boyd's Tactics (00:45:12)
6. Understanding John Boyd's OODA Loop (00:52:23)
7. Exploring John Boyd's Impact and Legacy (01:06:46)
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