#0019 - General David Petraeus - Getting Schooled on Geopolitics

Summary In this episode of 'Harder Not Smarter,' hosts former Navy SEAL Kevin Seiff and former Green Beret Greg VanDyne dive into a deep and insightful conversation with General David Petraeus. General Petraeus, a retired four-star general renowned for his leadership in Iraq and Afghanistan and his tenure as the Director of the CIA, shares his experiences and perspectives on life after the military. He discusses his influential role at KKR Global Institute, his contributions to academia, and the importance of strategic leadership. The discussion also covers pressing geopolitical issues, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the US-Israeli alliance, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and issues with the cartel south of the US border. General Petraeus also provides valuable book recommendations on leadership, history, and geopolitics. Show Links Get 1-month of FREE access to the ⁠Vet Collective Community⁠ by using discount code: NLT1UQTI Join us here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.collective.vet⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for our Weekly Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.collective.vet⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on LinkedIn: ⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/harder-not-smarter/⁠ Episodes also available on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon Music. General Petraeus' Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidpetraeus/ https://www.kkr.com/approach https://www.amazon.com/Conflict-Evolution-Warfare-1945-Ukraine/dp/0063293137 https://www.belfercenter.org/publication/david-petraeus-strategic-leadership Chapters - 00:00 - Life After the Military General Petraeus discusses his fulfilling and stimulating roles at KKR Global Institute, teaching at universities, writing books, and engaging in speaking events. 03:08 - Strategic Leadership on College Campuses The importance of strategic leadership in maintaining clear standards and enforcement in universities to foster reasoned discourse. 21:29 - The US Economy and Innovation Insights into the US economy and the role of innovation. 27:08 - Investing in Startups The significance of investing in startups and fostering entrepreneurial growth. 31:56 - Pro-Palestinian Protests on College Campuses Addressing the issue of pro-Palestinian protests and the role of universities. 35:02 - Outside Instigators in Protests The influence of outside instigators in college campus protests and the need for firm action. 49:18 - The Impact of the Afghanistan Withdrawal General Petraeus reflects on the impact of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. 52:35 - The Uncertain Situation in Ukraine Discussing the complex and uncertain situation in Ukraine. 58:45 - Recommended Books General Petraeus shares his top book recommendations on leadership, history, and geopolitics.