Leadership, Fear, and the Politics of Power with James D Boys

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Year(s) Discussed: 1945-2026 This episode explores how leadership can be shaped by fear, strategy, and the deliberate projection of strength. It traces the ideas behind the Madman Theory, showing how Cold War thinking, presidential power, and public perception collided to influence some of the most consequential decisions in modern politics. Along the way, it asks what happens when a leader tries to turn unpredictability into control. More information can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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