Ergebnis für "Game Changers" in Politik & Sozialwissenschaften

How did the son of a laundress for local brothels end up one of America’s most powerful politicians and the Senate’s most bare-knuckled Democrat? Political journalist Jon Ralston gives us the first full biography of Harry Reid, the five-time Senator from Nevada whose ruthlessness and...

In this fascinating and entertaining look at games throughout history, Tim Clare explores the legal highs of a good dice roll, the thrills of a predatory race game, and the tactile pleasures of the games that age with us through our lives. Drawing on Roman anti-cheating devices, organised crime card games, and dice contests that link Chaucer to Warren G, The Game Changers will show you why games are more popular now than ever, and how playing them helps us win more often, become better losers and stay one step ahead - on and off the board. Through play, we become fully ourselves.

“It’s one of the best books on politics of any kind I’ve read. For entertainment value, I put it up there with Catch 22.” —The Financial Times “It transports you to a parallel universe in which everything in the National Enquirer is true….More interesting is what we learn about...

In Game Changer, the podcast by TWS Partners, we want to share our enthusiasm and passion for game theory and its applications. We invite guests from business and academia to discuss how they use the power of game theory in their profession to make a difference – and to learn some fun anecdotes, useful facts and valuable insights along the way. Join us on this journey, and find out that game theory is much more than a topic for ivory tower discussions.

The definitive account of how regime change in the Middle East has proven so tempting to American policymakers for decades—despite never achieving the far-reaching aims of its proponents—and how it’s finally time to forge a new path forward. Since the end of World War II, the United States...

The storm gathers as we sleep. Despite vast amounts of blood and treasure expended since 9-11-2001, America and her allies are losing the war against Islamist violent extremists. For the first time since the War on Terror began, Green Beret Scott Mann, an original architect and implementer of this strategic program, reveals an immediately useful strategic framework to defeat ISIS, al-Qa'ida, and even criminal elements here at home.

Among many legendary episodes from the life and career of men's basketball coach Dean Smith, few loom as large as his recruitment of Charlie Scott, the first African American scholarship athlete at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Drawn together by college basketball in a time of momentous change, Smith and Scott helped transform a university, a community, and the racial landscape of sports in the South.

The goal of playing the great game of business has always been to find a way to teach the have-nots how the haves make it. It’s about creating and distributing wealth equitably as a way to close those gaps in wealth that plague our society. It’s about changing the game. We authored Change the Game for those of you who continue to seek a brighter side of capitalism - one that truly transforms lives for the better. This book is about hope: No matter how grim things look, you can make them better.

Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times: "Those hungry for political news will read Double Down for the scooplets and insidery glimpses it serves up about the two campaigns, and the clues it offers about the positioning already going on among Republicans and Democrats for 2016 ... The book...

Welcome to Game Changer !  Every day a presentation of a character of our world in less than 5 minutes.

Hopelessly single Stephanie resorts to the terrible 2007 pick-up artist guide Rules of the Game to learn the art of dating and seduction.

If you could champion a Game Changer, someone helping transform the UK, who would YOU choose? Aimee Fuller – two-time Olympian, author and broadcaster – presents Season 3 of The National Lottery 'Game Changers’ podcast.    This extra special series celebrates the 30th birthday of The National Lottery, as Aimee travels the UK to hear from exceptional individuals who have been transforming communities over the last three decades, with a little help from The National Lottery.Including the music initiative providing a launchpad for artists like chart-topper Rizzle Kicks and supported ...

Game Changers - Red FM Podcasts A first hand account of Personalities who have beaten all odds and changed the world with their grit , determination and sheer magnetic personality.

In this award-winning podcast Sue Anstiss MBE talks to trailblazing women in sport. These are the individuals who are knocking down barriers and challenging the status quo for women and girls everywhere. Along with openly sharing their historic careers, what drives them and how they’ve dealt with the toughest challenges, each episode explores key issues for equality in sport and beyond. We’re incredibly grateful to Sport England who support The Game Changers with a National Lottery award. You can find out about all the guests at https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangersFearless ...

Meet the Gamechangers is a space where I celebrate people who are shaping the world for the better. In each episode, I sit down for real conversations with individuals who push boundaries and challenge norms. These are stories about ideas, action, resilience, creativity, and the inner shifts that lead to meaningful impact. This isn’t about perfection or performance. It’s about people who are willing to think differently and act boldly. These are the voices that remind us what’s possible when intention meets action.

How the Internet lost its way—and how to fix it. Reclaiming the Internet is an indictment of how Big Tech cloaks ruthless commercial exploitation in the language of free speech. Olivier Sylvain, a leading legal scholar and former senior advisor at the Federal Trade Commission, exposes the...

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Rajco USA, a globally recognized sportswear manufacturer known for innovation, quality, and athlete-focused apparel. From custom team uniforms to Olympic-level kits, Rajco USA has redefined what it means to combine performance, style, and sustainability. Discover how their advanced fabrics, modern customization tools, and eco-friendly production practices are shaping the future of sportswear. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or sports enthusiast, this episode will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how Rajco USA continues to empower ...

The global story is one that is 7.6 billion authors strong. It is rich and complex, and as of today, it is also perilously close to bringing about the destruction of our planet. Why do we continue to live in a bad story? In his latest work, Moritz Davidesko presents a compelling analysis of human storytelling and explores how that behavior has informed our present understanding of the world. In chronicling our species’ collective powers of narration, Davidesko ushers us from the distant past, to the present state of global affairs—the story of our world as we know it!

The Game Changer Unlocked, hosted by ESPN commentator and elite performance coach Bryan Fetzer, is the go-to show for entrepreneurs, athletes, and high performers seeking real transformation. With over 28 years of experience in sports performance and health optimization, Bryan explores the intersection of business, athletics, and personal growth. Each episode features candid conversations, tactical strategies, and breakthrough insights from world-class leaders who’ve turned adversity into advantage. This is where peak performance meets purpose—and where game changers are made.

An insightful, interesting, and occasionally irreverent exploration of the American presidency and the men who have occupied the oval office.