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Jan 2024
37m 47s

Life After Power with Jared Cohen

SHARON MCMAHON
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What is it like to transition from one of the most powerful positions in the world, to that of an ordinary citizen? Sharon is joined by presidential historian and New York Times bestselling author, Jared Cohen, to share about what happens when presidents – at the pinnacle of their prestige and influence – leave office. What can we learn about human nature an ... Show More
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