Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this "Lessons" episode, Jim Keyes, author of *Education is Freedom* and former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, shares why education can be one of the strongest antidotes to fear. Drawing from his experience in business and his research into human behavior, he explains how knowledge creates understanding, why fear can hold people back from taking action, and how education provides the confidence to navigate uncertainty. Jim also explores the difference between intelligence and wisdom, revealing why emotional intelligence, character, humility, and compassion are just as important as raw knowledge for achieving success and working effectively with others.

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YouTube: youtu.be/8ZoWQcnQSbc
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Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/2NH6ttOIfnUUY8jKZWg8ti

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