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Books and Insight with Frank Lavin

Books and Insight with Frank Lavin

By: Frank Lavin
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 A conversation with authors and other creative people about their recent works and their insight on the world today. How do books and ideas help us grapple with current challenges? Frank Lavin has served as a diplomat, banker, White House aide, National Security Council staffer, and is the author of four books.2024 Art Literary History & Criticism World
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  • Allen Weiner, author of “The Highflier Handbook: How to be Seen and Become a Leader at Work”

    Allen Weiner, author of “The Highflier Handbook: How to be Seen and Become a Leader at Work”
    Jun 16 2025

    Frank Lavin talks with Allen Weiner, the author of “The Highflier Handbook: How to be Seen and Become a Leader at Work” and discusses why some people fail to move ahead, even if they are strong performers. It has a lot to do with soft skills, collegiality, and perceptions. Allen challenges us as to how we can stand out while still being true to ourselves. In addition to reading his “The Highflier Handbook” Allen also recommends the Tom Clancy novels for insight as to how people can communicate and shape a consensus to advance their goals, starting with “Clear and Present Danger.”
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    15 mins
  • John Sullivan, former U.S. Ambassador to Russia and Author of “Midnight in Moscow”

    John Sullivan, former U.S. Ambassador to Russia and Author of “Midnight in Moscow”
    May 12 2025

    Frank Lavin talks about Russia, Ukraine, and the U.S. with John Sullivan, former U.S. Ambassador to Russia and former Deputy Secretary of State. John was serving in Moscow when Putin launched Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and this was the basis for his book, “Midnight in Moscow.” John also recommends H.R. McMaster’s “At War With Ourselves.”
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    22 mins
  • Ken Khachigian, Former Presidential Advisor and Author of "Behind Closed Doors"

    Ken Khachigian, Former Presidential Advisor and Author of "Behind Closed Doors"
    Apr 21 2025

    Frank Lavin talks about Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan with Ken Khachigian, author, speechwriter, strategic consultant, and presidential advisor. His book, “Behind Closed Doors,” discusses his work with these two presidents. Ken also recommends Geoff Shepard’s “The Nixon Conspiracy” and Richard Nixon’s “Memoirs.”
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    21 mins
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