Elected authoritarians thrive on the image of the decisive, solitary leader—the one who claims to know best. But real strength in leadership looks very different. This episode of the Anti-Authoritarian Toolkit Podcast explores models of inclusive, collaborative, and compassionate leadership that deliver results and rebuild trust. Featuring stories of leaders who lead with empathy and courage, we unpack how democracy can reclaim the meaning of strength—and why the future belongs to those who govern together, not alone.
Lisa Witter is Co-Founder and CEO of Better Politics Foundation, one of the world’s leading conveners of political leadership entrepreneurs and innovators, that aims to Renewing leadership, reimagining politics and rebuilding trust in political institutions.
Federica Vinci is Program Coordinator at Democracy Hub
Mentioned and recommended in the episode:
“Playground”, by Richard Powers
“The Ezra Klein Show” (podcast)
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Executive production: Agustina Manuele
Production: Denise Menache
Audio recording and processing: Manuel Clemente, Chuco Sounds
Editing: Andy Cukier