Built to Last

Chung Ju-Yung’s Relentless Road to Hyundai

In today's episode, we're exploring the life and legacy of Chung Ju-Yung — the visionary founder of the Hyundai Group and one of South Korea's most iconic business titans. This is the story of a man who rose from poverty to build a global business empire by turning every setback into fuel, and giving everything he had until there was nothing left to give — a visionary who simply never took no for an answer. If you've ever wondered how extraordinary people got their start — and how you can too — this podcast is your front-row seat to a life and legacy built to last.

How Danny Meyer Set the Table for Shake Shack

In today's episode, we're exploring the life and legacy of Danny Meyer — the man behind the legendary Shake Shack chain and many iconic NYC restaurants. Danny created unique restaurants by never settling for the status quo, constantly bringing his fresh, new perspective to every dining experience, and building vibrant communities around each table he set.  If you’ve ever wondered how extraordinary people got their start — and how you can too — this podcast is your front-row seat to be inspired by a life and a legacy that were built to last.

Archbishop Fulton Sheen: Treasure in Clay

In today's episode, we're exploring the life and legacy of Archbishop Fulton Sheen — one of the most influential Catholic voices of the 20th century.  This is the story of a boy from rural Illinois who became a household name, reaching millions through his mastery of modern media — all while remaining grounded in a deeply spiritual life. If you’ve ever wondered how extraordinary people got their start — and how you can too — this podcast is your front-row seat to be inspired by a life and a legacy that were built to last.

Sam Walton: Made in America

In today’s episode, I dive into the life of Sam Walton, the founder of Walmart. It's a story of resilience, relentless hard work, and unmatched ambition. It’s also the story of man who was unapologetic about his curiosity and who outworked and outsmarted everyone to build the greatest retail empire in history.  If you’ve ever wondered how extraordinary people like Sam Walton got their start — and how you can too — this is your front-row seat to be inspired by a life and a legacy that were built to last.

Ronald Reagan: An American Life

Welcome to the first episode of “Build to Last,” a podcast where I explore the lives of history’s most remarkable leaders, thinkers, and trailblazers — uncovering the values, pivotal choices, and convictions that shaped them. In this episode, we’ll step into the life of Ronald Reagan, reading from his autobiography An American Life and follow his journey from small-town Illinois to Hollywood, and ultimately, to the White House. If you’ve ever wondered how extraordinary people got their start — and how you can too — this is your front-row seat to be inspired by a life and a legacy that were built to last.