The Passion of Tyrion and Varys: How to Handle Troubled Leaders (Part 1)

What do the lieutenants of troubled leaders do to cope, help... or manipulate? Today we use Trump's struggles as a launchpad to explore history (and Westeros) to understand how and why supporting casts act differently when a leader has rough edges.


Xander and Erik grab a few pints for this one and have a good time; you might consider the same, if it fits your fancy :)

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