Explore the multifaceted narrative of Shakespeare's "The Tempest," often seen as his farewell to theater. This introductory video delves into the play's thematic richness, from its allegorical ties to theater to its reflections on...

In this video, we explore the dramatic unfoldings of Act 4 of Shakespeare's "The Tempest," where Prospero uses his magic to control the events of his daughter Miranda's betrothal, while also dealing with the threats posed by Caliban and...

This video delves into the complexities of authority, control, and service through the interactions between Prospero, Miranda, and Ariel in Shakespeare's "The Tempest." Prospero's manipulation of both the natural and social worlds...

This video delves into the complex interplay between Prospero and Caliban in Shakespeare's "The Tempest," examining the depiction and implications of their relationship as colonizer and colonized. The discussion explores how historical...

This video explores Act 1 of Shakespeare's "The Tempest," focusing on the dynamics of authority and rebellion. It delves into how the act sets up the play's central tensions, particularly the nature of authority and its various...

The U.S. Supreme Court decides if laws made in the United States violate the Constitution or not. It’s called judicial review and it’s a power that was granted to the Supreme Court by the Supreme Court itself – thanks to a landmark case...

Constitution Day takes place every year on September 17. It celebrates the written document that outlines the rights and freedoms of U.S. citizens.

Independence Day takes place every year on the 4th of July. It celebrates the day that the Founders of the United States declared their independence from Great Britain.

The principles of persuasion are a set of psychological rules to influence others. In his book "Influence", Robert Cialdini outlines 6 main principles: Reciprocity, scarcity, authority, consistency, liking and consensus. He later added a...

In this performance from "Macbeth", Hecate delivers a commanding performance, expressing her frustration with the witches' actions and asserting her authority over them. With a mix of indignation and power, Hecate confronts the witches...

This video examines a dramatic moment from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Cassius confronts Brutus's domineering attitude. Cassius's speech highlights his refusal to be subdued by Brutus's temper, asserting his independence and...

Charlemagne (Part 1/2) - The Rise

This video discusses the dramatic events surrounding King Henry IV's journey to Canossa in 1077 to seek absolution from Pope Gregory VII after being excommunicated. The encounter at Canossa, where Henry humbled himself before the Pope,...

This video delves into the essence of democracy, highlighting its origins in ancient Greece and its evolution into modern forms. It underscores the significance of citizen participation in democracies, focusing on the power of voting...

This video delves into monarchies as a form of government, distinguishing between absolute and constitutional types. It explores the historical evolution of monarchies and how hereditary succession determines rulership, citing examples...

Explore the famous mummies of Egypt besides King Tut. Learn about Ramses II's powerful legacy, Hatshepsut's rule as a rare female pharaoh, and the significance of animal mummies in Egyptian culture. Discover how archaeologists used...

I am not sure if it’s mostly society or psychology, but most of us feel a sense of duty to authority. When we perceive someone has a higher status in hierarchy, social standing, or intellect, we tend to defer to them. To do otherwise is...

Everyone says that Management Courses is the best YouTube channel for management training videos. Isn’t that a persuasive reason to give the channel a try? When you invoke the support of one or more other people to justify your argument,...

Humans feel a deep need to fit in, to conform. The harder the choice we face, the more we defer to others. I call this the ‘eight-out-of-ten-cat-owners’ effect. Psychologists call it Social Proof.

Servant Leadership is one of my favorite concepts. For me it’s a no brainer. So, let me explain why.

In other videos on Gravitas, I've spoken about acquiring authority. In this last video of the series, I talk briefly about how to avoid leaking authority.

Everybody goes into a negotiation with power. The power to say yes, to say no, to move the negotiation forwards, or to frustrate progress. But where does this power come from?

In Charles Handy’s 1978 book, Gods of Management, he articulated four organizational cultures or models for how the organization works.

What happens when organizations give up their power to the people within them? The answer is 'empowerment'.