The true test of leadership comes in times of crisis. In this episode of Arroyo Grande, Raymond Arroyo sits down with presidential historian Talmadge Boston to explore the habits and character traits that defined America’s greatest leaders—from Washington and Jefferson to Lincoln, Reagan, and Trump.

Discover how George Washington’s prudence, Lincoln’s mercy, Jefferson’s vision, Reagan’s optimism, and Trump’s resolve reveal timeless lessons on leadership under pressure. What do these presidents share in common, and what can we learn from their triumphs and flaws today?

📖 Based on Boston’s acclaimed book How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons from Our Top Presidents, this conversation uncovers how presidents turned personal challenges into strengths and how crisis ultimately shaped their legacy.

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