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WonderTour

Join Drew Paroz and Brian Nutwell on a journey to become better leaders by traveling through fantastic worlds and inspiring lore. We connect leadership concepts to story contexts because it sticks to our brains better.

Careers Movies Business Learning Leadership Story Self-Improvement Education
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
34 minutes
Episodes
144
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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The Dark Knight:  How to Win an Unpredictable Game

The Dark Knight: How to Win an Unpredictable Game

In the Game Theory series finale, Brian and Drew explore how Batman navigates broken models, unpredictable villains, and moral gray zones in The Dark Knight.

Themes:
🔹 When strategy fails, gather intel…

00:24:41  |   Fri 09 May 2025
Moneyball Pt. 2:  How to Lead with Data and Heart

Moneyball Pt. 2: How to Lead with Data and Heart

Billy Beane’s leadership story in Moneyball teaches us that real transformation isn’t just about numbers — it’s about aligning people to a bold new vision. Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz explore how le…

00:21:09  |   Fri 02 May 2025
Moneyball Pt. 1: How to Win at Unfair Games

Moneyball Pt. 1: How to Win at Unfair Games

⚾️ Overview
In this episode of Lead Wisely by WonderTour, Brian and Drew explore Moneyball and the game theory behind Billy Beane’s strategy with the Oakland A’s. Learn how to tackle an unfair game, r…

00:22:58  |   Fri 18 Apr 2025
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Pt. 2:  Win Hearts (not Arguments)

Brooklyn Nine-Nine Pt. 2: Win Hearts (not Arguments)

This week on WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive into Brooklyn Nine-Nine's interrogation episode “The Box” to explore leadership through the lens of game theory. As Jake and Holt face off with a smug sus…

00:21:59  |   Fri 11 Apr 2025
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Pt. 1:  Leadership Tool - The Dojo

Brooklyn Nine-Nine Pt. 1: Leadership Tool - The Dojo

In this episode of WonderTour, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz break down the first Halloween Heist episode of Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Season 1, Episode 6) and uncover how Captain Holt’s unexpected indulgen…

00:23:18  |   Fri 04 Apr 2025
M:I Dead Reckoning Pt. 2:  Trust Overcomes Impossible Odds

M:I Dead Reckoning Pt. 2: Trust Overcomes Impossible Odds

In this episode of WonderTour, we continue our Game Theory series by diving into Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning and exploring how Ethan Hunt skillfully builds trust—even when it seems impossible.…

00:32:37  |   Fri 21 Mar 2025
M:I Dead Reckoning Pt. 1: Leading with Game Theory

M:I Dead Reckoning Pt. 1: Leading with Game Theory

This week, we dive into Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning and uncover the leadership lessons hidden in the world of espionage, deception, and AI-driven chaos. Ethan Hunt’s latest mission puts him …

00:27:25  |   Fri 14 Mar 2025
The Queen's Gambit Pt. 2:  Learning to Love Losing

The Queen's Gambit Pt. 2: Learning to Love Losing

In this final episode on The Queen’s Gambit, we explore Beth Harmon’s ultimate transformation—not just as a chess prodigy but as a leader. We wrap up our discussion on Trusting the Process by asking …

00:29:58  |   Fri 07 Mar 2025
The Queen's Gambit Pt. 1: The Difference Between a Hero and a Leader

The Queen's Gambit Pt. 1: The Difference Between a Hero and a Leader

This week on WonderTour, we dive into The Queen’s Gambit to explore how success, structure, and flexibility intersect in leadership. Beth Harmon’s journey from orphan to chess prodigy teaches us abou…

00:30:25  |   Fri 28 Feb 2025
The Mandalorian Pt. 2: How to Lead When You Don't Have Authority

The Mandalorian Pt. 2: How to Lead When You Don't Have Authority

In this episode of WonderTour, we dive into The Mandalorian Season 2, Episode 7, The Believer, and explore the challenges of leading without authority. How does Din Djarin inspire loyalty from a ragt…

00:33:30  |   Fri 21 Feb 2025
The Mandalorian Pt. 1:  How to Courageously Break Free from a Sinking System

The Mandalorian Pt. 1: How to Courageously Break Free from a Sinking System

In this episode of  WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive into The Mandalorian, season 1, episode 3, where Din Djarin faces a profound ethical dilemma. Tasked with delivering Grogu to the Imperials, he mus…

00:30:18  |   Fri 14 Feb 2025
Million Dollar Baby Pt. 2: How to Overcome Risk-Aversion That's Holding You Back

Million Dollar Baby Pt. 2: How to Overcome Risk-Aversion That's Holding You Back

In this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive deep into Clint Eastwood’s Million Dollar Baby, exploring its raw portrayal of leadership, vulnerability, and the emotional cost of guiding others t…

00:27:23  |   Fri 07 Feb 2025
Million Dollar Baby Pt. 1:  Maggie's Leadership Superpower

Million Dollar Baby Pt. 1: Maggie's Leadership Superpower

Join Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz as they step into the emotionally charged world of Million Dollar Baby. This episode of Lead Wisely by WonderTour explores coaching and mentoring styles of leadershi…

00:26:52  |   Fri 31 Jan 2025
The Martian Pt. 2:  Accomplish More By Surrendering Responsibilities

The Martian Pt. 2: Accomplish More By Surrendering Responsibilities

In this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive into The Martian to explore the nuanced balance of personal responsibility and surrendering responsibility to others. What does it take to lead effe…

00:27:02  |   Fri 24 Jan 2025
The Martian Pt. 1:  Lead Better by Taking the Road Less Travelled

The Martian Pt. 1: Lead Better by Taking the Road Less Travelled

In this episode, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz explore The Martian, the Ridley Scott film starring Matt Damon, as a lens for understanding personal responsibility in leadership. Through the story of M…

00:31:29  |   Fri 17 Jan 2025
Kung Fu Panda Pt. 2: How to Adapt When You Aren't Delivering Outcomes

Kung Fu Panda Pt. 2: How to Adapt When You Aren't Delivering Outcomes

In this episode of WonderTour, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into the legendary world of Kung Fu Panda, shifting the spotlight from Po to Master Shifu. What does Shifu’s journey teach us ab…

00:27:48  |   Fri 10 Jan 2025
Kung Fu Panda Pt. 1:  Everyone Can Achieve Greatness

Kung Fu Panda Pt. 1: Everyone Can Achieve Greatness

This week, Brian and Drew kick off the Trust the Process series by exploring the unlikely yet powerful leadership lessons from the beloved movie Kung Fu Panda. 

Can anyone really be great? This episod…

00:24:44  |   Fri 03 Jan 2025
Limit Break Framework:  Leadership Lessons from Star Wars, LOTR, and More

Limit Break Framework: Leadership Lessons from Star Wars, LOTR, and More

Join Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz on a transformative journey to discover the principles of magnanimous leadership, inspired by iconic stories and legendary characters. In this special episode of Lea…

00:32:24  |   Fri 27 Dec 2024
The Rings of Power Pt. 2: How to Lead Without Manipulation

The Rings of Power Pt. 2: How to Lead Without Manipulation

🎥 Episode Overview:
In this riveting conclusion to our villain series, we return to The Rings of Power to explore the complex leadership lessons embodied by Sauron. From his cunning disguises as Halbr…

00:33:16  |   Fri 06 Dec 2024
Rings of Power Pt. 1:  Sauron's Secrets to Influencing Effectively

Rings of Power Pt. 1: Sauron's Secrets to Influencing Effectively

In this week’s episode of WonderTour, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz conclude the Villain Series with an in-depth look at the titular villain Sauron, focusing on his portrayal in The Rings of Power Sea…

00:30:39  |   Fri 29 Nov 2024
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