Episode · The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · 2026-09-07
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Leanne ten Brinke discussed The prince by Niccolò Machiavelli. Steven Bartlett discussed Poisonous People by Leanne ten Brinke.
Books mentioned, in the order they came up
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The prince
The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli is a classic 16th-century political treatise offering a pragmatic, unflinching guide on how political power is acquired, maintained, and wielded.
Discussed“And that is named after Niccolo Machiavelli, who wrote "The Prince", which is kind of how-to manuals like a gain and wield power, collectively.”
Where to get it
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Poisonous People
Poisonous People by Leanne ten Brinke is an insightful guide focused on identifying, resisting, and neutralizing toxic individuals to improve personal well-being and mental health.
Discussed“- And in your book, under the section that says, hard truths, dark personalities persist.”
Where to get it
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Passing Poisonous People
“Drawing from her extensive peer-reviewed research and her eye-opening book, Poisonous People, she shares practical, evidence-based strategies to help you recognize dark personality traits and protect your mental well being.”