Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman on Having the Courage to Do the Right Thing

<p>On today’s episode of the podcast Ryan speaks with Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman about his book <a href="https://geni.us/0KwF3B" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Here, Right Matters</em></a>, the difference between physical and moral courage, the importance of cultivating perspective and confidence, how one individual can change the course of history, and more.</p><p>Alexander Semyon Vindman is a retired United States Army lieutenant colonel who was the Director for European Affairs for the United States National Security Council (NSC) until he was reassigned on February 7, 2020. Vindman came to national attention in October 2019 when he testified before the United States Congress regarding the Trump–Ukraine scandal. His testimony provided evidence that resulted in a charge of abuse of power in the impeachment of Donald Trump.</p><p>Pre-orders are available for Ryan Holiday’s new book&nbsp;<a href="https://dailystoic.com/preorder" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>Courage Is Calling: Fortune Favors The Brave</em></strong></a>&nbsp;- check it out at&nbsp;<a href="https://dailystoic.com/preorder" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://dailystoic.com/preorder</a></p><p><a href="http://athleticgreens.com/stoic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Athletic Greens</a> is a custom formulation of 75 vitamins, minerals, and other whole-food sourced ingredients that make it easier for you to maintain nutrition in just a single scoop. It tastes great and gets you the nutrients you need, whether you're working on the go, fueling an active lifestyle, or just maintaining your good health. Visit <a href="http://athleticgreens.com/stoic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">athleticgreens.com/stoic</a> to get a FREE year supply of Liquid Vitamin D + 5 FREE Travel Packs with subscription.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://uprisingfood.com/stoic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Uprising Food</a> have cracked the code on healthy bread. Only 2 net carbs per serving