Alan Cohn, Peabody & Emmy Award-winning Journalist and CEO of Term Limit the Court
Braving Business: Tales of Entrepreneurial Resilience and Courage in the Face of Adversity
Tal J Zlotnitsky
4.9 • 1.5K Ratings
🗓️ 24 October 2023
⏱️ 69 minutes
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Episode Show Notes: Alan Cohn: From Newsrooms to Non-ProfitsSummary:Join us in this compelling episode with Alan Cohn, a Peabody and Emmy Award-winning journalist turned political figure, entrepreneur, and advocate for Supreme Court reform. His extensive career offers unique perspectives on public service, the media landscape, politics, and now the non-profit sector, making for a rich and diverse conversation. From tales of investigative journalism to the challenges of political campaigns, Alan's insights are bound to intrigue and inspire.Highlights:
Alan's Dynamic Journey: Explore Alan's transition from an award-winning journalist uncovering critical stories to founding AMC Strategic Communications, running for Congress, and now leading the non-profit, Term Limit the Court.
Into the World of Politics: Alan shares the intricacies of running a political campaign, likening it to operating a business and emphasizing the importance of strategic communications and networking.
Championing Supreme Court Reform: Delve into the mission of Term Limit the Court and the potential implications of term limits on Supreme Court Justices.
Challenges & Triumphs: Hear firsthand accounts of the obstacles faced in both journalism and politics, and the strategies employed to overcome them.
Resilience & Motivation: Drawing inspiration from Rocky Balboa, Alan underscores the significance of persistence, resilience, and moving forward, no matter the setbacks.
Behind the Scenes: Get a glimpse of Alan's personal life, from the exciting journey of his son Aaron as a pitcher in the Oakland A's organization to the influences behind Alan's diverse career choices.
Looking Ahead: Stay updated on the recent initiatives of Term Limit the Court, and the strides being made towards Supreme Court reform.
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