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The Leaders and Legends podcast features conversations with fascinating and dynamic men and women whose impact has shaped our knowledge, our world, and us. Join us as we discuss their imprint on our history. The program is hosted by Robert Vane who is principal of Veteran Strategies, Inc., an-Indiana based veteran business enterprise specializing in public outreach, media relations, speechwriting, public speaking, and crisis communications. Learn more at www.veteranstrategies.com

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John Lechleiter, philanthropist and former Eli Lilly CEO

2026/10/26

John Lechleiter, Ph.D., personifies leadership, performance, and caring. He is one of the most successful and impactful visionaries in our state’s history, and he's this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

James Lee McDonough, Author of “Grant: The Making of a Legendary Military Leader"

2026/10/19

Ulysses S. Grant is my favorite general and personality of the American Civil War. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, our guest is James Lee McDonough, and we discuss his new biography, “Grant: The Making of a Legendary Military Leader." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alison Weir, Author of Queens at War: England's Medieval Queens

2026/10/13

Alison Weir has sold more than three million books worldwide & is universally acknowledged as a brilliant interpreter of British history. She is also this week’s special guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. As you will hear, Ms Weir is brilliant, engaging, and possesses an unparalleled understanding of the Tudor Era and its impact. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Scott Dolson, Vice President & Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Indiana University

2026/10/05

He is a Hoosier through and through. Scott Dolson is this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. With special co-host Bill Benner, we discuss hiring Curt Cignetti, the road to the national championship, and Coach Bob Knight’s influence. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Suzanne Jaworowski, Secretary of Energy and Natural Resources and Jon Ford, Executive Director, Indiana Office of Energy Development

2026/09/28

No aspect of Governor Mike Braun’s administration is tackling the critical issues as strongly as Secretary Jaworowski and Director Ford. On this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast, we discuss AI, SPARK, data centers, nuclear power, Governor Braun’s vision, and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Frank Sullivan, former Indiana Supreme Court Justice

2026/09/21

He is one of Indiana’s leading legal scholars, and he is this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Frank Sullivan is such a wonderful public servant that even Rex Early had nice things to say about him. We are joined by our friend Jim Shella for a delightful conversation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rev. Charles Harrison, Senior Pastor of the Barnes United Methodist Church and Board President of the Indianapolis Ten Point Coalition

2026/09/14

He is one of Indianapolis's most courageous leaders, and he’s this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Reverend Charles Harrison is everything you could want in a community leader while also authoring one of the best X accounts I’ve ever followed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim Merritt, author and former Indiana State Senator

2026/08/31

Jim Merritt is one of the good guys. He is also the author of a new book, “Lessons Learned: Are We Ready for the Next Pandemic? History Says No.” Senator Merritt joins Jim Shella and me for a wide-ranging discussion. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chad Frank, mayor of Connersville

2026/08/29

The podcast is telling a different story today—one of resilience, leadership, and community after the floods that devastated parts of Indiana in August. Our special podcast interview today is with Chad Frank, mayor of Connersville, one of the hardest hit regions in the state. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dave Hyde, award-winning sports journalist and Substack commentator

2026/08/24

Dave Hyde is the latest superstar sports journalist to join Substack, and he’s our guest on this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss the mystery that is the WNBA, the current state of college football, and the changes in sports media in recent decades. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tim Brando, award-winning sports journalist and commentator

2026/08/17

After several decades in the booth, Tim Brando is still at the top of his game. He’s also this week’s guest on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. We discuss Caitlin Clark and the WNBA, the college football playoff, Notre Dame’s football future, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Manchin, former United States Senator and author of “Dead Center: In Defense of Common Sense”

2026/08/12

Of all the books being written on this era of politics, none of them strike closer to the truth than “Dead Center: In Defense of Common Sense” by Joe Manchin. He joins the “Leaders and Legends” podcast this week to discuss his book, his career, and the ills facing the American Republic. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Leppert, author, commentator, Hoosier-based savant

2026/08/10

You’ve seen him on TV, you’ve read his books, and now you get to listen to Michael Leppert on the “Leaders and Legends” podcast. Among other topics, Michael discusses writing his new novel, “The Edge of Motherland." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

James M. Scott, author of “Empire of Ashes: Truman, Hirohito, and the Descent into Total War”

2026/08/03

The twin anniversaries of the use of atomic weapons by the United States against Japan are in early August. We visit the deployment of this unprecedented arsenal and the Japanese reaction on this week’s “Leaders and Legends” podcast interview with James M. Scott author of “Empire of Ashes: Truman, Hirohito, and the Descent into Total War” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ed Simcox, former Indiana Secretary of State and author of “In The Room: A Memoir”

2026/07/27

Our special guest this week is one of the most distinguished, respected, and beloved public servants in Indiana history. Ed Simcox joins Jim Shella and me for a revealing and fun discussion of his six-decade career as a Hoosier statesman. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.