Natan Sharansky: Setting a Vision
Episode Description
In this interview with Israel Knowledge@Wharton, activist and politician Natan Sharansky discusses his experiences as a Soviet dissident, human rights activist and chess champion, and also some leadership lessons he has learned along his unorthodox career path.
Brief Summary
Natan Sharansky discusses his life as a Soviet dissident, prison experiences, and leadership insights.
Key points
- Mr. Shranksky's Journey. A Soviet dissident who became a prominent Israeli politician and human rights activist.
- Chess and Survival. How chess helped him endure his time in prison.
- From Prison to Freedom. His dramatic transition from Soviet prison to life in Israel.
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Episode highlights
- Mr. Shranksky's JourneyA Soviet dissident who became a prominent Israeli politician and human rights activist.“He spent nine years in the gulag, half of it in solitary confinement.”0:45Jun 12, 2013
- Chess and SurvivalHow chess helped him endure his time in prison.“I was playing hundreds and thousands of games in my head.”6:36Jun 12, 2013
- From Prison to FreedomHis dramatic transition from Soviet prison to life in Israel.“I do know what it is to go straight from hell to paradise.”8:39Jun 12, 2013
Tension
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