Angela Merkel
chancellor of Germany from 2005 to 2021 (born 1954)
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Videos Mentioning Angela Merkel
Stephen Kotkin: Putin, Stalin, Hitler, Zelenskyy, and War in Ukraine | Lex Fridman Podcast #289
Lex Fridman
Former Chancellor of Germany, associated with the 'change through trade' (Wandel durch Handel) strategy, which proved illusory in managing authoritarian regimes like Russia.
Elizabeth Day Opens Up About Heartbreak, Miscarriage & Failure | E77
The Diary Of A CEO
Former German Chancellor praised by Elizabeth Day for her transparency and ability to apologize and admit being wrong, which is seen as a refreshing quality in a leader.
Nicole Perlroth: Cybersecurity and the Weapons of Cyberwar | Lex Fridman Podcast #266
Lex Fridman
Former Chancellor of Germany, who was justifiably upset that the US NSA had hacked her cell phone, highlighting the impact of surveillance even on allied leaders.
The Secret To Loving Your Work with Bruce Daisley | E66
The Diary Of A CEO
Commented that she felt uncomfortable with Twitter's decision to de-platform Donald Trump.
Joscha Bach: Nature of Reality, Dreams, and Consciousness | Lex Fridman Podcast #212
Lex Fridman
Used as an example of an agent acting on behalf of a nation-state like Germany.
Spotting Ecommerce Trends in Shipping Data - Laura Behrens Wu
Y Combinator
Former Chancellor of Germany, admired by Laura Behrens Wu for her strong principles, leadership style, and authenticity as a female leader.
Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy | Lex Fridman Podcast #175
Lex Fridman
Former German Chancellor, mentioned as a strong female leader but compared to Elizabeth I, suggesting Elizabeth I was unmatched in historical impact.
Former FBI Agent: If They Do This Please RUN! Narcissists Favourite Trick To Control You!
The Diary Of A CEO
Former German Chancellor, mentioned as someone who frequently used the 'steeple' gesture to convey confidence.
Ben Shapiro: Politics, Kanye, Trump, Biden, Hitler, Extremism, and War | Lex Fridman Podcast #336
Lex Fridman
Former German Chancellor, mentioned in a joke by Zelenskyy about Ukraine's potential NATO membership.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Returns | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Described as one of the greatest and most effective leaders in Germany, mentioned as a woman who does not see herself as a woman in her leadership role.
The Man Who Predicted the Iran War 2 Years Ago Says We're Already in Phase Two — And There's No Exit
Tom Bilyeu
Former German Chancellor who, in 2014, opened Germany's borders to millions of refugees, a policy viewed critically by the speaker for potentially leading to national suicide for Europe.
Michael Malice: Anarchy, Democracy, Libertarianism, Love, and Trolling | Lex Fridman Podcast #128
Lex Fridman
German Chancellor, famously trolled by Vladimir Putin due to her fear of dogs.