Brian Nutwell
Brian Nutwell is an experienced product, process, and analysis leader. He loves connecting with other people and their passions, taking absolutely everything back to first principles, and waking up each day with the hope of learning something new. He is delighted to join Wonder Tour, to help discover pragmatic leadership lessons in our favorite mythic stories.
Appears in 88 Episodes
Moneyball Pt. 1: How to Win at Unfair Games
⚾️ OverviewIn this episode of Lead Wisely by WonderTour, Brian and Drew explore Moneyball and the game theory behind Billy Beane’s strategy with the Oakland A’s. Learn...
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Pt. 2: Win Hearts (not Arguments)
This week on WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive into Brooklyn Nine-Nine's interrogation episode “The Box” to explore leadership through the lens of game theory. As Jake a...
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Pt. 1: Leadership Tool - The Dojo
In this episode of WonderTour, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz break down the first Halloween Heist episode of Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Season 1, Episode 6) and uncover how Ca...
M:I Dead Reckoning Pt. 2: Trust Overcomes Impossible Odds
In this episode of WonderTour, we continue our Game Theory series by diving into Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning and exploring how Ethan Hunt skillfully builds trus...
M:I Dead Reckoning Pt. 1: Leading with Game Theory
This week, we dive into Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning and uncover the leadership lessons hidden in the world of espionage, deception, and AI-driven chaos. Ethan...
The Queen's Gambit Pt. 2: Learning to Love Losing
In this final episode on The Queen’s Gambit, we explore Beth Harmon’s ultimate transformation—not just as a chess prodigy but as a leader. We wrap up our discussion on...
The Queen's Gambit Pt. 1: The Difference Between a Hero and a Leader
This week on WonderTour, we dive into The Queen’s Gambit to explore how success, structure, and flexibility intersect in leadership. Beth Harmon’s journey from orphan ...
The Mandalorian Pt. 2: How to Lead When You Don't Have Authority
In this episode of WonderTour, we dive into The Mandalorian Season 2, Episode 7, The Believer, and explore the challenges of leading without authority. How does Din Dj...
The Mandalorian Pt. 1: How to Courageously Break Free from a Sinking System
In this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive into The Mandalorian, season 1, episode 3, where Din Djarin faces a profound ethical dilemma. Tasked with deliverin...
Million Dollar Baby Pt. 2: How to Overcome Risk-Aversion That's Holding You Back
In this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive deep into Clint Eastwood’s Million Dollar Baby, exploring its raw portrayal of leadership, vulnerability, and the em...
Million Dollar Baby Pt. 1: Maggie's Leadership Superpower
Join Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz as they step into the emotionally charged world of Million Dollar Baby. This episode of Lead Wisely by WonderTour explores coaching a...
The Martian Pt. 2: Accomplish More By Surrendering Responsibilities
In this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew dive into The Martian to explore the nuanced balance of personal responsibility and surrendering responsibility to others...
The Martian Pt. 1: Lead Better by Taking the Road Less Travelled
In this episode, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz explore The Martian, the Ridley Scott film starring Matt Damon, as a lens for understanding personal responsibility in le...
Kung Fu Panda Pt. 2: How to Adapt When You Aren't Delivering Outcomes
In this episode of WonderTour, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into the legendary world of Kung Fu Panda, shifting the spotlight from Po to Master Shifu. What ...
Kung Fu Panda Pt. 1: Everyone Can Achieve Greatness
This week, Brian and Drew kick off the Trust the Process series by exploring the unlikely yet powerful leadership lessons from the beloved movie Kung Fu Panda. Can any...
Limit Break Framework: Leadership Lessons from Star Wars, LOTR, and More
Join Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz on a transformative journey to discover the principles of magnanimous leadership, inspired by iconic stories and legendary characters...
The Rings of Power Pt. 2: How to Lead Without Manipulation
🎥 Episode Overview:In this riveting conclusion to our villain series, we return to The Rings of Power to explore the complex leadership lessons embodied by Sauron. Fro...
Rings of Power Pt. 1: Sauron's Secrets to Influencing Effectively
In this week’s episode of WonderTour, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz conclude the Villain Series with an in-depth look at the titular villain Sauron, focusing on his por...
Skyfall Pt. 2: How to Lead Wisely When You Feel Betrayed or Abandoned
Welcome to WonderTour! In this riveting episode, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz continue their exploration of leadership qualities through the lens of iconic villains, f...
Skyfall Pt. 1: Simplicity is the Best Strategy
In this episode of Lead Wisely, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into the layered leadership lessons we can learn from Raoul Silva, the antagonist in Skyfall (2...
The Batman Pt. 2: The Riddler and the Superpower of Sacrifice
Welcome to WonderTour! In episode 116, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into the dark, nuanced world of The Batman (2022), focusing on the enigmatic villain, Th...
The Batman Pt. 1: Carmine Falcone and the True Cost of Control
In this episode of WonderTour, Brian and Drew continue their exploration of leadership through the lens of villains. Focusing on Carmine Falcone from The Batman, they ...
Die Hard Pt. 2: Why Plans Fail and How to Adapt
In Episode 114 of WonderTour, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into leadership lessons from the iconic villain Hans Gruber in the classic action film Die Hard....
Die Hard Pt. 1: Why Hans Gruber is a Great Leader
In this episode of WonderTour, hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into leadership lessons from an unexpected source: Hans Gruber, the iconic villain from Die Hard...
Darth Vader Pt. 2: How to Navigate Vaders in your Life
In this episode of WonderTour, we dive deep into leadership lessons from the ultimate villain, Darth Vader. What if the Dark Lord of the Sith was your middle manager? ...
Darth Vader Pt. 1: How Anger and Fear Destroy Good Leaders
In this episode of WonderTour, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz take a deep dive into a brand new series focusing on leadership lessons from some of our favorite villains....
Iron Man Pt. 2: Leadership in the Age of AI
In this episode of *Lead Wisely by Wondertour*, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dive into the Marvel classic *Iron Man* (2008) to explore leadership lessons in an age dom...
Iron Man Pt. 1: Is Tony Stark a Leader?
Hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz dissect Tony’s journey from a self-centered genius to a self-sacrificing hero, questioning if and when he truly becomes a leader.Key...
Oppenheimer Pt. 2: Designing Purpose-Driven Organizations
In this episode of WonderTour, dive deep into the leadership lessons from Christopher Nolan's film, Oppenheimer. Join hosts Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz, along with g...
Oppenheimer Pt. 1: The Fallout of Innovation
In this episode, Brian Nutwell and Drew Paroz, along with special guest nuclear buff David Beltran del Rio, explore leadership lessons from Christopher Nolan's film Op...