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S6E10 - Bobby Seagull (Teacher, Broadcaster, Author)
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Episode Summary
In this compelling episode of The Longest Day Podcast, Leah is joined by the dynamic and insightful Bobby Seagull — a mathematician, educator, and broadcaster. Bobby shares the story of experiencing the shocking collapse of Lehman Brothers as a young trader, and finally confronting personal grief amidst professional responsibilities. Bobby offers profound reflections on resilience, leadership, and finding one’s path.
Key Points
- Inside Lehman Brothers on Collapse Day: Bobby gives a first-hand account of being on the trading floor of Lehman Brothers during its historic 2008 bankruptcy, sharing his memories of chaos, loss, and valuable life lessons.
- Lessons in Resilience and Adaptability: Bobby reflects on how these three experiences taught him to embrace change, balance ambition with flexibility, and find personal fulfillment beyond professional titles.
- Leadership Reflections: Through the lens of his experience at Lehman Brothers, Bobby explores how leadership and organizational culture can impact decision-making and risk management.
Best Quote
"I genuinely believed I would be at that bank forever... but when Lehman Brothers collapsed, I learned that life isn’t a straight line — and that’s okay."
Guest and host information
Find Bobby Seagull here:
- https://www.instagram.com/bobby_seagull
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobby-seagull-77880157/
- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-lNF95OSxTtfnUfTNJdEzg
- https://bobbyseagull.com/
Find Leah Brown FRSA here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-brown-frsa-b71b0844/ and @leahtalks_ on Instagram, TikTok and X.
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