Profiles in Leadership | Joe Myers & Gary Gildin
In this episode of Penn State Dickinson Law’s “Profiles in Leadership” series, I had the pleasure of speaking with Joe Myers and my colleague Gary Gildin about the art of persuasion. Joe Myers is an award-winning filmmaker, an experienced designer, and an inventor. Gary Gildin, with a distinguished career as a civil litigator and educator, is an expert in trial advocacy and persuasion in the legal context.
We explored the dynamics of persuading judges versus juries, debated whether truth is contingent upon the skill of the storyteller, and discussed practical ways to apply persuasion in both life and professional practice. We also delved into the role of persuasion in academic leadership, drawing on Gary’s experiences while serving as dean at Dickinson Law, and concluded with reflections on the future direction of persuasive strategies. The episode offers a fascinating exploration of how persuasion operates across the realms of filmmaking and law and underscores its significance in effective communication, storytelling, and professional life.
