In this first of a two-part exploration, Andrew and Ellen delve into the rise, and rapid unraveling of Anakin Skywalker. Once the galaxy’s most promising Jedi, Anakin’s story is a masterclass in unfulfilled potential and emotional volatility. From his precocious brilliance and battlefield instincts to his catastrophic lack of emotional regulation, we unpack how the Jedi Order’s rigid system, flawed mentorship, and poor support structure created a perfect storm for his downfall.

Was Anakin doomed from the start, or simply failed by those around him? And could the right mentor (or executive coach) have saved him from turning to the dark side?