
Sign up to save your podcasts
Or
Today on The Servant Leadership Podcast, we’re joined by Rich Lowry—Editor-in-Chief of National Review and one of the most influential voices in American media and culture. For decades, Rich has helped shape the national conversation, leading a publication founded by William F. Buckley Jr. and dedicated to timeless conservative values. Under his leadership, National Review has expanded across print, digital, video, and podcast platforms—engaging millions with thoughtful commentary and debate.
In this episode, Rich unpacks how conviction, clarity, and humility shape the way he leads in an increasingly noisy world. He shares how servant leadership shows up in media and politics, how to handle criticism with grace, and what it means to pursue truth in a culture of constant opinion. Whether you’re leading a team, raising a family, or navigating culture with conviction, this conversation will challenge how you think about truth, influence, and what it really means to lead well.
Timestamps:
00:00 Rich Lowry's Intro
00:54 Welcome Rich Lowry
01:05 Rich Explains National Review
01:40 Rich's Role at National Review
02:14 Shaping What Culture Looks Like
03:20 The Faster Pace of News Cycles
04:56 National Review Content Creation
05:51 Leadership Characteristics In Politics
08:17 Servant Leadership In Politics Today
09:50 Servant Leadership Role In Media
11:25 Rich's Approach To Interviewing
12:40 Rich's Approach To Writing Books
14:54 Today's Cultural Change - Hopeful or Hopeless?
18:02 National Review's Perspective On Pursuing Truth
19:39 Keeping Team Morale High
21:09 Dealing With Failure and Criticism
23:20 Encouraging Others To Use Their Influence
24:46 Constructive Ways To Engage In Debate
26:25 Approaching Tough Conversations
28:28 Major Leadership Principles Learned Since Becoming Editor-In-Chief
29:42 Dealing With Stress
31:42 10-Rapid-Fire Questions
33:40 Closing
Links for Rich Lowry:
National Review: https://www.nationalreview.com/
The Editor's Podcasts: https://www.nationalreview.com/podcasts/
Rich Lowry's Books: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Rich-Lowry/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ARich%2BLowry
Servant Leadership:
URL: https://servantleadershippodcast.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ServantLeadershipPodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/servantleadershippodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/servant-leadership-podcast/
X (Twitter): https://x.com/servant_podcast
Today on The Servant Leadership Podcast, we’re joined by Rich Lowry—Editor-in-Chief of National Review and one of the most influential voices in American media and culture. For decades, Rich has helped shape the national conversation, leading a publication founded by William F. Buckley Jr. and dedicated to timeless conservative values. Under his leadership, National Review has expanded across print, digital, video, and podcast platforms—engaging millions with thoughtful commentary and debate.
In this episode, Rich unpacks how conviction, clarity, and humility shape the way he leads in an increasingly noisy world. He shares how servant leadership shows up in media and politics, how to handle criticism with grace, and what it means to pursue truth in a culture of constant opinion. Whether you’re leading a team, raising a family, or navigating culture with conviction, this conversation will challenge how you think about truth, influence, and what it really means to lead well.
Timestamps:
00:00 Rich Lowry's Intro
00:54 Welcome Rich Lowry
01:05 Rich Explains National Review
01:40 Rich's Role at National Review
02:14 Shaping What Culture Looks Like
03:20 The Faster Pace of News Cycles
04:56 National Review Content Creation
05:51 Leadership Characteristics In Politics
08:17 Servant Leadership In Politics Today
09:50 Servant Leadership Role In Media
11:25 Rich's Approach To Interviewing
12:40 Rich's Approach To Writing Books
14:54 Today's Cultural Change - Hopeful or Hopeless?
18:02 National Review's Perspective On Pursuing Truth
19:39 Keeping Team Morale High
21:09 Dealing With Failure and Criticism
23:20 Encouraging Others To Use Their Influence
24:46 Constructive Ways To Engage In Debate
26:25 Approaching Tough Conversations
28:28 Major Leadership Principles Learned Since Becoming Editor-In-Chief
29:42 Dealing With Stress
31:42 10-Rapid-Fire Questions
33:40 Closing
Links for Rich Lowry:
National Review: https://www.nationalreview.com/
The Editor's Podcasts: https://www.nationalreview.com/podcasts/
Rich Lowry's Books: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Rich-Lowry/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ARich%2BLowry
Servant Leadership:
URL: https://servantleadershippodcast.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ServantLeadershipPodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/servantleadershippodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/servant-leadership-podcast/
X (Twitter): https://x.com/servant_podcast