In Part One of this two-part conversation, Ryan Wilson, CEO and Co-Founder of The Gathering Spot, joins Tharon’s Take to break down the role of power and perception in today’s political landscape. We dig into how political optics often drive decision-making, why public trust feels increasingly fragile, and how strategy and messaging can outweigh substance in Washington.
From government shutdowns to performative leadership, this conversation challenges listeners to question what they’re seeing—and who it’s really for. This episode sets the foundation for a deeper discussion on accountability and leadership in Part Two.