Sobering Persuasion Insights from Revenge of the Sith — Daily Persuasion with Joshua Lisec Ep. 223

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If you wanted power—what would you do to get it? And more hauntingly… what wouldn’t you do?

That’s the sobering question at the heart of Daily Persuasion with Joshua Lisec Ep. 223: Sobering Persuasion Insights from Revenge of the Sith. In this gripping episode, bestselling author and certified hypnotist Joshua Lisec breaks down the hidden persuasion psychology behind one of the most powerful cinematic stories of our time—Revenge of the Sith—now back in theaters for its 20th anniversary.

With over 98 nonfiction books to his name and the viral success of the Unhumans book, Lisec takes a deeper look at how Star Wars: Episode III is more than just a space opera—it’s a masterclass in self-persuasion, persuasive techniques, and the dark art of acquiring absolute power. This isn’t your average Revenge of the Sith movie review. This is a warning.

Why did the Sith win? Because they were willing to do anything to win. And the Jedi… weren’t.

That’s the key theme Lisec unpacks in Sobering Persuasion Insights from Revenge of the Sith. If you’ve ever wondered how good people lose to evil, or why evil seems so persuasive, this Daily Persuasion episode delivers answers—uncomfortably honest ones. You’ll learn how the Sith used persuasion techniques not unlike real-world political movements that escalate rhetoric, manipulate media, and shape public perception through repeated persuasion examples.

Think that’s just sci-fi fantasy? Think again. Lisec draws parallels between Palpatine’s rise and modern political actors who practice real-life examples of persuasion in advertising and social influence to win without compromise. In fact, this Revenge of the Sith reaction reveals a chilling truth: only one side in most conflicts is willing to pay any price to gain power. The other side—usually principled, hesitant, or concerned with optics—loses.

This brings us to one of the most powerful insights of the episode: “If you wanted power, what would you do to get it?”
That’s the exact question Lisec dares viewers to confront. It’s not just about politics or Palpatine. It’s about you. In one of the most unforgettable moments of the episode, Lisec describes how influencers were actually paid to promote soft drinks using subtle propaganda disguised as content—and how some sold their authenticity for just $1,000. This real-world example of persuasion in advertising ties directly into Lisec’s larger message about self-persuasion, ethics, and the true cost of influence.

If you’ve ever wanted to understand how to persuade someone to do something, this episode explores not just the how, but the why—and the price. You'll see how techniques of persuasion in writing, in storytelling, and even in political campaigns follow similar mechanics: frame control, moral justification, and narrative repetition.

Whether you’re a writer, leader, creator, or simply someone trying to navigate modern propaganda, Ep. 223 gives you the tools to stay conscious in a world filled with subconscious messaging.

And while there’s technically no call to action in this episode, Lisec slyly inserts one anyway. (It’s a lesson in persuasive techniques all by itself.) He invites viewers to dive deeper by reading Unhumans, a book that further explores the weaponization of mass influence—and how to defend against it. It's one of the most powerful call to action examples you’ll see without realizing it’s even a CTA.

Want to learn how evil persuades? Want to protect your mind from manipulation? Want to answer that nagging question: If you wanted power, what would you do to get it?

Then this episode is your mirror.

Watch Daily Persuasion Ep. 223: Sobering Persuasion Insights from Revenge of the Sith now. And remember: evil wins when good won’t play the game.