#412 - Zack Telander - Doping Scandals & Olympics Corruption
Modern Wisdom
Corruption in Weightlifting: A Deep Dive
This chapter explores the rampant corruption in weightlifting, focusing on a Moldovan team doctor's fraudulent practices and the pressures athletes face to comply with doping regimes. It critiques the integrity of regulatory bodies, particularly the IOC, and discusses the implications of recent doping scandals on the future of the sport. The conversation underscores the need for equitable policies to protect clean athletes and the moral dilemmas surrounding performance-enhancing drug use among younger competitors.
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