Against the Rules with Michael Lewis

Episode 2: The Art of the Untold Story

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Apr 5, 2022
Joe Blustein shares his harrowing tale of survival after falling overboard in the Pacific, navigating the mental and physical challenges of being adrift. Alongside Art Allen, an oceanographer with the Coast Guard, they discuss mathematical models that revolutionize search and rescue operations. Both highlight how such expertise often goes unrecognized, despite its life-saving impact. Their stories underscore the resilience of the human spirit and the urgent need to appreciate and share the vital contributions of unsung heroes in crisis situations.
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ANECDOTE

Lost at Sea

  • Joe Blustein fell off a boat while fishing near Marina Del Rey.
  • He was alone, without a life vest, and watched the boat disappear.
INSIGHT

Unsung Heroes

  • Max Steyer created the SAMMIES to recognize unsung heroes in government.
  • He aims to highlight important work that often goes unnoticed.
ANECDOTE

Desperate Measures

  • While adrift at sea, Joe Blustein tried to inflate his shorts for flotation.
  • Exhausted, he considered drowning himself but was strengthened by prayer.
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