Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Fatherhood and Forgiveness With Roy Wood Jr., Plus Ed Zitron Breaks Down the “AI Bubble”
Oct 28, 2025
Roy Wood Jr., a comedian and correspondent for The Daily Show, shares heartfelt insights from his memoir, focusing on fatherhood and the pivotal role of mentors in shaping young lives. He discusses his journey of forgiveness and community impact, emphasizing that every child is a shared responsibility. Ed Zitron, a technology writer, analyzes the current AI boom, questioning whether it’s a transformative force or an overhyped bubble. He dives into the economics of AI, the sustainability of data centers, and the risks investors face as the tech landscape evolves.
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Masculinity Comes From Many Voices
- Roy Wood Jr. wrote The Man of Many Fathers to pass curated life lessons to his son in case he's gone.
- He framed masculinity as learned from many people, not a single father figure.
Document Values For Your Child
- If you worry you'll die before mentoring your child, put values on paper for them to read.
- Use stories from multiple mentors to give practical guidance your child can access later.
Forgiveness Reframes Fatherhood
- Writing the book changed Roy's view of forgiveness toward his father from rage to understanding.
- He focused on finding useful traits in his dad to integrate into his own parenting.
