ROLL ON: Alt Media, Streaming Rec’s, AMA, & The Truth About Transformation
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Oct 3, 2024
Join two hosts as they dive into Adam’s hilarious swimming lessons and the world of baseball's bright star, Shohei Ohtani. They reflect on a transformative trip to Paris during the Olympics and navigate media skepticism amid recent controversies. Lively discussions on standout TV shows, the art of interviews, and the ethics of aging add a thought-provoking twist. From luxury grocery store escapades to the intriguing dynamics of sports accountability, this convo is packed with humor and insight!
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Swimply Story
Adam Skolnick discusses teaching his son Zuma to swim.
They utilize Swimply, an Airbnb for backyard pools, for lessons.
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Ohtani's Accomplishments
Adam Skolnick explains Shohei Ohtani's baseball prowess.
Ohtani excels as both a pitcher and hitter, a rare feat since Babe Ruth.
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Parisian Life
Rich Roll recounts his family's month-long stay in Paris during the Olympics.
He enjoyed living like a local and navigating the city.
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Adam and I are back on the mics for another rollicking “Roll On”—ready to dissect the kaleidoscope of experiences that have colored our recent existence!
We free dive into Adam’s aquatic adventures with Zuma, the Shohei Ohtani mania, my transformative Olympic journey in Paris, my unexpected connections to Netflix’s “Monsters,” streaming gems that caught our eye, and the compelling story of “Maya and the Wave.” Plus, we wade into media controversies, ponder the enigma of personal change, and more.
Time to catch up, folks! Tune in for this unvarnished exploration of life’s vicissitudes.