The Rich Roll Podcast Has Cancel Culture Gone Too Far? Plus: Training Principles, Favorite Gear, Listener Questions & More
Aug 6, 2020
The hosts dive into the heated debate around cancel culture, questioning its effects on free speech. They discuss endurance training, emphasizing the importance of building a strong Zone 2 base for athletes. A poignant update on ultrarunner Tommy Rivs highlights the community's support in tough times. Listeners’ questions address living with addiction, navigating self-help addiction, and the changing landscape of public education. Additionally, they explore the balance of personal growth through actions rather than mere consumption of self-help literature.
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Tommy Rivs' Health Update
- Ultra runner Tommy Rivs is battling a rare, aggressive lymphoma.
- He's out of a coma but remains in serious condition, receiving treatment and support.
DHS Failures & Overreach
- The Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) overreach in Portland contrasts with its poor COVID-19 response.
- This raises concerns about the agency's focus and potential misuse of power.
Cancel Culture Debate
- The Harper's Letter highlights growing censoriousness, intolerance of opposing views, and public shaming.
- Critics argue the signees, mostly prominent figures, overstate the threat to free speech.
