Natalia Petrzela

Natalia Petrzela, historian and fitness instructor who studies America’s exercise obsession. Marcus Collins, marketing professor who researches how culture shapes behavior. They define what culture is and how it spreads. They explain why fitness became a craze yet many stay inactive. They trace cultural moments, show how ideas tip into the mainstream, and offer ways people form lasting habits.

Dr. Natalia Petrzela, a historian of American fitness, and Dax-Devlon Ross, a civil rights educator, dive into the troubling ties between racism and wellness culture. They discuss the fallout from controversial wellness influencers and the historical roots of fitness ideologies that promote systemic inequalities. The conversation highlights the dangers of individualistic narratives in spiritual discourse, emphasizing the need for collective healing and empathy. Their insights shed light on the pervasive issues of racial dynamics within the wellness industry today.

Explore RFK Jr.'s appeal to young men, the link between masculinity and conspiracy theories, his proposed fitness camps for troubled youth, and controversies surrounding his image. Dive into the intersection of populism, fitness, and American history with Natalia Petrzela.