#67 - Kyle Thiermann: On Personal Responsibility and Political Activism

Kyle Thiermann is a surfer turned activist turned podcaster turned writer...and he embodies the rare capacity of doing them all really well. His focus at present is on political activism for the sake of the planet. When I was a young lad, I was less cynical about our political system, and Kyle is the first person in a while to perk my hopes that our antiquated, bi-partisan system may actually be able to right the ship as we veer towards ecological catastrophe and pathophysiologic meltdown. Kyle is an optimist, and I think we need more optimism in the world, which is why I asked him to come onto the show. This wide-ranging conversation flows from Big Banks, to medicine, to personal responsibility, to psychedelics, and it takes a few pit stops along the way. I hope you'll be as hopeful as I was after speaking with him...Enjoy! 9:30 The MotherFucker awards: celebrating the winners of global ecological catastrophe 18:00 “Tone” is the most critical factor for success in activism 26:00 Can statism solve corporate corruption, medical, ecological, or otherwise? (A civil disagreement)…LOTS covered here, including the role of personal responsibility, courage, activism, and corporate/government restructuring 54:30 Integrity in journalism 60:00 Fast track to enlightenment through psychedelics Links from the show: Kyle Thiermann (website, Instagram, Twitter) Kyle's blog ("Trends with Benefits") at MUD\WTR The MotherFucker Awards Try MUD\WTR, the world's best coffee replacement Griftopia, by Matt Taibi My online store (discounts on many products mentioned in the show) Find me on Instagram @nathanrileyobgyn and my practice at: www.BelovedHolistics.com Sponsored by: FullWell Fertility - Use code BELOVED10 for 10% off the best prenatal vitamin on the market (and check out their vitality and nerve support tonic!) Fit for Birth - With this link, you'll save 20% on personal prenatal exercise coaching (for individuals) or courses to improve your coaching practice (for coaches)! Music by: Labrinth and Preservation Hall Jazz Band --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theholisticobgyn/message