such is the way of the world. listening to any kind of "news" these days over any subject is completely worthless.
I listened to his first podcast with Shelby a long time ago, well, some of it.
Dude's like 15. I'm not trying to be mean, but he's clearly simping for her or doesn't know any better.
I think it's worse that a full-grown adult is going on a podcast with a child to spread their lies. The kid's got some learning to do and can hopefully learn to think critically as he matures. Shelby, on the other hand, is just an embarrassment at this point and shows how immature and naive many pro runners are.
For people who don't click links (or use Spotify), this podcast was on "The Running Effect" with Dominic Schluter (sp?).
He has a good relationship with Shelby, so I assume it won't be a "hard hitting" interview. I haven't listened yet...
Yes Dominic is smart, listens to Professor Rekrunner and knows that she is innocent. She only got banned because of a corrupt prosecution using corrupt scientists in front of corrupt judges.
but...we are all aware that we have a history of cheering on dopers once the suspension is up right? So why should this be any different? ALL these athletes are under immense pressure to take these substances as "just part of competition". They don't want to, they need to because everyone else is. So for me, I guess I will root for her as someone rising from the ashes but glad she had to serve suspension. Doping is not the same as getting on a train and cheating. It's the accepted culture and people get dragged into once they see lesser athletes passing them by and everyone turning a blind eye. It's cynical, but that's what it is. Im in favor of smacking them with long suspensions, but I wonder if they are all "bad people".
but...we are all aware that we have a history of cheering on dopers once the suspension is up right? So why should this be any different? ALL these athletes are under immense pressure to take these substances as "just part of competition". They don't want to, they need to because everyone else is. So for me, I guess I will root for her as someone rising from the ashes but glad she had to serve suspension. Doping is not the same as getting on a train and cheating. It's the accepted culture and people get dragged into once they see lesser athletes passing them by and everyone turning a blind eye. It's cynical, but that's what it is. Im in favor of smacking them with long suspensions, but I wonder if they are all "bad people".
I don't really think cheating in this sport, in this day and age, makes you a "bad" person. I never cheated, granted I was far from elite, but, like, I get it. Seemingly everyone's doing it.
What makes me think you're a bad person is going on the only podcast that will entertain your voice, one hosted by a teenager, to let you say whatever dumb sh!t you want. What makes me think you're a bad person is doing a Lance-style "you're all dumb and wrong" media tour that all these athletes and coaches do. If people accepted their bans with a touch of humility, I wouldn't really think one bit less of them. Instead we get guys like Salazar who swing Nike's corporate power around to get someone DQd because they didn't like how the race unfolded. Now that makes you a bad person.
but...we are all aware that we have a history of cheering on dopers once the suspension is up right? So why should this be any different? ALL these athletes are under immense pressure to take these substances as "just part of competition". They don't want to, they need to because everyone else is. So for me, I guess I will root for her as someone rising from the ashes but glad she had to serve suspension. Doping is not the same as getting on a train and cheating. It's the accepted culture and people get dragged into once they see lesser athletes passing them by and everyone turning a blind eye. It's cynical, but that's what it is. Im in favor of smacking them with long suspensions, but I wonder if they are all "bad people".
I listened to the interview this morning. I have some mixed feelings about it. Dominic mentions early in the pod that it's his show and he has the right to interview whomever he wants. That's fair. What I didn't like was his cheerleading for her, and calling out her "haters." So I'm considered a "hater" because she tested positive, fought the charges and lost, and I consider her a cheater? Don't fault running fans for considering her a cheater after she tested positive, provided a bizarre excuse, and lost all cases.
I listened to the interview this morning. I have some mixed feelings about it. Dominic mentions early in the pod that it's his show and he has the right to interview whomever he wants. That's fair. What I didn't like was his cheerleading for her, and calling out her "haters." So I'm considered a "hater" because she tested positive, fought the charges and lost, and I consider her a cheater? Don't fault running fans for considering her a cheater after she tested positive, provided a bizarre excuse, and lost all cases.
Yup, and I have the right to unfollow and stop listening to your podcast. I think he's had her on at least 3 times.
I feel bad, but I cringe a little when I see big names agreeing to be interviewed on his show.
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