Episode · The Rich Roll Podcast · 2020-08-03
Books mentioned on Mirna Valerio: Shattering Stereotypes, Redefining Running & Confronting Racism in The Outdoors
When you hear the words “professional runner” what image pops into your head? Most likely it's some version of a skinny white male in tiny shorts.
Rich Roll recommended A beautiful work in progress by Mirna Valerio, and discussed White Fragility by Dr. Robin DiAngelo. Mirna Valerio discussed How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi.
Books mentioned, in the order they came up
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White Fragility
White Fragility by Dr.
Discussed“i was reading i just pulled up this article i don't know if you saw it um that was in the new york times sunday magazine about robin d'angelo's work did you it's like this long read article about white fragility is everywhere”
Where to get it
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How to Be an Antiracist
How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X.
Discussed“you read how to be anti-racist”
Where to get it
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A beautiful work in progress
A Beautiful Work in Progress by Mirna Valerio is a compelling memoir chronicling the author's journey as an ultramarathon runner, educator, and activist challenging conventional body image stereotypes in athletics.
Recommended“we didn't even talk about your book we talked about it last time but a beautiful work in progress which is a beautiful book you did an amazing job on that book i highly suggest everybody check that out”
Where to get it
Other mentions in this episode (1) — ad reads, self-promotion and passing references, never counted
Plugged A beautiful work in progress
“she's also a juilliard trained opera singer as well as an author of a great book called a beautiful work in progress”