Episode · The Rich Roll Podcast · 2021-02-04
Books mentioned on Roll On: Merchants Of Chaos
Perhaps you thought 2021 might bring some return to normalcy. So far we have the Capitol insurrection, GameStonk and Jewish Laser Beams.
Rich Roll discussed Voices in the ocean by Susan Casey, Think Again by Adam Grant, and Originals by Adam Grant. Adam Skolnick recommended Bravey by Alexi Pappas.
Books mentioned, in the order they came up
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Voices in the ocean
Voices in the Ocean by Susan Casey is a compelling non-fiction book that explores dolphin intelligence, dolphin consciousness, and the rich history of scientific research surrounding these marine mammals.
Discussed“"Voices in the Ocean", that Susan Casey book, which is about dolphins.”
Where to get it
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Think Again
Think Again by Adam Grant is a behavioral science book that explores the art of rethinking, challenging assumptions, and the power of knowing what you do not know.
Discussed“Anyway, he's got a new book out called, "Think Again".”
Where to get it
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Originals
Originals is a bestselling nonfiction book by Adam Grant that explores how individuals can champion new ideas and spark positive change without unnecessary risk.
Discussed“Like his book "Originals" was all about this.”
Where to get it
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Bravey
Bravey by Alexi Pappas is a candid and inspiring memoir that chronicles the author's journey as an Olympic athlete, filmmaker, and writer while navigating mental health struggles and the pursuit of ambitious goals.
Recommended“Have you checked out our book, "Bravey"?”
Where to get it
Other mentions in this episode (3) — ad reads, self-promotion and passing references, never counted
“After a much-needed break, Roll On returns with my hype man Adam Skolnick, an activist and veteran journalist perhaps best known as David Goggins’ Can’t Hurt Me co-author.”
“Adam has written about adventure sports, environmental issues and civil rights for outlets such as The New York Times, Outside, ESPN, BBC, and Men’s Health. He is the author of One Breath and is currently hard at work on a novel.”
“He's in one breath, in kind of, just an side.”