The Decade of 2025: Adolescence, Uncertainty, The Crisis of Young Men & Why I Did Psychedelics

Rich Roll

Mar 27, 2025

Episode description

Roll On Returns! Today Rich Roll & Adam Skolnick discuss Rich’s first psychedelic journey, strategies for navigating uncertain times, why Netflix's Adolescence is essential viewing, the crisis facing young men in our digital age, and more. READ MORE 👉🏾http://bit.ly/richroll899
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CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Intro
00:03:32 Catch up & Audience Questions Introduction
00:07:03 Personal Time Off Mic
00:09:06 Impact of LA Fires
00:16:28 Surreal Beginning of 2025
00:17:09 Community and Rebuilding
00:18:25 Real Estate and Insurance Issues
00:19:35 Existential Threats and Climate Change
00:20:19 Engaging with Uncertainty
00:20:58 South by Southwest Experience
00:22:26 Evolution of South by Southwest
00:23:34 The Rise of Podcasters
00:26:46 Michelle Obama's Podcast Launch
00:32:17 AD BREAK
00:35:21 Political Discourse and Podcasting
00:39:11 Understanding Overwhelm and Inaction
00:41:26 Historical Context of Activism
00:42:22 The Dissonance of Change
00:44:07 The Challenge of Governing
00:46:28 Unintended Consequences of Good Intentions
00:48:49 Mindfulness and Present Awareness
00:49:06 Psychedelic Experience Introduction
00:50:00 Context of the Psychedelic Journey
00:50:53 Juxtaposition of Experiences
00:52:11 Elmo Production BTS
00:53:54 Decision to Explore Psychedelics
00:54:57 Profound Insights from the Experience
00:56:21 Exploring Concepts of Love and Identity
00:57:00 Navigating the Edge of Madness
00:58:11 Returning to Reality
00:58:20 Exploring Non-Dualism
00:59:28 Exploring Identity and Sobriety
01:01:50 Psychedelic Experiences and Consciousness
01:04:20 The Nature of Consciousness
01:05:47 Psychedelics in Clinical Settings
01:09:38 Ram Dass and the Nature of Reality
01:11:31 AD BREAK
01:14:14 Adolescence: A New Show Discussion
01:19:57 Discussion on The White Lotus
01:22:09 The One-Shot Format in Adolescence
01:23:57 Technical Challenges of Filming
01:26:03 Themes of Communication and Responsibility
01:27:39 The Impact of Technology on Youth
01:29:16 Parental Reflection and Responsibility
01:31:11 Cultural Commentary on Adolescence
01:34:10 Art as a Catalyst for Change
01:36:19 Acting Excellence in Adolescence
01:37:03 Misogyny and Female Perspectives
01:38:54 Personal Media Diet and Viewing Preferences
01:39:42 Role Models and Conversations with Youth
01:40:33 Discussion on Youth and Parenting Resources
01:42:22 Thoughts on The White Lotus
01:42:42 Personal Experiences in Thailand
01:43:30 Character Development in The White Lotus
01:47:19 Thematic Elements of Identity
01:51:54 Getting Unstuck
01:54:55 Bonnie Choi's New Book On Muscle
01:56:29 Wrap-up and Future Plans


CONNECT WITH RICH
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* * * * *

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Hi I'm Rich Roll. I'm a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, author, podcaster, public speaker & wellness evangelist. But mainly I'm a dad of four. If you want to know more, visit my website or check out these two the NY Times articles:
http://bit.ly/otillonyt
http://bit.ly/vegansglam

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Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

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Episode description

Roll On Returns! Today Rich Roll & Adam Skolnick discuss Rich’s first psychedelic journey, strategies for navigating uncertain times, why Netflix's Adolescence is essential viewing, the crisis facing young men in our digital age, and more. READ MORE 👉🏾http://bit.ly/richroll899
✌🏼🌱 - Rich

This Episode Is Brought To You By…

Seed: Use code RICHROLL25 for 25% OFF your first order 👉🏾https://bit.ly/seedxrrp2025
Squarespace: Use code RichRoll to save 10% off 👉🏾https://bit.ly/squarespace2025
Pique: Get up to 20% OFF plus a FREE rechargeable frother and glass beaker with your first purchase 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/piquerrp
Bragg: Use code RICHROLL for 20% off your first order 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/braggXrrp2025

Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/rrpsponsors

LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST
Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/rrpitunes
Spotify: http://bit.ly/rrpspotify
Google: http://bit.ly/rrpgooglepods

Meal Planner: http://meals.richroll.com
Voicing Change Book: http://richroll.com/vc
Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichRollPodcastClips
Newsletter: http://bit.ly/rollcallemail

CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Intro
00:03:32 Catch up & Audience Questions Introduction
00:07:03 Personal Time Off Mic
00:09:06 Impact of LA Fires
00:16:28 Surreal Beginning of 2025
00:17:09 Community and Rebuilding
00:18:25 Real Estate and Insurance Issues
00:19:35 Existential Threats and Climate Change
00:20:19 Engaging with Uncertainty
00:20:58 South by Southwest Experience
00:22:26 Evolution of South by Southwest
00:23:34 The Rise of Podcasters
00:26:46 Michelle Obama's Podcast Launch
00:32:17 AD BREAK
00:35:21 Political Discourse and Podcasting
00:39:11 Understanding Overwhelm and Inaction
00:41:26 Historical Context of Activism
00:42:22 The Dissonance of Change
00:44:07 The Challenge of Governing
00:46:28 Unintended Consequences of Good Intentions
00:48:49 Mindfulness and Present Awareness
00:49:06 Psychedelic Experience Introduction
00:50:00 Context of the Psychedelic Journey
00:50:53 Juxtaposition of Experiences
00:52:11 Elmo Production BTS
00:53:54 Decision to Explore Psychedelics
00:54:57 Profound Insights from the Experience
00:56:21 Exploring Concepts of Love and Identity
00:57:00 Navigating the Edge of Madness
00:58:11 Returning to Reality
00:58:20 Exploring Non-Dualism
00:59:28 Exploring Identity and Sobriety
01:01:50 Psychedelic Experiences and Consciousness
01:04:20 The Nature of Consciousness
01:05:47 Psychedelics in Clinical Settings
01:09:38 Ram Dass and the Nature of Reality
01:11:31 AD BREAK
01:14:14 Adolescence: A New Show Discussion
01:19:57 Discussion on The White Lotus
01:22:09 The One-Shot Format in Adolescence
01:23:57 Technical Challenges of Filming
01:26:03 Themes of Communication and Responsibility
01:27:39 The Impact of Technology on Youth
01:29:16 Parental Reflection and Responsibility
01:31:11 Cultural Commentary on Adolescence
01:34:10 Art as a Catalyst for Change
01:36:19 Acting Excellence in Adolescence
01:37:03 Misogyny and Female Perspectives
01:38:54 Personal Media Diet and Viewing Preferences
01:39:42 Role Models and Conversations with Youth
01:40:33 Discussion on Youth and Parenting Resources
01:42:22 Thoughts on The White Lotus
01:42:42 Personal Experiences in Thailand
01:43:30 Character Development in The White Lotus
01:47:19 Thematic Elements of Identity
01:51:54 Getting Unstuck
01:54:55 Bonnie Choi's New Book On Muscle
01:56:29 Wrap-up and Future Plans


CONNECT WITH RICH
✩ Website - http://richroll.com​
✩ Rich Roll Podcast - https://richroll.com/all-episodes/
✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/richroll/
✩ Twitter - https://twitter.com/richroll
✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/richrollfans
✩ Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/14443?oq=rich
✩ Memoir: Finding Ultra - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/finding-ultra/
✩ Meals - http://meals.richroll.com​
✩ Cook - The Plantpower Way - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-signed/
✩ Italian! - The Plantpower Way: Italia - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-italia-signed/
✩ Support - https://www.patreon.com/richroll

FILMED AND EDITED BY DAN DRAKE
https://www.dandrake333.com/

* * * * *

NEW TO RICH?
Hi I'm Rich Roll. I'm a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, author, podcaster, public speaker & wellness evangelist. But mainly I'm a dad of four. If you want to know more, visit my website or check out these two the NY Times articles:
http://bit.ly/otillonyt
http://bit.ly/vegansglam

I LOVE MAIL! SEND IT HERE:
2630 Conejo Spectrum St.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

#richroll #richrollpodcast

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