193: Peloton and soft power
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Eugene and Charis discuss an essay by Sherry Ansari published in Culture study on how Peloton provides fitness with a “Health At Every Ability” attitude. They also talk about the waning UK soft power and how soft power is growing for other countries. 00:06:18 Peloton 00:23:01 Soft power What It Means to Ride at Any Ability by Sherry Ansari Harrods CEO on the threat to London’s cultural status by Sarah Shannon What makes a cultural superpower? by Noah Smith Support us at patreon.com/maekan and join our community, which includes weekly newsletters and a vibrant Discord. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/maekanitup/message
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