Entrepreneurship meets ethics in this thought-provoking episode as we explore "The Ethics of Speaking Out: Lessons for Entrepreneurs." Our guest shares candid insights on navigating politically charged landscapes, the responsibilities of public figures, and the challenges of advocating for decency across divides. From structured debates to the pitfalls of modern discourse, this conversation dives into the nuances of speaking up in polarized times. Whether you're an entrepreneur, content creator, or changemaker, this episode offers valuable lessons on balancing authenticity with strategy in today's complex world. Don't miss this engaging dialogue packed with real-world examples and transformative insights! 💥 What You’ll Learn: 👉 Why Luke left sports media for politics 👉 His reaction to Charlie Kirk’s killing — “unconscionable” 👉 The truth about Trump’s “crime emergency” powers 👉 How DC became a surveillance state 👉 Why Joe Rogan stopped challenging power 👉 Israel–Palestine: humanity vs hate 👉 Why pro sports ≠ health and safety CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Luke Thomas on Charlie Kirk 00:35 - Introduction to the Discussion 01:33 - Fear of Speaking Out in Public 03:26 - The State of Debate Culture 06:21 - Recent Events Explained 10:11 - Current Situation in Washington DC 17:16 - Israel-Palestine Conflict Analysis 22:35 - Joe Rogan's Impact on Media 27:08 - Understanding Conspiracy Theories 33:50 - Government Spending Transparency Issues 38:00 - Steroid Use in Sports 42:50 - Anti-Doping Systems and Their Impact 46:40 - LeBron James and Steroid Allegations 49:20 - Power Slap Overview 53:26 - How to Connect with Luke Thomas APPLY TO BE ON THE PODCAST: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application BUSINESS INQUIRIES/SPONSORS: [email protected] GUESTS : Luke Thomas https://www.instagram.com/lukethomasnews/ SPONSORS: THERASAGE: https://therasage.com/ LISTEN ON: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 Sean Kelly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmikekelly/ The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. While we encourage open and honest conversations, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and consult professionals for advice where appropriate. Content on this podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. We have done our best to present the facts as we see them, however, we make no guarantees or promises regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided. In addition, the views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the producers of this program. 📢 SEO Keywords: luke thomas interview, digital social hour, sean kelly podcast, charlie kirk death, luke thomas politics, trump national guard dc, dc lockdown, emergency powers, palantir surveillance, data theft, doge program, israel palestine 2025, joe rogan change, rogan spear, mma to politics, debate culture, political polarization #debateculture #ethicaldilemmas #politicaldebates #debatecultureinsights #sportsmediacommentary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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i did feel a duty to say as someone who occupy a space to political adversary of someone like charlie kirk i did feel the need to come out and be very very clear that i think what happened to him is unconscionable a horror in no way defensible counteractive to the political project that all of us are trying to move forward like it's bad bad bad bad unethical bad disastrous i think it's important that people of all political persuasions make a very clear statement about that in public
Okay, guys, we are in Las Vegas. We got someone as tall as me today. We got Luke Thomas in the building. What's up, man? Thank you for having me. Yeah, I know you've transitioned into politics about four months ago, right? Yeah, give or take, something like that. Sometime around the new year. Yeah, what sparked that move?
Because prior to that, you were talking about fighting combat sports, right?
I think a few things. I would say, in part, the state of the sports media business is in decline. It's slow. It's not automatic, but you can kind of see where it's all headed. And so partly a recognition about like what opportunities are going to be there going forward.
But the other part, I mean, on the political side was just that, um, I mean, Trump got elected or he got elected obviously in November, but he was inaugurated in late January and, you know, uh, he has not been idle. He has been quite busy. And I think there was just a lot of things I saw that I didn't care for that I wanted to say something about.
When you were covering sports, did you ever feel like you were scared to speak up about politics?
not really no i don't think that that i mean don't get me wrong i've recognized that there can be a cost to be paid for it which is a separate consideration about whether or not i was afraid but if you're asking yes like can you say things in the course of just ordinary covering sports that at times can be flagged as either perceived as political or even if you have to weigh in on some kind of political dimension can that get you into trouble it can
It can. Not always. I don't want to say it's a every time thing, but it can. Certain things you can speak out about will absolutely get you a call from HR or your editor or whoever the relevant authority is.
That's why I actually respect Stephen A. Smith because he's taken that leap too recently. He's covering a lot of politics.
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