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Discussions: 2026-W43 — page 39
Discussions added each week. These are publication dates here; the original episodes may be older.
- 2:24:10–2:28:00
An on-screen source warns against copying the study’s high creatine dose; the speakers then discuss altitude and heat-training routines.
- 51:50–54:40
The speakers discuss endurance and discipline, offering speculative brain-based explanations for pushing through discomfort.
- 1:07:04–1:10:00
The speakers recount dangerous currents and rescue situations, then discuss the risks of unfamiliar beaches.
- 2:20:10–2:24:10
The speakers discuss creatine and sleep deprivation, examine a small study’s reported results and question how far they generalise.
- 2:48–5:03
Edgley recounts his Loch Ness swim, describing hallucinations, cold exposure and a skin infection before being taken to hospital.
- 2:42:00–2:43:37
Rogan argues that extreme swims can change people’s expectations; Edgley says inspiring others does not mean recommending his lifestyle.
- 1:39:35–1:43:20
The speakers compare MMA fighters’ endurance, and Rogan describes his own experience of simulated-altitude training.
- 31:00–35:20
The speakers discuss competing explanations of berserker, a Stamford Bridge story and examples of strength in grappling.
- 2:15:40–2:18:10
Rogan argues that some traits labelled ADHD can help focused work, while acknowledging that some people experience serious difficulties.
- 1:01:50–1:04:00
Rogan describes the Fighting Nerds coach’s use of animal comparisons, including a mongoose and cobra, to explain distance and reactions.
- 2:28:00–2:31:00
The speakers discuss older athletes and speculate about the roles of training, recovery and treatments in sporting longevity.
- 43:08–43:48 · Brief mention
After questioning some tridactyl specimens’ authenticity, the speakers propose DNA testing as a starting point for investigating the remains.
- 54:14–55:07
Richards acknowledges uncertainty about the imagery, then argues that physical differences and cultural preferences support his theory of deliberate breeding.
- 1:52:54–1:53:38
Richards cites DNA when proposing Pacific contact and connects that interpretation to his theory about the Paracas Candelabra.
- 58:14–58:45
Richards describes a GLI3 mouse experiment and attributes skeletal changes and extra digits to the tested variant.
- 2:04:50–2:06:18
Rogan and Richards speculate about extraterrestrial genetic engineering of humans, drawing comparisons with animal engineering and imagined accelerated evolution.
- 43:48–47:02
The speakers examine purported trophy skulls, discuss sacrifice and lost manuscripts, and question whether some displayed objects are replicas.
- 1:29:50–1:33:10
Richards proposes that archaeological controversy can encourage tourism; Rogan challenges that explanation, and the speakers discuss alleged missing remains.
- 2:19:05–2:23:00
The speakers examine the 1909 Grand Canyon cave story, discuss access restrictions and encounter an account identifying missing corroborating evidence.
- 1:50:00–1:52:54
The speakers discuss uncertainty in interpreting symbols, examine Paracas textiles and admire their intricate workmanship and imagery.
- 16:55–17:34 · Brief mention
A sponsor message interrupts the discussion.
- 55:07–57:04
The speakers speculate about social preferences for particular traits, followed by a sponsor message and a comparison with historical fashions.
- 47:02–50:21
The speakers examine skull-sale claims; Richards recounts Comcomly’s remains and proposes that unusual skulls could indicate another human lineage.
- 34:10–38:00
The speakers examine skull images, discuss head shaping and speculate about capacity, eye sockets and possible inherited differences.