The unpredictable rhythm of life - that's a sentiment Chris Abraham is no stranger to. Episode 52 of Season 5 of "The Chris Abraham Show" takes listeners on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, from the anxiety of an unexpected atrial fibrillation episode to the casual chat with a local at the café.
Atrial fibrillation (or A-fib, as he calls it) isn't something new to Chris. It's been an unwanted companion ever since the heart failure episode he had in 2017. President or not, old or young, A-fib doesn't discriminate, but the unpredictability it brings can shadow even the most exciting plans, like volunteering for the Park Run the next morning. Chris's determination is evident as he brushes off the idea of letting it immobilize him. The power of medicines and a hopeful spirit might just restore the rhythm by 5:00 AM.
Amidst the health scares, Chris takes listeners on an engaging monologue about gluttony. A friendly chat in a café, the temptations of deli meat and cheese late at night, and the consequences of indulgence lead to a series of palpitations and an overworked Garmin watch. The inadvertent mistake reminds Chris, and by extension the listeners, about the importance of self-care, moderation, and being in tune with one's body. The heart has its rhythms, disrupted by the rush of everyday life, be it food, stress, or otherwise.
Continuing his day, Chris drifts into the allure of Arlington, VA, revealing more of his discoveries. From the attractions of Thomas Jefferson School's Community Center to the community libraries, he shares his plans and day-to-day adventures. There's an excitement in his tone as he talks about future endeavors, the possibilities Arlington has to offer, and how he plans to make the most of it. Shifting gears, he delves into the world of television, speaking fondly of Gutfeld and grappling with the dilemma of choosing between streaming services. Hulu TV, YouTube TV, or Sling? Chris seeks guidance from the ether.
With a cheerful demeanor, he dives into the topic of shoes, hinting at his upcoming weekend plans and the challenges of rocky trails in Roosevelt Island. The search for the perfect trail shoe is on, and Chris seems to have found a potential winner in Nike Pegasus Trail Four.
But amidst these daily adventures and decision-making, it's the unwavering spirit of Chris that shines through. Even when faced with an unexpected A-fib episode, he chooses to approach the day with hope, musing over the possibility of it just being a temporary glitch that'll soon correct itself.
Ending the episode, Chris reminds his listeners of the upcoming events, the parkrun, and the highly anticipated No Agenda meet-up. His sign-off, "Mahalo, Chao," serves as a sweet reminder that while life may throw curveballs, it's the little joys, discoveries, and connections that make it all worth it.
S5E21 I'm working so hard to prove to myself I'm not a broken or fragile man and Happy belated Eid al-Adha!
S5E20 Carrying Water for Putin is Mudslinging for Dummies: Unveiling the Tactics of Deflection
S5E19 The Unwavering Libertarian Stand: Unconditional Support for Transgender Rights; Libertarian Support for Transgender People
S5E18 1944 What Fascism in America, Fascists in America, will look like, the famous quote from John T. Flynn's 1944 book As We Go Marching. read by me
S5E18 Cultural Imperialism: From Religious Conversion to Democratic Evangelism; The Parallels of Influence: Analyzing the Spread of Religion and Liberal Democracy
S5E17: Why would Putin wait 25 years to retake former Soviet Bloc nations? How can Putin be both a Genghis Khan-type and also a Jimmy Carter-type concurrently?
S5E16 Will fascism come to America in the name of anti-fascism?
S5E15 The FBI's Surveillance of Civil Rights Leaders and Muslim Americans: A History of Discrimination and Invasion of Privacy
S5E14: The Modern Opt-In Eugenics Movement in the USA: The modern opt-in eugenics movement in the USA is a complex issue with no easy answers
S5E13: Parenting the Public: The Parallels Between Parent-Child Secrets and Government Communication
A Collection of Prayers: Seeking Serenity, Guidance, Comfort, and Peace
S5E11 Concealed Carry Laws in DC, MD, and VA: A Comprehensive Look at Permits, Requirements, and Changes over the Last Decade
S5E10 The Alien Enigma: Unraveling the Conspiracy Theories around Extraterrestrial Life and Secret Space Programs
S5E9 Believing "We're the Baddies" in Ukraine: An Arrestable Offense or a Matter of Free Speech?
S5E8: Are Humanitarians and Climatologists at Odds or in Concert when it Comes to a Sustainable Tomorrow and the Future of Humanity? Without Intervention the World Population May be Only 1 Billion!?!
S5E7: My Hot Take on Abortion
S5E6: The Weaponization of Extreme Trump Hate: The U.S. Government's Striking Course Correction
S5E5: Social Media State of the Art from the Experience of a Very Early Adopter
S5E4: Constant Gardener: am I a Hoarder? Is my endless clutter the result of: childhood trauma? ADHD? Arrested Development? I wish I knew!
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