A Perfectly Imperfect Union: Reflections on America 250 with Ron Gold

What happens when the life you pictured disappears in an instant?

That's the question Ron Gold has been living with for fifteen years. Ron is a cyclist, coach, and fellow New Jerseyan who, on a bright sunny day, was struck head-on by a driver who fell asleep at the wheel. He woke up paralyzed. And somehow, he found his way back.

In this episode of A Perfectly Imperfect Union, Ron shares what that journey taught him about agency, letting go of "why me," and focusing on what you can control instead of what you can't. That same philosophy shapes how he sees America right now, a country he still believes in, even as he watches too many people choose performance over purpose. His take on Congress is worth the listen alone.

Ron had a question for Joshua, but he didn't show. So I'll paraphrase: What's one way to make your favorite dish healthier?

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