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Swimming Against the Current
- Fighting for Common Sense in a World That's Lost Its Mind
- Narrated by: Riley Gaines
- Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins
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Summary
America’s most sought-after voice in the fight to save female sports shares her unbelievable story and inspires listeners to embrace common sense and truth in discussions about women's rights.
Riley Gaines has been called many things: Collegiate athlete. All-American. Champion. But in 2022, everything changed. The narrative shifted. Now, critics smeared her as: Transphobic. Narrow-minded. Evil.
What changed? Riley gave the truth a voice. She stood up, spoke out, and dared to ask questions—not just for herself, but for all female athletes who refuse to accept an ideology where "inclusivity" for trans-identifying male athletes now means treating women unfairly.
Riley Gaines is changing minds in the process, and this highly anticipated, fearless, pro-woman book takes on controversial but critical questions we must confront about women (and sports) in America. Can't we embrace policies that give everyone the chance to compete but still protect women and ensure they have a fair shot at success?
In this book, Riley scrutinizes the perspectives of athletes on the opposing side of this debate, deconstructing their arguments with science, facts, and logic. She also asks what has happened to free speech and dissent in this country, where it now seems nearly impossible to have a well-reasoned debate. And in telling her story, Riley reveals what’s at stake if the truth-seekers remain silent about the injustices women face from radical agendas.
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"She is remarkably brave. She is very forthright. She is extremely vivacious. She is incredibly disciplined. She's a top-rate person. She is a great role model for everyone, but particularly for young women. She stood her ground. She’s come up against some bitter and well-armed foes. But all that’s going to do is make her more than she already is and that’s something to see because she’s already quite something."—Jordan Peterson
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- Dawn W.
- 27-05-24
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Sensible, balanced and measured. A thoughtful book . What an inspiration to all in sport and the wider issue of gender ideology
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- Anonymous User
- 14-06-24
Brave woman
I love that Riley has the guts to defend womens rights in sports. This book is really good
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- Daria Stachnik
- 24-05-24
Thank you Riley!
I'm not an athlete and never have been but as a woman I'm passionate about this issue and I think it is just mind boggling this is where we're at as a civilisation. I'm hopeful that more and more people see some sense!
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- JK
- 30-07-24
Moving.
Really, this book shouldn’t have to have been written. The T’s have massively overstepped their bounds and women are getting hurt. If anything, this book tells me that the line has to be drawn somewhere.
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- Joanna Louise Faith
- 11-09-24
A very well told story of what’s happening in women’s sports.
I have been a huge supporter of the campaign Riley Gaines has been leading for woman’s sports to remain protected and fair for all. I know this is not what Riley thought she would be doing with her life, but I’m glad she was brave to assume the role. Her personal story is well told and gets her points across very clearly and concisely. Would highly recommend if you are interested in this topic.
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- Sabrina D.
- 03-07-24
inspirational
This is a truly amazing book. I barely stopped listening. Riley Gaines is a legend in the war on womens rights.
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- DrLMW
- 14-11-24
Eye opening
Well worth the read, and very eye opening. I was forced to think about this issue when the pool where I take my little girls for their swimming lessons went gender neutral and my daughters subsequently experienced safeguarding incidents. Riley is so articulate and describes her experiences. This should be a must read for all parents and coaches and young athletes.
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