Ohio State University's commencement ceremony took an unexpected turn when guest speaker Chris Pan, while under the influence of ayahuasca, delivered a speech that included urging attendees to dance and promoting Bitcoin, prompting boos and groans from the audience and mixed reactions online.
Ohio State University Commencement Speech Raises Eyebrows with Bitcoin and Ayahuasca Discourse
Ohio State University's recent commencement ceremony took an unexpected turn when guest speaker, Chris Pan, embarked on an unconventional speech that included a curious blend of Bitcoin advocacy and references to ayahuasca. Pan, a self-proclaimed "social entrepreneur, investor, musician, and keynote facilitator," deviated from traditional graduation addresses, urging the graduating class to dance and discussing the digital currency.
In a video circulating on Reddit, Pan's words elicited a mixed reaction from the audience. While he encouraged them to "keep an open mind," his mention of Bitcoin prompted a chorus of boos and groans. The unconventional speech sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with many expressing disappointment and frustration.
Prior to the ceremony, Pan had acknowledged the influence of ayahuasca, a South American psychoactive brew, on the composition of his speech. On his LinkedIn page, he wrote, "Got some help from AI (Ayahuasca Intelligence) this week to write my commencement speech for 60k grads and family members at Ohio State University next Sunday."
The unorthodox address has sparked a debate about the purpose and tone of graduation speeches. Critics argue that Pan's focus on self-promotion and personal agenda undermined the traditional purpose of such events. Others defended his right to express his views, while acknowledging that the delivery may not have been appropriate for the occasion.
Pan has responded to the backlash, apologizing for any disappointment caused by his speech. He also suggested that there may have been a misunderstanding regarding the nature of a commencement speech. "Many of them never had a high school graduation and perhaps were wanting them (more retrospective) vs commencement is more forward looking," he wrote on LinkedIn.
The university has been approached for comment on the controversial speech. The incident has raised questions about the boundaries of acceptable discourse at such events, and sparked a discussion about the balance between personal perspective and the expectations of the audience.
In the aftermath, Pan has indicated that he is "working on a response to help make things right." The university has yet to issue an official statement on the matter.
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