A Lifeguard's Moment in the Spotlight: What Ryder Williams' Heroism Reveals About Our Culture of Recognition The recent presentation of a Baywatch jacket to teenage lifeguard Ryder Williams by actor Stephen Amell has sparked widespread admiration for the young hero.
The outpouring of praise is well deserved, but it also highlights an interesting aspect of our culture's relationship with recognition and bravery.
At first glance, the attention surrounding Williams' rescue of 10 year old Nathaniel Rai seems like a heartwarming example of how we celebrate acts of selflessness and courage in others.