Podcasts about Athens Olympics

Joining us today is one of the greatest long-distance runners of all time, a world record-breaking athlete whose relentless determination and resilience has inspired millions — it's the phenomenal Paula Radcliffe!In this episode, Paula takes us through the defining moments of her extraordinary career, from the highs of shattering records at the London Marathon in 2003 — a time that remained unbeaten for 16 years — to the heartbreak of injury setbacks on some of the biggest world stages, including the Athens Olympics in 2004. She reflects on the mental resilience that kept her going, the reality of retiring from a sport that defined her life and the lessons she's carried into life beyond competition.Now focused on inspiring the next generation, Paula talks about the joy of running for pleasure, how she's balancing ambition with self-care, and why she still laces up her trainers every day.If you want to hear more, you can keep up with all things marathon madness by listening to Paula's Marathon Run Club wherever you get your podcasts.For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

God spoke to Craig about healing for a lame Sikh priest. Then the police came... Jesus said it was for our good that he left the earth (John 16:7). That seems hard to believe. What could be better than sitting down and having a coffee with Jesus?  Jesus is described as the living "word of God" (John 1:14) - that meant everything he said was God's voice as well as everything he did. The early disciples could hear God's voice as they were walking down the streets of Jerusalem, as they were sharing a meal with Jesus over bread and olives, as they were listening to Jesus preach on the temple steps. How could anything be better than that? The answer of course is that Jesus' departure signalled the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. It was better not only because the Holy Spirit would remind us of everything Jesus said and did, he would also speak about things to come - that is, the issues that Jesus didn't cover while he was on earth! It's better because unlike Jesus who was limited to a physical body and the language and customs the first century Jews in the Greco-Roman world, the Holy Spirit speaks to apply those truths to new times, places and cultures! In this episode you'll see the truth of Jesus' words. Our guest, Craig Stephens is an officer of the Salvation Army and has heard God speak in places like India, China, Pakistan and communities in his own hometown. Craig ministers as an evangelist across Australia and beyond and trains others to share the good news. He also works with global missions movement, Impact Nations, and loves to take teams across the world to train them in preaching the gospel and healing the sick.  In this episode, you'll hear about: Craig's God story, growing up in church but then leaving as he didn't feel like he could behave well enough to meet the church's standards. It was a few years later that Craig re-entered the church after a miraculous encounter with the Holy Spirit that changed his heart and gave him boldness to share his faith with others. The Holy Spirit lit a fuse that wouldn't go out! Craig's God-conversation that led him into ministry and in particular, working among the marginalised and broken in Sydney. Craig tells how the Holy Spirit showed him a vision of his middle-class church being mobilised to serve the poor with details about the actual building they could use. Later Craig shares how a visit to the local police and an offer to serve in the most difficult area of the town led them to the exact building! Then they watched as God brought transformation… I could see the people in our church carrying the grace they had in the community… the schoolteachers sitting alongside bedraggled, roughed up kids and coaching them in their schoolwork… the physiotherapists doing therapy in a particular room… the ladies who serve the morning tea hosting the community in a cafe. I couldn't stop seeing it. The incredible God-conversation that led Craig and his team to pray a Sikh priest who had been lame since birth and the God-conversation that subsequently led to a last minute escape from arrest by the Sikh police. A God conversation that led Craig and his team to reach people by the side of the road at the Athens Olympics. Subscribe to God Conversations with Tania Harris and never miss an episode! About Craig Stephens Craig is a Salvation Army Officer with a deep hunger for encounters of God. As the Australian Eastern Territorial Evangelist, he trains and equips people in evangelism and is responsible for “New Expressions” of The Salvation Army. Craig also oversees the Central Coast Regional Prayer Room (an interdenominational regional prayer space), a small network of house churches called “community tables”, a company of people gifted in evangelism across nearly 30 churches. Craig further serves on the board of Impact Nations (a global missions movement) (impactnations.com) and loves to take teams across the world to train them in ...

Got feedback about this episode? Send Carolyn a textLeanne Klassen is back on the show, along with her coach, the legendary Malindi Elmore, to break down Leanne's outstanding marathon performance last month in Houston.Malindi is a three-time Olympian and a true icon of Canadian distance running. A Stanford graduate, she first competed in the 1500 meters at the 2004 Athens Olympics, and then made a remarkable transition to the marathon—placing 9th at the 2021 Tokyo Games and representing Canada again in Paris last summer, a full 20 years after her Olympic debut! At nearly 45 years of age and living in Kelowna, BC, with her husband, Graham, and their two young boys, Malindi continues to train and compete at the highest level while coaching athletes and winning national titles.Leanne was first on the show in the fall of 2023, where we talked about navigating injuries with grace. As a sub-elite distance runner, she's faced her fair share of setbacks, which led her and Malindi to take a fresh approach to her Houston Marathon buildup. Instead of prioritizing high mileage and grueling long runs, they focused on a less-is-more strategy—emphasizing smart training, recovery, and strength work. The results were nothing short of incredible. Leanne not only felt stronger than ever in training, but she also took a massive two minutes off her personal best, running 2:40:52 in tough weather conditions. As endurance athletes, we often fall into the trap of thinking more is always better—but what if real breakthroughs happen by training smarter, not harder? Whether you're a recreational runner or competing at an elite level, this is the kind of story that deserves more attention.Connect with Leanne:Inspired Soles Interview: Navigating Injuries With GraceInstagram: @leanneklassen7Connect with Malindi:Website: malindielmore.comInstagram: @malindielmoreConnect with Carolyn:Instagram: @inspiredsolescast or @carolyn.c.coffinYou can help spread the running love! The best way to SUPPORT Inspired Soles is to share your favourite episode(s) with friends, subscribe, or leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Connect on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com.

A note: We apologise for today's audio - a few mishaps, which will be addressed tomorrow. Sara Carrigan confirmed her place in Australian cycling folklore when winning the gold medal in the Road Race at the 2004 Athens Olympics. The Domestiques welcome one of only two women to have achieved such an honour. Sara explains her involvement at the 2025 Tour Down Under. And while an absent Hollywood (mixing with the VIPs) is noticeable, Sarah joins in to unpack a thrilling stage decided on the summit at Willunga Hill. We are live and on location at Australia's premier cycle tour.

The death of former Greek Prime Minister Costas Simitis at the age of 88 has put a spotlight on his tenure (1996-2004), with many highlighting his role in shaping today's Greece. Key highlights include bringing Greece into the Eurozone, playing a key role in Cyprus's quest for EU membership, establishing a framework for dialogue with Turkey, and securing the 2004 Athens Olympics. John Psaropoulos joins Thanos Davelis to look back at Simitis' legacy and impact on Greece. John Psaropoulos is an independent journalist and Al Jazeera's correspondent in southeast Europe. He publishes Hellenica, a weekly deep dive into Greek current affairs and history. You can find it on Substack.com.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Costas Simitis, 2-Time Prime Minister of Greece, Dies at 88Tributes paid after former Greek PM Costas Simitis dies aged 88International media reflect on Costas Simitis' legacy as Greece's modernizerGreece begins UNSC tenure, eyes global impactTurkey plans ‘Blue Homeland' exercise

In 2004, the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico went into their opening basketball game of the Athens Olympics as massive underdogs against the USA. The Puerto Rican side had lost five consecutive games by double digit points to the USA's star-studded squad in qualifiers and warm ups. But the unfancied team defied the odds with the performance of a lifetime, led by their own inspirational star, Carlos Arroyo. Robert Nicholson hears his story in this Whistledown production.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive and testimony. Sporting Witness is for those fascinated by sporting history. We take you to the events that have shaped the sports world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes, you become a fan in the stands as we take you back in time to examine memorable victories and agonising defeats from all over the world. You'll hear from people who have achieved sporting immortality, or those who were there as incredible sporting moments unfolded.Recent episodes explore the forgotten football Women's World Cup, the plasterer who fought a boxing legend, international football's biggest ever beating and the man who swam the Amazon river. We look at the lives of some of the most famous F1 drivers, tennis players and athletes as well as people who've had ground-breaking impact in their chosen sporting field, including: the most decorated Paralympian, the woman who was the number 1 squash player in the world for nine years, and the first figure skater to wear a hijab. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the tennis player who escaped the Nazis, how a man finally beat a horse in a race, and how the FIFA computer game was created.(Photo: Carlos Arroyo of Puerto Rico. Credit: Getty Images)

Thomas Doxiadis worked in the construction field before becoming an architect, eventually pursuing a Masters of Architecture and a Masters of Landscape Architecture at Harvard. He served in the Greek Navy and later worked as an architect for the Greek Olympics and at the same time taught at university. He then started his business which has been running for 25 years.  Managing Work Life Balance and Personal Growth Expanding from his professional life, Thomas spent the next 10 years exploring his mind, heart, and relationships with people. Through therapy, he found that people are much more interesting than he thought. He joined a coaching group called "Get Your Six," which focuses on treating oneself better through health, sleep, nutrition, exercise, relationships, emotions, and beliefs. The group is structured around six people sharing experiences and helping each other through different situations.   Life Lessons and Changes Thomas talks about life changes related to health, sleep, nutrition, and exercise. He explains that building a business from scratch and trying to be at the top of his field took a lot of focus and energy away from self-care. He emphasizes the importance of taking care of oneself, eating right, sleeping right, learning basic breathing and meditation techniques, and changing priorities. He also emphasizes exploring and understanding the stories of our lives that we construct and how we spend our energy.  Working in the Greek Navy Thomas shares his experiences in the Greek Navy, where he spent time guarding armaments and working with 18-year-olds, which was a strange situation for him after his time in the professional world, but he found solace in having fun and laughing more than he had in the last decade. He shares a story when he was on guard duty and thought he was under siege. Working in the Athens Olympics Thomas recounts his experience working on the Athens Olympics. He had a positive experience despite the short turn around time of three years to complete construction.  He worked on the design and construction of mega projects such as parts of  the Athenian sea front and coastal areas, Olympic villages, and sports infrastructure. Additionally, he worked on setting up the city's flags, banners, and animation programs. He also spent two years dealing with the environmental and green aspects of the Olympics. His highlight was organizing the first mass olive transplanting, which involved moving the old Athens horse race track to a new area and becoming the Olympic Equestrian Center. The area was full of ancient olive groves and vineyards, some of them as old as 3000 years. The trees were transplanted to create a park and part of the Olympic venues. The trees were reused for the redevelopment of the Athens airport, ensuring they would be a valuable asset for future generations. Growing up in Greece Thomas grew up in Greece in the seventies when Greece was still relatively untouched by economic growth and tourism. The rapid economic changes after Greece entered the European Union led to the destruction of places he loved. He studied architecture and landscape architecture to find a win-win solution to building on sensitive, culturally and ecologically important places. His work and portfolio have been built over the past 25 years, focusing on resolving this problem. Sustainable Development and Landscapes of Cohabitation Thomas has worked on several projects since his time at the Olympics. One of his most proud projects was working on a pristine Aegean Island, where he and a high school friend developed techniques called the landscapes of cohabitation, which focuses on symbiosis between the environment and human activity. This approach has transformed the local ecosystem and changed people's minds about landscape work. His most recent project is with an MIT graduate from Northern Italy who built an energy corporation in the US and now invests in a small village in Tuscany. They are working on a 200-year sustainability plan, involving climate modeling and climate modeling to understand the future of the village and bringing vitality back to rural areas.  Progressive Adaption to Climate Change  Thomas' goal is to revive the countryside and lead it towards a better and more sustainable future, especially as climate change makes a better future more difficult. The European Union has been funding climate change adaptation programs for countries and universities for the last decade. These programs aim to understand the main impacts of climate change on public health, infrastructure, economy, and tourism. Landscapes are not just visual representations of environmental changes, but also provide a spatial understanding of what will happen due to climate change. Thomas talks about nine case studies that have been conducted across Greece, covering a region the size of Cape Cod. The eastern Mediterranean will be one of the most impacted areas globally, with heat waves, fire, and changing conditions. The European Union stopped spending on mitigation a decade ago and started spending on adaptation. Thomas explains what this entails.  Design for Living Systems Landscape architects are professionals who design for living systems, not just concrete or steel. They have the skill set to deal with earth, water, plants, animals, and living systems in physical space. The profession has transitioned from being mainly about aesthetics to problem-solving around nature in the past. The advice given by landscape architects is not necessarily heated or useful, but rather based on their experiences and lessons learned. He believes that architects should focus on the bright goal of a better future through design but also be more pragmatic about their surroundings. Thomas also discusses his artistic projects, such as the Castriani mine restoration. He believes that architecture is useful for solving problems through giving form to things, and that the way things look is important because it serves as communication and storytelling. People understand the world through narratives, so architects have the opportunity and responsibility to configure a part of the world that tells people something to add to their own narrative. Influential Harvard Professors and Courses During his time at Harvard, he took courses in Ed Wilson's Evolutionary Biology and Moral Reasoning 22. He also studied landscape ecology at the Harvard Design School, where landscape ecology was a driving force and he learned how you could design with nature and for nature rather than against it, which set him on his life path both professionally and intellectually. He enjoyed playing music and attending international talks at the Kennedy School. This experience helped him become more international and consider himself a citizen of the world.  Timestamps: 01:40: Personal and Professional Reflections  04:38: Coaching Group Experience  07:17: Changes in Life and Health Practices  12:26: Experiences in the Greek Navy  15:47: Role in the Athens Olympics 25:11: Projects and Philosophy  28:40: National Climate Change Adaptation Program  35:43: Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies  39:10: Role of a Landscape Architect  41:29: Advice to Younger Self  44:09: Artistic Projects and Influences from Harvard  Links: Website:  https://doxiadisplus.com/ Website: Got Your 6 Team Society for the Environment and Cultural Change Website: Ελληνική Εταιρεία Περιβάλλοντος & Πολιτισμού  Featured Non-profit This week's featured non-profit is Legal Services NYC recommended by Lisa Velasquez who reports: “Hi. I'm Liza Velasquez, class of 1992 the featured nonprofit of this episode of The 92 report is Legal Services NYC. The mission of legal services NYC is to fight poverty and seek racial, social and economic justice for New Yorkers who need pro bono civil legal assistance. I've worked with legal services NYC as a board member for the past 10 years, and I'm honored to serve as the current board chair. Every year, our lawyers and staff assist 100,000 New Yorkers in obtaining access to the basic necessities of life, safe housing, economic security, family and immigration, stability, education and healthcare. You can learn more about their work at Legal Services nyc.org, and now here is Will Bachman with this week's episode. To learn more about their work visit: LegalServicesNYC.org.

Sam Newman talks to Craig Willis - The Personal Life of Craig Willis. Craig Willis (born 1954) is a former Australian announcer who has appeared as the voice of many of Network Ten / One HD and Seven Network's AFL Grand Final, Anzac Day and major Finals Broadcasts from the early 2000s to 2018. He is colloquially known as the 'voice of the AFL'. Willis has also performed voiceovers at non-AFL major events, including the Melbourne Cup and is regarded as one of Australia's premier announcers. Willis is often a Master of Ceremonies and hosts the traditional Grand Final Breakfast, a fixture of the AFL grand final day. Additionally, he does voiceovers and is occasionally a fill in presenter on Melbourne radio station 3AW. In 2000, he was the ground announcer at the Sydney Olympic Games, a role he also fulfilled at the Athens Olympics four years later. Willis is also heavily involved in Tennis coverage and announces the players at the Australian Open. He also narrates the Fox Sports television show ATP Tennis and acted as a player announcer at the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL). In recent times, he has become the voice of Bank of Melbourne for directing customers through call queue options.

We welcome the amazing Nick Tsiotos to the show! Nick Tsiotos is the Sports Editor of Greek Americans in Sports and a Boston Public School teacher with a dedication to excellence in education. Passionate about sports and his Hellenic culture, Nick has also worked as a journalist for The Hellenic Chronicle, as Sports Editor for The Hellenic Voice, and contributed to The AHEPA Magazine. Nick and his colleague former Boston Globe Columnist Andy Dabilis are longtime chroniclers of Boston sports history, co-authoring several books including Harry Agganis, The Golden Greek, An All-American Story; The 1903 World Series: The Boston Americans Red Sox vs. Pittsburg Pirates, the first World Series won by Boston; and Running With Pheidippides, the dramatic post-World War II true story of the 1946 Boston Marathon contest between good friends Johnny Kelly and Stylianos Kyriakides, a race that was considered the first charity run for The Boston Marathon. This book was also translated and published in Greece, Γεννημένος Nικητής, η απίστευτη ιστορία του Στέλιου Κυριακίδη. The book was featured in the Emmy Award Winning 2004 Athens Olympics documentary Journey of A Warrior, introduced by Bob Costas and seen by over 100 million people during the Closing Ceremonies of the Athens Games. Nick has appeared on numerous radio and TV shows talking about topics ranging from The Olympics, Hellenism, sports, Harry Agganis, and The Boston Marathon. A professional entertainer, Nick was voted by New England sports fans as The Boston Herald's “Wrestling Personality of the Year” in 1991 and 1992, and as “Nick the Greek, Master Predictor of Wrestling,” with his magical and mystically powerful Delphi Cane. Nick led a grassroots fundraising effort to erect a statue of Harry Agganis for the Sports Museum of New England in 1995, working closely with current Curator Richard Johnson and world-renowned artist Armand La Montagne. This community effort would resurrect the beloved Agganis legacy and lead to a Boston University street named Harry Agganis Way, the naming of Agganis Arena, and a bronze statue of Agganis at Boston University, donated by BU alumni Mike and Greg Agganis. He has diligently worked and raised funds for a variety of charities, including his tenure as President of The Harry Agganis Team Fund, The Viking Pride Foundation, Boston Children's Hospital Hellenic Cardiac Fund, Hellenic Nursing Home, AHEPA's Cooley's Anemia Project, and AHEPA Olympic 1996 Tribute, ALS, and other causes. Tsiotos graduated from Winthrop High School, where he captained his legendary Hall of Fame Coach Henry McCarthy's basketball team (17-1) to the old Boston Garden State Tech Tournament, and went on to play in two Suffolk University NCAA Basketball Tournaments for New England Hall of Fame Coach Jim Nelson. He also played professionally in Greece and was involved in the Greek American basketball circuit for many years nationally. He has been a devoted member of The Boston Cathedral and Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, a long-time member of AHEPA, Sparta (Vassara) Society, Kalavrita (Kokova) Society, The Federation of Hellenic American Societies, and other organizations. greekamericansports@gmail.com instagram.com/greekamericansports facebook.com/greekamericansports greekamericansports.com See more at GreekAF: https://www.greekradio.app

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 21st September 2024, the All Blacks are desperate to hold onto their last major piece of silverware as they prepare to face the Wallabies for the Bledisloe Cup. Rugby Australia President Joe Roff joined Piney to give his thoughts on tonight's test and recount some of his memories playing against the boys in black.   Dame Noeline Taurua gave her thoughts on the importance of the Commonwealth Games to the under-threat sport of netball.  And former Wheel Blacks coach Grant Sharman stopped by for a chat on the 20th anniversary of the team's Gold Medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics.  Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode: 3080 The First Marathon and the Athens Olympics of 1896.  Today, we run through the history of the marathon.

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The Thorpedo won a total of five Olympic Gold medals in his career. Notably, he earned three golds at the 2000 Sydney Olympics and added two more at the 2004 Athens Olympics.  His remarkable achievements in the pool, combined with his youthful charisma and determination and made him an iconic figure and a source of national pride.  Check out the full Howie Games with Ian Thorpe from Episode 64.  We have stories galore of some of the most inspirational and successful Australian athletes in history, so get into the Howie Games library today. And get set, and get inspired as our Aussies get ready to take on the world in Paris!  We'll have a Gold Medal Mini for you every Tuesday in July. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2004 Athens Olympics in Greece were hailed as the Games coming home to its ancient and modern birthplace. But, on the eve of the opening ceremony, a breaking scandal involving two of the host nation's biggest sporting stars threatened to overshadow the celebration. Final torchbearer Nikos Kaklamanakis and Reuters journalist Karolos Grohmann talk to Jack Butcher about the remarkable return of the Olympics to Greece.This is a Whistledown production for the BBC World Service. (Photo: Kostas Kenteris' and Ekaterini Thanou's Olympic passes. Credit: Getty Images)

José Antonio Hermida is an institution of cross-country mountain bike racing.    From humble beginnings – winning his first race at age 14 in a hockey helmet, swim shorts and a T-shirt – he racked up a wealth of impressive wins throughout his 20-year racing career, culminating in a dominant performance at the 2010 World Championships. He also took silver at the 2004 Athens Olympics and fourth at the 2012 London Olympics.   In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, deputy editor Jack Luke and Hermida discuss coaching Tom Pidcock to victory at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, his predictions for the 2024 Games, how 29ers changed XC racing, how training and nutrition strategies have evolved since he retired, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back with another amazing episode of RunPod 'Going For Gold', and today we're delighted to welcome the legendary Dame Kelly Holmes to the studio!From dreaming of Olympic success as a teenager, inspired by watching Sebastian Coe, to making history at the 2004 Athens Olympics with double gold in the 800 metres and 1500 metres, Kelly's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. She became the first British woman to win two gold medals at the same games, solidifying her place in sports history.Join Jenni as she delves into Kelly's incredible story—a tale of resilience, perseverance, and unyielding self-belief. Hear about the highs and lows that defined her path to success, and discover the mindset that propelled her to the pinnacle of athletics.In this episode, Kelly also opens up about her deeply personal journey, as shared in her inspiring autobiography ‘Unique', and discusses how she navigated the challenges of hiding her sexuality due to fear and ultimately finding the courage to embrace her true self.Listen on for a dose of inspiration, motivation, and a celebration of one of Britain's greatest athletes.

With the curtain yet to be raised on the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Chinese culture has captivated Paris with the launch of the China House, which highlights for the world the country's rich history and modern achievements.在巴黎奥运会即将开幕之际，“中国之家”于7月24日在巴黎所罗门罗斯柴尔德公馆开门迎宾。Visitors to the China House can try some of the Olympic sports' earliest forms, such as pitch-pot, which tests participants' accuracy as much as modern archery by requiring them to throw arrows into a distant pot, and cuju, the ancient ball-kicking game that some consider to be a prototype of soccer.不少参观“中国之家”的游客能够在此尝试最早的奥林匹克运动，如投壶，即要求参与者将箭射入远处的壶中，从而考验参与者投掷的准确性；蹴鞠，古代一种踢球游戏，被认为是足球的原型。The China House, a pavilion set up at the Hotel Salomon de Rothschild in Paris, opened to visitors on Wednesday and has captured the attention of Parisians and others with plenty of galleries, exhibits, demonstration events and social-networking activities on the sidelines of the Summer Games.7月24日，“中国之家”正式向游客开放，吸引了不少巴黎游客和其他地区游客的注意，在本次巴黎奥运会期间，游客们可参观中国特色画廊、展区、智慧体育互动装置及和现代科技社交活动。China's profound history, tradition and culture in sports participation, dating back thousands of years, as well as sports exchanges between China and the Games' host, France, are among highlights of this year's pavilion.中国的体育方面有着深厚的历史、传统和文化，可追溯到几千年前。本次中国与法国在此次巴黎2024奥运会的体育交流，成为今年“中国之家”的亮点。The launch of the house, a routine effort by the Chinese Olympic Committee since the first "China hut" was set up during the 2004 Athens Olympics, will take advantage of Olympics exposure to promote Chinese culture and friendship with the rest of the world, according to the COC.据中国奥委会称，自2004年雅典奥运会期间创建第一个“北京小屋”以来，中国奥委会一直致力于将奥运会特色与推广中国文化和与世界各地友谊结合起来。"The China House has opened a window to our country's rich history, traditional sports culture, modern achievements and friendly exchanges with the whole world over the past 20 years," Yu Jianyong, a deputy secretary-general of the COC, said on Wednesday."This year in particular, we put a series of recent exchanges between China and France in the areas of sports and cultural development on display at the facility, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our two countries and to hail the joint efforts between China and France to promote the Olympic Movement," said Yu. “‘中国之家'是展示中国体育发展成就和中华优秀体育文化的平台，也是促进中外友好交流、推动文明互鉴的桥梁。”国家体育总局体育器材装备中心主任、中国奥委会副秘书长于建勇说，“巴黎‘中国之家'将会和法国社会各界人士进行交流互动，并组织中法运动员在这里进行一系列活动，推动中法友谊继续迈进。”Visitors to the China House can watch a giant background screen featuring animated films that vividly depict activities by ancient Chinese such as boat diving, archery and wrestling.参观“中国之家”的游客可以在LED巨幕上观看中国特色的动画影片，生动地描绘了中国古代的体育活动，如划船、中国射道和角力（摔跤）。Exhibitions featuring artifacts, scroll painting and sculptures document the Chinese people's sports participation through the dynasties, while the country's prowess at modern Olympic Games is demonstrated with medals, trophies and commemorative pins.以文物、卷轴、壁画、和雕塑为特色的展区记录了中国古代人民参与体育运动的场景，奖牌、奖杯和纪念徽章则展示了中国在当代奥林匹克的实力。Some China House visitors who are featured in the exhibits couldn't hold back their emotions after reviewing and reliving their history-making moments.不少参观“中国之家”的游客参观者在回望中国的历史后难以抑制内心的情绪。"I've seen a lot of Chinese elements since arriving in Paris, and the sports and culture demonstration at the China House today took my breath away again," said Hui Ruoqi, a retired volleyball star who was a member of China's gold-medal women's team at 2016 Rio Olympics."I've met a lot of foreign visitors today asking me more of the stories behind the pictures on display. This has clearly shown an increasing interest around the world in the development of Chinese sports. ""Hopefully, the seeds of interest planted here will bring more foreigners to visit China and help them get to know China better," she said.前中国女子排球运动员、2016年里约奥运会女排冠军惠若琪说：“自从来到巴黎，我看到了很多中国的元素，今天在‘中国之家'看到体育和文化的展示再次让我叹为观止。今天我遇到了很多外国游客，他们向我询问一些图片背后的故事，这也代表着全世界对中国体育发展的兴趣日益浓厚。希望在这里播下的种子能吸引更多的外国人来中国旅游，帮助他们更好地了解中国。”

We are thrilled to introduce our Olympic Special documentary series to celebrate the Olympic year. This series takes you on a journey through the history and evolution of the Olympic Games, spotlighting the monumental achievements and the intimate, behind-the-scenes stories that have shaped the world's premier sporting event. We are onto our second Olympics as we turn our attention to Athens. As always this is a 2 part series with 4 guests. In Part 1, Nicole dives deep with Kate Green and Mike Etherington-Smith. Relive the highs, lows, and pivotal moments of the Athens Olympics, which marked a monumental shift in the sport with the introduction of the short-format competition.

Gymnastics is well aware of its role in the wider Olympic ecosystem: to have judging drama. That's why we are here. We explain judging scandals offering simplifications that normies can understand; prompting them to go on and have very strong and newly informed opinions about. So… the biggest judging scandals in Olympic gymnastics history We discuss: 00:01:14 - Rebeca Andrade (BRA) video fo Triple Twisting Yurchenko 00:04:11 - Biggest judging scandals in Olympic gymnastics history, setting the stage for Paris 00:05:13 - The Case of the Ill-Given Gold: 2004 Yang Tae-Young lost gold because of judging error 00:13:23 - The Case of the Bogus Bronze: Drăgulescu give impossible score knocking Shewfelt to fourth 00:18:45 - The Case of the Sexy Stoppage: Alexei Nemov's score causes crowd to protest and judges to adjust his score 00:23:45 - Fallout from the multiple men's judging scandals at the 2004 Athens Olympics 00:26:03 - Can you still get a 10.0 score in Olympic gymnastics? 00:28:00 - How to spell the Chéng vault correctly 00:32:15 - The Case of the Accused Australian: When Nastia and He Kexin tied for bars gold 00:37:58 - The Case of the Diabolical Dismount: 2012 London Team Final, Kohei's botched dismount and waving money at the judges 00:44:56 - The Case of Bela's Bullshit: 1980 Olympic All Around disputed victor 00:51:36 - How non-controversies get started, revisiting 1980 Olympic news article 00:55:55 - The Case of the Convenient Communist: For years the wrong story was told about the 1968 Mexico City Olympic all-around Caslavska vs Petrik 01:03:34 - New Rules for Paris Olympics 01:17:08 - Gymternet News 01:18:51 - Elvira Saadi's lifetime ban upheld 01:19:41 - Livvy Dunne is staying at LSU and we get to see more of her beautiful form 01:22:22 - Simone Biles Rio Olympic coach has a new book out Simone Biles' coach for 15 World and Olympic medals, including Olympic all-around gold, has a book coming out. Pre-order Aimee Boorman's book now. REPLAY TICKETS for OLYMPIC TRIALS LIVE SHOW ON SALE HERE  Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!) for: Weekly Q&A  Behind The Scenes podcast, dedications, mini-commissions , group commissions, exclusive extended interviews, and College & Cocktails episodes. Plus discounts and first dibs on Live Show tickets and merch. Exclusive VIP section on the message board Forum More goodies: GymCastic newsletters  2024 College & Cocktails menu (including mocktails, of course) GymCastic Fantasy Games GymCastic Store clothing and gifts to let your gym nerd flag fly "tapestries" (banners, the perfect to display your support in an arena) Baseball hats available now in the GymCastic store RELATED EPISODES Marian Drăgulescu Interview Kyle Shewfelt  Kyle Shewfelt on his book, Make It Happen Olympic Trials Paris Olympic Team Trials Recap Women's Day Two: Olympic Team Named Men's Final Women's Day One Women's Podium Training Olympic Trials Stuff Photo Galleries Women's Final Women's Podium Training Women's Day 1 Men's Day 1 Olympic Trials Gymnastics Fantasy Game U.S. Championships Recap Day Two U.S. Championships 2024 Day One U.S. Championships 2024 Podium Training U. S. Championships 2024 Day One Photo Gallery Podium Training Photo Gallery  Men's Day One Photo  Gallery 2024 U.S. Classic Recap Podcast with Denis Vachon U.S. Classic Post-Meet Immediate Reactions Behind The Scenes: Podium Training 2024 U.S. Classic RESOURCES  Spencer's Clickable Code of Points Highest scoring team machine from Emily Giambalvo at the Washington Post What Scores Get You a Medal How to Build The Paris Olympic Team The Highest scores, D scores and World Cup rankings at The Gymternet Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim Men's Gymnastics coverage from Kensley Neutral Deductions   MORE WAYS TO LISTEN HERE      

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Before 2004, the Kookaburras had never won an Olympic Gold medal. That was before Jamie Dwyer made history, with a golden goal in extra time at the Athens Olympics.Introducing Path to Paris - our new mini-series hosted by commentary royalty Mark Foreman, all about Australian Olympians on their Path to Paris 2024. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Redemption Games: Ryk Neethling and the Athens Olympics 4x100m RelayThis episode dives into the captivating story of Ryk Neethling and the South African 4x100m freestyle relay team at the 2004 Athens Olympics. It's a tale of redemption, teamwork, and overcoming adversity.Bruised by SydneyThe 2000 Sydney Olympics were a disaster for Neethling. Ranked in the top three globally for several events, he left empty-handed. The weight of expectation, coupled with the dominance of the Australian team, crushed his spirit. He retreated from competitive swimming for nearly two years.Finding Solace in WaterBack in South Africa, Neethling rediscovered his love for swimming. Coaching youngsters and participating in Masters classes reignited his passion. He realized swimming wasn't just about competition; it was his refuge.A Second ChanceIn 2001, Neethling decided to give competitive swimming another go. He transformed himself from a distance swimmer to a powerful sprinter. However, his journey wasn't smooth. He struggled with self-doubt and strained relationships.Building a BrotherhoodEnter Roland Schoeman and Lyndon Ferns. Together, under the guidance of coaches Rick DeMont and Frank Busch at the University of Arizona, they formed a formidable team. DeMont, a former Olympic champion who lost his medal due to a doping controversy, instilled a sense of purpose and camaraderie.Barcelona Blues and a Turning PointA disappointing eighth-place finish at the 2003 World Championships in Barcelona was a wake-up call. Busch and DeMont challenged the team to invest in each other and dream big. They envisioned an Olympic medal.The Quest for the FourthThe team lacked a strong fourth member. After trials and tribulations, Darian Townsend emerged, completing the puzzle.Olympic Antics and American AnomaliesThe Athens Games weren't without drama. Issues with sponsorships and DeMont's accreditation caused friction. On a lighter note, DeMont used a hilarious anecdote about kudu bulls to motivate the team before the final.Hall's Absence, Ferns' FuryThe biggest surprise was the American team's line-up. Trash-talking Gary Hall Jr. was surprisingly benched. Ferns, fueled by Hall's pre-race taunts, swam the race of his life.From Soutie to HeroTownsend, the "soutie" amidst the Afrikaans-speaking "boertjies," silenced doubters with a stellar performance.A Race for the AgesNeethling, anchoring the team, took the lead and held on for dear life in a nail-biting finish. South Africa not only won gold but also smashed the Olympic record set by Australia in Sydney.National EuphoriaBack home, the victory sparked national jubilation. Neethling's family erupted in celebration, and impromptu dance parties broke out across South Africa.Redemption CompleteThe Athens triumph marked Neethling's personal and collective redemption. It proved that with belief, hard work, and a dash of luck, even the most bruised egos can rise to Olympic glory.Donate to The Luke Alfred Show on Patreon.Get my book: Vuvuzela Dawn: 25 Sporting Stories that Shaped a New Nation.Get full written episodes of the show a day early on Substack.Check out The Luke Alfred Show on YouTube and Facebook.

TW: Descriptions of grooming, sexual abuse as a minor. Listen with care.  Growing up in the Netherlands, Annette Paterakis rode ponies competitively and had Olympic aspirations. However, transitioning to riding horses was difficult, and teenage Annette found herself going from top placings to being eliminated in the show ring. With dreams and investments on the line, Annette needed some help. Unfortunately, it came in the form of a predator. In this forthcoming interview, Annette shares how she was groomed into a sexual relationship with her trainer, who was thirty years her senior. It's a story about a quest for worthiness, exploitation by a trusted figure in her life, and the crushing isolation of secrecy. Still, and more importantly, Annette's experience is about resilience, hope, and healing. Caroline and Annette leave no stone unturned and also discuss:  Her trainer's unreasonable pursuit for Annette to represent Greece at the Athens Olympics. How the grooming process started and what the red flags were. How Annette found the courage to leave the relationship six years later. How friends, acquaintances, or sexual abuse prevention programs for athletes might support victims in similar situations. It's extremely challenging for victims to come forward and share their stories, but in doing so, they raise awareness and reduce stigma. If you or anyone you know is being impacted by sexual abuse in the US, this is a list of resources for getting help via We Ride Together: https://www.weridetogether.today/get-help/crisis-resources

In this episode Bunny chats to Jacqueline Knox in her studio, Jackie is a top physiotherapist and Pilates instructor who runs her clinic in Tallington, England.  Jackie served as a physiotherapist to the British Rowing Squad, who won a gold at the Athens Olympics. She also co authored ‘The Official Body Control Pilates Manual'. Jackie is a keen gardener and co authored ‘Garden Your Way to Health and Fitness' with Bunny.  Gardening has huge potential to keep you fit and healthy, but if you over do it you can become unstuck!  In this podcast Jackie explains the importance of various exercises, how you can garden to prevent injury, how to stimulate your Vagus nerve and what her perfect garden would include. #motionislotion #olympics 

In the 2004 Athens Olympics, Brazilian Vanderlei de Lima was leading the Men's Marathon with six kilometres to go. What happened next shocked the millions of fans watching and propelled Vanderlei into becoming a universal role model for sportsmanship. He relives those last kilometres with Uma Doraiswamy.(Photo: Vanderlei de Lima being attacked by Cornelius Horan. Credit: Jiro Mochizuki/ AFP via Getty Images)

In the latest episode of Sausage On A Fork, we're joined by Neil Rogers aka Robo Robertson. Neil tells us how he became the third actor to play Robo; why his screams in a fight scene sounded too real and how one of his interests away from acting led to him going to the Athens Olympics!

Meet Simone Carniglia, Six-Star finisher, and Guinness World Record holder as the fastest runner with Type One diabetes—with an amazing average time of 2:42:30 per race! Simone started his running journey to lose weight and was inspired by Stefano Baldini, the great Italian marathoner who won the gold medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Running these incredibly fast times is impressive, but for a diabetic, it is significantly more challenging. A diabetic marathoner has to continuously control blood sugar levels in order to be safe, not faint, and perform at their best. They're more subject to cramping and dehydration during physical activity, especially when glucose levels aren't managed properly. Simone has only been running for five years and is just getting started. He hopes his journey will inspire many other diabetic athletes to not give up on their dreams and never give up. Simone's story proves that with the right training, nutrition, therapy, strategy, and use of the latest technologies—such as Abbott Global and Freestyle Libre 3—diabetic runners can achieve amazing results that weren't imaginable just a few short years ago Simone is grateful for the Abbott Global profile they featured on him for World Diabetes Day and is excited to get started on a second round of World Marathon Majors. I'm rooting for Simone to keep inspiring and look forward to seeing him out there in 2024! If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world to me if you would rate the podcast or write a review and share feedback wherever you get your podcast groove on. Connect With Simone: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simone.carniglia All Other Links: https://linktr.ee/6majorswitht1d Connect With Ron: Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronrunsnyc Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runchats_with_ronrunsnyc Facebook: https://fb.me/runchats Website: https://ronrunsnyc.com ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com Social: https://www.instagram.com/_margittai © 2023 Ron Romano

You might know Giaan Rooney as an Olympic swimmer - she won a gold medal for Australia in the 2004 Athens Olympics as part of the 4 x 100m medley relay team. And you might have seen her on TV, presenting everything from the weather to Postcards. But did you know this one time athlete is now also a macadamia farmer? Along with her fifth-generation farmer husband Sam and their kids, Giaan now lives on a farm in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. https://www.instagram.com/giaan.rooney/ Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent  https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

You might know Giaan Rooney as an Olympic swimmer - she won a gold medal for Australia in the 2004 Athens Olympics as part of the 4 x 100m medley relay team. And you might have seen her on TV, presenting everything from the weather to Postcards. But did you know this one time athlete is now also a macadamia farmer? Along with her fifth-generation farmer husband Sam and their kids, Giaan now lives on a farm in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. https://www.instagram.com/giaan.rooney/ Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent  https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Welcome back to Off The Blocks Swimming Podcast as we kick off Season 6 with a bang, as this week we talk with Canadian National Team Coach and Elite Coach with CAMO Nation Greg Arkhurst In this podcast we talk to two time Olympian Greg Arkhurst about his journey from being an athlete and competing in the 2000 Sydney Olympics and the 2004 Athens Olympics, through to being an elite level coach in Canada and putting athletes on the national team. Greg talks to us about his experience at the 2023 Fukuoka World Champs and what some of the highlights for him personally were, as well as some of the great performances he witnessed from other countries also, including the Aussies. We talk speed training, both physically and mentally. And we also dive into the the art of coaching from a psychological perspective and ways coaches can help their athletes to the next level. Absolute great chat, with a great guy and terrific coach, don't miss it

In the next episode, Paula Radcliffe relives some of the greatest moments in her career on the track, on the road and cross country. She looks back on the moment that Ingrid Kristiansen set the marathon world record and discusses her heartbreak at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Radcliffe also reflects on happier times with setting the world record at the London Marathon in 2003 and she also discusses the personal significance of the number 17. 04:00 Bronze medal achievement 07:00 Best achievement by other athlete 12:05 Silver medal achievement 16:05 Wooden spoon moment 22:50 Gold medal achievement

During our time together, we discussed:John's experience in broadcast TV and video editingJohn's Emmy winning journey, covering two Olympic games for NBCWhy Netgear AV entered the CI channelThe role of AI in copywriting and imagery and other forms of content creationTo get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au247SHOW NOTESJohn started out working in broadcast TV with a successful career in video editing before moving to the manufacturing side with roles in product management and marketing. His extensive travel experiences include covering two Olympic Games for NBC Sports and winning an Emmy Award for his work at the 2004 Athens Olympics.About One FireflyOne Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.

Ready to rewind the clock and revisit the unforgettable year of 2004? We've got a ticket to that thrilling time when the Boston Red Sox clinched the World Series, the Athens Olympics mesmerized us, and Facebook made its first appearance in our lives. Strap in as we travel back to the era of the iconic New England Patriots and their remarkable 18-game winning spree, the perfect embodiment of the Patriot way. We'll navigate you through the 2004 NFL season, shedding light on the New England Patriots' strategic maneuvers that propelled them to success. From their thoughtful acquisitions to their unforgettable game against the New York Jets, we'll decode the Patriots' legend. As we delve deeper into the AFC/NFC 2004 playoff teams and the memorable Patriots v. Colts AFC Championship game, we'll also touch upon the rule-changes triggered by this intense face-off. Ever wondered how the narrative of the 2004 Super Bowl could have been altered by social media? Let's contemplate that together as we examine the Philadelphia Eagles and their uphill struggle. We'll also reflect on the Patriots' triumphant Super Bowl victory and their transformative impact on Boston sports, as the Dynasty became offical. Wrapping up, we'll engage in a lively discourse on the power of disagreement and excitement in sports, and how the Patriots' success heralded a change in Boston's sports culture. So, are you ready to take this exhilarating journey back in time? --------- TIMESTAMPS 0:06 The Dominance of the 2004 Patriots 11:07 Recapping the 2004 Patriots Season 24:18 2004 Playoff Teams in AFC/NFC 33:44 Patriots vs. Steelers Game Discussion 46:51 Philadelphia Eagles' Big Game History 50:47 Super Bowl Victory and Aftermath 1:02:11 2004 Patriots Impact on Boston Sports 1:06:30 Expressing Disagreement and Excitement in Sports ------------ Support the show ----------- https://www.MTPshow.com Our Social Media https://linktr.ee/MTPSHOW ----------- Hosts: Mike Marcangelo, Dave Clarke, Rayshawn Buchanan, Bob Kelly, Joe Malkin Producer: Craig D'Alessandro Inquiries: Craig@mtpshow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The shapeshifter of elite endurance sports, today's guest is by far one of the world's most remarkable all-around athletes. Meet Cam Wurf, an Aussie who has distinguished himself at the highest, most elite level, in three distinct sports. First in rowing where he represented Australia in the 2004 Athens Olympics. He then turned to professional cycling as a super domestique for Team Sky and now INEOS, where he played a crucial role in supporting guys like Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas, serving as a secret weapon to their Tour de France victories. Cam has simultaneously distinguished himself at the highest level of Ironman triathlon, collecting wins at IM Wales and IM Australia, and is most well known for setting and holding (until this past year) the bike course record at the IMWC in Kona. He can train and race with the best professional cyclists in the world, set bike course records at the world's most prestigious Ironmans, and even run a 2:45 marathon after a 2.4 mile swim and 112-mile bike. He doesn't seem to ever get tired. He absolutely loves training. And he's always smiling. So who is this guy? Like you, I have so many questions. And today Cam is here to answer them with an infectious enthusiasm I wish I could bottle. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on Youtube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors: Seed: seed.com/richroll Momentous: LiveMomentous.com/richroll Squarespace: Squarespace.com/RichRoll  ROKA:  http://www.roka.com Plant Power Meal Planner: https://meals.richroll.com

✨In Stride is brought to you by Ride iQ. Ride iQ gives you unlimited access to listen-while-you-ride audio lessons taught by some of the world‘s best coaches. Membership also includes weekly invitations to Office Hours (Q&A with an equestrian expert), access to exclusive podcasts, dressage test playbooks, and more. All for only $29.99/month. Every sign up includes a 14-day no-risk free trial. Get your personalized lesson recommendations at ⁠Ride-iQ.com/Quiz.⁠ ✨ On today's episode, Sinead is joined by German Olympic event rider Bettina Hoy. Bettina has competed for Germany in multiple Olympics games, World Championships, and European Championships. She was the first German woman in a championship and rode in the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, 1996 Atlanta Olympics, and 2004 Athens Olympics. Bettina has been incredibly successful on multiple horses, one of them being Ringwood Cockatoo. This pair won team bronze at the Blenheim European Championships in 2005, team gold at the 2006 World Equestrian Games in Aachen, and individual bronze at the 2007 European Championships. Bettina was the coach for the Dutch eventing team from 2017-2019. She also coached the Mars Bromont Rising U25 Grant Program in 2022. In this episode, Bettina discusses various topics related to her career as a rider and coach, including: • Her father's influence on her riding career from a young age. • Being naïve about pressure early in her career and eventually realizing that she needed to work harder. • Her approach to teaching feel and the value in having a trainer occasionally ride your horse. • Knowing that the sport was not about physical strength but understanding your horse and being able to adjust to the situation. • Dealing with different personalities as a coach and realizing that not everyone is as determined or willing to learn as they could be. • Using rider fitness to minimize miscommunication between you and your horse, establish a correct position, and teach your brain to talk to certain parts of your body. ✨Ride iQ gives you unlimited access to listen-while-you-ride audio lessons taught by some of the world‘s best coaches. Membership also includes weekly invitations to Office Hours (Q&A with an equestrian expert), access to exclusive podcasts, dressage test playbooks, and more. All for only $29.99/month. Every sign up includes a 14-day no-risk free trial. Get your personalized lesson recommendations at ⁠Ride-iQ.com/quiz⁠. ✨

This week's interview is the 24-carat gold, National Treasure that is Dame Kelly Holmes.Having won two gold medals at the Athens Olympics in 2004, Dame Kelly has gone on to work tirelessly for young people, setting up the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust in 2008.Our much celebrated cover star talks openly to DIVA deputy editor Nic Crosara abouther army careerher coming out journeyher charity workWant to see more pictures of Dame Kelly Holmes and all things LGBTQIA? Grab your copy of DIVA's March issue here.Edited and produced by Rachel Shelley with love and support from #TeamDIVApodDIVA: Queers for your EarsThe world's leading brand for LGBTQIA plus women and non-binary peopleGet in touch: poddiva@diva-magazine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest: John Rillie, Perth Wildcats Head CoachPerth Wildcats head coach John Rillie joins the Basketball Podcast to share insights on a storied franchise, a top offense, and coaching experiences that have shaped his philosophy.John Rillie played 16 seasons in the NBL between 1995 and 2010 before embarking on a coaching career in the United States college system. Rillie has also been an assistant coach for the Australian Boomers, helping guide the Boomers to the bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics. In 481 NBL games, Rillie averaged 16.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.1 steals per game. From 1997 to 2004, Rillie was a member of the Australian Boomers. He represented Australia at the 2004 Athens Olympics.Rillie played his college basketball at Gonzaga and joined Boise State head coach Leon Rice's staff in 2010. In 2017, he was hired as an assistant coach for the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos. After his first season with the Gauchos, he was promoted to associate head coach.Breakdown1:00 - Points Per Possession3:00 - Scaling6:00 - Cues on Rolls9:00 - Pro System12:00 - Watching Film13:30 - Low Turnovers and High Assists16:00 - Ball Reversal19:30 - Making the Decision to Cut23:00 - Ideal Preference25:04 - 25:39 - BI AD Jan 202327:30 - Game Wraps30:00 - Recruiting College Players to Pro33:00 - Evaluations35:00 - Interactive Conversations38:00 - Development Plans41:00 - Tokyo Olympics Highlights44:00 - Type of Interactions45:30 - Concept of a Routine49:30 - Improving this Off-SeasonJohn Rillie's Bio:Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_RillieTwitter: https://twitter.com/johnrillieBasketball ImmersionWebsite: http://basketballimmersion.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bballimmersion?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/basketballimmersionFacebook: https://facebook.com/basketballimmersionImmersion Videos:Check out all our all-access practice and specialty clinics: https://www.immersionvideos.com

Show Sponsor AnyQuestion - https://link.anyquestion.com/Greg-Bennett   Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=26936856 "The Greg Bennett Show"   In this episode of The Greg Bennett Show, Greg is joined by Tyler Butterfield.   Tyler is an incredible athlete who has accomplished so much in his career. He's a two-time Olympian, having competed in the triathlon event at both the 2004 and 2012 Summer Olympics. He's also an Ironman champion, having won multiple Ironman events throughout his career, and finished multiple times in the top ten at the Hawaiin IM world championships.   His accomplishments don't stop there. He's also spent time as a professional cyclist, racing for Team Slipstream and finishing 11th in the cycling road race at the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.   Tyler comes from a family of athletes, with his father having competed in rowing at the 1972 Olympics before switching to the marathon and triathlon and his mother being a successful marathon runner. His wife Nikki is also a former professional triathlete.   Timestamps 5:48 - Greg and Tyler discuss the power of the super shoe and how it prolonged his career. 15:14 - Cancun Worlds was a break-through performance for Tyler. He describes how he felt and how it played out. There's no difference between 2nd & 3rd at a World Champs ... you either win, or you don't. 18:44 - Tyler and Greg discuss some of the highs and lows through his sporting career, and what he has learnt from them. 20:24 - Tyler explains how he ands Nikki created their training resume around their family of four children. They're trying to give you a wildcard to the Athens Olympics ... 23:18 - The inspiration to work hard can come from many different influences. Tyler explains how the people he was working with fulltime as a job, became his greatest inspiration to focus on his pro career. The down periods ... that's part-n-parcel of training hard ... 28:36 - Greg & Tyler discuss the changes that he has observed since starting the sport at age 7. 34:35 - What do you have to do to become a great and competitive athlete? Tyler explains. 39:31 - Greg & Tyler discuss his opinion on the IM championships splitting between Kona & Nice. 44:07 - Who Tyler feels is the greatest triathlete of all time? 47:45 - Who are three people you would you want to have dinner with (nonfamily, living or dead)? 48:55 - Greg & Tyler wrap their conversation up with some rapid fire questions and answers. One book you would recommend? Two most-used apps on your phone? Toughest race? First job? Out of 10, how cool are you? Who would you want to play a movie of your life? Which decade of music is the best? Favorite race? Where is somewhere you haven't been, you'd like to go? Greatest movie of all time? There's nothing like competition to make it the toughest 1:03:28 - Interview concludes.   Links Be sure and check out bennettendurance.com Find Greg on social media: Twitter @GregBennett1 Instagram @GregBennettWorld   And follow Tyler Butterfield Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tybutterfield Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyler.butterfield Twitter: https://twitter.com/TyButterfield

It was the final event of the men's gymnastics competition in the 2004 Athens Olympics. American Paul Hamm's hopes for the gold medal seemed to come crashing down. He made a lopsided landing and actually toppled into the judges' tables. That gave him a disappointing 9.137 score that virtually doomed his chances for a first place finish. After some moments of what he described as "depression," he decided to fight back with what would have to be the best two performances of his life, just to win the bronze. So, Paul took a deep breath and he began to move powerfully through the air with a routine that was filled with technical challenges. It was a nearly perfect performance with a solid landing at the end. His score: 9.837. At first, he didn't know what that meant in terms of a medal. Then he heard his coach screaming, "Olympic champion!" The gold medal was his. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "Messed Up But Getting Up." Paul Hamm messed up, but he didn't give up. He fell down, but he didn't stay down. Maybe that's a picture of you, or it's going to be a picture of you because you've messed up. You've made some mistakes. That failure could be final if you let it be. Or you can get up and you can make a defiant comeback. Which is exactly what the devil is counting on you not doing. He got you down. He's hoping you'll be discouraged, defeated, shamed. You'll stay down. Well, this is your day to say, "No way, Satan! I belong to Jesus, and in His strength, I am coming back!" That kind of comeback defiance is powerfully expressed in our word for today from the Word of God in Micah 7, beginning with verse 8. "Do not gloat over me, my enemy! Though I have fallen, I will rise. Though I sit in darkness, the Lord will be my light." Getting up again, coming back - that's a choice, and it's one you need to make this very day. Serve notice that the devil's victory is a temporary victory, and you're not staying down. Micah goes on to say, "Because I have sinned against you, I will bear the Lord's wrath, until he pleads my case and establishes my right." You can't recover unless you repent. The comeback trail really begins at the cross of Jesus where you acknowledge your sin and you remember that it took the death of God's Son to pay for it. How will He respond? Hebrews 7:25 says, "He is able to save completely those who come to God through Him, because He always lives to intercede for them." He pleads your case, and your sin is erased from God's Book. After a horrendous sin of immorality, here was David's turning point. He said, "I will confess my transgressions to the Lord...and You forgave me the guilt of my sin." Out of the darkness; back into the light. Micah's announcement of a spiritual comeback continues: "He will bring me out into the light; I will see His righteousness. Then my enemy will see it and will be covered with shame." I love this! The devil's been trying to bury you in shame. You need to get up; remove whatever junk might bring you down again, and then declare, "Lord, I am going to make the devil sorry he ever messed with me. I'm going to push back the darkness. I'm going to take prisoners away from him! He's going to be the one who ends up covered with shame!" You can be walking, talking proof of the grace, the love, and the restoring power of Jesus Christ; turning your fall into a mighty testimony for Jesus. That voice that's telling you, "It's over. What's the use? God doesn't love you after what you've done." That's the voice of hell. Those are lies! The truth is that according to the Bible, "where sin increased, grace increased all the more" (Romans 5:20). And because of God's amazing grace, your fall doesn't have to be final. You went down. Yes, but you're not staying down. You're going to come back more of a winner, and more of a warrior than ever before!

Welcome to the latest episode of the podcast. This week I am talking to Alison Mowbray, former Olympic medal winning rower in the British Rowing Team, and current leadership development consultant and coach. Alison initially pursued an academic career in microbiology, got her PhD, became a science teacher… and then tried out for national selection in the British Rowing Team. She's competed at the Olympics twice and won silver as part of the quad sculls team in 2004. After retiring Alison continued to set and achieve her goals that included ultra-marathons, an autobiography, becoming a rowing coach, hiking, dancing tango, and more! Phewf! Join us to hear more about how Alison pursues her goals and what she has learnt about ikigai and her life's purpose along the way.If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. In this episode you'll hear:How Alison pursued an academic path in Science, getting her PhD and becoming a science teacher before making the British Rowing Team at the age of 27How Alison decided what to do next after retiring from international rowingWhat marathon running taught Alison about how we can limit ourselves by the goals we setAbout the importance of doing things for yourself rather than always waiting for an external motivationAlison's advice on not judging what gives your life purpose, or comparing it to other people'sAbout Alison:Alison was on the British Rowing team for seven years and competed in five World Championships and two Olympic Games. Not being particularly sporty at school and having not even stepped in a boat until she went to Liverpool University at the age of 18, Alison then kept rowing on the back burner for many years while she pursued an academic career. Having achieved a 1st Class degree in Microbiology from Liverpool and a PhD in Molecular Microbiology from Cambridge University, Alison moved to London to train as a science teacher and attempt National selection. She made the British Rowing team that year at the age of 27. Two years later, she achieved last minute qualification for the Sydney 2000 Olympics, where she finished 10th in the single sculls event. Alison worked part-time as a science teacher while training full-time towards the Athens Olympics and in 2004, at the age of 33 and in the last race of her career achieved an Olympic silver medal in the final of the quad sculls. Retiring from international sport, Alison was a science teacher for several years alongside a developing career in Inspirational Speaking. She now works as a Leadership Development Consultant and Coach, hikes long-distance trails, runs marathons and ultra-marathons, dances tango and sings in a local choir. Alison also still coaches rowing, including to local children in Zambia in 2022.Alison wrote and published her autobiography: Gold Medal Flapjack. Silver Medal Life in 2013 and is currently finishing a Science/Lifestyle book called The 10 Healthy Habits.Connect with Alison:Autobiography: Gold Medal Flapjack. Silver Medal LifeLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alison-mowbray-33b36a13Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alisonmowbray.feelinginspired/Connect with JenniferLinked In:

Right, swimming! It's probably the discipline that frustrates triathletes most. It takes years of regular pool time to make even small gains. There is so much noise out there that choosing the right path for yourself is a big task. I'm fortunate to be at the front end of the triathlon swim, but everyone needs help which is why I turned to this week's guest, swim coach Josh Spencer, to help me understand why my shoulder was hurting after each swim. Josh highlighted some technical flaws and gave me some drills to help correct the problem. On chatting with Josh it turns out that we're pretty aligned in our approach to helping swimmers improve, and I really wanted to share some of his knowledge with you in this episode. There are many topics covered, including some you might find contrary to popular belief: There are only two ways to get faster in the pool Why swimming backstroke will improve your freestyle If you want to be a better swimmer you might need to up your mobility, not your volume The polarised approach to fitness works really well for swimming Sometimes you have to forget about the clock Even a 5-minute pre-swim warm-up can make a big difference to your pool session The YES or NO round - Josh's thoughts on popular swim tools Josh doesn't do social media but if you would like to contact him about swim coaching then please email him. We talked about the swim stroke of Alexander Popov. Please watch this video, there are some really good technical points from 13 minutes onwards. This is a great video. Probably the best ever men's 200m freestyle race (Athens Olympics 2004) - Thorpe v Van de Hoogenband v Phelps. Just watch the underwater footage of the catch. Almost perfect!!   Josh also recommends the following books: The Rise of the Ultra Runners: A Journey to the Edge of Human Endurance by Adharanand Finn Lifespan: Why We Age and Why We Don't Have To by David Sinclair To download your FREE 4-week mobility plan, please click here. Join our SWAT/High Performance Human tribe now, with a happiness guarantee! Join SWAT/High Performance Human tribe here. Purchase a copy of my High Performance Human e-book featuring more than 30 top tips on how to upgrade your life. If you would like to help offset the cost of our podcast production, we would be so grateful.  Please click here to support the HPH podcast.  Thank you! Visit Simon's website for more information about his coaching programmes.  Links to all of Simon's social media channels can be found here.  For any questions please email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.

Special treat for all those missing Off The Blocks Swimming Podcast   Welcome to The Shannon Rollason Podcast, a swimming podcast like no other. This Episode 1 and todays stories come from the Iconic 2004 Athens Olympic Games which was 17 years ago. Shannon gives us his insights into the lead up to the games including the long term goal setting that took place around winning the Women's 4x100 Freestyle relay for Australia, and how much work went into achieving that goal. We get his unique perspective on Jodie Henry winning Gold for Australia in the Women's 100m Freestyle, from the training, to the race itself and all the stories in between.  Along with Shannon's own athletes we discuss Thorpie's false start at trials in the Men's 400m Freestyle, the famous full body race suits from back in the day, the conditions in Athens with the village and the venues, as well as his take on some of the Iconic races including the race of the century, and Petria Thomas Gold winning performance in the Women's 100m Butterfly. You might have heard a lot of swimming podcasts, but you have never heard one like this. Amazing stories from a great time in our sport, from a man who is one of the best in the world, and was a part of all the legendary moments.  

HOUR 3: Can the Bulldogs slow down the Vols offense? Kyrie is finally suspended. National Champion Buck Belue of 680 The Fan talks Tennessee-Georgia. Bogusch is Stunned To A News. The DA Show remembers Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Guy.

Today's sporting history looks back to when our first and only ever cycling gold medal was won by Sarah Ulmer. She was racing at the 2004 Athens Olympics when she made history. 

As a young and rising gymnast in Montreal, she suffered career ending injuries which led her to switching to diving. Caroline took to it quickly and was on the road to the Athens Olympics as a synchro diver when she got a case of the "twisties," most recently made mainstream knowledge by Simone Biles in the last summer Olympics.   With not one but two careers ended too soon, she found the circus and hasn't looked back since. Caroline joins me on the podcast and shares her experiences in performing, the start of her other career in real estate and how she balances it all with a five year old daughter.    Find Carline on Instagram @lauzoncaro   Order your copy, ebook or audio book of UNDERSTANDING AERIAL SILKS on Amazon   Register for the FREE Mini Course by Wrap Your Head Around Silks HERE   You can reach me on Instagram @kerrywee1 and kerry@wrapyourheadaroundsilks.com

Episode: 3080 The First Marathon and the Athens Olympics of 1896.  Today, we run through the history of the marathon.

Even professional athletes aren't immune to cramping and dehydration. If you constantly suffer from these, your performance can be sorely affected. It's understandably frustrating, but it doesn't have to be — as long as you know your body well and how to optimise fuel and hydration to enhance your athletic performance. In this episode, sports scientist Andy Blow discusses the proper way to fuel and hydrate your body for peak athletic performance. We disuss sweat tests and how they can help you balance your intake of fluid and electrolytes. Andy shares the importance of carb fueling, along with the benefits of intermittent fasting and the keto diet. Lastly, Andy explains what his company, Precision Fuel & Hydration, does and its commitment to helping athletes achieve peak health and performance. If you want to learn more about proper fueling and hydration, then this episode is for you! 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Episode Highlights [03:51] Andy's Background Andy was a full-time athlete and studied sports science at university. Bringing together his degree and athletic background, he built his company, Precision Fuel & Hydration. Andy participated in triathlons and aimed for the 2004 Athens Olympics. His performance sweet-spot was races over an hour and less than five or six hours. [09:11] The Story Behind Precision Fuel & Hydration During races, Andy performed well in cool conditions. He noticed that he didn't do well in hot weather. He had a high sweat rate, which led to cramps and low sodium levels. After getting a sweat test, he discovered that he was losing too much salt through sweat.  So, he dialled up the sodium and reduced his fluid intake. The electrolyte dosage is crucial for optimum performance. Andy started Precision Fuel & Hydration by sweat testing people to determine how much fluid and electrolytes they need. [18:17] Gut Issues & Electrolytes Gut issues can occur when there's a mismatch between your physiology and the amount of electrolytes you're consuming. Listen to your body and make sure your intake of fluid and electrolytes are right for you. [21:23] How To Get A Sweat Test Precision Fuel & Hydration has sweat test centres in the UK, America, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. If you're interested in getting a sweat test, you can find their locations on their website or reach out to find someone local to you. Their website also has a free online hydration test. There's no "one size fits all" approach to hydration; an individualised approach to health is needed. [27:37] The Relationship Between Sodium & Potassium The relationship between the ratios of body fluid and electrolytes is essential. Sodium is the predominant electrolyte in your extracellular fluid, while potassium is the predominant electrolyte in your intracellular fluid. An imbalance between sodium and potassium can be detrimental. Potassium doses can be dangerous if not done properly. [27:37] The Role of Magnesium You don't lose vast amounts of magnesium when you sweat. However, some people find that taking magnesium supplements helps with cramps. The majority of cramping incidents can be solved with the right sodium supplementation, making it a game-changer in an athlete's performance. [37:11] Carb Fueling If you load up on carbs before endurance events, you can go faster for longer. The more carbohydrates you can oxidise, the lower the oxygen your body consumes in exercise, and the faster you can go — that's why marathon runners consume lots of carbs. Maximise carbohydrate intake and absorption for endurance events.  For fast moving-athletes, the minimum carbohydrate recommendation is around 60  to 90 grams per hour. Endurance training helps the body burn fat more efficiently, but when you're burning fat, your pace slows–which isn't optimal for racing. [47:54] What's In Their Gels? Precision Fuel & Hydration gels are maltodextrin-based with some fructose. Other gels are more like syrups, which can make people sick, but Precision Fuel & Hydration gels are like jelly or jam without flavour, colour, and electrolytes. Its ingredients are carbs, pectin, and citric acid. Fat adaptation and carbs depend on your body and activity. While carbs might seem unfashionable with the rise of the keto diet and fat adaptation, carb intake can also help with fueling. [57:22] Intermittent Fasting Andy cycles his carbohydrate intake around his activity level. His wife is interested in intermittent fasting from a scientifically-based perspective. He does not follow the same regime as his wife, but he skips breakfast and narrows his eating window depending on his activity. Doing intermittent fasting effectively fires up the same cellular machine. Don't be rigid about fasting and eat when you need to so you won't be deficient. [1:07:14] Find Out How Much Carbs You Need Their Quick Carb Calculator shows how many carbs you need per hour. You can also access one-on-one video calls with their sports science team so you can get an individualised approach. [1:09:26] Staying True To Their Mission Precision Fuel & Hydration began offering one-on-one video calls during the pandemic. They use automation to make these calls quick and simple. The core of their business is to be a resource for athletes — and they always keep this mission in mind as they scale. 7 Powerful Quotes ‘I thought I'd solve the problem for everyone because I was taking a high dose and I was just like high dose is the way to go. But you learn over time that actually that more individualized approach is the way to go.'   ‘The thing about body fluid and electrolytes is that the absolute levels of them are important. But what's even more important is the relationship between the ratios between them.'   ‘Sodium is the predominant electrolyte in your extracellular fluid. Potassium is the predominant electrolyte in your intracellular fluid. When you get those two seriously out of whack that can cause problems — no matter if you've got the right level of water.'   ‘What happens with 90 odd percent of athletes that have electrolyte disturbances, it's a sodium imbalance issue because extracellular fluid is very sodium rich. It doesn't have a lot of potassium in it.'   ‘At least the majority, if not a vast majority of that cramping, can be alleviated with the right sodium supplementation.'   ‘If you want to go fast doing endurance events even for multiple hours, carbohydrate is your friend and you kind of need to work on ways to maximise intake and absorption.'   ‘One-size-fits-all soundbite advice like, ‘With electrolytes, you need to do this. With fluid, you need to do this.' The reality is there's a little bit more or a lot more nuance in a lot of people's heads.' Resources Gain exclusive access and bonuses to Pushing the Limits Podcast by becoming a patron! Precision Fuel & Hydration website Connect with Andy: Twitter | LinkedIn About Andy Andy Blow is a sports scientist and co-founder of Precision Fuel & Hydration. He earned his degree in Sports and Exercise Science from the University of Bath. His expertise is sweat, dehydration, and cramping. He was formerly the team sports adviser for the Benetton and Renault and remains the Porsche Human Performance Centre adviser. An elite athlete in his youth, Andy finished in the top 10 of Ironman and IM 70.3 races, including winning an Xterra World title. His struggles with cramps and dehydration led to his specialisation in electrolyte replenishment and building Precision Fuel & Hydration. He's a leading figure in sports hydration and has co-authored several studies and books. His works have been published in BMJ Journals, Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, and Journal of the Endocrine Society. Learn more about Andy's work on the Precision Fuel & Hydration website. You can also connect with him on Twitter and LinkedIn. Enjoyed This Podcast? If you did, be sure to subscribe and share it with your friends! Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning in, then leave us a review. 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 Today's guest on The Homestretch w/Adrian Durant, is one of the most inspiring Track and Field Athlete in the World, Olympic Gold Medalist, 4 times World Long Jump Champion and National Track and Field Hall of Famer, none other than, Dwight Phillips. Phillips was a promising sprinter from his early days. He started competing in international events in 2003 but didn't win a medal. He came to prominence in 2003, when he won both the IAAF indoor and outdoor World Championships at Birmingham and Paris respectively. From there it was no stopping him. Just a year after, in 2004 Athens Olympics, Phillips was ranked number one in the world, and he won the gold medal by a margin of 12 cm over his compatriot John Moffitt. His winning jump of 8.59 meters was the fourth biggest in Olympic history. He kept on repeating the feat till 2011 and in 2013 Philips finally said goodbye to track and field as an athlete and started serving as athlete role model and In September 2020, SPIRE Institute and Academy signed Phillips to become an international track and field ambassador. In this video, Dwight will talk about his early days into track and field and how he started his career as a triple jumper but ended up as a Long Jump star. He shares his life story and what his childhood was like. We talk about journey from running at Arizona State University to serving in US national team. But all this success wasn't didn't come easy for Phillips; he earned every bit of it with struggle, hard work and perseverance. He suffered multiple severe injuries during his career but it didn't stop him from becoming a track & field star. Phillips also share the incidents when he suffered from severe back and neck injuries just before 2012 London Olympics and how he overcame it. Thank you for watching! Leave a like if you liked the interview and also share with you friends. Subscribe the channel for more such inspiring interviews with athletes and sports personalities and make sure to turn on notifications for future updates. Adrian Durant Instagram - @Akdcoach Twitter - @Akdcoach Facebook - Adrian Durant Ashley Kelly Instagram - @ashleynatasha Dwight Phillips Instagram - Dwightdagreat Twitter - Dwightdagreat Website - meetmymelanin.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/adriandurant)