Podcasts about Beijing Olympics

From a boy setting off small explosions in his living room to the creator of world-famous pyrotechnic events, multidisciplinary artist Cai Guo-Qiang has always been drawn to gunpowder. He gives a stunning tour of his work — including his fireworks spectacle at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, his "sky ladder" of fire reaching to the clouds and new work created with AI — and shows how his art probes the line between destruction and construction, control and freedom, violence and beauty. (This talk was delivered in Mandarin and translated live into English. The translation was put through a custom AI model of Cai Guo-Qiang's voice, powered by technology from Metaphysic. You'll hear how Cai would sound if he were speaking English.)This episode originally aired July 30, 2024.Want to help shape TED's shows going forward? Fill out our survey!Learn more about TED Next at ted.com/futureyouFor the Idea Search application, go to ted.com/ideasearch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This weekend interview is powered by Lululemon. Are you heading up to the Gold Coast Marathon? Lululemon is bringing together runners, crews, and clubs for one of the biggest weekends on the Australian run calendar. Join them for final race prep, recovery sessions, and post-race celebrations. You can register for the clubhouse here: https://events.bizzabo.com/738043/home This weekend interview is with decorated steeplechaser, middle distance runner and Olympian Youcef Abdi, talking with Brad about how running took him from Algeria to Australia. Recounting his days playing soccer in their village, Youcef talks about what his inspirations for getting into athletics leading him to representing Algeria for the 1500m in the 1996 World Junior Championships in Athletics held in Sydney. After the event, Youcef explored his options in his life and decided to make the move to Australia to pursue a career in athletics the transition, navigating accommodation, finding employment and visas to ultimately becoming an Australian citizen in 2000. After his citizenship Youcef recalls the infamous Sydney 2000 Olympic Trials 1500m race where Youcef was caught between Craig Mottram and Nick Howarth, the resulting re-run of that race while still pursuing an Olympic qualifying time. Rounding out this part of the interview Youcef shares with Brad his training structure in the early 2000s era, which emphasised on race-pace practice which earned him a Bronze medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games. Youcef Abdi picks off from last week recounting his bronze medal performance at the Manchester Commonwealth Games in the 1500m in detail. After going through his personal bests, Youcef talks about what led to his transition from the 1500m to Steeplechase after the campaign for the 2004 Athens Olympics, addressing the challenges in combining hurdling with raw speed. Brad asks about training in Eldoret, Kenya at the time of their elections in the lead up to Beijing 2008 Olympics and Youcef then talks about his 6th place at the 2008 Beijing Olympics before retiring after the London 2012 Olympics, giving insight for what he attributes to having a resilient and durable running career. Youcef rounds out this interview sharing what his current life as a Development Officer for Little Athletics and coming full circle returning to soccer. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com

With many municipal pools across South Africa falling into disrepair, finding a proper 50-metre facility to train and compete in has become a major hurdle for swimmers. But a new wave of hope is rising in Pietermaritzburg with Aqua Park, a state-of-the-art, R170 million aquatic centre set to transform the future of both Olympic and Paralympic swimming in the country. Leading the charge is Theo Verster, former Olympian and now head coach of South Africa's Paralympic swimming team. The facility, featuring world-class Myrtha pool technology, promises not only elite training standards but also broad community access to nurture new talent and keep South Africa competitive on the global stage. Verster, who represented the country at the Beijing Olympics before transitioning to coaching, says para sport is one of the fastest growing sports in South Africa. He believes Aqua Park, scheduled to be completed in mid-December, will be a critical springboard to return the nation's swimmers to their former medal-winning heights.

Continuous Glucose Monitors - or CGM's - tell you how much glucose is in your body in real-time. But can they be helpful for runners? As the carb revolution continues and we understand the importance of high-carb fueling for endurance performance, the next logical question to ask is: Well, what's the optimal level of glucose? Is there a range that's most beneficial? Coach Hunter Allen joins us to discuss how to train effectively with a CGM. He is a USA Cycling Level I coach, founder of the Peaks Coaching Group, cofounder of TrainingPeaks Software, and a former professional cyclist with the Navigators team. Hunter has been coaching endurance athletes since 1995 and was also the BMX technical coach for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. His new book is now available for preorder: Training and Competing with a Continuous Glucose Monitor:  A User's Guide for Athletes. In this episode we discuss:  What CGM's do and don't do How to calibrate a continuous glucose monitor The importance of finding your personal optimal range How to fuel to prevent crashes (AND spikes) Potential drawbacks and who a CGM is not for If you have not yet, make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast player so you never miss an episode of the Strength Running Podcast! More resources:  Nutrition Q&A with a Registered Dietitian The New Rules of Protein for Endurance Runners (podcast) Recovery Truths I Wish I Knew Earlier (video) Thank you Previnex! After resisting most supplements for the better part of my life, I'm cautiously changing my tune. I'm now a Masters runner and in my personal life, I'm optimizing for longevity. I want to be my healthiest self for as long as possible and I'm excited to partner with Previnex to make that happen. Previnex uses the most bioavailable, clinically tested ingredients, the optimal form and dose of each ingredient, pharmaceutical grade manufacturing, testing of raw ingredients and finished products. For every purchase you make, they also donate vitamins to kids in need. Their new Muscle Health Plus is something I'm now taking. Turning 40 – and having a thin frame – has made me realize that I need to prioritize lean muscle mass to stay healthy and age well. Muscle Health Plus has creatine, essential and branched chain amino acids, and it's designed in a way to maximize protein synthesis and the absorption of amino acids. Muscle Health Plus will help you prevent muscle damage, which is particularly important for aging runners who want to protect themselves from muscle loss and recover faster after hard workouts. As is true for all of their products, Previnex adheres to the highest of standards: their ingredients are clinically proven to do what they say they're going to do. They're now offering international shipping so if you live in the UK, Canada, Australia, or anywhere around the world, you can try Previnex as well. Previnex offers a 30-day money back guarantee. If you don't feel the benefits of their product, you get your money back no questions asked. With their focus on quality and customer satisfaction, I hope you'll try it! Use code jason15 for 15% off your first order at Previnex! Thank you LMNT! A big thanks to LMNT for their support of this episode! They make electrolyte drinks for athletes and low-carb folks with no sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. They are offering a free gift with your purchase at LMNT. And this does NOT have to be your first purchase. You'll get a sample pack with every flavor so you can try them all before deciding what you like best. And BIG news! Their newest flavor is now available for a limited time: LEMONADE SALT! LMNT's products have some of the highest sodium concentrations that you can find. Anybody who runs a lot knows that sodium, as well as other electrolytes like magnesium and potassium, are essential to our performance and how we feel throughout the day. If you're not familiar, LMNT is my favorite way to hydrate. They make electrolytes for athletes and low-carb folks with no Sugar, artificial ingredients, or colors. I'm now in the habit of giving away boxes of LMNT at group runs around Denver and Boulder and everyone loves this stuff. Boost your performance and your recovery with LMNT. They're the exclusive hydration partner to Team USA Weightlifting and quite a few professional baseball, hockey, and basketball teams are on regular subscriptions. So check out LMNT to get a free sampler pack and get your hydration optimized for the upcoming season.

The meeting discussed the impact of AI on employment, with concerns about increased productivity leading to unemployment. Stephen Burke highlighted the importance of liquidity in VC funds, noting a shift towards shorter durations. Ken Goldman emphasized that AI will support top professionals but challenge others. Bruce discussed the cost reduction in audits due to AI. The conversation shifted to geopolitical tensions, focusing on Israel's recent attacks on Iran, aiming to neutralize its nuclear program and leadership. The potential for regime change in Iran was debated, with concerns about regional stability and the role of economic elites. The discussion focused on geopolitical tensions and strategic alliances, particularly between Russia, China, and Iran. It was noted that Xi and Putin's plans were discussed at the Beijing Olympics, aiming to weaken Western influence. Concerns were raised about Iran's potential nuclear actions, driven by their Mahdi sect. Israel's nuclear strategy was debated, with a low probability of use unless in retaliation. China's vulnerabilities, including potential regime change and its relationship with Pakistan, were highlighted. The conversation also touched on Mexico's role, the potential for a unified North America, and the importance of space and AI in shaping future geopolitical dynamics.You can subscribe to various 361 events and content at https://361firm.com/subs. For reference:  - Web: www.361firm.com/home - Onboard as Investor: https://361.pub/shortdiag - Onboard Deals 361: www.361firm.com/onb - Onboard as Banker: www.361firm.com/bankers - Events: www.361firm.com/events - Content: www.youtube.com/361firm - Weekly Digests: www.361firm.com/digest

This week, Ryan and Bridget are answering a question about why athletes get paid what they do. In this bonus mini-episode of “Million Bazillion,” Bridget and Ryan hear from Colin Hufman, who competed in the 2022 Beijing Olympics with the U.S. curling team. Curling is a sport that's played on ice, in which players slide granite stones toward a target area. We'll learn about Colin's experience earning income as an Olympic athlete, including payments for medals, monthly stipends and promotional endorsements. The hosts realize that making a living as an Olympian involves a lot more than just training and competing in sports.

This week, Ryan and Bridget are answering a question about why athletes get paid what they do. In this bonus mini-episode of “Million Bazillion,” Bridget and Ryan hear from Colin Hufman, who competed in the 2022 Beijing Olympics with the U.S. curling team. Curling is a sport that's played on ice, in which players slide granite stones toward a target area. We'll learn about Colin's experience earning income as an Olympic athlete, including payments for medals, monthly stipends and promotional endorsements. The hosts realize that making a living as an Olympian involves a lot more than just training and competing in sports.

Episode Summary:Juliana Spicoluk, a former dancer turned global wellness influencer. Juliana's journey from rhythmic gymnastics in Ukraine to the entertainment world and eventually to creating the Boho Beautiful brand is a testament to resilience, passion, and reinvention.Juliana shares her personal story, from her beginnings in gymnastics and dance to her breakthrough with Boho Beautiful, which now boasts millions of subscribers and views. Her transition from the entertainment industry to health and wellness—focusing on yoga, Pilates, and mindfulness—was a natural evolution. Her ability to pivot from one career to another without losing her passion for movement is an inspiration to anyone in the arts.If you're a dancer, wellness enthusiast, or someone seeking to build a meaningful career in the creative industry, this episode is packed with wisdom and motivation. Show Notes:(0:00) Introduction to Juliana Spicoluk, founder of Boho Beautiful(2:00) Juliana's transition from rhythmic gymnastics to dance(6:00) Moving from entertainment to wellness with yoga and Pilates(10:00) Creating Boho Beautiful and building a global brand(12:30) Importance of cross-training for dancers(15:00) How dance influences Juliana's wellness work(18:00) Managing multiple passions and avoiding burnout(21:00) Building an authentic personal brand on social media(24:00) Growth of Boho Beautiful on YouTube(28:00) Overcoming challenges in the entertainment industry(32:00) Tips for dancers on staying consistent and focused(35:00) Using yoga and Pilates to improve dance performance(38:00) Juliana's focus on healing and trauma recovery(42:00) Final thoughts on passion, authenticity, and career evolutionBiography:Juliana's journey began in Siberia, Russia, and she grew up in a small village in Eastern Ukraine until she was 10. At that age, she, along with her parents and brother, moved to Vancouver, Canada.Her passion for Rhythmic Gymnastics ignited at the age of 7, shaping her early years into a full-time sports career. Juliana achieved remarkable milestones, becoming a two-time Canadian National Champion, earning silver and bronze medals at the Junior Pan American Games, and representing Canada in global competitions and World Championships. She even trained with the Canadian Olympic Development Team in preparation for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Unfortunately, a back injury dashed her Olympic dreams, leading her to retire from athletics to focus on her health.Post-retirement, Juliana discovered a new passion for dance, quickly becoming a competitive dancer and performing professionally with renowned artists like Beyoncé, Michael Buble, and on projects like "Sucker Punch" with Vanessa Hudgens. Additionally, she was part of the Girl Group "VNTY," signed to Universal Music Canada.Juliana has pursued various certifications in personal training, Pilates, and Yoga, including a 500-hour YTT from schools in Costa Rica and India. She continues to travel the world, learning from different opportunities, friends, and healers.Juliana's most profound role is that of a mother to her son, Xavian Lionheart Spicoluk, who has become her greatest teacher and spiritual guide. Today, she is known for her content centered around yoga, fitness, guided meditations, vegan food, self-awareness, and conscious living through her company, Boho Beautiful.Juliana, along with her husband and partner, Mark Spicoluk, has grown Boho Beautiful into a thriving community with over 2.8 million YouTube subscribers, 425,000+ Instagram followers, and a substantial following for their books and online programs. Their Boho Beautiful YouTube channel garners approximately 6-7 million monthly views, with a lifetime total of 435 million views since its inception.Connect on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/juliana.spicolukhttps://www.facebook.com/julianaspicoluk.bohobeautifulhttps://www.youtube.com/live/nsOiSMk611wWebsitewww.julianaspicoluk.com

We're back to the slopes today as we welcome back Aussie snowboarder Josie Baff to the show! Since we last spoke with Josie, she has gone on to massive success on the snowboard cross circuit, making her Olympic debut in 2022 as well as claiming World Championship silver in 2023 and multiple World Cup medals. We find out from Josie just what has brought about her success and how she is using it as momentum towards her second Olympics in Milano Cortina in 2026. We also find out more about her Beijing Olympics experience, including what it's like being besties with an Olympic medallist and finding out if she was able to replace her beloved Italian pin she got during her Youth Olympics experience. Added to this we find out more about death cookies, her love of ABBA and why her homemade granola is so damn epic. It's an epic chat that you won't want to miss!

For today's sporting history, Perlina talked to Adrian Blincoe who was a distance runner who represented New Zealand at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. He also held the New Zealand record for the 5000m for 15 years.

In this episode of Coach Unplugged, host Steve Collins introduces a segment from Coaching Youth Hoops. He starts by thanking sponsors Doctor Dish and teachhoops.com for their support. The focus shifts to the profound impact coaches have on their players. Using the movie "Grown Ups" as a reference, where former teammates reunite for their eighth-grade coach's funeral, the discussion highlights how deeply players remember their coaches. While players may forget specific plays or strategies, they vividly recall their coaches' personalities, how they were treated, and whether they felt valued as individuals. The episode underscores that most players won't reach professional levels, but they will remember their coaches for life. This lasting influence was evident in a 2008 Beijing Olympics study, where a strong coach-athlete relationship was identified as the most crucial factor in athletes achieving their best, surpassing equipment, training, and nutrition. To build these impactful relationships, coaches need to focus on two main aspects: helping players improve and supporting them unconditionally. Players respect and remember coaches who genuinely invest in their development and well-being. This dedication fosters a lasting, positive influence on their lives, highlighting the significant role coaches play beyond the game itself. ⁠GameChanger Website⁠ ⁠Dr Dish Website⁠ ⁠CoachingYouthHoops.com⁠ ⁠https://forms.gle/kQ8zyxgfqwUA3ChU7⁠ ⁠Coach Collins Coaching Store⁠ Check out.  [Teachhoops.com](⁠https://teachhoops.com/⁠) 14 day Free Trial Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast Apple link: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302⁠ Spotify link: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A⁠ ⁠Funnel Down Defense Podcast⁠ ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/funnel-down-defense/id1593734011⁠ Want More ⁠Funnel Down Defense⁠ ⁠https://coachcollins.podia.com/funnel-down-defense⁠ [Facebook Group . Basketball Coaches](⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/basketballcoaches/)⁠ [Facebook Group . Basketball Drills](⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/321590381624013/)⁠ Want to Get a Question Answered? [ Leave a Question here](⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/Teachhoops⁠) Check out our other podcast [High School Hoops ](⁠https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/high-school-hoops-coaching-high-school-basketball/id1441192866⁠) Check out our Sponsors [HERE](https://drdishbasketball.com/) Mention Coach Unplugged and get 350 dollars off your next purchase basketball resources free basketball resources Coach Unplugged Basketball drills, basketball coach, basketball workouts, basketball dribbling drills,  ball handling drills, passing drills, shooting drills, basketball training equipment, basketball conditioning, fun basketball games, basketball jerseys, basketball shooting machine, basketball shot, basketball ball, basketball training, basketball camps, youth basketball, youth basketball leagues, basketball recruiting, basketball coaching jobs, basketball tryouts, basketball coach, youth basketball drills, The Basketball Podcast, How to Coach Basketball, Funnel Down Defense FDD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As an accomplished model and silver-medal winning Olympian, Kim Glass knows what it takes to succeed. But behind the accolades and achievements, she has also experienced more hardship in the past decade than most will experience in a lifetime. When she was randomly attacked by an unhoused man, resulting in multiple facial fractures and eye injuries, her seemingly picture-perfect life was flipped upside down… and everything she thought years as an elite athlete had taught her about resilience in the face of adversity changed forever.Now, she is a beacon of hope for everyone who has been knocked down by random circumstances, and on today's episode she is sharing it all. Tune in to hear the true story of her experience at the Beijing Olympics, exactly what went down on that infamous day in Los Angeles that left her hospitalized, the physical and emotional work she took on to rebuild her life and come out the other side of trauma able to thrive, and her unlikely journey to her twin pregnancy. If you want to learn how to shed setbacks, look defeat in the eye, and live up to your potential in life and work, tune into this episode of The Gratitudeology Podcast now.IN THIS EPISODE:[01:35] Jamie introduces Kim Glass[04:11] Kim begins to talk about her youth and the start of her volleyball career.[08:13] Kim explains what it was like to be in the Olympics, her team's attitudes, and a horrific attack on her team mate's parents. [12:14] Kim talks about her experience as a fitness model.[14:51] Kim recounts the brutal attack she endured by an unhoused man.[19:01] Kim talks about her empathy towards her attacker[20:08] Kim shares her gratitude practices that helped her mentally recover from the trauma. [21:33] Kim describes how she manifested her twins.KEY TAKEAWAYS:[15:33] Kim on “instincts matter”.[21:05] Kim states that she “doesn't regret it happening to [her]” and highlights the strength of empathy and resilience. ************Make sure to follow Jamie @jamiehess on Instagram for news & updates, and visit our companion Instagram account @gratitudeology for a sneak peek into the personal moments discussed on the show.************Thank you to Kim Glass for sharing your truth with us today. Follow Kim on Instagram @itskimglass************The Gratitudeology Podcast theme music is by HYLLS, performed by Nadia Ali @thenadiaali Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Steve Thompson, Manager of Player Development for Goaltending for USA Hockey. Thompson played college hockey at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and now is an integral part of USA Hockey's goaltending development. This episode has so many great nuggets not just for our goalies, but coaches, parents, and players too! In this episode we talk about: — Thompson's unique experience at the Beijing Olympics having to quarantine because of Covid — Advice for non-goalie coaches to help their goalies in games, practices, etc. — The shortage of goaltenders and why it is a big deal — How goalies should choose what team to play for AND SO MUCH MORE! Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar! And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS; We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! If you'd like to join our Hockey Think Tank Community, head over to Community.TheHockeyThinkTank.com and check it out! PARENTS & RECRUITING 101 COURSES BLUEPRINT ORGANIZATION REFERRAL Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank

Episode 296 There's a strange phenomenon in the plant world that we've known about for ages - but have only just figured out how to make use of it. Thanks to a process that sometimes happens during plant grafting, we can give plants skin transplants. This process produces ‘graft chimeras', which have been seen as mere curiosities for many years. But now one company in the Netherlands is now planning to do something more with them, creating a whole new world of plant combinations that could produce more pest resistant crops or more delicious fruits. Air pollution in China has been a hot topic for many years, especially since the 2008 Beijing Olympics. But China has been successful in bringing emissions from aerosols down drastically - a massive win for the health of people in the country. However, there's been an unintended consequence, as their efforts to clean the air have caused a spike in the rate of global warming. What's going on? Find out how this all links to the subject of geoengineering. The oldest ivory tools ever found have been discovered in Ukraine. Thought to be created by our ancient ancestor, Homo heidelbergensis, these tools made from mammoth tusks are 400,000 years old. They give a surprising window into the lives of ancient humans - who may have been more intelligent than we realised. Chapters: (00:31) Giving plants skin transplants (07:16) How China's pollution win has spiked global temperatures (16:34) The oldest ivory tools ever found Hosted by Rowan Hooper and Penny Sarchet, with guests Michael Le Page, Madeleine Cuff, Jeroen Stuurman and Vadim Stepanchuk. To read more about these stories, visit https://www.newscientist.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to rebuild an airline brand after the devastating impact of a global pandemic? Ed Bell, General Manager Brand, Insights and Marketing Communications at Cathay Pacific, takes us behind the scenes of one of aviation's most remarkable recovery stories.Bell's journey from agency dynamo during China's economic boom to airline marketing leader offers a masterclass in resilience and strategic thinking. Having worked on iconic launches like the Motorola Razr and Beijing Olympics with Adidas, he brings a unique perspective on what truly drives consumer choice in premium markets.At the heart of Cathay Pacific's revival is a refreshingly straightforward philosophy: happy staff create happy customers, who in turn generate strong financial results. During the darkest days of the pandemic, when budgets disappeared and uncertainty reigned, the airline doubled down on celebrating their employees through "Cathay Stories" - showcasing extraordinary acts of dedication that maintained morale when it mattered most.Rather than competing through flashy amenities, Cathay embraces "human-centric design" - creating experiences that make passengers feel genuinely at home. This approach extends from their more residential-feeling lounges to communications that emphasize emotional connection rather than feature lists. As Bell explains, they position themselves as "the winds beneath your wings," not the star of the show.For marketers in any industry, Bell's insights on measuring effectiveness are particularly valuable. Through sophisticated modelling, Cathay has quantified that brand emotions drive approximately 50% of consumer choices, with a 1% increase in consideration across just four markets translating to half a billion dollars in value. This data-driven approach helps marketing secure its rightful place in business strategy conversations.Listen now to discover how Cathay Pacific is soaring again, and why Bell believes that regardless of technology trends, "the battle for business starts in the mind" of your customers.About Ed Bell, General Manager Brand, Insights and Marketing Communications, Cathay PacificEd Bell is responsible for the development of brand strategy, consumer insights, loyalty marketing and marketing communications for the Cathay Pacific group globally.He has spent the majority of his career in marketing strategy and later as a CEO for marketing and communication consultancies across Asia and Greater China, working for a diverse set of brands and businesses.A seasoned marketing professional, he is the recipient of the prestigious IPA and Jay Chiat awards for marketing effectiveness and strategy and is a regular author and speaker.Originally from Melbourne, Ed trained in psychology and later marketing. He is married with three children and calls Hong Kong home.Subscribe to the WFA #BetterMarketing podcast on: -Apple: https://apple.co/3IHnh6Z -Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ZvNpro -YouTube Music: https://bit.ly/47eQTTj -YouTube Video: https://bit.ly/4idYNB6

This week we sit down with Olympic gold medalist and world champion gymnast, Shawn Johnson East, as she shares her inspiring journey. Shawn opens up about her childhood, getting into gymnastics, and the intense training that led her to become a world champion. She takes us behind the scenes of the unforgettable 2008 Beijing Olympics, where she captured gold and made history, and reflects on the emotional highs and challenges of competing on the world stage. Shawn also discusses life after the Olympics, balancing motherhood, overcoming injuries, and finding fulfillment beyond gymnastics. Shawn concludes with some words of wisdom to other aspiring athletes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rasa Troup, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, OLY is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian with over 20 years of experience. She also owns Rasa Nutrition where she helps clients create a healthy relationship with food. Rasa also competed in the Beijing Olympics and has served as a trusted voice regarding nutrition for various communities, including The Minnesota Vikings, The Minnesota Twins, The University of Minnesota Athletics, The Emily Program, and TRia Orthopedic, among others.In our time together, Rasa shares about her own struggles with nutrition as a competitive athlete and Olympian. She also highlights common lies in the field of nutrition, such as certain bodies having more value (based on their size and shape), as well as health having a ‘look.' Rasa also gives important insight regarding the recent rise in the use of GLP-1 medications, including potential dangers to be considered. Overall, Rasa demonstrates the importance of flexibility and non-perfection when it comes to nutrition and so helpfully reminds us that our bodies indeed do not need to be fixed.Informed Consent for GLP-1 medications document discussed in this episode:https://sizeinclusivemedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MSSI-GLP1-Informed-Consent-10.pdfBuy Melissa L. Johnson's book, Soul-Deep Beauty: Fighting for Our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless, here. Learn more about Impossible Beauty and join the community here.

Max Commençal calls her the queen of queens of queens. And I guarantee that after listening to this episode, you'll understand why.Anne-Caroline Chausson is a 12-time Downhill Mountain Bike World Champion and an Olympic BMX racing Champion, winning gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.------Please pay a visit to our sponsor buycycle and save 30% off the seller's and buyers's fees with the code ENROUE30 on buycycleCheck:  bit.ly/enrouelibrebuycycle------A huge thanks to Max Commençal for supporting this very special episode

Today Art Blanchford welcomes Olympic athlete, father, and leadership performance coach Mark Hunter. Mark shares his journey from the pinnacle of sports achievement to the profound and transformative role of being a parent. Mark opens up about the life-changing moment of his daughter's arrival, bringing to light the emotional upheaval and overwhelming responsibilities that accompany the transition into parenthood. His story exemplifies how the shift from professional glory to personal joy reshapes priorities and challenges one to find relatable advice in this new life stage.Mark points out the value of embracing seemingly ordinary moments, like nursery pick-ups or car rides, which become cherished memories and opportunities to strengthen bonds with our children. You'll hear Mark's thoughts on modeling uncertainty and fostering genuine interactions while navigating the bittersweet reality of watching children grow up.Through his stories and insights, Mark highlights the importance of maintaining strong family bonds and the rewards of being present and intentional in our interactions with our children. Tune in for advice that resonates with both new and seasoned parents as we explore how to nurture and cherish these precious relationships. Mark Hunter MBE, OLY, born in 1978 in Forest Gate, London, is a former Olympic rower who represented Great Britain from 1995 to 2012. He competed in three Olympic Games, winning Gold in the Lightweight Men's Double Sculls at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and earning a Silver medal in 2012 in London. A two-time World Champion, Mark was awarded an MBE in 2009 for his contributions to rowing. After retiring in 2013, he became a Leadership and Performance consultant. He now focuses on his family, sharing his transition from elite sports to business and parenthood.In This Episode:(00:00) Mark's Most Meaningful Transition(08:30) Parenting Through Life Transitions(15:19) Life's Shift to Greater Responsibility(20:24) Embracing & Overcoming Challenges and Pushing Limits(27:25) Taking Action Despite Feelings(26:37) Parenting With Intention(37:37) Reflections on Seven Years of Fatherhood(42:17) Parenthood and Prioritizing Relationships(44:14) Maintaining Strong Family Bonds(47:52) Final questionsSend us your comments, like and subscribe to hear all of our future episodes! About the show:Welcome to Life in Transition, a podcast, and community designed for those navigating the transformative midlife journey. Our mission is to guide you through this pivotal time, offering inspiration, tools, and a supportive community to help you live with intention, clarity, and purpose. Here, we explore stories of real people facing changes, reimagining their careers, and building meaningful relationships—all to live a life with no regrets.Whether you're feeling stuck in your career, redefining personal goals, or seeking a renewed sense of purpose, Life in Transition provides insightful content to spark your journey. Beyond the podcast, we offer exclusive coaching services, community-based programs, and online courses, tailored to support you in navigating life's complexities with confidence and resilience.Join us as we dive into actionable strategies and heart-to-heart conversations to transform your mindset and help you create the life you've envisioned. About the host: I'm Art Blanchford, and this is Life in Transition, a podcast about making the most of the changes we're given. As a married father of three teenagers, long-time global business executive, and adventurer, I've been through hundreds of transitions in my life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness I could never have imagined. You'll get to hear all about them on this podcast so that together, we can create more love and joy in our lives — no matter what transitions we go through. Resources: Mark Hunter LinkedInTwitter/Instagram: markhuntergb The Anatomy of PeaceEmail Art Blanchfordlifeintransitionpodcast.cominstagram.com/lifeintransitionpodcastfacebook.com/profile.php?id=100095280279752 Join Our Community: art-blanchford.mykajabi.com/mid-life-transition-mastery-community My new book "PURPOSEFUL LIVING" is out now. Order it now: https://a.co/d/cJKOpo6 Explore our website https://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.The views and opinions expressed on the “Life In Transition” podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.

A warm welcome back to our Moneda visionaries. In the first week of the Trump administration, several actions have deeply impacted our community, particularly with heightened immigration enforcement and the removal of Spanish-language resources from the White House website. These moves, coupled with the threat of large-scale deportations, DEI order, and the dismantling of environmental justice programs disproportionately affect Latinos. At Moneda Moves, we understand the power of stories, and we are committed to reporting responsibly at the intersection of money and cultura, especially as it applies to our leading entrepreneurial population. The numbers don't lie: Latinos accounted for 36% of all new businesses in 2023, nearly double their 19% representation in the U.S. population. Immigrant Latinos are more than twice as likely to start a net new business compared to the U.S.-born population. The stories we tell matter, and more than ever, they will continue to shape our reality. That's why we started this platform—to ensure that the builders in our communities are seen and heard, especially when our contributions to the American economy and society for a long time went unrecognized in national headlines. Fundamentally, Moneda Moves believes in the inherent value of our community, as humans, but also in critical mass, and in our culture. This commitment remains steadfast.  In conversations with ecosystem builders who are working with underrepresented communities, it has been refreshing to know that we are not alone in this journey. A recent discussion reaffirmed the importance of staying informed, knowing our numbers which undeniably show the impact that we have together and how storytelling has the ability to create change. I highly recommend reading the 2023 State of Latino Entrepreneurship report by the Latino Business Action Network (LBAN) and Stanford Graduate School of Business.  The future is ours to shape, and we will continue to ensure that our stories are told with integrity and respect. This is why we are also joined today by Fernando Hurtado, a former manager of digital video for NBCUniversal Local and the host/producer of Bísness School. Bísness School is a podcast that highlights the stories of Latino-owned businesses and the fact that Latinos are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States. That series won a silver Signal Award in 2024. Fernando has recently launched The Hyphen, a YouTube channel that covers one of the fastest-growing demographics, U.S. Latinos, with deeply researched, visually rich stories.  Beyond podcasting at major networks, Fernando was the lead producer on NBC's My New Favorite Olympian podcast, which was named best sports podcast at the Cynopsis Sports Media Awards.  He's expanded his coverage in this arena to the Paris, Tokyo, and Beijing Olympics for NBCUniversal Local. Hurtado was named to Broadcasting + Cable's 40 Under 40 in 2023. Prior to NBC, Fernando was at ATTN: and Sinclair Broadcast Group as a producer and editor. He is a graduate of the University of Southern California and lives in Los Angeles. He is currently an adjunct instructor of visual journalism and multiplatform Olympic and Paralympic storytelling there.  This journalist's mission is to highlight Latino-owned businesses in English in order to reach younger bilingual audiences who are looking for positive representation in entrepreneurial spaces. In his effort to do so, he has produced over 20 episodes with successful Latino entrepreneurs, including Annie Leal, the owner of the $4M business, I Love Chamoy. It is no surprise that while living in Los Angeles, Fernando, like myself hails from Chicago, which is heavily influenced by Latino-run businesses, in neighborhoods from La Villita to Pilsen and Humboldt Park. In addition to raising awareness about these businesses, he's also sharing what's working for them and what challenges they are facing in the entrepreneurial space so that other Latino entrepreneurs can learn from their stories. This week, Fernando shares how Latino entrepreneurs are using their stories to better market their products, why Latino businesses are seen as too niche or exclusive to other communities, and what trends he's seeing in 2025.  Follow Fernando on Instagram @byfernandoh and his website. Follow the The Hyphen podcast on YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Bísness School podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts.  Follow Moneda Moves on Instagram: @MonedaMoves Follow your host Lyanne Alfaro on Instagram: @LyanneAlfaro Main podcast theme song from Premium Beat. Our music is from Epidemic Sound. Podcast production for this episode was provided by Sarah Tulloch and her podcast production company, CCST.

After returning to the slopes last week with a great returning winter guest, we're doing the same once more today as we welcome back Australian skeleton racer Nick Timmings to find out how he is prepping for the 2026 Olympics, how the Beijing Olympic experience was for him in 2022 and everything else in between! We hear from Nick about why his Beijing experience wasn't exactly what he was hoping it to be but how it helped spur him on in continue in the sport and track towards his second Olympics next year. We also find out how his Beijing experience enabled him to have a different Olympic experience in Paris last year and contribute to the Olympics in a much different way. Added to this we clear the air and talk about the elephant in the room when it comes to a certain co-host of this show and his comments about Nick during the 2022 Olympics, find out why Tasmania was one of the coldest places he has ever been to and cotinue our campaign to get a sliding track built in Australia for the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane. It's an amazing chat that once again you won't want to miss!

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Ash Delaney shares his journey from competing in the Beijing Olympics to shaping the careers of some of Australia's top swimmers today, including insights on his coaching philosophy, the evolution of sprint training, and his pivotal role in guiding athletes like Kyle Chalmers and Isaac Cooper. Become a part of the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sprint Revolution⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Get access to our growing collection of workouts, seminars, and exclusive content. New items added every month. ✓ 1 Month of Sprint Workouts (24 New Workouts Each Month) ✓ Online Educational Seminar ✓ Live Q & A with Brett Once a Month ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SWIMNERD:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our new timing equipment! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INTL SWIMMING HALL OF FAME:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Keep our sport's history alive by joining the 1 in 1000 Club! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #swimming #swimmer #swimcoach

What sparks your curiosity and drives you to navigate life's unexpected turns? Join us with guest, Jamie Yuccas, a distinguished CBS News correspondent and Minnesota native. Jamie's profound insights into her dynamic career, from internships during 9/11, to COVID-19, to the Beijing Olympics to George Floyd protests, and elections over the years will captivate anyone interested in the intricacies of journalism and the emotional tolls of covering these sensitive topics. Jamie offers a unique perspective on maintaining professionalism with on-air wardrobe tips that guide aspiring young women in journalism, sharing how she manages to project confidence and authenticity despite the demands of her role. Through it all, Jamie emphasizes the power of open-minded dialogue, empathy and connection, encouraging a shift towards understanding multiple truths in today's complex world.  Our Non Profit Spotlight is Special Needs Network _ Katie Harms @ katie@katieharms.com, www.katieharms.com or Lisa Rubin @ lisa@wardrobeconsulting.net, www.wardrobeconsulting.net . Follow Us On: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook YouTube Please take a moment to rate our podcast wherever you are reading or listening to this! Thank you! We are thankful to our sponsor Sweet Ivy

Reviewed THE REDEEM TEAM film with my cool cousin Will! Discussed Team USA Basketball, Kobe, Lebron, International ball & more! U.S. Olympic Men's Basketball team travel to the 2008 Beijing Olympics to embark on a quest for the coveted gold medal that eluded them 4 years prior & make team history. Visit ​⁠‪@roadtowilliam‬ youtube for creative content & listen to C-K.I.D. songs on music platforms! Please like, comment & subscribe! #usabasketball #olympics #sports #basketball #nba #wnba #olympicsports #olympicgames #lebronjames #goldmedal #teamusatryout #teamusabasketball #teamusa #lbj #kingjames #lebron #lebronjames23 #lebrongoat #lebronedits #lebronjameshighlights #kobe #kobebryant #mambamentality #dwyanewade #carmeloanthony #chrisbosh #chrispaul #jasonkidd #summerolympics #fibaworldcup #fiba #dreamteam #internationalbasketball #overseasbasketball #redeemteam #lakers #netflix #netflixfilm #netflixmovies #netflixdocumentary #coachk #beijingolympics #beijingchina #olympicbasketball #dwighthoward #utahjazz #cavs #raptors #orlandomagic #pistons #miamiheat #bucks #mavericks #basketballdunk #basketballtournament #ballgame #hoops #hoopin #nbahighlights #basketballsports #nbabasketball #nbanews #shootinghoops #shootingsports #shooting #shoot #shootyourshot #basketballhighlights #basketballclips #basketballshow #bball #basketballsports #basketballstars #ballislife #basketballfamily #basketballstar #basketballtalk #nbatalk #nbanews #ballin #basketballismylife #basketballforever #basketballislife #bballislife #ballislife #basketballseason #basketballneverstops #ballseason #ilovebasketball #basketballtiktok #hooper #hoopz #hooplife #hoopstar #NBAAllStar #basketballstar #basketballchallenge #basketballedits #basketball4life #basketballboys #basketballgirl #basketballplayer #nbatiktok #hoopsnation #nbanation #nbalovers #basketballlovers #basketballlove #nbalove #basketballtime #basketballgame #nbadebate #nbatwitter #nbaplayoffs #nbateams #basketballgame #basketballcoach #basketballmoves #basketballskills #dunk #nbaclips #nbaeditsI BE BALLIN Basketball show's theme song. This song is the introduction to what the I BE BALLIN channel is all about. It's here to bring you basketball discussions and debates. I'm Ashley Hewing, the host of the I BE BALLIN BASKETBALL SHOW! I started this show because I love talking about and watching basketball with others. I am shy but if I'm talking about basketball I open up a lot. I started playing basketball and writing rhymes since elementary school.

Join me on this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast as I sit down with the electric Chaunté Lowe! From Olympic high jumper to motivational speaker, Chaunté's journey is a testament to resilience, integrity, and the power of a positive mindset. Chaunté reflects on her progression in athletics, from earning a retroactive Olympic bronze to becoming a world champion. With deep-rooted values of hard work and preparation, she offers insights that parallel our own themes of hope and positivity. Her ability to relate her Olympic journey to helping people find their own “Olympics” in life is truly inspiring. Her childhood in Riverside, California, underscored by poverty and domestic violence, shaped her resilience and commitment to breaking the cycle through education and mentorship.  This episode is brimming with heartfelt stories, valuable insights, and Chaunté's undeniable spirit!   About Chaunté, Chaunté Lowe is the story of determination perseverance and strength.  Not only is Lowe a mother of 3, a wife and a finance professional; she is also a professional athlete, an American Record Holder, a 4-time Olympian, a 3-Time World Championship medalist, and 12 times US National Champion. When speaking she is true to how she performs. She is animated, entertaining and humorous. She dances and plays to the crowd as she shares her stories of beating impossible odds, time and time again. She possesses the ability to keep the group engaged and hanging on her every word or jump. Those who get a chance to encounter her leave inspired and motivated. Her infectious personality is electrifying.  You can't help but leave an interaction with her with a winning, "I can do ANYTHING" attitude. Lowe was able to realize her childhood dream of going to the Olympics at only 20-years-old, making her the first woman from Georgia Tech's track and field team to become an Olympian.  The following year, Lowe won silver at the 2005 World Championships to become the first American woman to win a world outdoor championships high jump medal since Louise Ritter won bronze at the inaugural event in Helsinki in 1983. Lowe is always a crowd favorite with impossibly defined abs, dramatic dance moves, and even the occasional backflip. Lowe graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in economics. In 2008 she represented her country again in the high jump at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Days after returning from the 2012 Olympic Games, started teaching trigonometry at Grayson High School in Atlanta. Married triple jumper Mario Lowe on August 21, 2005, and gave birth to daughter Jasmine in July 2007 and Aurora in April 2011 and Mario Josiah in 2013.  Lowe has broken the American Record 3 Times and is the current indoor and outdoor American Record holder with 2.02m (6'-7.5”) and 2.05 (6'8.75”) meters respectively. In addition to her Olympic Games appearances, she has represented the United States on six world championship teams. The story is not over; she most recently represented the US in her fourth Olympic Games in the summer of 2016 and is showing no signs of stopping any time soon. Don't be surprised to see her jumping in her 5th Olympic Games in Tokyo the summer of 2020.   Here's some additional resources for you... Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11 Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It's advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters. Join me for my Day of Development! You'll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You'll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It's time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here. Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

Today's conversation is with a good friend of mine. Paul Ince, a.k.a. BizPaul, is the owner and founder of LikeMind Media, a content marketing agency in Loughborough, UK, as well as the founder of the MarketEd Live conference.We talk about how Paul Ince, regular human, became Biz Paul, content marketing thought leader, back in the early days of social media. We also talk about being in touch with the things that light you up about what you do, and the challenges that can come along with expansion, especially if what your clients are really buying is you.Finally, we get into my favorite thing about a personal brand: no matter what it is that you do, other people do it too, so what really makes you the right person for someone to work with? Because it's not about what you deliver. It's about what you personally bring to the table–and that, of course, is your personal brand.A few of the things we hit in today's episode:Working for a national technology company How the 2008 Beijing Olympic games indirectly led to @bizpaul Becoming a content creator in the tech space“I had no intention of setting up a business…”Trying to sell an app people weren't ready for……and deciding to focus on closing that knowledge gap insteadPaul's first cringey business cardPaul's first cringey pitch deck (it worked!)Not the footballerHow events changed the gameMarketEd LiveStarting to take on helpBalancing BizPaul and LikeMind Media“I don't really want to be known as the funky-shirted marketing guy…”What keeps him in the gameWhat he truly deliversWhat makes someone a fit—or not a fit⏤or LikeMind MediaWhat people are really buying into when it comes to BizPaul“Maybe it's a Gen X thing. I suspect it might be…”Find Paul:BizPaul.comPaulInce.comLikeMind.MediaLinkedInInstagram❤️Get Started on Your Personal Brand Journey with a sampling of Christine's Personal Branding Questions here: https://www.gritmon.com/talkaboutmybrandSubscribe to the Let's Talk About Brand Newsletter that goes out weekly to ensure you don't miss a beat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LaNae Barnes is the Local Market Executive for Bank of America in Cincinnati and works in partnership with the market President leadership team to help connect businesses, families and individuals to the banking and investment teams that will help improve their financial lives. She deploys Bank of America's resources in the market to address social and economic concerns and build strong communities. More specifically, LaNae is responsible for the development and execution of the market plan, designed to drive revenue growth, employee engagement and corporate reputation. In addition, she oversees community partnerships, sponsorships and philanthropy in Cincinnati. LaNae is a native of Dallas, and an accomplished full scholarship track & field athlete at Syracuse University, where she was training for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.   She and her husband live in Cincinnati with their twin daughters.   Scott Thompson is the founder of RESLV. He founded the agency in 2016 with a vision for elevating his clients' businesses by producing high-quality content that highlights their unique characteristics.  He has grown the company from its humble roots to an Emmy award-winning agency whose reach extends around the world.     Scott leads his team with a foundational commitment to transparency, creativity, and respect, valuing each team member's expertise and insights as they provide innovative content to their clients.    Scott currently serves as a Chair of the Evanston Business Association in Cincinnati and was recently elected to the NATAS Ohio Valley Board of Governors, the organization that oversees the Emmy awards.  Storyteling is his passion, and he and his team are commited to showcasing the very best of Cincinnati.  

In the mid-2000s, the world's attention increasingly turned toward Asia, driven by the region's rapid economic growth – not to mention the 2008 Beijing Olympics. It was within this atmosphere of excitement and potential that Joey Wong made a pivotal career decision. Having grown up in Los Angeles after her family immigrated from Hong Kong, Wong had always been drawn to math and science, a passion that led her to MIT, where she studied economics and business. Initially, Wong's goal was to pursue a career in government economic policy, but the lengthy academic path it required made her rethink her future. “I realized that would mean many more years of studying before I had the credentials,” she recalls. Determined to put her skills into practice, Wong set her sights on business instead. Feeling a deep connection to Asia and recognizing that her Chinese language skills could provide a competitive edge, she took a bold step and accepted an internship with Morgan Stanley in Hong Kong.Immersed in the vibrant financial markets of Asia, she initially focused on media and telecommunications companies—two sectors experiencing significant growth in the region.Today, as CFO of Lenovo's Asia Pacific PCSD division, Wong continues to leverage her deep expertise in regional markets, utilizing the financial and strategic acumen she developed early on. Her understanding of the business landscape in Asia has made her a key player in Lenovo's growth story, driving initiatives that capitalize on the region's evolving opportunities.In an interesting twist, the same Beijing Olympics that helped attract Wong back to Asia also played a significant role in shaping Lenovo's global brand image. As an official sponsor of the 2008 Games, Lenovo provided over 30,000 pieces of equipment, including PCs and servers, showcasing its technological prowess on the world stage. It's fitting, then, that the event which in part first sparked Wong's desire to return to Asia also foreshadowed her future at Lenovo, where she now contributes to the same brand that made headlines during the Games. In some ways, that excitement of the games not only marked the start of an era for Asia but also the beginning of Wong's career.

Enter our Giveaway! Get in on it before it's gone!Keri and Kelly's new book, Whatever the Hell you Want: An Escape Plan to Break Out of Life's Little Boxes and Live Free from Expectations is coming out October 8th, but you can pre-order it NOW! And there are bonuses for you if you do! Our fabulous podcast listeners can win the deluxe new AirPods Max headphones. Here's how to enter: 1. Pre-order the book on Amazon at this link between August 14th and October 8. 2. Post a podcast review on your favorite listening app 3. Post your book receipt on Facebook or Instagram using the hashtags #WhateverTheHellYouWant and #VoicesforChildren and you will be entered into the drawing! Done! The deadline for entries is midnight Pacific Time on October 8th. The winner will be announced in our October 16th episode. Episode Summary: Swimming  has always been something that the black culture can do. Trust me, I've been to the Olympics. Team Nigeria, Team South Africa. It's a problem in the U.S. And it starts with the culture. We have to stop saying we don't swim. Yes. We. Do.  Olympic gold-medal winning swimmer Cullen Jones' journey into the sport started with a near drowning when he was five-years old. The experience left him terrified of deep water – as soon as he couldn't touch the floor he would panic. But his mother was adamant that her son learn how to swim and with incredible determination and against a lot of odds, Cullen  became one of the fastest in the world. In this episode, Cullen takes us through his journey from being a kid scared to jump into the pool to facing racism at swim meets and going on to break a world record in swimming.  He tells us about Brad the instructor who taught him to love swimming and about the time Serena Williams gave him a shout of encouragement before a big race. Cullen also gets candid about the barriers he faced as an African American swimmer, what he is doing now to change the swimming narrative in the Black community, and his mission to ensure underserved communities learn the life-saving skill of swimming. About Cullen Jones:Cullen Jones is a four time Olympic medalist and the first African American to break a world record in swimming. As a member of Team USA, he made history by helping break world records and winning gold in the 4x100m freestyle relay at the 2008 Beijing Olympics in what many say was the most exciting race in Olympic History. Off the pool deck, he is a passionate advocate for water safety. Cullen serves as an ambassador and board member of the USA Swimming Foundation and works with GoldFish Swim School to help make swimming lessons more accessible to underserved communities.Connect with Cullen: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cullenjones41/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cullenjones/?hl=en Team USA: https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/cullen-jonesAbout The BreakoutThe Breakout is the hit podcast hosted by human resources and change experts Dr. Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther. The founders of Abbracci Group, a results-driven coaching, HR Management and consulting firm, Keri and Kelly are laser-focused on getting the best out of people. They launched The Breakout in early 2023 to find the best stories and advice on busting boundaries and making change, and since then the show has charted #1 in self-improvement, #1 in education, and #7 in all podcasts.Join Keri and Kelly on The Breakout as they get advice and insights from change experts, and learn from people who have really done it how you can dive into personal growth, increase self confidence, and move your life into bold new territory.Each episode comes with lessons on living courageously, with topics on self-help, leadership, personal development, building success, setting personal boundaries, growing your confidence, overcoming self doubt, and knowing your self worth. From huge transformations to quiet shifts, The Breakout highlights why every change matters.At Abbracci Group, Keri and Kelly offer a four-step coaching process to help you increase your self-awareness, break out of expectations, and live life on your terms.  Learn more at abbraccigroup.com.Keri and Kelly's new book Whatever the Hell You Want – An Escape Plan to Break Out of Life's Little Boxes and Live Free From Expectations, will be out in October 8 2024 and is available for pre-order now! Dr. Keri Ohlrich's book The Way of the HR Warrior is available now.Connect with Dr. Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guentherhttps://www.instagram.com/thebreakoutpod/https://abbraccigroup.com/podcast/https://www.facebook.com/thebreakoutpodcast/https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbraccigroup/https://www.youtube.com/@thebreakoutpodcast

What if the toughest streets of Stonebridge, Northwest London, were the unlikely training ground for a future Olympian and corporate leader? In this episode, Ryan dives deep into the life and career of Marilyn Okoro, a British track & field athlete, 800m specialist, and Athlete Welfare Change Maker. She represented Great Britain at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where she was part of the 4x400m relay team that won a bronze medal (upgraded to silver in 2016).From a young girl with a passion for running to becoming one of the world's elite athletes, Marilyn's story is one of resilience, perseverance, and transformation, shedding light on the realities of pursuing excellence in sports and the profound challenges faced during and after an athletic career.  Known for her resilience and candidness, Marilyn has become an advocate for athlete welfare and mental health, working to ensure the holistic well-being of sportspeople beyond their competitive careers.Tune in to learn more about:Reflections of her transitioning from Sport to Corporate Life  Emphasizes on the significance of role models and mentors who champion your growth and vision   How the boldness required in athletics (facing stadiums full of spectators) translates into the corporate environment. Juggling her athletic career with academic commitments and the importance of maintaining a beautiful balance between sports and education. The stages of retirement she experienced: logical, physical, and emotional, and how each played a role in her journeyThe emotional and psychological aspects of retiring from sports and nuggets on how to navigate life that life season, …and so much more!Are you looking for Career Clarity for your next step, for more information, or to book a consultancy, make sure you check out www.2ndwind.io  Links:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marilynokoroolyLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynokorooly

Team USA has only ever won four Olympic Gold medals in volleyball. One of those Golds belongs to coach Hugh McCutcheon. He led the men's team to Gold in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Hugh then switched over to coach the U.S. Women's National team to a Silver medal finish at the London Olympics in 2012. Now serving as the Assistant Athletics Director for the University of Minnesota, Hugh talks with Janice about his keys to success, and the differences between winning on a national stage versus winning on a global stage at the Olympics. Links mentioned: For more information go to www.side-out.org. Follow the side-out organization on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutfndn/Have suggestions for the podcast? Email Janice: leaveitbetter@side-out.org

On this episode of Living Off Rentals, we talked with Jay Johnson and his son Kent Johnson, a professional ice hockey forward currently playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League (NHL). Kent shared what was required to achieve his dream of playing in the NHL and representing Team Canada in the Beijing Olympics two years ago. Jay discussed how, as a parent, you can help your children achieve their full potential.  He also shares what his real estate investing journey looked like while raising Kent and his brother Kyle. Listen as they share the mindset required to grow to the next level, and how you can also adopt a similar thought process. Enjoy the show! Key Takeaways [00:00] Introducing Jay and Kent Johnson and their background [04:05] The turning point [11:55] Getting better results in things you love [14:55] Dealing with setbacks [23:17] Jay's advice for parents to effectively guide their children [30:22] Kent's experience competing in the Beijing Olympics [35:56] The process of setting goals Show Links Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals  Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast  Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals Website – livingoffrentals.com  Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals 

Speaker: Dwyane WadeDwyane Wade, selected fifth in the 2003 NBA Draft by the Miami HEAT, quickly displayed his talent from his Chicago roots and Marquette University. He earned NBA All-Rookie Team in his debut season and led the team to their inaugural NBA Championship in 2006. Wade excelled in international competitions, winning gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. He secured two more NBA titles in 2012 and 2013 after rejoining the HEAT in 2018. Notably, during the 2018-19 season, he achieved a rare milestone by becoming the third player in NBA history with over 20,000 points, 5,000 assists, 4,000 rebounds, 1,500 steals, 800 blocks, and 500 three-pointers, also setting a record for blocked shots by a guard. His legacy was further celebrated as the Miami HEAT retired his jersey and a street was named in his honor. Wade's influence extended beyond basketball, as his production company contributed to impactful projects like the Emmy-nominated "Shot in the Dark" documentary and the Oscar-winning animated short "Hair Love." Recently, he was recognized as one of the NBA's 75 greatest players and played a pivotal role in capturing his remarkable journey in the documentary "D. Wade: Life Unexpected."MusicReally Slow Motion Buy their music:Amazon : http://amzn.to/1lTltY5iTunes: http://bit.ly/1ee3l8KSpotify: http://bit.ly/1r3lPvNBandcamp: http://bit.ly/1DqtZSo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

French Swimmer Leon Marchand won 4 Gold Medals at the Paris Olympics, going a perfect 4-for-4 in his individual events. Marchand was coached by Bob Bowman leading into the Olympics, the same man who helped Michael Phelps win 8 gold medals at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. Bowman takes us into the Olympic Games and shares behind-the-scenes stories of what made Leon's accomplishment so great in Paris.

Hurdlers! Welcome to season 18! I'm back from Paris and stoked to bring you so many unbelievable conversations I had while at Athleta's Power of She Creator hub. We are kicking off the new season with Natalie Coughlin, 12-time olympic medalist and first female swimmer to bring home 6 medals in a single olympiad. We cover so much in this conversation — of course hitting on all of Natatlie's Olympic experiences but also how she first found the pool, her unwavering positive perspective amidst struggle, and her transition from full time athlete to her next chapter, which may include a winery.  IN THIS EPISODE How it feels to be back at the Olympics as a spectator (and her first time at opening ceremonies!) (4:30) Natalie's first memories of getting in the pool (5:40) Goal Setting and how Natalie was able to map out her road to the Olympics at the age of 13  (10:43)  The injury that derailed Natalie's first Olympic dreams and how that hurdle was ‘the best thing that happened to her' (16:45) Actionable advice for getting into a positive mindset when going through the thick of it (21:20) How Natalie handled the pressure that came with striving for an Olympic dream and medal (30:40) A reflection on Natalie's historic Beijing Olympics and record 6 medals (39:04) Natalie's current projects and passions (48:50) SOCIAL @natalicoughlin @gaderianwines ⁠⁠⁠@emilyabbate⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@hurdlepodcast⁠⁠⁠ OFFERS LMNT | LMNT | Head to drinklmnt.com/hurdle to get a free sample pack with any purchase (including the new LMNT sparkling!)  JOIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP⁠⁠⁠⁠ SIGN UP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Hurdle Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ ASK ME A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!⁠

Welcome to the China Compass Podcast on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! I’m your host & China travel guide, missionary Ben. You can follow me on X (@chinaadventures), where I post daily details and reminders to pray for China (PrayforChina.us). You can also email me with any questions or comments @ bfwesten at gmail dot com, which is my pen name. If you want to learn more about our missions projects or get any one of my books, visit PrayGiveGo.us. This week, I'm trying to get back into my “normal” podcast schedule, as I comment on current events from a Chinese perspective, highlight one particular Chinese province to pray for, and then finish by telling a bunch of stories from my experiences in that particular province. So we start by discussing China's Olympic pride and propaganda, dating back to the 2008 Beijing Olympics and turning to the current medal competition with the United States. Here are the NPR articles that I referenced... https://www.npr.org/2024/08/09/nx-s1-5068021/olympic-medal-count-paris-gold-silver-bronze-total https://www.npr.org/2024/08/02/nx-s1-5061584/china-paris-olympic-gold-medal-count Next we look in depth at the Chinese province of Jiangxi, which is paired up with Georgia in our Pray for China prayer scheme (https://prayforchina.us/index.php/georgia/). Hot, humid, hilly, located in SE China and and only slightly larger than Georgia, Jiangxi was the early hideout (aka, Jiangxi Soviet) of the the Communist guerillas (led by Mao) in the 1920s and 30s, as well as home to the important Lushan Hill Station, which was built by missionaries in the late 19th Century, but served as a de facto southern capital for the Communist Part for many years during Mao's reign. Finally, during story time I talk about turning 19 on the streets of Jiangxi's capital, Nanchang. I share about our encounters with police (and a sheep!) in Yiyang and Lianhua, getting taken for a (yummy) ride in Ji’an, oversleeping on a wooden bed, walking circles around Ganzhou, and wading through the Dingnan floods all while "running from the light". As I mention on the podcast, get your copy of Borden of Yale (free on Kindle!), who visited northern Jiangxi in the fall of 1904 at the age of just 16, and tells a few stories himself: BordenofYale.com

Have you had to work extremely hard to get what you're dreaming of? Joining Sarah Grynberg this week is Australian swimming legend Stephanie Rice, renowned for her remarkable achievements in the pool. A triple Olympic gold medallist, Steph made history at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where she broke world records in the 200m and 400m individual medley events and contributed to Australia's victory in the 4x200m freestyle relay. In this heartfelt conversation, we recount the highs and lows of Steph's incredible career, what it's like to swim a race as an Olympic finalist, and her battle with mental health. Steph bravely opens up about the darkness of media scrutiny and how she found a newfound love in religion. Steph has a new collaboration with Ancestry DNA, exploring how genetics may influence athleticism. This powerful conversation highlights the mental health struggles and hard-wrought journeys many Olympians face to find success. If you have dared to dream, to reach the pinnacle of your sport or industry, and have felt isolated along the way, this episode will remind you that even those with the most stoic facades and impressive achievements have their own messiness behind the scenes. May this episode shine a light on the limitless capabilities we hold within us and how we alone carry the keys to unlocking their power. Purchase Sarah's Meditations here.  Instagram: @sarahgrynberg   Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynberg Twitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic diver Matthew Mitcham dreamed of being the best in the world. But even when he won gold at the Beijing Olympics, he still wasn't world number one. From there, he spiralled. The Aussie athlete joins Gary Jubelin to share the reality of the Games, why he lived off two minute noodles and how he broke free from the dangerous cycle of drugs.   Catch up on the latest from the 2024 Paris Olympics as it happens with our on the ground coverage at The Daily Telegraph. Get episodes of I Catch Killers a week early and ad-free, as well as bonus content, by subscribing to Crime X+ today. Like the show? Get more at icatchkillers.com.au Advertising enquiries: newspodcastssold@news.com.au  Questions for Gary: icatchkillers@news.com.au  Get in touch with the show by joining our Facebook group, and visiting us on Instagram or Tiktok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic gold medalist Matthew Mitcham made history with his near-perfect dive, but his life was far from it. The champion athlete had a lonely childhood, battled depression from the age of 14, punished himself for having gay thoughts and escaped his feelings with drugs and alcohol. Fighting a crippling fear of failure, Matthew just wanted to be perfect. To be the best. And for a moment, he was. This is Matthew Mitcham like you've never heard him, “warts and all”.   Catch up on the latest from the 2024 Paris Olympics as it happens with our on the ground coverage at The Daily Telegraph. Get episodes of I Catch Killers a week early and ad-free, as well as bonus content, by subscribing to Crime X+ today. Like the show? Get more at icatchkillers.com.au Advertising enquiries: newspodcastssold@news.com.au  Questions for Gary: icatchkillers@news.com.au  Get in touch with the show by joining our Facebook group, and visiting us on Instagram or Tiktok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a historically complex, monthslong negotiation involving more than six countries and two dozen prisoners, the Biden administration on Thursday announced it had secured the release of three American citizens from Russia, including Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, Marine veteran Paul Whelan and Russian-American radio journalist Alsu Kurmasheva, all of whom are expected to arrive on American soil by nightfall. Christopher Dunn, who spent more than 30 years in jail after being wrongly convicted of murder, is talking about his journey and release from prison. Dunn was convicted of a 1990 murder of a teen. The only evidence against him was the testimony of two children, 12 and 14, who claimed they saw Dunn shoot Rogers, but later recanted their statements saying they were coerced by police.CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder discusses the importance of getting screened for lung cancer. The disease claims the lives of about 370 Americans every day and is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. However, a new survey shows 62% of people are not familiar with life-saving screenings.The Federal Reserve on Wednesday maintained its benchmark interest rate even as inflation has cooled. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains when to expect the Fed to cut rates.A new proposed rule would ban airlines from charging families fees to sit together on a flight and would also mandate refunds or free rebooking if family seating is not available. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, a potential vice president contender for the Harris campaign, discusses the crackdown on airline junk fees.Simone Biles and Suni Lee are competing in the women's gymnastics all-around final Thursday. Former Team USA gymnast Shawn Johnson East, who won four medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, discusses the competition as it's the first time two former Olympic all-around champions will face off at the Games.NBA great Dwyane Wade is sharing the personal reasons he invested in the WNBA, as he recently became part owner of the Chicago Sky. Wade says his family plays a big role in everything he does, including his interest in the WNBA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From a boy setting off small explosions in his living room to the creator of world-famous pyrotechnic events, multidisciplinary artist Cai Guo-Qiang has always been drawn to gunpowder. He gives a stunning tour of his work — including his fireworks spectacle at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, his "sky ladder" of fire reaching to the clouds and new work created with AI — and shows how his art probes the line between destruction and construction, control and freedom, violence and beauty. (This talk was delivered in Mandarin and translated live into English. The translation was put through a custom AI model of Cai Guo-Qiang's voice, powered by technology from Metaphysic. You'll hear how Cai would sound if he were speaking English.)

From a boy setting off small explosions in his living room to the creator of world-famous pyrotechnic events, multidisciplinary artist Cai Guo-Qiang has always been drawn to gunpowder. He gives a stunning tour of his work — including his fireworks spectacle at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, his "sky ladder" of fire reaching to the clouds and new work created with AI — and shows how his art probes the line between destruction and construction, control and freedom, violence and beauty. (This talk was delivered in Mandarin and translated live into English. The translation was put through a custom AI model of Cai Guo-Qiang's voice, powered by technology from Metaphysic. You'll hear how Cai would sound if he were speaking English.)

From a boy setting off small explosions in his living room to the creator of world-famous pyrotechnic events, multidisciplinary artist Cai Guo-Qiang has always been drawn to gunpowder. He gives a stunning tour of his work — including his fireworks spectacle at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, his "sky ladder" of fire reaching to the clouds and new work created with AI — and shows how his art probes the line between destruction and construction, control and freedom, violence and beauty. (This talk was delivered in Mandarin and translated live into English. The translation was put through a custom AI model of Cai Guo-Qiang's voice, powered by technology from Metaphysic. You'll hear how Cai would sound if he were speaking English.)

Olympic legend Usain Bolt joins the Obi One Podcast for an exclusive, in-depth look back on his illustrious career. How did he deal with pressure, who was his greatest rival and was his showmanship merely an act? The Jamaican icon reveals all in conversation with John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy. He also discusses a human's limitations, makes a startling admission about his run at the Beijing Olympics in 2008 and delivers his verdict on his beloved Manchester United's decision to stick with boss Erik Ten Hag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

00:00 – 12:19 – 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk requests a trade: should the Colts be interested?, paying Michael Pittman Jr. 12:20 – 27:27 – PGA Tour Radio's Will Hakett joins us to discuss his favorite British Open memory, Colin Montgomerie's comments on Tiger Woods, does Tiger have a better chance of winning the British Open over the Masters?, the rest of the field, the British Open being the last major and a 9-month gap between seeing PGA/LIV golfers play with each other 27:28 – 39:38 - Former Olympic gymnast and current analyst Samantha Peszek joins us to discuss her role with Olympic coverage, heading to the Beijing Olympics in 2008, the confidence in the 2024 Team USA Olympic teams, does age make a difference?, the biggest threats to the Americans capturing gold, what are “the twisties”Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 21:19 – Reds pitcher Hunter Greene gives up go-ahead 2-run homer in the All-Star Game, Pacers summer league, Colts getting ready for training camp, Home Run Derby singer Ingrid Andress says she was drunk during performance 21:20 – 30:36 – MORNING CHECKDOWN 30:37 – 42:56 – 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk requests a trade: should the Colts be interested?, paying Michael Pittman Jr. 42:57 – 1:10:21 – Patrick Beverly will be playing basketball in Israel next season, Colts Question of the Day: Our #3 Most Indispensable Colt, the pressure building on Chris Ballard, NASCAR's Josh Berry and his car featuring Caitlin Clark, why is there little to no marketing for the Brickyard 400, Morning Checkdown 1:10:22 – 1:27:24 – PGA Tour Radio's Will Hakett joins us to discuss his favorite British Open memory, Colin Montgomerie's comments on Tiger Woods, does Tiger have a better chance of winning the British Open over the Masters?, the rest of the field, the British Open being the last major and a 9-month gap between seeing PGA/LIV golfers play with each other 1:27:25 – 1:29:59 – Anthony Richardson/MPJ and other Colts get together for practice ahead of report day 1:30:00 – 1:55:38 – Pacers summer league thoughts: Has Jarace Walker done enough to impress the coaches?, how much playing time will Walker/Furphy/Freeman see this season, Brandon Aiyuk wants a trade and should the Colts make a move, Davante Adams trade rumors, Morning Checkdown 1:55:39 – 2:11:10 – Former Olympic gymnast and current analyst Samantha Peszek joins us to discuss her role with Olympic coverage, heading to the Beijing Olympics in 2008, the confidence in the 2024 Team USA Olympic teams, does age make a difference?, the biggest threats to the Americans capturing gold, what are “the twisties” 2:11:11 - 2:16:16 -  POP QUIZSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teachhoops.com WintheSeason.com In this episode of Coach Unplugged, host Steve Collins introduces a segment from Coaching Youth Hoops. He starts by thanking sponsors Doctor Dish and teachhoops.com for their support. The focus shifts to the profound impact coaches have on their players. Using the movie "Grown Ups" as a reference, where former teammates reunite for their eighth-grade coach's funeral, the discussion highlights how deeply players remember their coaches. While players may forget specific plays or strategies, they vividly recall their coaches' personalities, how they were treated, and whether they felt valued as individuals. The episode underscores that most players won't reach professional levels, but they will remember their coaches for life. This lasting influence was evident in a 2008 Beijing Olympics study, where a strong coach-athlete relationship was identified as the most crucial factor in athletes achieving their best, surpassing equipment, training, and nutrition. To build these impactful relationships, coaches need to focus on two main aspects: helping players improve and supporting them unconditionally. Players respect and remember coaches who genuinely invest in their development and well-being. This dedication fosters a lasting, positive influence on their lives, highlighting the significant role coaches play beyond the game itself. GameChanger Website Dr Dish Website CoachingYouthHoops.com https://forms.gle/kQ8zyxgfqwUA3ChU7 Coach Collins Coaching Store Check out.  [Teachhoops.com](https://teachhoops.com/) 14 day Free Trial Youth Basketball Coaches Podcast Apple link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-youth-hoops/id1619185302 Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/0g8yYhAfztndxT1FZ4OI3A Funnel Down Defense Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/funnel-down-defense/id1593734011 Want More Funnel Down Defense https://coachcollins.podia.com/funnel-down-defense [Facebook Group . Basketball Coaches](https://www.facebook.com/groups/basketballcoaches/) [Facebook Group . Basketball Drills](https://www.facebook.com/groups/321590381624013/) Want to Get a Question Answered? [ Leave a Question here](https://www.speakpipe.com/Teachhoops) Check out our other podcast [High School Hoops ](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/high-school-hoops-coaching-high-school-basketball/id1441192866) Check out our Sponsors [HERE](https://drdishbasketball.com/) Mention Coach Unplugged and get 350 dollars off your next purchase basketball resources free basketball resources Coach Unplugged Basketball drills, basketball coach, basketball workouts, basketball dribbling drills,  ball handling drills, passing drills, shooting drills, basketball training equipment, basketball conditioning, fun basketball games, basketball jerseys, basketball shooting machine, basketball shot, basketball ball, basketball training, basketball camps, youth basketball, youth basketball leagues, basketball recruiting, basketball coaching jobs, basketball tryouts, basketball coach, youth basketball drills, The Basketball Podcast, How to Coach Basketball, Funnel Down Defense FDD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As an accomplished model and silver-medal winning Olympian, Kim Glass knows what it takes to succeed. But behind the accolades and achievements, she has also experienced more hardship in the past decade than most will experience in a lifetime. When she was randomly attacked by an unhoused man, resulting in multiple facial fractures and eye injuries, her seemingly picture-perfect life was flipped upside down… and everything she thought years as an elite athlete had taught her about resilience in the face of adversity changed forever.Now, she is a beacon of hope for everyone who has been knocked down by random circumstances, and on today's episode she is sharing it all. Tune in to hear the true story of her experience at the Beijing Olympics, exactly what went down on that infamous day in Los Angeles that left her hospitalized, the physical and emotional work she took on to rebuild her life and come out the other side of trauma able to thrive, and her unlikely journey to her twin pregnancy. If you want to learn how to shed setbacks, look defeat in the eye, and live up to your potential in life and work, tune into this episode of The Gratitudeology Podcast now.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Think back to the most pivotal moments of your life… What parts of you did you bring forward? Which parts did you hold back? How did these experiences shape your way of being?These questions lie at the heart of our conversation today with Nastia Liukin, a gold medal gymnast whose name is etched in history for winning the All-Around title at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Beyond her monumental achievements – including tying the record for the most gymnastics medals won by an American in a single Olympic Games with FIVE medals – Nastia's journey is one of relentless pursuit, resilience, and the courage to redefine success.In this episode, Nastia reveals the significant moments of her career – from a pivotal conversation with Kobe Bryant that reshaped her self-perception, to the standing ovation that followed what she considers to be her worst performance.Nastia's lived experience shows us all how to find meaning and success beyond external achievements. And she continues to walk her talk.We dive deep into the dynamics of perfection and control, vulnerability, and the power of being present. Nastia's insights offer a practical guide for embracing the profound impact we have when we can be at home with ourselves, wherever we are.I'm excited for you to discover new ways to define your own success, respond with courage, and meet the moment. With Fire,MG-----WATCH this episode on our YouTube channel.Connect with us on our Instagram.Order my book, "The First Rule of Mastery" HERE!For more information and shownotes from every episode, head to findingmastery.com.To check out our exclusive sponsor deals and discounts CLICK HERESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.