Podcast appearances and mentions of dawn harper nelson

We somehow got media credentials (shoutout to Natalie) and made our way to the USATF Indoor Championships—but not without a classic NMO logistical whoopsie.Once in, we witnessed elite track & field action, learned about the true athleticism of race walking (which we're officially rebranding as Thunder Strike), and got to chat with some legends, including Olympic gold medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson, shot put gold medalist Chase Jackson and pole vault champ Katie Moon—who may or may not have named her pole Paul.Back at our hotel we had an unexpected VIP hotel tour that quickly spiraled into a full-on quinceañera experience. Also in this episode: Erin's kids experience their first track meet, make some friends with other media, and ask hard hitting questions.Listen now and join the Thunder Strike movement.

Dawn Harper-Nelson and Alfonzo Nelson are back to discuss where they are today! Dawn just got back from the Paris Olympics, where she was a broadcast correspondent for NBC, and Alonzo was named the 2024 Serra Honda O'Fallon Teacher of the Year. Carol Daniel continues to dig into why the couple of 11 years does what they do.    What were your thoughts on this episode? Let us know at ninepbs.org/listenstlouis.

Dawn Harper-Nelson is an Olympic athlete with gold and silver medals who continues to make her mark as a broadcaster for NBC. Alonzo Nelson Jr. is an educator & track and field coach in the Belleville School District. He impacts the lives of children in East St. Louis through math and athletics. Carol Daniel sits down with the married couple of 11 years to talk about their careers, family life and why they do what they do.   Part two of this conversation will be released on Sept. 26, wherever you get podcasts and on the Nine PBS YouTube channel.    What were your thoughts on this episode? Let us know at ninepbs.org/listenstlouis.

We had the honor and privilege to host local legend and Olympic Gold & Silver Medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson. Dawn is an American track and field athlete who specializes in the 100-meter hurdles. She was the gold medalist in the event at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and the silver medalist in the 2012 London Olympic Games and the 2017 World Championships.Originally from East St. Louis, Dawn continues to build a successful life as a mother, wife, speaker, and now NBC Olympic analyst. We're beyond excited to watch Dawn during the Olympics in Paris. In this episode, Luke talks with Dawn about the life of an Olympic athlete, transition into motherhood, mindset, and more.Support the Show.

On this episode of The Burn Podcast, I have the pleasure of welcoming Dawn Harper-Nelson, an elite track athlete and Olympic gold and silver medalist. In our conversation today, we're diving into the realms of competitive mindset, personal growth, and the power of discipline. Dawn shares her journey from overcoming significant injuries to standing atop Olympic podiums, highlighting the inner fire that propels her forward.A favorite among athletics fans for her fierce determination and ability to overcome adversity, Dawn brings a wealth of inspiration and practical advice for anyone looking to elevate their mental game. She provides insight into developing a champion mindset and discusses how this approach has helped her in transitioning to a mindset speaker and a coach. If you're aiming to push your limits and expand your potential, then this episode is crafted just for you.Prepare to be motivated by Dawn's story and her thoughtful approach to tackling life's challenges. From understanding the psychological benefits of facing fears to harnessing the power of your unique talents, this conversation covers it all.Connect with Dawn on Social Mediahttps://www.instagram.com/dharp100mh**Timestamp Chapters:**- 00:00:00 - Introduction- 00:02:15 - Dawn's Journey of Becoming an Olympian- 00:15:30 - Overcoming Physical and Mental Challenges- 00:30:45 - The Role of Discipline and Determination in Success- 00:45:10 - Transitioning from Track Star to Mindset Coach- 01:00:00 - Wrap-Up and Final Thoughtshttps://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Let's work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

Today, I'm joined by Dawn Harper Nelson! Pumped for this interview. She was such a blast to talk to! Dawn is a retired track and field athlete. She won Gold at the 2008 Olympics in 100m Hurdles and she was a silver medalist at the 2012 Olympics as well as the 2017 World Championships. She ... more »

The “First Lady” of RSG is here and it's a special episode as we give Dawn Harper-Nelson her flowers, truly deserved. We dive into UCLA where she competed with the best, the difficulties of turning pro and juggling three jobs to make due. The great Bob Kersee and his stamp on our sport and how her slow start in 2008 led to an Olympic Gold. Where is track and field today and how can we improve it, plus Olympic story time with Dawn.

On this episode of Circuit of Success, Brett Gilliland interviews Olympic gold medalist Dawn Harper. Dawn talks about her journey to success, from her upbringing in East Saint Louis to her travels around the world. She shares how her family, faith, and coaches Nino Fennoy and Bob Kersee helped her to become the champion she is today. Dawn overcame a career-ending injury in high school and persevered to become a world-class athlete. Hear her inspiring story of hard work and dedication, and how she encourages others to go out and execute their goals without second-guessing themselves. https://youtu.be/ThikYqp8P4M   Brett Gilliland: Uh, welcome to the Circuit of Success. I'm your host, Brett Gilland, and today I've got Don Harper Nelson with me. Don, how you doing? Dawn Harper-Nelson: I'm doing pretty good. This beautiful, beautiful morning. It's Brett Gilliland: awesome to have you here. What people probably can't see on the cameras I know is uh, so we got some, what, what we got here Dawn Harper-Nelson: in front. We got the good stuff. We got the good stuff. Um, I brought my Olympic medals with me, my World Championship medals, um, and also my Diamond League trophy. And so, yeah, I always say I love to bring them out. I feel like I did not win them just for me. I literally won them for my country, for everyday people. And so I love to have people touch them and just be like, that's heavy. This one's big. And it's really cool to see all the different questions and responses. Well, that's what you got from us. Exactly. Brett Gilliland: Guys in the office here, like, man, look at that. That's so cool. So you are a hundred meter hurdle, a hundred meters hurdle. Uh yes. The gold medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Mm-hmm. The silver medal in 2012. London Olympics. The 2017 World Championships. First American hurdler to win the gold medal and then a medal. And the next Olympics. Yes sir. 2022 U [00:01:00] ucla, A hall of fame. Who, what? Six time. This is what I couldn't believe. Sixth time. I know it's high school, but six time. Yeah. I h s a state champ. Yes. And one year you didn't even get to race cuz you blew out your knee. Yeah. Uh, somebody who was on a Wheaties box told me a story about that. We're gonna talk about it later. Our friend Jackie. Um. And then also Dana Howard. Mm-hmm. I gotta say, you know what's up to Dana? Absolutely. She introduced the two of us. Absolutely. And so, uh, happy to be here, but if you can Don, what, what has made you the woman you are today? Cause you don't just wake up and have all these medals in the air. No. So if you can kind of tell Dawn Harper-Nelson: us that, what's that story? That's a good question because I always say typically you see in quote unquote the end product. You see me today? Yeah. There's so much life and so much that went behind that. Oh man. A huge chunk of that is family for me. I am. I am just family. Like if Dawn slash family, like that's my name, right? Um, growing up, I mean, an example, even when I won the Olympics, the first thing they says, what's the first thing you wanna do when you go home? And I said, have [00:02:00] Thanksgiving meal at my Aunt Lassie's house with my family. Like that is just family for me. I had a pretty good, um, upbringing with my parents. Uh, my parents did get divorced, so that obviously plays a toll on you as a kid. But to be honest, my mother was very strong. And you're still worth it. You're still, you still have worth, yeah. Um, but then being grounded in church, my faith is huge for me. Um, through all the ups and downs, always knew that God had a plan, has a plan. Um, And then just kind of understanding that you're going to go through ups and downs, and that's okay. Yeah. But as long as you learn from them, you always have your family that backs you, uh, just go out there and give, just, just just give it everything you have. And so it's just such a loaded, but yeah.

Dwan joins "The Opening Drive" on Olympics Day in STL to talk about todays events, the impact JJK has had on the community, how the competition and mentorship around town helped her grow and why it's so important to continue that impact on the next generation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"It shouldn't be this tough. It doesn't need to be this tough. You shouldn't need that much toughness to succeed. Of course you need to have drive and need to work hard and all those things. That's not the kind of toughness I'm talking about. I'm talking about dealing with the unnecessary obstacles that a lot of female athletes are faced with." Welcome to the new "Run Your Way" series on the Ali on the Run Show. If I've learned anything (and I have, I swear!) from 600 episodes of this show, it's that yes, there are best practices and there is plenty of good running-related advice to go around. Ultimately, though, the best way to run is your way, however that looks. This series will explore what it means to run your way. First up: former professional athlete and all-around force to be reckoned with, Lauren Fleshman, whose book, Good For a Girl: A Woman Running in a Man's World, is out today. In this conversation, Lauren dives into some of the key themes of the book, and talks about what it was like pouring her heart into these pages, and doing so during a deep depressive time in her life. She shares the most pivotal moments and decisions she faced both during and after her professional career, and explains how she found her way on the run and off. Plus, her best advice for sending the email, her take on the state of the sport in 2023, and so much more. SPONSOR: New Balance. Click here to shop New Balance's latest releases for the season. (The SuperComp Trainer is my favorite shoe!) What you'll get on this episode: On dealing with imposter syndrome (3:35) The part of the book that made me gasp (5:30) What it means to be called “tough” (8:15) How Lauren wrote a book during a major depressive episode, and why writing this book “kicked her ass” (9:40) What Lauren's relationship with running is like now (15:10) How Lauren talked to her kids about depression (16:00) How writing a book changed Lauren's relationship with writing (17:30) Who has read Lauren's book? (21:40) On getting vulnerable in the book, and the stories knew had to be in the book (26:00) Did life ever feel easy for Lauren? (34:45) Lauren talks “sending the email” (38:00) Lauren's message to people raising young girls (45:15) How Lauren sees the state of the sport today (49:00) Lauren's previous appearances on the Ali on the Run Show: "Motherhood LIVE," with Alysia Montaño, Steph Bruce, and Dawn Harper-Nelson, May 2021 "Why It's An Exciting Time for Women's Running," LIVE at the NYRR RunCenter, November 2019 Lauren Fleshman & Jesse Thomas, August 2019 Meet Lauren Fleshman, October 2018 Follow Lauren: Instagram @fleshmanflyer Twitter @laurenfleshman Facebook Work, Play, Love podcast Strava Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter Blog Strava SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

Delyth Lloyd and Ade Adedoyin take a look back at the life and career of Florence Griffith-Joyner, one of the most flamboyant track and field athletes of all time. Over three decades ago, she broke the women's 100m world record, a mark which still stands today, while she was also an icon off the track. We discuss her legacy with athletes who competed against her and contemporaries who were inspired by her - Grace Jackson, Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn and Dawn Harper-Nelson. We'll also look at whether the record could be broken in 2022, with Elaine Thompson-Herah and Shelley-Ann Fraser Pryce pushing each other ahead of the World Championships in Oregon. Photo: Florence Griffith Joyner of the USA celebrates her 100m win during the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, Korea. (Credit: Allsport)

Fans of track and field know Dawn Harper-Nelson as the gold medalist in the 100-meter hurdles at the 2008 Olympic Beijing Games and as the silver medalist in London four years later and at the 2017 World Championships.  In 2018 she announced that she was retiring to start a family, but was back on the track a month after giving birth to her daughter, Harper.   Dawn is an inspiration not only to mother runners, but to all women who want to pursue their dreams.  Her bid to make the Olympic team one more time is chronicled in the new documentary, Hi I'm Dawn Harper-Nelson. “When I was pregnant with my daughter, I just had this moment when I thought, when she sees these interviews, I do not want her to say, ‘oh, so wait, all of mom's dreams had to stop because she was gonna have me.'” It wasn't long after Dawn announced her retirement that she realized that “I still have a desire and I'm fine physically; I'm capable; I'm actually gonna go back.”  It wasn't just about her aspiration to keep competing, she remembered conversations that she and her friends had about how their own mothers had stopped pursuing their goals after their children were born.  She didn't want her daughter to feel that she bore that responsibility. “I'm going to chase this dream, you know, and we'll see where it goes.” Dawn resumed her training after Harper's birth in pursuit of a spot on the 2020 Olympic team.  She says, “I'm happy that now we will forever have Hi I'm Dawn Harper-Nelson, where she can look at that and see herself and see me and know I included you in every part of it; even when I was at track practice, mama was thinking of you…   so she knows,' oh, I was loved,'  even when she's not in my presence.” “I just feel like now it's an outpouring of support because women are like, ‘I don't know if you have someone to support you, and I don't know you, but I'll support you.'” Something that helped Dawn as she returned to competition was the support she got from other women.  She's always made a point of being supportive herself, reaching out to help other women, and sharing with them what she's learned.   That mentality has allowed her to establish “amazing relationships,” even with the women she defeated on the track.  After a race, her competitors would come to her, wanting to talk about what had happened.  “It was weird,” she acknowledges, “but I was like, I'm doing something right where I'm leaving the door open. I'm not cocky about the win.” “I love track and field…  I just love to see the guts and glory that's been poured out, you know? So yeah, I'm going to be involved in track and field.” Whenever Dawn really does retire from running, she knows that track will still be part of her life.  After years of being interviewed, she may take her place on the other side of the microphone:  “I've had some discussions with people about being in front of a camera and so I'm excited, because that means I'll interact more with my community.”  She recognizes that  “I've been blessed with other gifts that I did not nourish;I did not feed.  And so now it's exciting to feed those things and really step out on a limb.” “Whatever your dreams are, whatever your goals are, they're valuable; they're worth it. Most importantly, you're worth it.” Resources: Running Realized episode with Dawn Hi I'm Dawn Harper Nelson Dawn's Instagram Dawn's Twitter Thank you to Athletic Greens, UCAN, and Tracksmith for sponsoring this episode. AG1 is a simple and easy way to get 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole food source ingredients to help strengthen your immune system. It's simple to make and it tastes good! Go here to get a FREE year's supply of Vitamin D and five FREE travel packs with your subscription. Thank you, UCAN. I have been talking about them for years and they are my ONLY source for fueling while I am training and racing. And without fail, I have a product of UCAN every day, whether it is a Peanut Butter Chocolate Bar or their delicious Cookies and Cream Protein Powder. I am also excited to share with you a NEW product, a gel! It's fueled with Superstarch and ready to go wherever you are headed. Go here and use the code TINAUCAN for 20% off your order! Tracksmith is a Boston based company that truly cares about the quality of their running clothes. Running can be demanding on our clothes; they definitely go through wear and tear to where we may be purchasing new clothes constantly. Tracksmith designers work with the finest materials and keep you in mind as a runner, with spots for your keys, phone, and fuel. You can go here to check out my favorites! Go here and use the code TINA15, and Tracksmith will donate 5% of your purchase to Runners for Public Lands, and you'll get free shipping! Thanks for listening! We know there are so many podcasts you could listen to, and we are honored you have chosen Running For Real.  If you appreciate the work that we do, here are a few things you can do to support us: Take a screenshot of the episode, and share it with your friends, family, and community on social media, especially if you feel that the topic will resonate with them.  Be sure to tag us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram If you are struggling through something a guest mentions, chances are others are too, and you will help them feel less alone.  Leave an honest review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player. Your ratings and reviews will really help us grow and reach new people. Not sure how to leave a review or subscribe?  You can find out here. "Thank you" to Dawn.  We look forward to hearing your thoughts on the show.

Olympic Gold medalist discusses her attempts to get back to the Olympic tack and field team, the impact of Jackie Joyner-Kersee, and much more!

Camille Herron fell in love with South Africa's 90-kilometer Comrades Marathon as a child in Oklahoma, and it became her number one goal to win this epic race.Camille is one of the world's top ultra-distance racers with a particular talent for events on the road. She has won several world and national ultra-distance titles and has set world and national records. Camille also holds the Guinness Book of World Records title for fastest marathon in a superhero costume: she was dressed as Spiderwoman. Also in this episode, you learn about the finish line traditions and the medals runners earn at Comrades, a language of accomplishments all its own. This episode is part of our first season, about experiences in and around the Comrades Marathon, a 90-km, or roughly 56-mile, road race that takes place each year in South Africa. It is the oldest and largest ultra-distance foot race in the world. This episode's recommended resource is the Keeping Track podcast. It's cohosted by former and current professional runners Alysia Montaño, Roisin McGettigan, and Molly Huddle, and the trio discuss issues around women in sport with other notable female athletes or experts in the field. Their conversations are personal and powerful, and they get into tough issues that deserve more attention like racial and gender discrimination and inequality and drug use, that is, cheating. All of the episodes are really good listens, and in particular the interview with two-time Olympic medalist Dawn Harper Nelson is particularly memorable. Camille Herron's website: http://www.camilleherron.comCamille on Twitter: @runcamilleCamille on Instagram: @runcamilleWays to follow Strides Forward OnlineLearn more about Strides Forward on our websiteFollow Strides Forward on Instagram and Twitter: @StridesForwardBook mentioned in this episode: Lore of Running by Tim NoakesAdditional audio for this episode comes from SABC Sport 2017 live race coverage, and from an SABC post-race interview. 

All of our TKFLASTANIS are very dear to us, but Citizen #1 will have a special place in our hearts. Bobsledder Josh Williamson, winner of the first season of Team USA's "The Next Olympic Hopeful" was our first interviewee, and now he returns, on the cusp of fulfilling his "Next Olympic Hopeful" goals and making it to the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. We catch up with Josh and learn how he's approaching this season, what it's like to become a veteran in the sport, and what the bobsled track at Beijing is like (POV video here). Follow Josh on Twitter and Insta In our history moment on Atlanta 1996, Alison dives into maybe the most controversial phrase that came out of Juan Antonio Samaranch's mouth during the Games. Also on tap, we've got news from TKFLASTAN, including updates on Evan Dunfee, Dawn Harper Nelson, Connor Fields and Stephanie Roble. In our Beijing 2022 update, the Olympic Flame is officially lit and has traveled to Beijing, though not without controversy. The Torch Relay, of which there are few details, includes the inspiring slogan "Health, Joy and Energy." Alison is not impressed by Jill's attempts to spruce that up. And we have news from Milan-Cortina 2026, in which we are completely unsurprised to learn of venue changes due to cost containment needs. The Games aren't even for another 4+ years, but maybe it's a good thing that they've figured this out now. Thanks so much for listening, and until next time, keep the flame alive! PHOTO: Courtesy of Josh Williamson ***  Keep the Flame Alive: The Podcast for Fans of the Olympics and Paralympics with hosts Jill Jaracz & Alison Brown   Support the show: Tell a friend: http://flamealivepod.com Bookshop.org store: https://bookshop.org/shop/flamealivepod Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flamealivepod Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/keep-the-flame-alive   Hang out with us online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flamealivepod Insta: http://www.instagram.com/flamealivepod Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/flamealivepod Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/312069749587022 Newsletter: Sign up at http://flamealivepod.com VM/Text: (208) FLAME-IT / (208) 352-6348    

Retired Army Brigadier General Mark Kimmitt reacts to President Biden's speech on Afghanistan and his pledge to get all Americans out of the country. NBC News Meteorologist Bill Karins tracks Henri, a tropical storm expected to strengthen into a category one status in the next 24 hours, and potentially become New England's first hurricane in 30 years. Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security Dr. Amesh Adajla delivers analysis on monoclonal antibody treatments and rapid Covid tests. NBC's Sahil Kapur gives the latest on where lawmakers stand on helping the Afghans who worked with Americans during the war. Plus, gold medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson reveals what she expects from Sha'carri Richardson at the Prefontaine Classic.

On this special edition of "Listen in With KNN '' presented by FOX Sports Radio, host Kelsey Nicole Nelson welcomed special guest IAAF Diamond League Champion and Two-Time Olympic Medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson. The East St. Louis native recapped her Olympic experiences and shed light on the Team USA track and field program. She also shed light on the joys of motherhood. #LIWKNN #ListenInWithKNN

Hour 1: Dawn Harper-Nelson, Olympic Gold Medalist in Track & Field joins the show and talks Simone Biles, Track, and much more. Hour 2: Dawn Harper continued

An exploration of motherhood and the Olympics. First, through the storytelling of Dawn Harper-Nelson, Olympic gold and silver medalist, a wife and a mom. Next, a discussion with Molly Dickens, Co-Founder and Executive Director of &Mother, on the inequities and barriers that exist for athlete mothers and what the future state should look like. Then, a breakdown and call to action on how the listener can take immediate next steps on being an active participant in supporting equity for mothers and women in their Olympic journeys. Meet the guests: Dawn Harper-Nelson Mother 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist in 100m hurdles  2012 Olympic Silver Medalist in 100m hurdles Tied the Olympic record of 12.37 in 2012 Molly Dickens Mother Co-Founder of &Mother Physiologist Calls to action: When you see mothers working out or running, tell them they are doing a good job or that they are inspiring. It might be just what they need to hear  Tag on social media and purchase from companies that do make an effort to support mothers, thank them for recognizing the outstanding value of mothers Refrain from commenting on other peoples bodies/exercise habits during pregnancy and postpartum, leave to the doctors and midwives to advise Donate to &Mother Learn more Check out Mamava for resources and breastfeeding services in the US Article Knox mentioned about his partner, Leta Shy sparking Allyson Felix activism for Black Maternal Health List of organizations Running Realized and Tracksmith have donated to throughout this first season If you take action and do one of our suggested takeaways, tell us! We would love to hear what you did, and how it changed you. Tag us in a post on Instagram or email info@runningforreal.com to share. Running Realized is hosted by Tina Muir and Knox Robinson. Produced by Jon Phillips. Original music, sound design, and mix by Daniel Brunelle. Edited by Gordon Bramli. Cover image created by Mari De Monte and Toby Kelleher. Learn more about Running Realized Follow Running Realized on Instagram Learn more about Running Realized here Sign up for the Running Realized Newsletter Thank you to Tracksmith for partnering with Running Realized Tracksmith is a Boston-based running apparel brand, born from a desire to celebrate both the history and the evolving culture of running. Their team works to create a space where stories and conversations from all corners of the sport are welcome. They believe that stories have the power to both inspire the next generation and grow the sport. And they know that conversations drive change and empower new perspectives. Check out the Tracksmith Journal at journal.tracksmith.com to learn more. Thanks for listening! To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews are appreciated! Share a screenshot of the podcast on your social media and encourage others to go listen too. Be sure to tag Running Realized if you share on Instagram (Tag Knox and Tina too!) Thanks for joining us.

Happy Mother's Day! Earlier this week, I had the honor and privilege of hosting a virtual live show with four inspiring, iconic women: Lauren Fleshman, Alysia Montaño, Stephanie Bruce, and Dawn Harper-Nelson. It was an open, honest, totally unfiltered conversation about the realities of motherhood — the good, the bad, the messy, the 4 AM feedings, and the pressure we put on ourselves to, sigh, "do it all." We talked about asking for help, and why that can be more complicated than it seems, and talked about what mothers need — like really need — to thrive in society today. (And we raised more than $5,000 for &Mother — Alysia's organization that is dedicated to breaking down barriers that limit a woman's choice to pursue and thrive in both career and motherhood — in the process!) And on a personal note: Whatever stage of motherhood you are in, please know that I see you, and you are not alone. If you're an aspiring mom, if you are trying to conceive, if you are basking in new motherhood, if you are struggling in new motherhood, if you're a seasoned mom, if you have a complicated relationship with your own mother, whatever stage or phase you are in right now, know that I see you. I see how hard you are working, how hard you are trying, how you are showing up every day, doing your best. And if no one has told you yet today: You're doing great. Truly. Mother's Day can bring up a lot of emotions for a lot of people, and I want you to protect your heart, today and always. I hope this conversation will help some people feel seen or less alone, but I also know that spending 90 minutes hearing about motherhood may not serve a lot of people right now, so please do what is best for you. [Hug.] SPONSOR: Picky Bars — Visit pickybars.com/ontherun, where code ONTHERUN gets you 20% off. (Join the Picky Club and get an extra 20% off.) For more: Lauren Fleshman on Episode 103 of the Ali on the Run Show Lauren Fleshman & Jesse Thomas on Episode 161 of the Ali on the Run Show Alysia Montaño on Episode 259 of the Ali on the Run Show Steph Bruce on Episode 104 of the Ali on the Run Show Steph & Ben Bruce on Episode 206 of the Ali on the Run Show Steph Bruce on Episode 354 of the Ali on the Run Show Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Blog Strava Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify SoundCloud Overcast Stitcher Google Play SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you’re enjoying the show, please subscribe, and leave a rating and review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts. And, as always, spread the run love by sharing this episode with your friends, family members, running buddies, or favorite internet strangers!

Dawn Harper Nelson is an Olympic gold (2008) and silver (2012) medalist in the 100-meter hurdles. In this powerful and important interview, Dawn goes deep about her experiences as a Black woman athlete who also became the first American in her discipline to win a gold medal at one Olympics and then medal at the following Games. Dawn will be making her bid for a third Olympic team at the Track and Field Olympic Trials coming up in June 2021. Another excellent women helping women tie in here is that Dawn was chosen as one of three elite athlete moms to receive support from the nonprofit &mother as she trains for the trials. &mother aims to help women thrive in their career and in motherhood, and it was founded by Keeping Track’s Alysia Montaño.  Links for This EpisodeKeeping Track website: keeping-track.com Follow Keeping Track on Instagram: @keeptrackmediaFollow Dawn Harper Nelson on Instagram: @dharp100mhFollow Dawn Harper Nelson on Twitter: @DHarp100mHDawn Harper Nelson Facebook Fanpage: facebook.com/dawnharpernelson&mother website: andmother.orgFollow Strides Forward on Instagram and Twitter: @StridesForwardStrides Forward is on Facebook & now has a (private) Facebook group; please join usStrides Forward website: stridesforwardpodcast.comWe have merch! 

With this episode, we release an important follow-up conversation with Dawn Harper-Nelson. In our preparation for our original interview with Dawn, we missed an important detail that should have been central to that first discussion. After posting episode 84, we learned that Dawn actually served a three-month suspension beginning in December of 2016 for unintentionally ingesting a banned substance. In the fall of 2016, Dawn ended up in the emergency room with high blood pressure. The prescribed medication to get it under control contained the banned diuretic hydrochlorothiazide. Dawn attempted to check the medication, but the name on the bottle included an acronym that didn't match what was in the banned substance database. She documented everything about the incident (including a screenshot of her search) and was able to get all proof to USADA immediately after her adverse test result. That information led to the short, three-month suspension. According to USADA, "Following an investigation into the circumstances of her case, including Harper-Nelson’s medical records, USADA has accepted Harper-Nelson’s explanation that her positive test was caused by a blood pressure medication she was prescribed by a physician to treat hypertension. Harper-Nelson further explained that she made efforts to determine if the medication contained prohibited substances; however, due to using partial search terms, those efforts were unsuccessful." We sincerely apologize to you as listeners and to Dawn for this oversight. We absolutely still believe in Dawn as a clean athlete and are thankful to her for taking additional time to share the story of this situation. It's an important cautionary tale for clean athletes everywhere. If you are clean athlete and have questions about a potential medication, USADA encourages you to reach to their Athlete Express hotline at 1-866-601-2632. Plus, if you haven't listened to episode 84 already, it's a must-listen as Dawn is such an inspiration.

You don't want to miss this episode with Dawn Harper-Nelson because we can't think of a better person to showcase on this International Women's Day. Dawn is a fierce competitor and loving mom with an absolutely infectious personality. She's earned 4 global championship medals on the track including a gold, 2 silvers, and a bronze, but her story has impact well beyond the podium. In this episode with Shanna and Chris, Dawn opens up about her journey from growing up in East St. Louis to now raising a daughter of her own in the same area. She talks about the impact of the role models in her life including her parents who made sure her education took priority over her track career, her high school coach who saw her ultimate potential in the hurdles, and the legendary Jackie Joyner-Kersee, also from East St. Louis, who pulled her aside at a young age and told her that she had the potential to be great.  In spite of the support, Dawn shares that her path to Olympic gold in 2008 was far from easy as she barely made the Olympic team while navigating the initial part of her pro career without a sponsor, wearing borrowed spikes from a teammate. From there, Dawn discusses how she dealt with the added pressure of being Olympic champion while going on to win 3 more medals and 4 Diamond League titles over the next decade in her highly-competitive event. She also tells us why the hurdles are different and why she believes the clean sport culture in the event is so strong. In 2018, she chose to retire after finding out she was pregnant with her daughter Harper. As she explains, the culture is gradually changing for the better, but traditionally, pregnancy has meant the end of your career for most women. Now in partnership with Cadenshae and &Mother, Dawn is on the comeback trail to return to the Olympics in Tokyo to show her daughter that you can be a mom and still chase big dreams. We are rooting for her but will still be forever-fans no matter what happens. Dawn's story is a powerful inspiration for us all!

Entertainment/What’s Poppin with Deja Perez, Health and Wellness with Elizabeth Colen, Motivation with Jantie Mitchell, Politics with Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III, Women's Empowerment with Jada Davis and Camille Holmes. This week’s Woman to Follow is Dawn Harper-Nelson.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Camille’s journey includes finding ultra racing after years of being an elite marathon runner. Back to Comrades, in addition to winning it being her dream, this was also literally a dream her husband, Conor, had before Camille lined up for the race in 2017. Going into that event, however, Camille was coming off a painful knee injury suffered only ten weeks beforehand. Camille is one of the world’s top ultra-distance racers with a particular talent for events on the road. She has won several world and national ultra-distance titles and has set world and national records. Camille also holds the Guinness Book of World Records title for fastest marathon in a superhero costume: she was dressed as Spiderwoman. Also in this episode, you learn about the finish line traditions and the medals runners earn at Comrades, a language of accomplishments all its own. This episode is part of our first season, and the theme of this season is experiences in and around the Comrades Marathon, a 90-km, or roughly 56-mile, road race that takes place each year in South Africa. It is the oldest and largest ultra-distance foot race in the world. This episode’s recommended resource is the Keeping Track podcast. It’s cohosted by former and current professional runners Alysia Montaño, Roisin McGettigan, and Molly Huddle, and the trio discuss issues around women in sport with other notable female athletes or experts in the field. Their conversations are personal and powerful, and they get into tough issues that deserve more attention like racial and gender discrimination and inequality and drug use, that is, cheating. All of the episodes are really good listens, and in particular the interview with two-time Olympic medalist Dawn Harper Nelson is particularly memorable. Camille Herron’s website: http://www.camilleherron.comCamille on Twitter: @runcamilleCamille on Instagram: @runcamilleBook mentioned in this episode: Lore of Running by Tim NoakesAdditional audio for this episode comes from SABC Sport 2017 live race coverage, and from an SABC post-race interview. .

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the push to bring football back and the psychology around restarting sporting events with crowds. Hurdling champion Dawn Harper-Nelson also joins to discuss how her life has changed now that the Olympics have been postponed. NFL (4:04): Donald Trump wants games to start back up again by August or September. Is that realistic?  Dawn Harper-Nelson (26:25): Our live show guest from December returns for an update on her life and her training now that the Summer Games are off the calendar for 2020. Afterballs (47:24): Joel on Bobby Bowden, Stefan on Fountains of Wayne’s “All Kinds of Time,” and Josh on a 1948 race between old baseball men. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the push to bring football back and the psychology around restarting sporting events with crowds. Hurdling champion Dawn Harper-Nelson also joins to discuss how her life has changed now that the Olympics have been postponed. NFL (4:04): Donald Trump wants games to start back up again by August or September. Is that realistic?  Dawn Harper-Nelson (26:25): Our live show guest from December returns for an update on her life and her training now that the Summer Games are off the calendar for 2020. Afterballs (47:24): Joel on Bobby Bowden, Stefan on Fountains of Wayne’s “All Kinds of Time,” and Josh on a 1948 race between old baseball men. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

East St. Louis native and two-time Olympic medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson is gearing up to participate in the 2020 Olympics. She announced her retirement in 2018 to become a mother. Now, she's picking up her cleats and hitting the track again.

Link-dawns 2008 Oly Gold, and 2012 silver and most recent 2017 world champs silver0-10 Ro and Alysia catch up on Alysia’s commentating job from Boston Indoor Games!10-15 Dawn’s background and dreams for being mother and Olympic champ, the decision to wait to have a baby until she was done running in 2018 and coming OUT OF RETIREMENT for 2020!16:50-coming back from pregnancy -practice 6 weeks post baby was frustrating “that felt terrible to not be able to do something (a start off the line) that I feel like is just rolling out of bed” Felt rushed , but body has own timeline.23: link to the Tea on Players Tribune (via Facebook)We talk about the WNBA Collective bargaining agreement“The world recognized that this was a big deal” and deserved a news cycle not just small printWhat would be our issues in Collective Bargaining in track? Maternity, contract minimum?29: Perspectives on race and marketing: on seeking appropriate media attention and sponsorship opportunities for her achievements. The unexpected olympic gold in 2008-came from no contract, borrowed shoes , worked 3 jobs and shared a house with others“When I get to the line I’m not thinking of my hair style, my skin , my build, I’m thinking when I get to the line can I beat these other women”33 describing post gold feelings-so happyVs Interview experience: so much focus on LoLo who was the favorite to win not medaling-it didn’t follow the media script and there was some backlash because LoLo was a media darlingand Dawn was relatively unknown.She understood it took time for public to adjust to her win37: Marketability for female athletes come with unique challenges : ex- black female athletes-hair is a big deal, takes time and money to look good on tv39- on being called “jealous, dark, black and ugly, mad because LoLo got the spotlight”-upsetting, because she didn’t want fame she wanted to realize her full potential“Thar Narrative carried on for years” “I felt lost”42: How comments on her braids made her feel ugly and regret a style she likes ”I felt like the world was telling me I was ugly”44-2012 olympics-so happy to medal again. She was more well known and ready again to battle Sally Pearson-PR’d,broke former Oly Record w Sally, came second by a fraction46 : 2012 reactions: social media- people call her “angry, black b--, kill yourself”The TV interview was centered around Lolo’s loss again49: Remembering back to 2008, room mate was devastated by loss while she was so happy to win, showed her to be sensitive and respectful to her competitors-why it’s so upsetting that she was portrayed as bitter regarding Lolo’s loss51: Kelly Wells purple hair was called too “ghetto” and unamerican by internet trolls52: ”there was a time for four solid years, olympics to olympics, where I was fending for myself and had to somehow find my own confidence and say no matter what the world is telling me I know that when I line up its a blessing to wear these 3 letters on my chest and every time I line up im just going to do my best” 53: The medals didn’t have the sponsorship power she expected-she felt her team didn’t push back at the narrative of “the market is down, no one is asking for you” and “you’re not the look”59: she felt lonely and unsupported in her issue. She felt like she didn’t have value for what she’d done, 62:2020-looking for sponsors but going for the dream anyway “you’ve been here before and you can do it again”65: outside influences matter (media and social media trolls etc), I

At a live show in Washington, D.C., Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by NPR’s Gene Demby to discuss the state of sports media. Olympic gold medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson also joins to talk about her comeback as a mother. Finally, Demby, Lindsay Gibbs, and Dave McKenna ponder ethical dilemmas in sports.   State of sports media (01:38): How have our consumption habits changed since the death of Deadspin and the partial zombification of Sports Illustrated?   Dawn Harper-Nelson (16:36): The hurdling champion on the highs and lows of her career and the challenges of returning to the track after having a baby.   Ethical dilemmas (44:12): Would you report on an NCAA violation if you think NCAA rules are immoral?   Afterballs (01:00:42): Stefan on the sad fate of wonderfully named minor-league baseball teams and Josh on a peeing dog at the Egg Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At a live show in Washington, D.C., Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by NPR’s Gene Demby to discuss the state of sports media. Olympic gold medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson also joins to talk about her comeback as a mother. Finally, Demby, Lindsay Gibbs, and Dave McKenna ponder ethical dilemmas in sports.   State of sports media (01:38): How have our consumption habits changed since the death of Deadspin and the partial zombification of Sports Illustrated?   Dawn Harper-Nelson (16:36): The hurdling champion on the highs and lows of her career and the challenges of returning to the track after having a baby.   Ethical dilemmas (44:12): Would you report on an NCAA violation if you think NCAA rules are immoral?   Afterballs (01:00:42): Stefan on the sad fate of wonderfully named minor-league baseball teams and Josh on a peeing dog at the Egg Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

U.S. Olympian and World Champion Hammer Thrower DeAnna Price is back to tell us about her experiences at the Rio 2016 Olympics and take some listener questions. Plus, a Team Olympic Fever member is making a comeback, and we've got the end of the Tokyo 2020 marathon/race walking saga (or is it?). When DeAnna talks about "her girls," you can see the love in this video when Fiodorow congratulates her. Warning: You might need a tissue for this one. Follow DeAnna on Insta and Twitter! From our Team Olympic Fever Update: If you haven't seen Dawn Harper Nelson's announcement video, you should check it out. Photo courtesy of DeAnna Price. DISCLAIMER: OLYMPIC® is a trademark of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (“USOPC”). Any use of OLYMPIC® in the Olympic Fever podcast is strictly for informational and commentary purposes. The Olympic Fever podcast is not an official podcast of the USOPC. The Olympic Fever podcast is not a sponsor of the USOPC, nor is Olympic Fever associated with or endorsed by USOPC in any way. The content of Olympic Fever podcast does not reflect the opinions, standards, views, or policies of the USOPC, and the USOPC in no way warrants that content featured in Olympic Fever is accurate.

It's a holiday week, so we're bringing you another set of Olympian Lightning Round interviews for your enjoyment. This week we've got hurdler Dawn Harper Nelson, water polo player Tony Azevedo and shotgun shooter Kim Rhode. Happy New Year! DISCLAIMER: OLYMPIC® is a trademark of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (“USOPC”). Any use of OLYMPIC® in the Olympic Fever podcast is strictly for informational and commentary purposes. The Olympic Fever podcast is not an official podcast of the USOPC. The Olympic Fever podcast is not a sponsor of the USOPC, nor is Olympic Fever associated with or endorsed by USOPC in any way. The content of Olympic Fever podcast does not reflect the opinions, standards, views, or policies of the USOPC, and the USOPC in no way warrants that content featured in Olympic Fever is accurate.

Hurdling great Dawn Harper Nelson is BACK! This week she talks with us about gold at Beijing 2008, silver at London 2012, and a heartbreaking 2016 US Olympic trials. Plus, we’ve got TOFU, a Tokyo 2020 update, and an opportunity for you to help the Beijing 2022 Games. Also, Jill and Alison discuss who would win in a mascot race. Here are Dawn’s races — once you listen to the show, check out the London race again and see if you see what Dawn’s talking about. Beijing London The 2016 Olympic Trials and her post-race interview Rio 2016 – US sweeps the podium Don’t forget to follow the next chapter of Dawn’s journey — you can find her on Twitter and Insta at @DHarp100mH. On Facebook she’s Dawn Harper Nelson, and her website is www.dawnharpernelson.com In our Tokyo 2020 Update, we mention the new Paralympic schedule. Find it here. Want to submit a proposal for the Beijing 2022 Opening Ceremonies? Find out more info here. If you do enter, remember, Alison likes lots of drums. Do you need more Soohorang in your life? Who doesn’t?! It was nice to see this clip on Twitter recently. Don’t forget to support the show–there’s so many ways to keep our flame alive: Share it with your Olympic-loving friends! Write a review on iTunes! Become a patron! Thanks, as always, for listening, and until next week, keep the flame alive! DISCLAIMER: OLYMPIC® is a trademark of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (“USOPC”). Any use of OLYMPIC® in the Olympic Fever podcast is strictly for informational and commentary purposes. The Olympic Fever podcast is not an official podcast of the USOPC. The Olympic Fever podcast is not a sponsor of the USOPC, nor is Olympic Fever associated with or endorsed by USOPC in any way. The content of Olympic Fever podcast does not reflect the opinions, standards, views, or policies of the USOPC, and the USOPC in no way warrants that content featured in Olympic Fever is accurate.

Dawn Harper Nelson, gold medalist at Beijing 2008 and silver medalist at London 2012 in the 100m hurdles, explains how to approach a hurdle race. Plus, Jill has a startling confession--or perhaps you'd call it a b-confession. So many links for you this week. First off, follow Dawn: Twitter:@DHarp100mH Insta:https://www.instagram.com/dharp100mh/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/dawnharpernelson www.dawnharpernelson.com   Some of the videos of her that we mentioned on the show: Watch her do some exercises and be all inspirational. Her victory at Beijing 2008. Her silver medal race at London 2012. A snippet of her Aha Talk. We'll have Dawn back on next week -- she'll go into her victory at Beijing, her silver at London and the crushing blow she felt at the Rio Olympic Trials. Also, the dulcet tones of Team member Jason Bryant will be lighting up an arena in Budapest at the World Wrestling Championships. Catch those here -- and they're also going to be on NBC Olympics this weekend! Check out Finn Sisu's Kikkan Randall ski pole fundraiser. Also, here's a look at the recently released cycling course for Tokyo 2020 -- views of Fuji-san, everyone!! Don't forget about our latest Book Club selection, Running for My Life by Lopez Lomong. It takes an enormous amount of time and effort to put together this show, and we're trying to raise the funds to continue to make it possible. Other ways you can support us where we earn some bucks: Patreon! Don't have money? No problem! We also need to keep finding our people -- we know there are more out there, and you can help us find them: Nominate us for a Discover Pod award! Share us with your family, friends, connections and followers on all of your socials! We've seen some of this in action already--thank you so much for getting our name out there! And some fun for you: Join our Facebook Group, where you can shoot the breeze with your fellow Olympic fans. You never know...you might get a sneak peek and give some input on future shows! DISCLAIMER: OLYMPIC® is a trademark of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (“USOPC”). Any use of OLYMPIC® in the Olympic Fever podcast is strictly for informational and commentary purposes. The Olympic Fever podcast is not an official podcast of the USOPC. The Olympic Fever podcast is not a sponsor of the USOPC, nor is Olympic Fever associated with or endorsed by USOPC in any way. The content of Olympic Fever podcast does not reflect the opinions, standards, views, or policies of the USOPC, and the USOPC in no way warrants that content featured in Olympic Fever is accurate.

East St. Louis native and Olympic gold medalist Dawn Harper Nelson is taking a break from running and spoke to host Don Marsh about her career, being a female athlete, activism and upcoming speaking engagements.