Podcasts about jamaican bobsled

The Winter Olympics kicked off in Calgary on 13th February, 1988 - but the stand-out stars of the event did not qualify for a medal. Rather, the four-man Jamaican Bobsled team - who would later become (unreliably) immortalised in the Disney comedy ‘Cool Runnings' - became a testament to the intersection of determination, investment, and sporting excellence. The brainchild of Americans George Fitch and William Maloney, the concept was influenced by Jamaica's annual Pushcart Derby, and supported in part by the Tourist Board. Participants, including helicopter pilot Dudley Stokes, were recruited via the pair's connections to the Jamaican military. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly pick out fact from fiction in the Hollywood retelling of the saga; consider the legacy of Jamaica's first-time involvement with this cold-weather sport; and reveal how reggae music really did help the team make it to the competition…  Further Reading: • 'I Was in The Jamaican Bobsled Team That Inspired 'Cool Runnings'' (Newsweek, 2022): https://www.newsweek.com/i-was-jamaican-bobsled-team-that-inspired-cool-runnings-1675732 • ‘Jamaican bobsleigh team: Everything you need to know about Cool Runnings, the 1988 Olympic Games, and more' (Olympics, 2021): https://olympics.com/en/news/jamaican-bobsleigh-team-1988-winter-olympics • ‘Jamaican Bobsleigh Team Debut At Calgary Winter Olympics' (Olympics, 1988): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nm4DjRcmoPY Love the show? Join

Of the countless sports movies that have been released over the past thirty years, Cool Runnings might be the most culturally significant. Released in 1993, the film tells the story of the Jamaican Bobsled team that competed in the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary. In this episode, we hear all about how the film was made, including the struggle from the actors to make sure their characters weren't stereotyped beyond recognition, and how certain elements in the film were changed to make the story more “Hollywood.”

DEVON HARRIS is a Motivational Speaker and former Olympian. He was one of the original members of the world-famous first ever JAMAICAN BOBSLED team that inspired the legendary feel good film: COOL RUNNINGS... ⏬ We talk about the real true-story behind the movie, including how Devon went from the dangerous ghetto of Olympic Gardens, to the (Winter) Olympic Games, the real name of the bobsled (not Tallulah), Cool Runnings FAQs, and more. HAVE YOU MET... DEVON HARRIS

As the Winter Olympics wrap up, we thought we'd dive into the 1993 film that tells the story of the Jamaican Bobsled team at the 1988 Winter Olympics.01:23 - “Cool Runnings”, 29 years later23:25 - Favourite scenes, quotes, and more.Have a question for the fellas? Follow us on social media @MCTVPodcast, or visit MCTVPodcast.comMusic provided by WHALE AND THE WOLF. Check out their music on Apple and Spotify.

Welcome to Plus or Bust - A Disney Podcast, where each week we discuss a different, random film from Disney's streaming video service, Disney+, and decide whether or not we would recommend it or not by giving a Plus or a Bust. We also discuss various Disney news and other Disney related topics so each week is something different.On this episode we talk about the latest Disney news including the first trailer for the Chip 'n' Dale: Rescue Rangers movie and the Netflix original Marvel series leaving the service.  All that and more plus our featured film discussion on Cool Runnings. Does this 90s classic about the first Jamaican bobsled team score the gold? Or is it dead? Find out on this episode of Plus or Bust!00:00:36 - Introductions00:02:33 - Gripe Corner - NuiMO woes00:08:57 - New Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness trailer drops00:15:00 - The first trailer for Chip 'n' Dale: Rescue Rangers is nuts00:24:00 - Beauty and the Beast prequel series postponed indefinitely00:27:38 - Netflix original Marvel shows are leaving the service in March00:31:27 - How I Met Your Father renewed for season 200:31:54 - Soarin' Over California returning to Disney California Adventure00:35:19 - Mask mandate lifted from US Disney parks00:36:40 - Tangent about Happy Meal toys and Disney owning Fox00:45:31 - Cool Runnings discussion01:27:39 - Final Thoughts + Verdicts01:28:21 - The random film pick for next week is...01:32:44 - Outro + Social LinksFollow us on Twitter! @PlusOrBustFollow us on Instagram! @PlusOrBustJoin our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/disneyplusorbustSend us an email at disneyplusorbust@gmail.comAny popping, clicking, echoing or vibrations you hear in the audio are not intentional and we're working to get it fixed for later episodes. We apologize for an inconsistent quality.Recorded 02/15/2022

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FEEL THE RHYTHM! FEEL THE RHYME! GET ON UP, IT'S BOBSLED TIME!On this week's episode of Retro Grade Podcast, we wanted to commemorate both the Winter Olympics happening in Beijing, and Black History Month. And there's only one film that we can think of that fits the bill: Cool Runnings, the 1993 Disney Classic. It's loosely based on the Jamaican Bobsled team that went on to compete in the 1988 Olympic games, and their journey from being ridiculed by everyone, to representing their country on the grandest athletic stage. Being remembered by many as a classic sports film, including our very own Austin, how does the film hold up after being out for almost 30 years? With the little representation that Jamaica receives in the United States, does the film do it justice or does it fall short by leaning into racial stereotypes that America has had about Jamaicans? With none of the lead actors having been born in Jamaica, how do they play their parts, and are they a positive representation of the people of Jamaica, and of the real bobsledders that competed in the 1988 games?We talk about the story and screenplay, mainly focusing on how strictly the story follows the real-life events that inspired it (hint: not very closely at all). And what creative liberties the filmmakers choose to make to bring the film to life. This aspect of the story was actually the reason many filmmakers passed on the project, with many not knowing how to combine the real events with contemporary Hollywood storytelling techniques. We also focus on the main characters, and how their writing and performances were so great, we can see how their story has stood the test of time and will continue to in the coming years.So pack up your snow gear and flip flops, because on this week's episode we're going to be taking a round trip to both Jamaica and Canada, as we talk about Cool Runnings.Enjoy!Music is from Triune Digital and audio clips pulled from movies we will be reviewing in other episodes.Artwork by @jannelle_o

Tonight's YKY episode is a feel good film, 1993's Cool Runnings. The true story of the Jamaican Bobsled team that competed in the 88 Calgary Winter Olympics. It stars John Candy (In his last film before he died 6 months later), and as the Bobsled team, Leon, Doug E. Doug, Rawie Lewis and Malik Yoba. At the time this was Disney's highest grossing live action film and while not high art, a fun movie that will make you smile. Did everyone feel that way? Watch and find out. Also, if you can help define what "equipment porn" is leave it in the comment section.

We open with some Fails including Cracker Barrel serving bleach, a truck full of monkeys, and Darren Rovell. Malik McDowell is the failed athlete this week after his latest arrest when he was found naked walking around a school. We discuss last week's Sunday NFL games along with the games from this Saturday. We also make our predictions for the remainder of this weekend's games. Other news in the sports world include the Bruins retiring Willie O'Ree's #22 and the Jamaican Bobsled team is in the Olympics. Losers include the Raiders potentially blowing things up, Russell Westbrook's benching, and a potential scandal with Arsenal. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sean998/support

Hour two: Hoch wants to know if Crowder craves meat and Solana lies again. After, Rob Pizzola shares a quirk about his wife that drives him nuts and the Jamaican Bobsled team sparks a convo about the best Disney movies. 

A quick recap of the Wild Card round and we break down divisional round matchups...plus would Tom Selleck have made a better Indiana Jones? The Jamaican Bobsled team returns! Would you trade for Ben Simmons? Bobcats bounce Miami...Red Bull's engine issues...and the Florida A&M Rattlers

We have an extra-special guest for Episode #3! Tune in as Host, Scott Tyson, speaks on everything this podcast stands for - innovation, pivoting, perseverance and more - with an original member of the 1988 Jamaican Bobsled Team and captain of the 1992 and 1998 teams and a 3- time Olympian - Devon Harris! In his current career as a Keynote Speaker, Author and Motivator, Devon goes about inspiring students, businesspeople and leaders to achieve their goals using his real-life story of perseverance and persistence through his motto ‘Keep on Pushing'. Hear more about his story in this episode!

Peace be the journey, 90s Court! This week we are taking two sports films from the decade to the stand: A League of Their Own vs. Cool Runnings. Are you trying out for the Jamaican Bobsled team or joining Geena Davis on the Rockford Peaches? Vote to let us know! Andy also talks about some questionable symbolism on Pokemon's Kadabra character while Lisa focuses on our favorite memory-keeper of the decade, the disposable camera. Listen now! Support us on Patreon at patreon.com/90scourt, and follow us on Facebook and Twitter @90scourt, and on Instagram @90s.court. Thank you to Sahy Uhns for the use of our theme song "Uh Hmmm...".  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/90scourt/message

The greatest gift Devon Harris, Leader of the Keep on Pushing Foundation, ever received was the belief that a positive attitude and a never say die philosophy would carry him farther than he could imagine. It's with this attitude, that Devon became part of the original Jamaican Bobsled team that competed in 1988 and inspired the movie Cool Runnings! At the heart of Devon's message are the lessons he has learned of the power of persistence over obstacles in order to live one's best life. His book, https://www.amazon.com/Keep-Pushing-Lessons-Cool-Runnings/dp/0976408279 (Keep on Pushing) brings this message about how everyone can keep on pushing and working for their dreams every day of their professional as well as personal lives. Let's dive right into Devon's incredible story and learn the keys to communication that motivates entire countries!  In this Episode: [00:01 - 07:00] Opening Segment I introduce and welcome Devon Harris Original Jamaican Bobsled team  Importance of authenticity and motivations Devon gives some background about joining the Bobsled team  Started training at the age of 15  Anyone can become an olympian with an extraordinary desire  Becoming part of the team while being part of the army  Just kept trying  [07:01 - 19:55] Communicating with Authenticity; Selling the Dream Devon gives insights into the communication needed within an athletic setting  Speaking the same language  The challenges faced  Passing on the vital information  Tailoring the information to different individuals  Tips on being a good listener  Having a loose agenda  Listening with your heart not just your ears Give up trying to be impressive  The importance of context  The Keys to being a great leader Endeavor to put yourself in the other person's shoe  We all want to be treated as a full person  Communicating your persistence to other people Selling the dream What you can and can't influence It requires diplomacy  Keeping up the team spirit  You have to train and develop the other person [19:56 - 31:50] Motivating an Entire Country Devon talks about the value of diversity and how to drive it  Nature is not homogenous  Taking cues from sports  The person who can get the job done  Driving social mobility  Recognizing that different people have the ability to contribute  The benefit of the hope of opportunity  How Devon identifies with disadvantaged people Motivating people on a mass scale Inspiring people through a story  Writing the book instead of reading it  The importance of authenticity  Something about him/her Devon talks about leadership from his army days Prepare and practice; put the work in  [31:51 - 40:10] Closing Segment The most impactful conversation of your life?  Devon talks about her Grandmother  Amazing storyteller Having the vision and goal  One communication skill you wish you had more of in the past?  To ask more questions  The best communicator that you know?  Michael Manley, Winston Churchill, and Nelson Mandela, JFK Simple way to express your thoughts  Charisma and down to earth  Being a visionary  How to find Devon  Links below  Final Words Tweetable Quotes: "Keep your mouth shut, and keep your ears open… You really need to hear, as in feel, not just with your ears but with your heart.” - Devon Harris “My philosophy is that you endeavor to put yourself in the other person's shoe.” - Devon Harris Resources Mentioned:  https://www.amazon.com/Keep-Pushing-Lessons-Cool-Runnings/dp/0976408279 (Keep on Pushing) You can connect with Devon on https://www.linkedin.com/in/keynotespeakerdevonharris/ (LinkedIn), https://twitter.com/keeponpushing88?lang=en (Twitter), and https://www.instagram.com/keeponpushing88/?hl=en...

Devon Harris is the captain of the Jamaican Bobsled team which spawned a Disney movie. Now a motivational speaker, Devon takes time to talk with Tiberius about his experiences and joys of being an Olympic Athlete.

In this episode we Breakdown one of John Candys last films, Cool Runnings. It's the story about the first Jamaican Bobsled team and the man who helped along the way. Daris and Sanka are best friends with a goal to become the first Bobsled team to represent Jamaica. Problem is they have no experience and only months to train, so they enlist the help of an experienced Olympic coach. E-mail us any movie suggestions, or just plain suggestions to Breakdownfromthecouch@gmail.com Check out our page and shop our sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I spoke with Devon Harris, a Military Officer turned 3-time Olympian and an original member of the 1988 Jamaican bobsled team. Devon is an International Motivational Keynote speaker, and is the Founder of the Keep On Pushing Foundation which is dedicated to helping underserved youth in Jamaica by giving them food and school supplies to help them be more successful in school.Let’s dive right in to Devon’s story and learn about his journeyThings you will learn in this episode:[00:01 – 07:26] Opening SegmentI Introduce my guest, Devon Harris, to the showDevon talks about his background and his neighborhoodHis inspiration to start the Keep on Pushing Foundation and help his community[07:27 - 22:33] The Journey to be a pro athleteDevon shares his humble beginningsHis inspiration to become a professional athleteDevon talks about his time in the MilitaryHe entered the Royal Military Academy SandhurstQualifying for the first ever Jamaican Bobsled team[22:34 - 36:59] The OlympicsTheir first practice in a bobsled trackDevon talks about their first OlympicsDevon shares how a bobsled team operatesHis perseverance to become the leader of the team [37:00 - 43:38] The FOCUS FIVE SegmentWhat book have you gifted most often? Keep On Pushing by Devon HarrisIf you can get an hour of somebody's time and ask questions, who would that be and why? Nelson MandelaWhat is one thing you believe that most people would disagree with you: The Definition of InjusticeMorning routine; How do you start your day?Wake up around 6 AMHave my cup of teaMeditateReadWhat is the best place we can connect with you online?See below for Social linksFinal words from Devon and me Tweetable Quotes:“If you’re hungry, you can’t learn. If you’re not learning, then you can’t get educated and then you’re really behind the 8-ball of life.” - Devon Harris“Hey, if it’s difficult, go do it. You might fail, but who knows?” - Devon Harris“Whatever is behind you or in front of you, is totally and completely insignificant to whatever it is that’s inside of you. So I encourage you to keep on pushing.” - Devon Harris Resources mentioned in the episode:Yes, I Can!: The Story of the Jamaican Bobsled TeamThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleKeep On Pushing FoundationYou can connect with Devon by following him on Instagram and twitter or visit his channel and website www.devonharris.comLEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes.Are you working HARD but not really moving the needle on anything? You should check out my POWER LIST and find out how you can get more done to move your business, project, or relationship closer to where you want it to be. Let’s go!To know more about me and all the real estate opportunities you can find, check out my website at Hansstruzyna.com and follow me on Instagram. Get the chance to talk with me for FREE. Set up a call using this link https://calendly.com/h-struzyna/15min See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Founding member of the Jamaican Bobsled team, Devon Harris joined Sam and Jordan to share his story of how they got to the Olympics in 1988, in our weekly feature interview.

Happy Labor Day! We are back working on a day we are suppose to have to try and get our Rhythm back like the Jamaican Bobsled team. We talk about the Lions organization and Marq goes on a rant about being a lions fan. We talk about Jimmy Butler doing work and a judge taking a tennis ball to the throat. Enjoy!Twitter: @BawlOutPod 

If you grew up in Canada is the 80's, the Calgary Olympics were a huge deal. One of the big stories was the Jamaican Bobsled team's entry. A few years later Disney decided to make a movie loosely based on their story. Cool Runnings was a major sucess, but was it any good? Listen as the Reel Sports team discuss.   Find us on Instagram at reelsportspodcast, on Twitter @reelsportspodc1, and facebook reelsportspodcast. Feel free to contact us reelsportspodcast@gmail.com

Today the team hops into the Rasta Rocket and heads down to Jamaica to talk 1993's Jamaican Bobsled movie, Cool Runnings.Subscribe! Review! Share!Theme song composed by Nick Heil.

Fastest man in the NFL and '85 Chicago Bear, Willie Gault visits Hotboxin to talk about Carl Lewis, the Jamaican Bobsled team, and hanging at the Playboy Mansion with Hugh Hefner.

 Overview: I ran across a couple of articles about Disney and their work in the digital content world.  The acquisition of 21st century fox is the proverbial tip of the iceberg as Disney works to move into a whole new world. But I have a couple of other quick fun things to share,  too.  Ad Age article: http://adage.com/article/cmo-strategy/mouse-s-house/312235/ CNN Money Article: http://money.cnn.com/2018/02/06/media/disney-espn-streaming/index.html Notes:  Windows 10 rotating through images from Soarin' is kind of fun.  You can make it something you love - perhaps your favorite attractions(s) or areas at Walt Disney World.  Cool Runnings is about the 1988 Jamaican Bobsled team, and came out in 1990. I mention gun control in passing during the podcast.  It fit in thematically with the story I was telling. And, since the recent school shooting was nearby, our daily ives were (and are) impacted, its relevant to me.  To be clear, I have a strong opinion, but I am not going to debate with any of you; its pointless.....instead I will let our youth take this on; they will be engaged in deciding their own future...as I said in the podcast, ignore them at your peril.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daves-disney-view/message

Cool Runnings is based on the true story of the first Jamaican Bobsled team to compete in the 1988 Winter Olympics. It's a Disney sports movie like Miracle! But how true is it? Don't worry, Mike is on the case!

It was February 13, 1988. It wad cloudy and cold, but the electricity and excitement in the air swarmed it up. Whether it was at home with friends or family, or at McMahon Stadium, the word watched the 1988 Winter Olympics. The next 15 days, Calgary watched and opened their cities to tourist all across the world. A then-record 57 nations and 1,423 athletes competed. You may remember Eddie the Eagle, the Jamaican Bobsled team which films were made about them. Now, in February of 2026. It may be cloudy and cold. It may be sunny and chinooky warm. It may be the same within an hour, knowing Calgary. But could the Winter Olympics return?On Tuesday, after a marathon session, Calgary City Council voted 12-3 to move forward with its 2026 Olympics bid process and hold a plebiscite in November 13.Now, the bid includes a new field house, a mid size arena seating up to 6,000, using existing facilities from the 1988 Winter Games in Calgary and Canmore as well as the 2010 games. The total cost will be approximately $5.2 billion dollars.To help hopefully clear up some misconceptions and dig into tis a bit, joining Yes Calgary2026. Jason Riberio organizer YesCalgary2026.Why the Olympics?-The process of what's in the bid. And why things were left out?-The current public perception. Pro's and Cons.-From your perspective. what are some myths that are being shared.-Places where people can hear more information.-Provincial, Federal,and possibly civic conversationsFor more info go toyescalgary2026.caTwitter: @yescalgary2026 @Jason_RibeiroFacebook: Yes Calgary 2026.Follow meFacebook:Kevin Olenick, Agree or Disagree:The Podcast.Twitter:@kevoleSpreaker: @kevoleSoundcloud:@kevoleYou Tube:Kevin OlenickiTunes:Agree or Disagree:The Podcast.

It was February 13, 1988. It wad cloudy and cold, but the electricity and excitement in the air swarmed it up. Whether it was at home with friends or family, or at McMahon Stadium, the word watched the 1988 Winter Olympics. The next 15 days, Calgary watched and opened their cities to tourist all across the world. A then-record 57 nations and 1,423 athletes competed. You may remember Eddie the Eagle, the Jamaican Bobsled team which films were made about them. Now, in February of 2026. It may be cloudy and cold. It may be sunny and chinooky warm. It may be the same within an hour, knowing Calgary. But could the Winter Olympics return?Jason Riberio from Yes Calgary joined us. You can listen to that Podcast here.https://www.spreaker.com/user/kevole/why-calgary-should-say-yes-to-calgary202Trevor Tombe joined us on Facebook Live. He helps unpack if there is an ecomomoc benefit to having the Olympics.Topics we cover include;-Is there economic benefits?-Some questioms around the presentation of the bid.-Federal Government-Provincial Government- what will the cost be-The questions around the cost of the bid.-Questions to ask the Yes side.-Public Perception.If you want to watch the Facebook Live, here it is.https://www.facebook.com/kevin.olenick.50/videos/10156452796431287/?hc_ref=ARRqPGz6tj-0WlwqcepVpLvSlpRez0PJkHUDFZhBYN0rw4chR3INVghbqxdLTuLLg-o&__xts__[0]=68.ARDxTkLRnrC0_-KAghA6SO0ZOb6JJTjxzx_7v8Ymsp4jb2WoIDLzd1qaxE30yEKAxjMkoMN7JE7t4qh9AVUp45ZHQ3MEODtvPLKqZCHI6vQfKB8SjjIIlSxF3IH6Ow-JiTDLLN8PZYVK__iiv0gX9KLB8X30ygtKli9svNk2AJqmSskVfkJv&__tn__=FC-R&fb_dtsg_ag=AdzEv8yHbpW_Dw7zKr5tAQzf94up2CrVq8XzxJpu35Y1Kg%3AAdzCrI13ojSONuu0jpKPYvla08IphBsDqnbbfbX3Q8p08gFollow Trevor@trevortombehttps://sites.google.com/site/trevortombe/Facebook.Kevin Olenick, Agree or Disagree :The Podcast. Twitter: @kevole Soundcloud:@kevole Spreaker:@kevole You Tube:Kevin OlenickITunes:Agree or Disagree:The Podcast

As the 2018 Winter Olympics come to a close The Majority Villain Podcast presents to you the villain’s review: our version of events, validating various vignettes of valor - the victor’s view from the vertex. Vamoose vagabonds! Vanish you valley voyagers vibrant only in vanilla vagary! Vended and verified be the vanquisher. Today’s music brought to you by Napoleon Bonaparte. Please help the show by leaving a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts. The Nigerian Women's bobsled team becomes the first ever African bobsled team to qualify for the winter Olympics. This of course revitalized once again the conversation that predominantly black nations from warmer regions can in fact have bobsled teams. Jamaican Bobsled documentarian John Candy explains: (John Candy, Cool Runnings) Nigeria is one of only 8 participating African countries in the 2018 Winter Olympics. The team is comprised of Seun Adigun, Ngozi Onwumere and Akuoma Omeoga. The Houston based women are trained track and field athletes. Adigun competed in the 2012 Summer Olympics in the 100-meter hurdles and Onwumere competed in the All-African Games. Despite previous successes, when Lagos-based writer Emmanuel Dairo spoke with Nigerian freelance reporter Linus Unah, Dairo said of the team, "Very few even know there is a winter games going on, and even fewer care.” Nevertheless, it was Seun Adigun who launched a GoFundMe page in 2016 to help raise money for their trip to the games, and after raising $150,000 she helped to establish the Bobsled & Skeleton Federation of Nigeria. The team eventually competed with a slew of sponsors as part of team Visa. Even if winning wasn’t in the cards… perhaps it wasn’t the point…"Our objective (now) is to be the best representation of Africa that the Winter Olympics have ever witnessed,” Adigun said. North and South Korea competed as a United Korea this year in hockey, despite being technically still at war! This was the first time some of the South Koreans have met North Koreans. North Korea brought more than 180 cheerleaders (a reminder of how weird shit is over there), and were accompanied during all events by minders that sat with them, disputing any semblance to freedom there might have been. The cheerleaders acted as a stark reminder to how far the two countries have grown apart, including mixed reactions from the women at a moment when a Kim Jong Un impersonator walked in front of them. Awkward shiiiiii… (Audio, John Candy) For more on North Korea peruse the Majority Villain podcasts on the device you’re already using. (That means subscribing to the show!) I recommend the January episode, “North Korea Could Be Anywhere” http://www.majorityvillain.com/thepodcast/northkorea. Teen Olympian snowboarder, Red Gerard, overslept and then won gold in slopestyle after late night binging on Netflix in which Gerard stated that he was watching Brooklyn Nine-Nine - which appears to be available only on overseas Netflix - so it’s pretty understandable, Red. Get it while you can. We dig it. After being woken up by his roommate, Gerard realized soon that he couldn't find his coat and ended up taking his roommate's which was too big. As his family spent the morning shotgunning South Korean beer, the clearly overwhelmed 17 year old clinched gold, cursing on television, ”What the fuck? Hoooly shit”. In related news, Gerard has promised his Olympic roommate either one of his kidneys whenever it is needed. (Audio, John Candy) The United States National Hockey League did not participate these Olympic games. The decision was announced on April 4th of 2017, stating they would not be allowing their players to participate in the 2018 Winter Olympic Games, because the games take place directly in the middle of the NHL's regular season, causing issues with tickets and other operations. Another factor was injuries. With athletes going to the Olympics, injuries are always a fear that players may miss out on regular season games. Likewise, there are financial losses that NHL teams would have in their existing contracts, like setbacks on regular league play. The International Olympic Committee doesn't actually have a partnership with the NHL. This would mean that the NHL and all teams with participating players would be footing the bill to provide insurance for players as well as travel and lodging costs. All in all, the NHL saw no upside to allowing players to compete. (Shuffling papers) Aaaand in other news the US women’s hockey team won gold in a dramatic shootout against Canada. John Candy was born in Newmarket, Ontario. John Candy’s middle name was Franklin. Russia’s only gold medal of the 2018 Olympics will be brought home by figure skater Alina Vagitova as more Olympic Athletes from Russia or OAR athletes test positive during doping tests. Because of Russia’s previous doping scandals, the country was officially uninvited from the games, though an invitation to those athletes came under the vague white Olympic flag of OAR. The Russian national anthem was not played for the 15 year old, who said of the moment, “In our souls, we know.” John Candy graduated from Neil McNeil High School in Toronto. You’ve been listening to the Majority Villain podcast. I’m Gregory Haddock. Today’s show was written by Ethan Braine and myself. To redeem your villain points for this episode be sure to visit the website at majorityvillain.com and on Facebook and Twitter @majorityvillain. On a side note - Big suprirse, this show is satirical… a HUGE congratulations to the US Women’s Hockey Team on their gold medal. Thanks for the showing the NHL what a bunch of wieners they are. You guys are badass. Wanna get a gold medal of your own? Go to Apple Podcasts. (But, uh, maybe… I, uh, later I can, uh….) No, no, no - I insist. A link is provided in the show notes…https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/majority-villain/id877298705?mt=2 go there and leave a review for Majority Villain. A five star review is single handedly the most helpful action you can take to support the work we are doing. Gold medal sold separately. Status Quos Are For Suckers. John Candy was 6’2”. 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Jamaican Bobsled legend, Devon Harris, has a story to inspire the masses. To go from a small enclave in Kingston, Jamaica to 3 Olympic Games appearances is no small feat. In this episode, Devon talks about why you must DREAM, you must be a VISIONARY to ensure that your past is not an accurate predictor of your future. THINGS WE TALK ABOUT: - What being a Visionary means to him. - Olympic Gardens ghetto upbringing - Military commitment - Olympic journey - Taking responsibility for your life - "Destination Disease" Devon Harris - Guest - Web - http://devonharris.com - Twitter - https://twitter.com/keeponpushing88 - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/keeppushing/ Creating Space Team: Wes Knight - Host - Web: www.CreatingSpaceMovement.com - Insta: www.instagram.com/wesleytknight/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/WesleyTKnight - Snapchat: www.snapchat.com/add/wesknight - Facebook: www.facebook.com/wes.knight/ Olivia Bellamy - Producer - Twitter: https://twitter.com/olivia_belllamy - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ol1vya/ - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-bellamy-717a9346

Jamaican Bobsled legend, Devon Harris, has a story to inspire the masses. To go from a small enclave in Kingston, Jamaica to 3 Olympic Games appearances is no small feat. In this episode, Devon talks about why you must DREAM, you must be a VISIONARY to ensure that your past is not an accurate predictor of your future. THINGS WE TALK ABOUT: - What being a Visionary means to him. - Olympic Gardens ghetto upbringing - Military commitment - Olympic journey - Taking responsibility for your life - "Destination Disease" _______________________________________________ Devon Harris - Guest - Web - http://devonharris.com - Twitter - https://twitter.com/keeponpushing88 - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/keeppushing/ ___________________________________________ Creating Space Team: Wes Knight - Host - Web: www.CreatingSpaceMovement.com - Insta: www.instagram.com/wesleytknight/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/WesleyTKnight - Snapchat: www.snapchat.com/add/wesknight - Facebook: www.facebook.com/wes.knight/ Olivia Bellamy - Producer - Twitter: https://twitter.com/olivia_belllamy - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ol1vya/ - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-bellamy-717a9346 Charita Johnson - Exec. Producer & Manager - Twitter: https://twitter.com/jnsns - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jnsns/ - Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/charitaljohnson

Phil Anderson is an Australian cycling legend.In a sport dominated by Europeans - Phil was the first non-European rider to wear the yellow jersey in the Tour De France.Think about the Jamaican Bobsled team turning up at the Olympics but actually winning.That’s what it was like - a rider from a country no one associated with cycling, riding so well he wore the leader’s jersey during the Tour De France.He’s still a big part of world cycling, he does a lot for young riders and regularly leads riders around Europe on guided tours of the very same mountains that the big cycling classics are ridden on.After swimming - Cycling is the 2nd most popular participation sport in the country, more people cycle than AFL, League, Union, Netball and Surfing COMBINED.It’s a big deal.With so many bikes on the road, cyclist safety is a subject very close to my heart.Every cyclist has had a near-death experience, and every cyclist knows someone who’s been seriously injured in a traffic accident.That’s where the Amy Gillett foundation comes in.They campaign at a policy level to help change the traffic laws around the country, pushing the “A Meter Matters” message all around Australia.So here’s a conversation we recorded the weekend of Amy’s Gran Fondo, the big event that the foundation puts on every year - a 120Km along a fully closed Great Ocean Road down in VIC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In honor of the Olympics, a snowed in Mike, Nicole and Cousin Jay recorded an audio commentary to the classic Jamaican Bobsled comedy Cool Runnings.

Tonight on The Kaufman Show we spoke with Jason Reid, director of 'Breaking The Ice', the true story of the 1988 Jamaican Bobsled team, and with Vancouver comic Torben Rolfsen. Plus, We revisited our 2013 interview with Kimmy Bloemers Carter, daughter of Gary Carter.