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View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushMarin Lazic believes the best athletes aren't just physically prepared – they're mentally free to perform. But that flies in the face of how many of us were taught to think about high performance. In this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Kelly and Juliet Starrett sit down with the Australian Men's Olympic Water Polo team's Head Strength & Conditioning Coach to explore why fun, play, and psychological safety may be some of the most overlooked performance tools in sport.Drawing from his own experience as an athlete whose performance collapsed under stress, Marin shares how that moment completely reshaped his coaching philosophy. We dive into why reducing anxiety can improve movement, decision-making, and resilience, how breathwork and vision training are becoming part of elite athletic preparation, and why creating a culture where athletes genuinely enjoy the process leads to better long-term results.Whether you're coaching athletes, raising competitors, or simply trying to perform better under pressure, this episode offers a fresh perspective on building durable, high-performing humans.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy reducing stress and performance anxiety and creating psychological safety can unlock higher levels of athletic performanceHow fun, play, and positive team culture improve movement, resilience, and performance under pressureWhy elite coaching extends beyond strength training to include recovery, mindset, and athlete well-beingHow breathwork, vision training, and movement quality help athletes perform at their best when it matters mostWhy the best coaches develop durable athletes who can stay healthy, adapt to setbacks, and perform consistently over timeKey Highlights: (0:00) Intro & Meet Coach Marin Lazic(0:38) Marin's Background & Coaching Philosophy(0:58) Marin's Athlete Setback Story(8:16) The Stressful Moment That Changed Everything(9:13) How Stress Physically Tanks Performance(16:55) Evolving from Old-School to Modern Coaching(18:12) Happy Athletes Are Better Athletes(20:17) Entrenched Thinking in Sport(20:57) Finding a Head Coach Who Buys In(24:38) Making Fun a Performance Strategy(26:43) Pre-Game Warmup Games to Ease Performance Anxiety(27:08) Beating Serbia at the Olympics(29:27) Preparing for Paris Olympics(30:25) Six Weeks in Europe Pre-Game(32:39) Removing Decision Fatigue on Game Day(33:04) Quarterfinal Loss to USA in Shootout(34:24) The Physicality of Elite Water Polo(36:04) Wrestling, MMA, & Water Training Methods(43:21) Eye Training & Vision Work(47:19) Breath Work & Session Structure(48:18) Post-COVID Efficiency Approach(54:29) The Concept of the "Stoke Tank"(55:53) Being a "MacGyver" Coach on the Road(1:00:33) Coaching Influences: Peter Twist & Pavel(1:02:11) Losing Size, Gaining Water Strength(1:06:14) Dad of the Year & Bluey(1:09:56) Infinite Shelf: The Book Legacy(1:12:17) Where to Find Marin & Watch World CupHuge thanks to our sponsors, LMNT and Momentous.
The SportsGrad Podcast: Your bite-sized guide to enter the sports industry
We went to the FIFA World Cup, and we couldn't switch off the sport business lens while we were there, so we sat down to talk through everything we noticed.In this episode, Nathan Perrone and Reuben Williams share their experience at the FIFA World Cup and what they noticed through the lens of sports business.They pick apart everything from the ticketing tech, to the workforce, the signage sponsors pay millions for, the commercial engine behind the World Cup, fan festivals, activations, which brands performed, and just how much revenue a tournament like this actually generates.They also run through a host city report and compare how the whole experience stacks up against the Paris Olympics and previous World Cups in Russia and Qatar.And yes, we also get into Reuben's "fairly sizeable hiccup" in Vancouver and how he almost didn't make it to the USA.You don't want to miss this, it's a fun one!We cover:(02:50) - Discussion Begins(05:15) - Quick Fire Question(20:27) - Reuben's mishap in Vancouver(29:37) - What we noticed at the World Cup that most fans don't(44:38) - What Nathan observed from a commercial lens(55:01) - Ranking our favourite host cities at the World Cup(01:04:43) - How the 2026 FIFA World Cup ranks against other tournaments(01:15:34) - Sport Biz professionals we got to connect with at the World Cup(01:19:16) - Meeting SportsGrad member Jake Cohen in Kansas(01:24:48) - How to land a role at an upcoming major tournament(01:28:12) - Our takeaways from making connections on the ground at major tournamentsIf you liked this ep, give these a go next:#356: Career journey of FIFA World Cup Commentator David Basheer#357: From International Student to Major League Soccer with Adam Ferreira (Vancouver Whitecaps)#358: Sports Marketing in the Premier League and Major League Soccer with Sunny Dhillon (Seattle Sounders)#359: How to Build a Freelance Career in Sports Photography with Aleks Jason (Melbourne City & Socceroos)Want a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokFollow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokThanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
He bet his uncle he could beat him in a race, and that was the start of everything.Handal Roban grew up in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines playing cricket before a single track meet at age fifteen changed his trajectory. When the cricket team pushed him out, he didn't look back. Instead, he chased the guys who beat him—literally moving to Jamaica to train at Jamaica College High School, one of the most decorated prep programs in the Caribbean. That decision, he says, taught him how to navigate being the underdog, how to thrive in discomfort, and how to carry the weight of a new culture in silence when no one could understand a word he said.At Penn State, Roban has quietly built one of the most decorated careers in school history: two Big Ten Freshman of the Year awards; multiple All-American honors; a trip to the Paris Olympics at 21 years of age; and a 1:42.87 at the 2025 NACAC Championships that left him thinking the clock was broken. That time made him the second-fastest 800m runner in NCAA history. He still can't fully believe it.But what defines Roban isn't the resume, it's the philosophy underneath it. Stop chasing times. Find your mantra. Get comfortable being uncomfortable. Don't respect your competitors so much that you forget to race them. And when the butterflies show up before the gun, don't fight them, channel them.With one year of eligibility remaining and an NCAA title still on his list, Roban isn't close to done.Tap into the Handal Roban Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.S H O W N O T E S -The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffzBehind the scenes of The Running Effect: https://youtube.com/@dominicschlueter?si=PM9FjPc92eFUFEZLuminaryThreads: luminarythreads.shop $20 off your next Attuned scan: https://attuned.health/discount/TRE20?ref=TRE20 Instagram: @handal.roban X (Twitter): @imhandalroban TikTok: @handal.rob
Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber and Preet Majithia recap all of the major action at the 2026 Prefontaine Classic. Streaks ended, young stars arrived, and the whole distance-and-sprint order got shaken up in a single afternoon in Eugene.Discussed in this episode:– Tate Taylor wins the men's 200m in 19.75 into a -0.9 headwind: The biggest surprise of the meet. Tebogo was the overwhelming favorite. We discuss why it's different from the Gout Gout 19.67. Taylor confirmed he will not be running USAs, and the World U20 Championships in Eugene in August is now the most anticipated junior sprint matchup of the year.– Nikki Hiltz wins the mile in 4:17.49: Ends Faith Kipyegon's five-year, 24-race unbeaten streak in 1500m/mile events on the track, dating to a loss to Sifan Hassan in Florence on June 10, 2021. – This was not peak Faith Kipyegon; Faith posted on Instagram after: “Since Shanghai, I've been dealing with a hamstring injury, but the last two weeks have been a step in the right direction.”– Cam Myers wins the Bowerman Mile in 3:46.06: First Australian to win the Bowerman Mile. Six days after running 3:28.00 in Paris, he sat in, took control at 600m, and closed the final 100 in 13.1 — the fastest of the race. Yared Nuguse second. Ethan Strand third in 3:46.97 after being well back at the bell.– Kyle's argument: please stop making athletes announce signings right before major races.– Josh Kerr, London Diamond League, July 18th: Ten days out from his world record attempt. He's been living in his altitude tent for twelve hours a day, writing for The Telegraph, and posting workouts that Kyle described as “giving serious hope”– Lilian Odira beats Keely Hodgkinson in the women's 800m, 1:56.19 to 1:56.73.– World record watch for London: Keely's situation two weeks out makes any WR talk look ambitious. She's still on the start list.– Melissa Jefferson-Wooden beats Sha'Carri Richardson in the women's 100m, 10.78 to 10.79: MJW extends her unbeaten 100m streak to ten races since the Paris Olympic final.– Sha'Carri's start looked better than it has at points this season. She's firmly back.– Kayinsola Ajayi wins the men's 100m in 9.84: Beats world champion Oblique Seville (9.89). Ties his PB and national record. A college kid finishing an NCAA season and immediately beating the world champion validates the performance.– Jamal Britt wins the men's 110m hurdles over Ja'kobe Tharp: Kyle's call from the preview episode vindicated.____________Hosts: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez + Preet Majithia | @preet_athletics + Kyle Merber | @kylemerberProduced by: Jasmine Fehr | @jasminefehr____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSBANDIT: For 2026, Bandit is providing support for any Unsponsored athletes competing at the USATF Outdoor Championships. Every contract includes a release clause so an athlete can sign with a bigger brand the moment an offer lands. 11 Unsponsored alumni have already gone on to deals with some of the largest footwear brands in the world. Competing at USATF Outdoors? Interested? Contact: timrossi@banditrunning.comCORE: The CORE 2 Thermal Sensor takes the guessing out of heat training. It reads your core body temperature in real time - no thermometer, nothing invasive, and you can actually see what's happening inside your body while you train. Take 10% off the CORE 2 with code CITIUS10 at checkout when you visit corebodytemp.com.VELOUS: VELOUS makes recovery footwear designed to help runners bounce back faster between sessions. Their sandals feature Tri-Motion™ Technology: a technical three-density foam system and contoured footbed engineered to cushion impact, support your arches, and help your toes stretch and relax on every step. Run. Recover. Repeat. with VELOUS! Get 20% off your VELOUS order with code CITIUSMAG20 at checkout including FREE Shipping!
Discover entrepreneurship, innovation, business growth, scaling, and intellectual property strategies from successful founders and industry leaders. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show interview Ryan Stana from RWS Global, Joey Stiver from Amble Health and Ronald Platt from National Association for Single and Divorced Families (NASDF). What does it take to build one of the world's largest live entertainment companies from scratch? Ryan Stana, Founder & Executive Chairman of RWS Global, shares how he transformed a theater degree and a vision into a global entertainment powerhouse producing experiences for cruise lines, theme parks, sports events, and the Paris Olympics. Ryan reveals how he bootstrapped his business without outside investors, scaled to hiring more than 8,000 performers annually across 50 countries, and explains why storytelling, disciplined growth, leadership, and human connection remain the keys to entrepreneurial success. Whether you're building a startup, managing a creative business, or looking to scale without giving up ownership, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiring lessons. Read more at: https://www.rwsglobal.com/ What does it really take to build a billion-dollar company from scratch? Joey Stiver, Founder of Amble Health, shares the remarkable story of turning an $8,000 credit card into a healthcare and telehealth empire through relentless perseverance, bootstrapping, and innovation. Joey discusses surviving the difficult early years without outside funding, overcoming skepticism in a highly regulated industry, and disrupting healthcare by making telemedicine more affordable, transparent, and accessible. If you're an entrepreneur, startup founder, or business leader looking to scale a company, navigate regulation, and build lasting success, this episode delivers practical insights and inspiration you won't want to miss. Read more at: https://joinamble.com/ Ronald Platt, Founder of the National Association for Single and Divorced Families (NASDF), shares how an idea inspired by his father evolved into the nation's first divorce insurance product designed to protect child support and alimony when life unexpectedly disrupts a family's finances. In this inspiring conversation, Ron explains how he identified a massive underserved market, built a first-to-market organization with virtually no competition, and created a growing network of resources that includes mental health support, divorce coaching, career services, mediation, financial discounts, and concierge guidance. Entrepreneurs will discover valuable lessons about identifying overlooked opportunities, solving real-world problems, and building a mission-driven business that changes lives. Read more at: https://www.nasdf.org/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today's evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. 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The SportsGrad Podcast: Your bite-sized guide to enter the sports industry
Meet Hayley Conway, marketing, partnerships and fan experience consultant, and the co-founder of Principal the Label.Hayley's career began on the agency side, spending five years in media, buying TV ads for household brands (yes, including Red Rooster during the footy), before making the jump to client work, where recruiters kept telling her the skills weren't transferable. So she went contract-to-contract for two years, a self-imposed MBA in events, brand activation and PR and built the exact toolkit that now sees her working across Formula 1, the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, the AFL and AFLW, the Australian Open, Fox Sports and ESPN.Then in 2024, she backed herself even further, co-founding a racing-inspired fashion label that's just landed a NASCAR collaboration in the US.In this episode, Hayley shares how she turned a career working in corporate into a freelance career across F1, the Olympics and the AFL, why two years of contracting built a network no full-time role could, and the moment she moved away from agency work to choose the work she loved, over the corporate climb.We cover:(03:07) - Interview begins(05:21) - Quick Fire Questions(14:51) - Hayley's career in corporate before transitioning to sport(35:02) - How Hayley's business, Principal the Label, came to life(50:54) - What does the design process for a new drop look like(55:12) - Other labels or brands Hayley draws inspiration from(56:24) - Hayley's vision for Principal the Label in the futureIf you liked this ep, give these a go next:#265: From Westpac to the Adelaide Crows FC in 29 days with Community Engagement Manager, Parth Suri#302: Paris 2024, Content Creator | Stella Barry #325: How to build a career in sports media from scratch with Brody BurrowsWant a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokFollow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokThanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Monocle speaks with Belgian singer-songwriter Angèle about her unconventional upbringing, what inspires her songwriting and her summer playlist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The History of Italian Gymnastics traces the remarkable rise of one of the world's most successful gymnastics nations—from Italy's early Olympic champions and circus acrobatics roots to the Vanessa Ferrari revolution and today's powerhouse led by Alice D'Amato and Manila Esposito. We explore the forgotten pioneers, iconic eponymous skills, the dominance of Jury Chechi on rings, the 2019 breakthrough World medal, the unforgettable Paris Olympics, and whether Italy has what it takes to defeat Team USA during the Los Angeles quad. Along the way we revisit Vanessa Ferrari's controversial Olympic floor finals, the MTV series that made Italian gymnasts celebrities, and the innovations that changed the Code of Points forever. CHAPTERS 00:00 The History of Italian Gymnastics 01:40 Why Italy Is a Gymnastics Superpower Today 06:40 Italy's First Olympic Champions & Circus Origins 12:58 Which Gymnastics Cities Would Win Olympic Gold? 17:05 Italy's First Women's Olympic Medal 19:00 Laura Micheli: The Lady of the Rings 23:05 The Rome Olympics at the Baths of Caracalla 26:26 The Sexism Era & Why Italy Stopped Winning 29:50 Jury Chechi & The Return of Italian Dominance 33:05 Italy's Most Innovative Skills 38:03 Italian Skills Still in the Code of Points 44:35 GymCastic Updates & Community News 46:16 The Ferrari Revolution Begins 50:34 Vanessa Ferrari Wins the 2006 World Title 56:10 Should Ferrari Have Medaled in 2012 & 2016? 01:01:00 Did Vanessa Ferrari Deserve Olympic Gold in Tokyo? 01:07:10 MTV's Italian Gymnastics Reality Show 01:14:35 The Next Generation: 2019 World Bronze 01:19:40 Nicola Bartolini & Italy's Men's Revival 01:22:48 Paris 2024: Team Silver & Beam Gold 01:28:59 Can Italy Beat Team USA? UP NEXT Behind The Scenes Fridays at noon Pacific (no BTS on July 4th but enjoy the entire archive!) SUPPORT OUR WORK Club Gym Nerd: Join Here Merch: Shop Now NEW! GymCastic Tools LA 2028 Roster Labj Elite Score Explorer International Gymnastics Calendar Games Newsletters The Balance Beam Situation: Spencer's GIF Code of Points Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim Resistance Resources
Still the biggest name in Irish athletics, Rhasidat Adeleke is set to make her long-awaited return to 400m action in America this Friday night – a major step on the road to August's European Championships in Birmingham.Former world indoor champion, Olympian and analyst Derval O'Rourke joins Niall Kelly to chart a frustrating two years in Adeleke's young career, which has seen the 23-year-old largely disappear from the public eye since her fourth-place finish at the Paris Olympics.Why do we know so little about her progress and plans, and is her US coaching set-up under Edrick Floréal still bringing out the best in one of Ireland's brightest talents?What can we expect to see on her return this week, and what will it tell us about her European medal prospects this summer?With Sharlene Mawdsley in the individual form of her career, could we see two Irish athletes fighting it out for European medals in the 400m? And what can we expect from Team Ireland more generally? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On a hot summer day, there's nothing better than a dip in a cold pool. But you know who can ruin that for you? A scientist who studies pool chemistry. What chemical reactions are happening in that swimming pool when the water comes into contact with our bodily fluids and skin products? Environmental engineer Ernest Blatchley sits down with Flora Lichtman to discuss his findings after two decades of research, including how urine in a pool makes that chlorine smell, and his work to make the air of the Paris Olympics' indoor pools less toxic. Guest: Dr. Ernest Blatchley is a professor of environmental engineering at Purdue University, based in West Lafayette, Indiana. Other episodes you may enjoy: A ‘Dune'-Inspired Space Suit To Turn Astronaut Pee Into Water The Evolution Of An Enzyme Engineer Who Changed Chemistry Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Follow our show on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Bluesky @scifri and sign up for our newsletters. Got a science question that's keeping you up at night? Call us: 877-472-4374 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It is a privilege to welcome singer-songwriter Alanna Stirling to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Hailing from Montreal, Alanna Sterling is a gender fluid artist who advocates for mental illness and the LGBTQ+ community. Battling bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD, Sterling's music has always been a vessel for self-expression used to navigate life's adversities. Unbound by one genre, their diverse style spans rock, rap, pop, folk, soul, jazz, and more. Through their heartfelt lyrics and music, they've connected with a global audience of dedicated fans and helped them through their darkest moments. Alanna's journey is a testament to resilience and self-discovery, reflected in their polyamorous style, emotive lyrics, and captivating live performance.Turning sorrows into magical movements of song, Alanna Sterling reaffirms music's transformative power as a catalyst for healing and change. Alanna has co-produced three original albums thus far and has over a hundred songs yet to be recorded. Their latest album, Everything's gonna be just fine, was recorded in under an hour in one take.To kick off this album, Alanna released their single “Goodbye,” accompanied by an iconic black-and-white music video that has amassed over half a million views. At the 2025 Capital Music Awards, Sterling was awarded Solo Artist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year for their title track “Everything's gonna be just fine”. In 2018, Alanna started streaming music on Twitch under the alias “MermaidUnicorn”. Since then, they've gained nearly 50k followers who tune in for their music livestreams.Aside from their solo career, Alanna is also the lead singer and songwriter for the band Complicit. Complicit released their first album, FIV5 REASONS MY BRAIN SUCKS, in October 2025, which combines elder emo nostalgia with a new heavy twist. On this episode of The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Alanna Stirling spoke about their 2024 Paris Olympics residency, the stories behind their most-streamed songs on Spotify, and their latest single, “Down.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.
Concussions are often treated as short-term injuries, but what if the real issue is how the brain recovers afterward? In this episode, Dr. Rob Silverman sits down with Dr. Brett Jarosz, an ACA endorsed Fellow Sports & Exercise Chiropractor, to explore the evolving science of concussion recovery and brain health. Together, they challenge outdated approaches that rely on complete rest and discuss why modern rehabilitation focuses on restoring function through targeted movement, individualized therapy, and metabolic support. Dr. Jarosz explains why a concussion is more than just a structural injury, how persistent symptoms can stem from dysfunction across multiple systems, and why factors such as autonomic regulation, inflammation, and brain energy production play critical roles in recovery. The conversation also dives into emerging therapies like photobiomodulation, the science behind red light therapy, and why personalized rehabilitation may be the future of concussion care. Whether you're a clinician, athlete, coach, or someone recovering from a brain injury, this episode offers practical insights into helping the brain heal and perform at its best. Key takeaways: Concussion is an energy crisis in the brain, affecting metabolism, blood flow, and neurological function. New models of concussion treatment emphasize controlled exercise and targeted rehabilitation over complete rest. Photobiomodulation, especially low-level laser therapy, shows promising results in improving brain recovery post-concussion. Persistent post-concussion symptoms could be multi-faceted, involving neuroinflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and autonomic nervous systems. Female athletes experience different concussion recovery processes due to biological and structural differences. More About Dr. Brett Jarosz: Dr. Brett Jarosz is an ACA endorsed Fellow Sports & Exercise Chiropractor (AICE 2019), Neurorehabilitation Chiropractor (AICE 2022), researcher and international lecturer. He has worked with the World Surf League, as a part of the medical team at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, as well as Surfing Australia at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He consults with the Melbourne Storm NRL Team, along with several AFL teams, Olympic and elite athletes on neurotrauma, with his work being featured on 60 Minutes Australia, Apple TV, The Age, Herald Sun, and more. For the past decade, Dr. Brett lectured within the Chiropractic degrees at RMIT University in Melbourne, and currently maintains a role as a lecturer for a number of post-graduate education programs. Website Instagram Connect with me! Website Instagram Facebook YouTube
World Athletics has launched a project to study pregnancy, childbirth and the return to competition among elite female athletes to help shape future policy. The Childbirth And Return in Elite Sport (CARES) project aims to combine research and policy to better understand pregnancy and motherhood in elite athletics and to shape support systems to reduce inequality. Olympic rower Lucy Spoors she felt a lot of pressure to recover and return to form in the post-partum stage ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics. "I knew it was possible, but I guess it put a lot of pressure on us in the post-partum phase to get back to where we needed to be quickly, just to be able to even qualify." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Donald Mackintosh was a champion shooter, and did quite well, but his events were the most shocking in Olympic Games history. Live pigeon shooting!
Elite summer is officially here and GymCastic is breaking down the state of the art in gymnastics heading into the 2026 season. We discuss Simone Biles revealing she "almost died," Melanie De Jesus Dos Santos' emotional return to competition in France, and the gymnasts currently setting the global standard on vault, bars, beam and floor. From Kaylia Nemour's historic bars work to Hezly Rivera leading the all-around rankings, we analyze what it actually takes to contend for World medals in 2026. Plus: French Nationals artistry deductions, NCAA news, and the latest gymternet controversies. SUPPORT OUR WORK Club Gym Nerd: Join Here Merch: Shop Now Games Podcast Tour Tickets Newsletters The Balance Beam Situation: Spencer's GIF Code of Points Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim Resistance Resources SHOW NOTES Simone Biles shared that she "almost died" in what she called one of the scariest experiences of her life. Melanie De Jesus Dos Santos returned to exhibition competition at French Nationals for the first time since the Paris Olympics, performing floor and discussing her recovery and renewal in Martinique. French Nationals introduced separately listed artistry deductions in live scoring — the future is now. Elena Colas won the French all-around title with a 54.250 and continues her rapid rise as one of the top new seniors in the world. We break down the current world leaders on every apparatus and discuss: • Why Kaylia Nemour is redefining bars • Why Hezly Rivera is currently the all-around world leader • What makes beam composition "state of the art" • Why vault scoring may be changing • What separates a 14 floor routine from a 13 in 2026 GYMTERNET NEWS • Utah gymnastics Ghana trip controversy discussion • NCAA age-rule proposal update • New proposed NIL restrictions in Congress • Texas abortion laws and athlete healthcare concerns • Sam Oldham's charity comeback routine • Jackson Harrison Achilles injury • Emma Slevin transfers to Arkansas • Coaching updates across NCAA • Gymnastics Australia concussion investigation CHAPTERS 00:00 Simone Biles' scary health news 01:21 Melanie De Jesus Dos Santos returns at French Nationals 08:30 French Nationals artistry deductions revolution 09:25 Elena Colas wins French Nationals 17:02 Elite Summer 2026 begins 18:08 All-Around World Leaders: Hezly Rivera vs Kaylia Nemour 27:12 Vault world leaders and why vaulting has changed 35:30 Bars: Why Kaylia Nemour is redefining gymnastics 49:05 Beam world leaders and Chinese beam excellence 1:02:02 Floor exercise: what makes a 14 in 2026? 1:10:18 Gymternet News 1:16:04 NCAA age rule proposal explained 1:19:08 New NIL bill and athlete pay debate 1:21:29 Texas abortion laws and athlete safety concerns 1:23:00 Sam Oldham's charity comeback routine 1:24:01 Jackson Harrison injury and Emma Slevin transfer 1:24:33 NCAA rules and laws limiting athlete income 1:25:58 Australia concussion investigation UP NEXT Behind The Scenes Fridays at noon Pacific
pWotD Episode 3322: Mirra Andreeva Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 260,296 views on Saturday, 6 June 2026 our article of the day is Mirra Andreeva.Mirra Aleksandrovna Andreeva (born 29 April 2007) is a Russian professional tennis player. She has been ranked by the WTA as high as world No. 5 in singles, achieved in July 2025, and No. 12 in doubles, achieved in September 2025. Andreeva has won six WTA Tour–level singles titles, including a major at the 2026 French Open. In doubles, Andreeva has won three titles, including two WTA 1000 events, and was a silver medalist in women's doubles at the 2024 Paris Olympics partnering Diana Shnaider.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 03:04 UTC on Sunday, 7 June 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Mirra Andreeva on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Emma.
Rose Harvey is one of British athletics' most extraordinary stories... a former corporate lawyer made redundant during Covid who took up marathon running seriously for the first time at 28. One decision made over a beer in the pub changed her life!Within a year she had qualified for her first England team, became British Champion at the 2022 London Marathon, represented GB at the World Championships, and running 2:23:21 at Chicago in 2023 to put herself sixth on the British all-time list. She then competed at the Paris Olympics with a stress fracture in her femur, finishing the race before scans revealed she'd run on a broken thigh bone. Listen for an incredible story of transformation!
Hosts Dallen Stanford & Robin MacDowell are joined by current USA Women's 15s Head Coach Jack Hanratty for #RugbyHive Episode 38.Originally from Skerries, County Dublin, Hanratty has rapidly become one of the most respected young coaches in world rugby. His coaching journey began with Leinster Rugby before moving into the Rugby Canada pathway, where he climbed from age-grade rugby into senior international coaching. Hanratty first made waves on the international stage with Canada Women's Rugby, serving as assistant coach during the 2022 Rugby World Cup before taking charge of Canada Women's Sevens. Under his leadership, Canada became one of the most exciting and dangerous teams on the HSBC SVNS circuit, highlighted by a silver medal performance at the Paris Olympics in 2024. Now leading the USA Women's Eagles program, Hanratty has relocated to the United States to guide the team into an exciting new era ahead of Rugby World Cup 2029 and the massive opportunity of Rugby World Cup 2033 on American soil. In this episode, we dive deep into Jack's coaching philosophy, his upbringing in Ireland, and the influences that shaped his approach to leadership and high performance. We unpack Canada's remarkable run to Olympic silver in Paris, including the incredible comeback victory over Australia in the semifinals, and what it takes to build belief within an elite environment. We also discuss the future of USA Women's Rugby, talent identification across North America, the balance between 7s and 15s development, and why women's rugby is entering a golden era globally. Hanratty also shares insights into athlete management, pressure moments at the Olympics, and what success could look like for the Eagles over the next four-year cycle.We hope you enjoy this episode with one of the brightest coaching minds in international rugby — a coach already shaping the future of the women's game across two nations.The Rugby Hive Podcast is brought to you by: The Rugby Broadcast Academy, MacDowell Rugby, Tsunami Sport, Gilbert Rugby Canada, Biltong Canada & RugbyCoffee.Pick up your sensational merchandise from our online store
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Aisyah Rafaee – a two-time Olympic rower from Singapore who competed at the Rio 2016 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games in the single scull. After taking an eight-year break from the sport, Aisyah made the bold decision to return—qualifying for Paris 2024 as one of the oldest athletes in the field and redefining what it means to be a high-performing athlete in your 30s. Originally from Singapore and now based in Boston, USA, Aisyah grew up with four brothers and discovered rowing after being scouted during an indoor competition at school. With limited rowing culture and opportunities in Singapore, she carved her own path—training overseas in Sydney, qualifying through a fiercely competitive Asian selection process, and representing Singapore on the world stage. But her journey hasn't been linear. From struggling with pressure at her first Olympics to working with mental skills coach Hansen Bay, from stepping away from elite sport to rediscovering her love for movement, from fracturing her ribs a month before Paris to qualifying with just six months to go—this is a powerful conversation about identity, resilience, vulnerability, and growth. Now working as a HYDROW Athlete and Mental Performance Coach with 3HP Athlete Coaching, Aisyah shares insights on: Building confidence and resilience Letting go of expectations Separating identity from performance The realities of returning to elite sport after time away Training and mindset during pregnancy Why rowing is a lifelong sport Her philosophy of the 3Hs: Happy, Healthy & High Performing This episode is about trusting your timing, embracing new chapters, and asking yourself: Is this smart for me? Aisyah's story is proof that it's never "too late" to chase a dream — and that high performance can evolve with you. *** New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries. Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Your support makes a difference. Thank you x *** Show notes Who is Aisyah Being based in Boston, USA Originally from Singapore Working as a HYDROW Athlete Working as a Mental Performance Coach 3HP Athlete Coaching 2x Olympic rower in the single sculll Competing at the 2016 and 2024 Olympics Learning to live a normal life outside of sports Growing up in Singapore with 4 brothers 3 older brothers and 1 younger brother Being sporty and learning to be competitive Living a simple life and being raised by her mum after her parents got divorced Not knowing where her mindset comes from Wanting to be the best version of herself Not being surrounded by high performance individuals Starting rowing, Singapore not having much of a rowing culture Getting scouted at her secondary school during an indoor rowing competition Singapore Rowing Association The importance of hight in rowing 5'8 (173cm)and being tall for an Asian Woman Learning how to row on land with the ergo The challenges and continuing to show u to training Not enjoying it at first Getting out on the water and spending more time in the water than on the water The lack of opportunities in Singapore Why the Olympics was not on her radar Wanting to be the best at it and wanting to represent Singapore Team sport (Netball) V individual endeavours (Rower) The South East Asia Games Rowing in a single scull Winning gold in 2013 and beating a 2x Olympian Quitting her job and training full time in Australian When the seed got planted about going to the Olympics Deciding to go and train over in Sydney, Australia Building confidence and winning competitions Qualifying for the 2016 Olympics - the Asian Qualification Criteria for that cycle 16 countries competing for 7 spots Dealing with the pressure of going to the Olympics and being able to perform at the highest level The weight of expectation and not being able to perform Working with the mental skills coach Hansen Bay The power of letting go of expectations, facing the fear, how losing can tie into identity, building confidence and resilience The practical side of mental preparation Communication and trust Learning how to be vulnerable Why it took more than 1 session Taking an 8 year gap and what happened Trying to retire from sports and wanting to focus on her career 2018 and deciding to do some soul searching and heading to the USA to work as a rowing coach in Boston Meeting her current husband Getting into marathon running and thinking about trying out for the Paris Olympics 2023 - visiting Paris Thinking she was too old to row in the Olympics in her 30s Having 6 months to qualify for the Paris Olympics Qualifying in April 2024 and getting the last spot available The Paris Olympics and what it was like Fracturing her ribs a month before the games Having her family there to support her Handing the pressure the 2nd time around Motivation during training Keeping her eye on the prize Moving her body Being in a different chapter in her life Being a HYROW Athlete and how it works Advice for women who want to get into rowing Why it's a lifelong sport How to connect and follow along with Ariesyah 3Hs - Happy, Healthy and High Performing Training for a marathon in 2026 and finding out she's pregnant! Fitness and health during pregnancy Top tips and advice to listen to your body Is this smart for me? Think of the bigger picture Social Media Website: 3hpathlete.com Instagram: @ariesyah @3hpathlete
Jessica Hull is one of the fastest women in the world and the first Australian woman in history to win an Olympic medal in the 1500 metres. But she says that silver medal in Paris was never the end goal. It was proof of what’s possible. On this episode of the Stellar podcast, Jessica shares why that breakthrough moment has only fuelled her ambition, how she’s learning to handle the pressure that comes with success, and what it really takes behind the scenes to chase gold at the next Olympics in Los Angeles. Find Jessica’s Instagram here. Watch the full episode with Jessica Hull here. Something To Talk About is a podcast by Stellar, hosted by Sarrah Le Marquand. Find more from Stellar via Instagram @stellar or stellarmag.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
He Gets Us#RTTBROS #Nightlight"For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin." — Hebrews 4:15Eric Liddell is one of the most remarkable Christian athletes who ever lived. Most people know him from the film Chariots of Fire, the Scottish sprinter who refused to run on Sunday at the 1924 Paris Olympics because of his convictions, then went on to win gold in a race that wasn't even his specialty. What fewer people know is what happened after the glory days.Liddell went to China as a missionary and was eventually captured by Japanese forces during World War II and interned in a prison camp at Weihsien. He spent his final years not in stadiums, but behind barbed wire, ministering to fellow prisoners, tutoring children, and organizing sports for the internees to keep their spirits alive. He died in that camp in February 1945, just five months before it was liberated.One of the testimonies that came out of that camp afterward was the account of a young man who had been struggling terribly with despair. He went to Liddell and poured out his heart, and Liddell didn't offer him platitudes. He said, "I know what it is to have everything stripped away and to wonder what God is doing." He had lived it. He had run in glory and he had suffered in a prison camp, and because of that, the young man felt genuinely understood. Not just advised. Understood.That is a pale picture of what Jesus offers us in Hebrews 4:15. The writer tells us that our High Priest, Jesus Himself, was touched with the feeling of our infirmities. He was tempted in all points as we are. He knew hunger, exhaustion, grief, betrayal, loneliness, and physical agony. He wept at a graveside. He sweat drops of blood in a garden. He cried out from a cross.When you bring your pain to Jesus, you are not bringing it to someone who has only read about suffering in a book. You are bringing it to the One who entered into the full weight of human experience and carried it without sin. He is not a distant God who looks down from a comfortable heaven and offers you theological explanations. He is a Savior who says, "I know. I have been there. Come to me."Whatever you are carrying tonight, He understands it at a depth no one else can reach.Let's pray: Lord Jesus, thank You for not staying at a distance. Thank You for entering into our pain, our temptation, our sorrow. Because You understand, we can come boldly to You tonight with everything we are carrying. In Your precious name, Amen.#BibleWisdomDaily #BiblicalWisdomTeaching #ChristianWisdom #Faith #DailyDevotion #TrustGod #SpiritualGrowth #RTTBROS #NightlightBe sure to Like, Share, Follow and subscribe, it helps get the word out.https://linktr.ee/rttbrosSHOW NOTESEpisode Title: A High Priest Who Knows | Nightlight with RTTBROSEpisode Description:This Nightlight episode with RTTBROS offers bible wisdom daily rooted in Hebrews 4:15 and a truth that changes everything about prayer: Jesus doesn't just hear your pain, He has felt it. Gene Kissinger brings biblical wisdom teaching and christian wisdom to anyone who's ever wondered if God truly understands what they're going through.Scripture Reference: Hebrews 4:15Full Transcript: [See devotion text above]Reflection Questions:Has there ever been a moment when you felt like God was too far removed from your situation to truly understand? How does Hebrews 4:15 speak to that feeling?Eric Liddell's suffering gave him credibility to comfort others. How has your own pain made you more able to minister to someone else?The verse says we can "come boldly unto the throne of grace." What would it look like for you to approach God more boldly with your real struggles this week?Be sure to Like, Share, Follow and subscribe, it helps get the word out.https://linktr.ee/rttbros
Your nerd best friends return next week with the Season 5 finale! In the meantime, check out this NERDSTALGIC episode from September 2024. Recounting our first trip to HellmouthCon two years ago as we prepare to launch some BIG NEWS about HellmouthCon 2026. Go get your tickets now and join us at Sunnydale HS (Torrance HS) in June! And while the Slayin It! podcast no longer exists, enjoy the time we got to NERD OUT about Buffy with Frank Bonacci. --------Original Description:The Nerds are back for season 4, and their NERDY travels hit a new high this summer! Travel with them and hordes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer to the Hellmouth for HellmouthCon at Torrance High School (CA), the site where early seasons of the series was filmed. From cosplay to trivia contests to panels to special fan experiences, much fun was had. Analese yielded the scythe and Rob came ready to slay the trivia competition!Special guest on this episode is Frank Bonacci, Scooby and co-host of Slaying It! with Juliet Landau podcast.Also in this episode: breaking in the Paris Olympics, upgrading old gaming consoles, spreadsheets for D&D, horror genre, Creepshow comic book reboot, and lots of Buffy knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andy Macdonald is a skateboarding legend, Team GB Olympian, 23-time X Games medallist and officially the oldest Olympic skateboarder in history.In this episode of Origin Story, Andy Macdonald sits down with David McIntosh Jr for a funny, thoughtful and surprisingly inspiring conversation about Scottish roots, skateboarding culture, vert skating, Team GB, the Olympics, X Games, fatherhood, risk, discipline, Livingston Skatepark, making money as a pro skater, and how on earth he is still flying around ramps at 51 years old.From growing up skating in New England and Boston, to discovering his family connection to Dumfries, getting British citizenship, representing Team GB at the Paris Olympics, and becoming one of the most decorated skateboarders of all time, Andy explains what it takes to stay world-class across multiple generations of skateboarding.This is a conversation about longevity, identity, counterculture, fatherhood, clean living, Scottish pride, Olympic history, and what skateboarding can teach you that school never could.Or, to put it more simply: a poor Scottish podcaster asks a 51-year-old skateboarding icon how he's still less scared of halfpipes than most of us are of sending an email.Follow David McIntosh Jr:Instagram: @davidmcintoshjrFollow Andy Macdonald:Instagram: @andymac720Sponsored by Neutonic — the nootropic drink designed for focus, energy and getting stuff done.Use code DAVID at checkout.www.neutonic.com
“I just had to always remind myself: be yourself, put in the work, stay present, and trust that it gets better as you go.”My guest for today's episode is Sharon Lokedi: the back-to-back Boston Marathon champion. Last month, she became only the second athlete since 1994 to win Boston in consecutive years, crossing the finish line in 2:18:51 for her second straight crown. The way she won it was extraordinary: she sat patiently through a 19-woman lead pack, waited until the hills, and then between 35K and 40K ran a 14:48 5K split — faster than the NCAA outdoor 5K record set on the track just two days earlier. She won by 44 seconds.Sharon won New York in 2022, finished 4th at the 2024 Paris Olympics, won Boston in 2025, and again in 2026. She has become one of the most complete competitors in the women's marathon — someone who doesn't need the fastest time on paper to believe she can beat anyone in the field on race day. She also ran the entire race on a borrowed Garmin because she left her own watch at the hotel and only realized it on the bus ride to Hopkinton.In this conversation, Sharon walks through the build, the pressure of returning as defending champion, and how she managed the expectation while staying grounded. She takes us inside the race itself: covering early moves, reading the hills, using the lead car as her focal point during that extraordinary 35-40K surge, and the moment she finally let herself enjoy it on Boylston Street.We also get into what it means to her to inspire other women and how she got to throw out the first pitch at Fenway Park.____________Host: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavezGuest: Sharon Lokedi | @shazrineProduced by: Jasmine Fehr | @jasminefehr____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSXENDURANCE: When you finish a hard workout, the work isn't actually done. That's when recovery starts. Xendurance Protein is designed specifically to help your body recover, rebuild, and get stronger after training. It combines four different types of protein, so your body gets both fast absorbing protein for immediate recovery and slower release protein to support muscle repair over time. Check it out at Xendurance.com and use code CITIUS for 25% off your first order.WAHOO: With the Wahoo KICKR RUN, you can simulate the exact Boston or London Marathon course right in your own home. You can also use the run free mode, which uses sensors to automatically match the belt speed to your stride. No buttons, no interruptions, no breaking your flow. When you use code CITIUS at checkout, you'll also get a free KICKR Headwind Smart Fan. Check it out today at wahoofitness.com.VELOUS: VELOUS makes recovery footwear designed to help runners bounce back faster between sessions. Their sandals feature Tri-Motion™ Technology: a technical three-density foam system and contoured footbed engineered to cushion impact, support your arches, and help your toes stretch and relax on every step. They keep your feet and legs properly aligned after you put in all of those weekly miles. Run. Recover. Repeat. with VELOUS! Get 20% off your VELOUS order with code CITIUSMAG20 at checkout including FREE Shipping!
She Played With the Boys in Lagos, Now Super Falcons Captain: The Rasheedat Ajibade OON Football Story This week's podcast is with Rasheedat Ajibade OON, a powerhouse in Nigerian and world football. Captain of the Super Falcons, forward for PSG Féminines, and one of the most exciting players in the women's game today. From playing street football with boys in Lagos to lifting trophies in Europe and leading Nigeria to a record 10th WAFCON title in 2025, Rasheedat brings an extraordinary first-hand perspective on what it truly takes to make it as a female professional footballer in Nigeria. From the realities of growing up in Lagos with big dreams and limited pathways, to the mindset and resilience required to captain your country on the world's biggest stages, Rasheedat breaks down the roadmap for the next generation of Nigerian football stars. Inside the Episode: The Lagos Streets: How Rasheedat fell in love with football playing with boys in her neighbourhood and found her path to the professional game. The Youth Journey: Representing Nigeria's U17 and U20 teams as captain, and what those formative years taught her about leadership and sacrifice. The Leap to Europe: Securing her first professional contract in Norway and the courage it took to leave home and build a career abroad. Rising Through the Game: From Spain's Copa de la Reina to PSG — how Rasheedat kept raising her own bar at every level. Captaining Nigeria: Leading the Super Falcons at the 2024 Paris Olympics and to a historic 2025 WAFCON title, where she was named Player of the Competition. What It Really Takes: The mindset, faith, and resilience needed to rise from street football in Lagos to the pinnacle of world football, and what that means for young girls in Nigeria today. "Leadership, for me, is about selflessness. It's about putting myself on the line, prioritising the team's needs above my own. It's about service." -Rasheedat Ajibade OON Connect with Rasheedat Ajibade:
Heimana Reynolds is an Olympic Skateboarder, a lifelong surfer, proud Hawaiian, and a HEST athlete. Since I spent this weekend at HESTIVAL, a three-day celebration of friends, music, and the outdoors, this episode includes a few minutes from HESTIVAL. I first chat with old friend and HEST founder Aaron Ambuske. After that, while I usually don't have many skateboarders on the show, Heimana is my second World Champion park skater-who also slays the streets and surf. It's an event and an athlete episode with a HEST connection. Heimana Reynolds Show Notes: 4:00: Opportunities, Hawaii, locals only, skateboarding, culture, and hard to get invited to things 22:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better. 23:30: California, Olympic announcement, how did that change him, X Games, competitiveness, Shawn White, and sponsors 39:00: Outdoor Research: The best is designed and tested in the brutal elements of the Pacific Northwest and beyond 40:00: Contest money, Olympic experience, and his Paris Olympic job 45:00: Inappropriate Questions
The SportsGrad Podcast: Your bite-sized guide to enter the sports industry
Meet Sarah Dyce, Public Affairs and Marketing Manager at the Victorian Institute of Sport.Sarah has a wealth of experience in sports communications, working behind the scenes of the moments that matter most. After graduating with a Bachelor of Marketing and Public Relations from the University of Notre Dame in Perth, Sarah made a bold move to Melbourne in 2018.But here's the part most people don't know. Sarah never set out to work in sport. She arrived in Melbourne in 2018 with a marketing degree, no contacts, and a determination to avoid a nine-to-five in Perth's mining and oil and gas sector. She found a listing on a website better known for arts and theatre jobs, applied for an unpaid internship at Swimming Australia, and quietly outworked everyone around her until the industry had no choice but to take notice.What followed was years of contract roles spanning Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games as part of the Australian Olympic Committee's Main Press Centre team, worked the Invictus Games in Düsseldorf, the World University Games in Berlin, the Australian Open, A-League Finals Series, and helped orchastrate one of the most viral moments of the 2025 Australian Open - the now-famous Carlos Alcaraz and young fan John's encounter that captured the world's attention.In this episode, Sarah takes us through the mindset shift that made contract life work for her, the networking habits she built that kept the opportunities coming, and the deliberate decisions she made along the way that led her to the role she has today. If you've ever talked yourself out of applying for a sport role because you didn't feel "sport enough," Sarah's story is the one you need to hear!We cover:(03:07) - Interview starts(09:23) - Quick Fire Questions(16:32) - Why Sarah moved from Western Australia to Melbourne?(20:11) - What her time at Swimming Australia taught Sarah(24:08) - Why Sarah left a full-time role to pick up contract work(28:48) - Sarah's takeaways from contract work(31:54) - How Sarah managed to stack contracts(36:42) - What a day in the AOC Main Press Centre team looks like(43:14) - Differences and similarities of working at the Tokyo and Paris Olympics(51:53) - The viral AO moment Sarah helped make happen(57:27) - How Sarah landed a role at the World University Games in Berlin(01:02:46) - How Sarah's current role at the VIS came about(01:07:20) - How do you measure success across the various roles Sarah has held(01:09:28) - Biggest challenges in sports media and PR(01:11:16) - How you can stand out in a saturated sports media landscape(01:13:22) - How to handle difficult situations as a sports comms professional(01:16:19) - How to build trust and relationships with variou stakeholders in sport(01:19:00) - Impact of mentors on Sarah's journey(01:24:07) - How to land a job in sport media and PR in the next 30 days(01:25:49) - Biggest "Pinch Me" moment working in sport(01:29:39) - What is a takeaway from a family member that influenced your career in sport?(01:31:22) - Sarah's question for next guestIf you liked this ep, give these a go:#281: Journey to Head of Media Rights at Cricket Australia with Abhi Arunachalam#312: How Vimal Kumar Became a Cricket Writer, Built 600k+ on YouTube & Travelled the World#335: How to land a job at the VIS with Director of People & Community, Daniel SimonsWant a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokFollow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokThanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Download Porter Here: https://app.adjust.com/20z60k2gGuest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(02:48) - The story behind the handwritten letter(04:49) - When did he first realize he's better than his competitors?(09:38) - What's scary about international players?(11:47) - Does he feel arrogant?(19:36) - Istora fever in Indonesia(26:08) - The toughest crowd he played against(32:31) - The art of the start: pre-match routine(41:36) - Drift explained(47:57) - What does he notice about his opponents?(51:18) - Does visualization help?(1:01:13) - Does he feel bad when people talk more about the Indian cricket team?(1:05:36) - How does one feel after losing at the Olympics?(1:16:39) - Does ranking matter?(1:22:52) - What does World No. 1 have that he lacks?(1:25:05) - What was he thinking at each point in the Paris Olympics?(1:27:36) - At what point does he give up mentally?(1:31:25) - What does he eat during tournaments?(1:38:48) - The reason behind his risky serve at the All England(1:44:26) - What's the difference between him and Shi Yuqi?(1:46:56) - What's the difference between 3U and 4U rackets?(1:49:52) - What's the role of grip in badminton?(1:51:17) - Why are Indians known for deceptive wrist work?(1:52:55) - What were his inner demons and how did he fight them?(1:57:12) - How did he feel after the forged birth certificate allegation?(2:01:18) - Lakshya Sen: "Are you enjoying the journey, Dad?"(2:04:25) - How does it feel to have family at games?(2:06:49) - BTS(2:07:45) - OutroIn this episode, we sit down with Lakshya Sen, one of India's top badminton players. We discuss the mindset required to compete at the highest level, the pressure of representing India on the global stage, and how setbacks shape an athlete's journey.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Lakshya Sen Here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senlakshya/About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/Twitter @RajShamani https://twitter.com/rajshamaniFacebook @ShamaniRaj https://www.facebook.com/shamanirajLinkedIn - Raj Shamani https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.
Melanie C has been a household name for the past three decades, since the Spice Girls burst into the charts with Wannabe and went on to become the world's biggest ever girl group. She says her new solo album Sweat is a chance to bring together all the different aspects of herself, from pop star to superstar DJ, teenage raver to being fit in her 50s. She joins Anita Rani to discuss why she's bringing the joy on a quest to get people dancing, and the enduring legacy of the Spice Girls. Concerns are being raised over a lack of safeguards for ‘child influencers' after an investigation found children as young as two demonstrating skincare routines on TikTok. The Guardian's Consumer Affairs Correspondent Sarah Marsh tells Anita about their research which found that from 8,000 skincare-related posts on the social media platform, there were hundreds featuring children believed to be under 13, and at least 90 featuring children under five. Dermatologists have said children do not need multi-step skincare routines, which could damage their skin and increase anxiety about their appearance.Writer and newspaper columnist Bryony Gordon joins Anita to talk about her novel People Pleaser, her first work of fiction after writing seven memoirs about her experiences with addiction and mental health and her attempts to combat those. Maddie Haining, an 18-year-old wheelchair user from Oldham, posted online her experience of being asked to leave a Manchester nightclub for safety reasons. She described feeling embarrassed and infuriated when told that her wheelchair was a safety risk. Maddie joins Anita to explain what happened and we also hear from Dr Shani Dhanda, Disability Inclusion and Accessibility Consultant.Calli Hauger-Thackery was bronze medalist in the women's half marathon at the 2024 European Athletics Championships, and a member of the gold medal-winning team in the 2024 European Half-Marathon Cup, held at the same time. She represented Great Britain at the 2024 Paris Olympics and England at the 2022 Commonwealth Games. She's just returned from the Boston Marathon which took place on Monday, where she completed the marathon whilst 22-weeks pregnant with her first child. She tells Anita about her achievement. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Corinna Jones
Most people watch the Olympics and see the result. Chari Hawkins lived two and a half decades of work to get there, and almost didn't make it. I sit down with US Olympian and world-class heptathlete Chari Hawkins for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually takes to build mental toughness from scratch, compete at the highest level with a broken heart, and figure out who you are when the sport is no longer the whole answer.This is not a highlight reel conversation. Chari is honest about the panic attacks, the identity crises, the years of therapy, the breakdowns under a tent at track meets, and the visualization breakthrough that got her to the 2024 Paris Olympics. She's also sharp, curious, and deeply thoughtful about what sport teaches you about life, not the other way around. If you've ever had to do hard things while scared, this one is for you.What we explore:Why tying your identity to a single role, athlete, title, achievement, sets you up for a crisis the moment it ends.How Chari used a three-word visualization framework to silence the fear before the race that got her to Paris.Why mental toughness is not a personality trait, and what the actual work of building it looks like under pressure.What not winning a World Championship medal gave her that a podium finish never could have.How competition-day nutrition, breathwork, and sleep tools function as a performance system, and what happens when you get them wrong.Chapter:00:00 Intro01:35 Why Competing Can Disconnect You From Yourself10:56 Why She Chose the Heptathlon16:49 How to Learn New Skills Faster Than Everyone Else21:31 Sports Psychology Tools That Actually Work36:28 How to Support Someone After Failure49:25 The “See, Feel, Trust” Performance Technique01:00:10 Parenting, Discipline, and Mental Strength01:12:41 Peak Performance and Age in the Olympics01:24:05 Bouncing Back After a Devastating Moment01:34:46 What Losing Teaches You That Winning Can't01:36:54 What Athletes Eat on Competition Day01:47:08 Balancing Training, Recovery, and Performance01:51:05 A 30-Day Plan to Build Mental Strength02:00:22 Sprint Training Mindset and Workouts02:11:17 Overcoming Injury Fear and Recovery02:17:33 Sleep, Travel, and Mental Recovery Tools02:28:46 Future Goals and Final Lessons About Chari HawkinsChari Hawkins is a US Olympic heptathlete who competed at the 2024 Paris Olympics. One of the most mentally transparent athletes in track and field, she has spent over 20 years competing at the world-class level across seven events, from the 100 hurdles to the 800m, and has become as well known for her openness about the mental side of sport as she has for her performance. She is based in Utah and trains alongside her husband CJ, who serves as both her training partner and one of her closest sources of perspective.Connect with Chari HawkinsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_charihawkins/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@_charihawkins TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_charihawkins Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChariTrack X: https://x.com/_charihawkins Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on the Fight for Iowa Podcast, Gary Dolphin previews the NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships and Iowa's presence on the national stage.Sophomore standout Oralee Tran is set to compete for a national title on the uneven bars after scoring a perfect 10 at regionals. Tran becomes the first Hawkeye to qualify on bars since 2003 and brings international experience from the Paris Olympics and Pan Am Games.Dolph sits down with Tran and head coach Jen Llewellyn to discuss her journey, preparation, and mindset heading into nationals.Plus, a look at Iowa's season finish, Llewellyn's Coach of the Year honors, and what's ahead for the program.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The New York Liberty are BUILT DIFFERENT this offseason — and Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin broke it all down on this week's Gotta Get Up, the podcast for New York Liberty fans brought to you by Black Rosie Media.Satou Sabally is headed to Brooklyn on a multiyear deal, reuniting with former Oregon teammate Sabrina Ionescu and forming one of the most loaded frontcourts in WNBA history alongside Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones. But how does the elder Sabally sister actually FIT? Is the Liberty roster too big? What happens when Stewart and Sabally both need to play the four? And what about the concussion that cost her the 2025 Finals — can we really count on her staying healthy?We also got into the fan favorites whose statuses are still up in the air:
Sam is a French boulder and lead climber who has medals from several world cups and competed alongside his sister, Zelia at the Paris Olympics! In this episode, we'll learn more about what it's like growing up in a climbing family, tips for climbing as a short king, why he struggled in the 2025 season, and how he self-coaches.Guest links:Sam's InstagramGuitar InstagramReference links:Thank you Mad Rock for sponsoring this episode! Use code 'notrealclimber' for 10% off your ENTIRE order, even if you're a returning customer! https://madrock.com/Learn more about the podcast at www.thatsnotrealclimbingpodcast.comFollow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcastJoin the FREE community in Discord! https://discord.gg/QTa668g8zpJoin Patreon for a welcome gift, deleted scenes, and question priority: www.patreon.com/thatsnotrealclimbingpodcastTimestamps of discussion topics0:00 - Intro1:24 - Mad Rock Shoutout!!2:34 - His mother still competing at 42 years old7:45 - Getting into climbing and competing9:31 - AUDIENCE Q: Did growing up in a climbing family add pressure?12:52 - Struggling between youth and senior circuits16:51 - Rough 2025 season22:53 - 2028 Olympics strategy26:37 - Being a short king31:34 - AUDIENCE Q: Tips for short kings?35:41 - Training with the French team37:51 - AUDIENCE Q: how do you self coach?41:21 - Training only with climbing45:21 - Gyms worth visiting in Paris47:05 - Secrets to French slab51:37 - AUDIENCE Q: What are you thinking about when climbing?56:06 - Mental game58:41 - 2026 goals1:01:22 - AUDIENCE Q: Playing guitar?1:04:58 - AUDIENCE Q: Can you make a living climbing?1:08:40 - AUDIENCE Q: How to gain finger strength?1:12:23 - AUDIENCE Q: Recovery routine?1:15:56 - Where to find Sam
Send us Fan MailPiper speaks with FEI Level 4 Course Designer, Technical Delegate and Course Director Guilherme Jorge who recently designed the $1,000,000 Rolex US Equestrian Open Grand Prix at Wellington International and served as the Jumping Technical Delegate at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Guilherme Jorge is an FEI Level 4 Course Designer, an FEI Level 4 Technical Delegate and an FEI Course Director who has worked at six Olympic Games, including the 2024 Paris Olympics as the Jumping Technical Delegate and the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games as the Course Designer. Originally from Brazil but now living in Wellington, FL, Guilherme started as a sport horse veterinarian in 1990 and practiced for eight years before becoming a course designer. For the last nine years, Guilherme has been the course designer for the final grand prix at Wellington International. He was also the Head Course Designer at the 2005 and 2007 FEI World Cup Finals in Las Vegas, the Head Course Designer at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio de Janeiro, and the Head Course Designer at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, among many other top shows in the world.Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineTitle Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSponsor: Sentinel Join us at an upcoming Plaidcast in Person live event!
In this episode of the podcast “Running: State of the Sport,” we interview American superstar Grant Fisher. Fisher is one of the greatest American distance track runners ever.He has run the fastest American times ever in the 3000, 5000, and 10,000 meters, and he won bronze medals in both the 10,000 and 5000 at the 2024 Paris Olympics.Most recently, Fisher completed his first serious road race in the super-competitive New York City Half Marathon. And he finished the tough course in a fast 60:53, although that was only good enough for 14th place.Now Fisher faces one of the toughest decisions of his running career: Should he switch to the marathon for the 2028 Olympics, or stick with the track? In this pod, he analyzes the pros and cons of his thinking on this important question.Fisher also talks about the full arc of his legendary running career. In high school in Michigan, he won two Footlocker XC Championships, and ran a 3:59 mile. He then ran successfully for four years at Stanford before signing a Nike contract and running with the Bowerman TC. Two years ago, he moved from Oregon to Park City, Utah, to reunite with his former high school coach, Mike Scannell. The pairing has worked well, especially in Paris. The whole running world will be watching Fisher's racing the next two years as he positions himself for the LA 2028 Olympics. In this pod, he explains where he is today, and where he hopes to go.For more about Fisher, check out his Instagram account.WHERE TO FIND "RUNNING: STATE OF THE SPORT"Use your smartphone to download our podcast from Apple, Spotify, Pandora, or YouTube Podcasts. Once you've selected your favorite app, search for "running state of the sport."With your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can also listen direct to “Running: State of the Sport” at the below internet links.AppleSpotifyAudiblePandoraI Heart RadioYouTube"Running: State of the Sport" is brought to you by MarathonHandbook.com and RunLongRunHealthy.com. Marathon Handbook is the world's leading marathon website, with a special focus on trustworthy running information and free, runner-tested training plans for all ability levels."Run Long, Run Healthy" is a weekly newsletter focused on the newest, most scientific, and most useful training advice for runners. It was launched by Amby in 2021, and is now edited by Brady Holmer, exercise physiologist and 2:24 marathon runner.
Title of podcast: Mastering the Mindset of Resilience: Olympic Fencing, Leadership, and the Power of Process Over Outcome with Alexander Toffolides In this episode of the Superstar Communicator Podcast, host Susan Heaton-Wright speaks with Alexander Toffolides, Cyprus's first Olympic fencer, who competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Alexander Toffolides shares insights from his 21-year journey in elite sport, discusses the importance of mastering resilience, and explains how performing under pressure relates to both sports and everyday life. The conversation covers his Olympic experiences, mental preparation, and valuable lessons about taking responsibility and enjoying the process. Key Points from the Interview What is Fencing? Alexander Toffolides explains fencing as "physical chess," a sport where strength, strategy, and tactics matter more than physique or gender. Fencing's history is tied to dueling, but today it's accessible and inclusive 02:04. Olympic Experience and Unique Opening Ceremony Describes the Paris Olympic Games as magical, with the opening ceremony held on boats along the River Seine, a moment watched by 2 billion people. Alexander Toffolides chose to enjoy the experience, prioritizing being present over staying dry in the rain 03:01. The Path to Elite Sports Becoming an elite athlete is fueled by enjoyment and dedication. Success requires a holistic effort, including mental and physical preparation, good sleep, and nutrition—not just training 04:32, 05:40. Responsibility and Self-Leadership in Pursuing Goals Alexander Toffolides details his transition from representing Britain (supported by a full coaching staff) to Cyprus (self-managing every aspect). This required taking full responsibility and accountability for his journey 11:13. Process Over Outcome Key learning: focus on the process, not the outcome. Even when giving 100% effort, results can be out of your control due to circumstances or competition 14:26. Progress is not always linear; failures and setbacks can lead to valuable development 15:33. Controlling the Controllables Emphasizes the concept of "controlling the controllables"—you can only fully control your own actions and reactions, not external circumstances or other people 16:31. Mental Preparation for Performing Under Pressure Describes his "mental warm-up": Focusing on the present through box breathing, Rationalizing and verbalizing negative thoughts, Scenario planning by visualizing how to react in different situations 24:06, 25:04. Reward and Self-Kindness After intense preparation, rewarding oneself and celebrating is essential. Be kind to yourself to sustain motivation and confidence 08:52. Top Tips for Success Take responsibility: "You are the captain of your own ship." Prioritize process over outcome. Apply holistic effort to all preparation. Build a supportive community around you. Most importantly—enjoy the journey 26:30. Looking Ahead Alexander Toffolides is preparing for upcoming competitions including the Commonwealth Games, European Games, and aims for the 2028 LA Olympics. He's also focused on sharing his message through workshops and media 28:25. Connecting With Alexander Book: "Fighting for Your Dream: Mastering Resilience and Performing When It Really Matters," available on Amazon. Website: alextoffoleedies.com Socials: Instagram and LinkedIn 29:18. This episode offers lessons in pursuing excellence, maintaining resilience, and applying the mindset of elite performance to any area of life. Download the transcript of the interview Alexander Toffolides is Cyprus's first Olympic fencer, having competed at the 2024 Paris Olympics after a remarkable 21-year journey in elite sport. Born to a British mother and Cypriot father, Alex initially represented Britain—becoming a British national champion and European Games champion—before switching to compete for Cyprus in honor of his late father and family heritage. His path to Olympic qualification was anything but straightforward, facing heartbreaks as he narrowly missed out on previous Games and ultimately achieving his dream after years of relentless dedication. Alex's journey was marked by resilience, personal responsibility, and the ability to perform under intense pressure, often without a large support team behind him. Today, Alexander Toffolides is not only an athlete, but also an author ("Fighting for Your Dream: Mastering Resilience and Performing When It Really Matters"), motivational speaker, and performance mindset coach. He helps individuals and organizations excel when it counts most, sharing practical strategies drawn from his own experiences in both sport and life. We create this podcast to empower others to speak and communicate with impact. Weselffund. If you value our content, we would be so grateful if you could'buy us a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/superstarcomms Why not grab our Ten Top Tips to Being a SuperStar Communicator here Buy the SuperStar Communicator 30 Day Plan here Find out more about Susan Heaton-Wright–our host:https://offers.superstarcommunicator.com/susan-heaton-wright Check out our SuperStar Communicator Store:https://offers.superstarcommunicator.com/superstar-communicator-store SuperStar Communicator deliver a range of speeches, masterclasses, facilitated workshops and coaching for emerging leaders. We focus on empowering emerging talent to speak and communicate with clarity,confidence and credibility. If you would like more details please email us at hello@superstarcommunicator.com or why not book a call. You can listen to all episodes of the SuperStar Communicator podcast and subscribe here.
Title of podcast: Mastering the Mindset of Resilience: Olympic Fencing, Leadership, and the Power of Process Over Outcome with Alexander Toffolides In this episode of the Superstar Communicator Podcast, host Susan Heaton-Wright speaks with Alexander Toffolides, Cyprus's first Olympic fencer, who competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Alexander Toffolides shares insights from his 21-year journey in elite sport, discusses the importance of mastering resilience, and explains how performing under pressure relates to both sports and everyday life. The conversation covers his Olympic experiences, mental preparation, and valuable lessons about taking responsibility and enjoying the process. Key Points from the Interview What is Fencing? Alexander Toffolides explains fencing as "physical chess," a sport where strength, strategy, and tactics matter more than physique or gender. Fencing's history is tied to dueling, but today it's accessible and inclusive 02:04. Olympic Experience and Unique Opening Ceremony Describes the Paris Olympic Games as magical, with the opening ceremony held on boats along the River Seine, a moment watched by 2 billion people. Alexander Toffolides chose to enjoy the experience, prioritizing being present over staying dry in the rain 03:01. The Path to Elite Sports Becoming an elite athlete is fueled by enjoyment and dedication. Success requires a holistic effort, including mental and physical preparation, good sleep, and nutrition—not just training 04:32, 05:40. Responsibility and Self-Leadership in Pursuing Goals Alexander Toffolides details his transition from representing Britain (supported by a full coaching staff) to Cyprus (self-managing every aspect). This required taking full responsibility and accountability for his journey 11:13. Process Over Outcome Key learning: focus on the process, not the outcome. Even when giving 100% effort, results can be out of your control due to circumstances or competition 14:26. Progress is not always linear; failures and setbacks can lead to valuable development 15:33. Controlling the Controllables Emphasizes the concept of "controlling the controllables"—you can only fully control your own actions and reactions, not external circumstances or other people 16:31. Mental Preparation for Performing Under Pressure Describes his "mental warm-up": Focusing on the present through box breathing, Rationalizing and verbalizing negative thoughts, Scenario planning by visualizing how to react in different situations 24:06, 25:04. Reward and Self-Kindness After intense preparation, rewarding oneself and celebrating is essential. Be kind to yourself to sustain motivation and confidence 08:52. Top Tips for Success Take responsibility: "You are the captain of your own ship." Prioritize process over outcome. Apply holistic effort to all preparation. Build a supportive community around you. Most importantly—enjoy the journey 26:30. Looking Ahead Alexander Toffolides is preparing for upcoming competitions including the Commonwealth Games, European Games, and aims for the 2028 LA Olympics. He's also focused on sharing his message through workshops and media 28:25. Connecting With Alexander Book: "Fighting for Your Dream: Mastering Resilience and Performing When It Really Matters," available on Amazon. Website: alextoffoleedies.com Socials: Instagram and LinkedIn 29:18. This episode offers lessons in pursuing excellence, maintaining resilience, and applying the mindset of elite performance to any area of life. Download the transcript of the interview Alexander Toffolides is Cyprus's first Olympic fencer, having competed at the 2024 Paris Olympics after a remarkable 21-year journey in elite sport. Born to a British mother and Cypriot father, Alex initially represented Britain—becoming a British national champion and European Games champion—before switching to compete for Cyprus in honor of his late father and family heritage. His path to Olympic qualification was anything but straightforward, facing heartbreaks as he narrowly missed out on previous Games and ultimately achieving his dream after years of relentless dedication. Alex's journey was marked by resilience, personal responsibility, and the ability to perform under intense pressure, often without a large support team behind him. Today, Alexander Toffolides is not only an athlete, but also an author ("Fighting for Your Dream: Mastering Resilience and Performing When It Really Matters"), motivational speaker, and performance mindset coach. He helps individuals and organizations excel when it counts most, sharing practical strategies drawn from his own experiences in both sport and life. We create this podcast to empower others to speak and communicate with impact. Weselffund. If you value our content, we would be so grateful if you could'buy us a coffee' https://www.buymeacoffee.com/superstarcomms Why not grab our Ten Top Tips to Being a SuperStar Communicator here Buy the SuperStar Communicator 30 Day Plan here Find out more about Susan Heaton-Wright–our host:https://offers.superstarcommunicator.com/susan-heaton-wright Check out our SuperStar Communicator Store:https://offers.superstarcommunicator.com/superstar-communicator-store SuperStar Communicator deliver a range of speeches, masterclasses, facilitated workshops and coaching for emerging leaders. We focus on empowering emerging talent to speak and communicate with clarity,confidence and credibility. If you would like more details please email us at hello@superstarcommunicator.com or why not book a call. You can listen to all episodes of the SuperStar Communicator podcast and subscribe here.
The rivalry we didn't know we needed has finally reached its peak. In this episode of Chaos Culture Radio, we're breaking down the viral video featuring Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards and former President Barack Obama. What started as a bold "I'm the truth" claim during the 2024 Paris Olympics has turned into a full-blown multi-sport competition to promote the upcoming Obama Presidential Center.In this episode, we discuss:The Origin Story: Recapping the 2024 Netflix Court of Gold moment where Ant-Man told Obama to "stand down" because he was "the truth."The Rematch: A play-by-play of their meeting on the court, including the jump shot contest, ping-pong match, and a high-stakes game of Connect 4.The MVP Connection: How Obama's presence at the 2026 All-Star Game inspired Edwards to take home the MVP trophy.The South Side Impact: Looking at the Obama Presidential Center opening in June 2026 and how "Home Court"—a 60,000-square-foot athletic space—is using NBA star power to engage the community.The "Unfiltered" Ant-Man: Why Anthony Edwards is exactly what the NBA needs right now—authentic, confident, and willing to trash-talk a former president.Highlight of the Day: "I told you I was the truth. Even when I was your age, I couldn't do that." — Barack Obama to Anthony Edwards after a left-handed jumper.
Angel City's Emily Sams joins the show to fill Sam in on how finding her own path put her on a leadership journey, what she learned on the Orlando Pride, her surprise trip to the Paris Olympics, and of course her hopes for LA's 2026 season.Join the Bracket here: https://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-women-2026/group?id=73442c55-bf71-4500-bbe6-b86262b197cb&joining=true SUBSCRIBE TO THE WOMEN'S GAME NEWSLETTER: https://mibcourage.co/42X5HpBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The LetsRun.com crew previews the 2025 World Indoor Championships in Poland. The men's 3000m headlines with a Paris Olympics rematch featuring Cole Hocker, Josh Kerr, and Geordie Beamish. Seventeen-year-old Cooper Lutkenhaus attempts to become the youngest world indoor champion ever. On the women's side, Georgia Hunter Bell and Nikki Hiltz battle for 1500m gold with Faith Kipyegon absent, while Keely Hodgkinson enters as the prohibitive favorite in the 800m.
The World Athletics Indoor Championships descend on Toruń, Poland this weekend. Here's your event-by-event preview via Chris Chavez and Preet Majithia.- Men's 60m: Defending champion Jeremiah Azu faces the deepest field in recent memory, led by American Jordan Anthony (world list leader, 6.43) and Jamaica's Kishane Thompson (6.46).- Women's 60m: Julien Alfred vs. Zaynab Dosso, both at 6.99 and both in career form. Alfred seeks history as a two-time world indoor champion; Dosso has silver and bronze but never gold.- Men's 60m hurdles: A three-way tie at 7.37 between Poland's unbeaten home favorite Jakub Szymański and Americans Dylan Beard and Trey Cunningham, with three-time defending champion Grant Holloway absent for the first time in years.- Women's 60m hurdles: Devynne Charlton can become the first woman to win three consecutive world indoor titles in the event, having won in Glasgow and Nanjing. Swiss world champion Ditaji Kambundji has been just 0.01 behind her twice this season.- Men's 400m: Two of the three fastest short-track 400m runners ever, Khaleb McRae (world record pending, 44.52) and Christopher Morales Williams (44.49 all-time best, unratified), meet in a new split-final format using only lanes 3 to 6.- Women's 400m: Several top seeds are absent, opening the door wide for Norway's Henriette Jæger and the Netherlands' Lieke Klaver, who beat Jæger at last year's European Indoors.- Men's 800m: Belgium's Eliott Crestan enters as the top seed chasing history, but American teenager Cooper Lutkenhaus, just 17, set a world U20 short-track record of 1:44.03 last month and could become the youngest men's 800m medalist in World Indoor Championships history.- Women's 800m: Keely Hodgkinson is the story of the meet. The British Olympic champion broke a 24-year-old world record last month, running 1:54.87 on the very day she was born. Three injuries have kept her from the World Indoors. She finally arrives healthy and dangerous.- Men's 1500m: World champion Isaac Nader looks to finally convert after two consecutive fourth-place finishes, chasing Portugal's first title here since 2001. Dutch 800m specialist Sam Chapple brings a dangerous finishing kick.- Women's 1500m: Georgia Hunter Bell leads a deep field stacked against Ethiopia's three-athlete squad, with Nikki Hiltz's big kick a wildcard in the final lap.- Men's 3000m: The entire Paris Olympic 1500m podium, Cole Hocker, Josh Kerr, and Yared Nuguse, races together, making this arguably the meet's marquee event.- Women's 3000m: Freweyni Hailu is chasing a third straight world indoor distance title, representing a broader Ethiopian dynasty that has won 10 of the last 12 world indoor 3000m crowns.____________Hosts: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez + Preet Majithia | @preet_athleticsProduced by: Jasmine Fehr | @jasminefehr____________SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOLIPOP: Olipop's Tropical Punch tastes like a vacation in a can. It has the perfect balance of pineapple, passionfruit, mandarin, and apple. You get that nostalgic fruit punch flavor, but way more crisp and way more refreshing. Every can contains their Olismart blend, which includes ingredients designed to support digestive health and help feed your gut microbiome. If you haven't had tried Olipop yet, grab a can and see what the hype is all about! Head to DrinkOlipop.com and use code CITIUS25 at checkout to get 25% off your orders.XENDURANCE: When you finish a hard workout, the work isn't actually done. That's when recovery starts. Xendurance Protein is designed specifically to help your body recover, rebuild, and get stronger after training. It combines four different types of protein, so your body gets both fast absorbing protein for immediate recovery and slower release protein to support muscle repair over time. Check it out at Xendurance.com and use code CITIUS for 25% off your first order.
Kelly and Ryne McQueen entered a raffle for a chance to win two tickets to the Paris Olympics. The raffle was hosted by the Pennsylvania RTC. They won. This is their story about a trip of a lifetime.
Emily Mackay joins me on the podcast after a huge moment in her career, winning her first national title in the 3000 meters at the USATF Indoor Championships. Emily is no stranger to the world stage. She competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics and is also a World Indoor bronze medalist, but capturing her first national title was a really special milestone. In this episode we talk all about that race, what it felt like to finally get that win, and what the moment meant after years of competing at such a high level. Emily is sponsored by New Balance and currently trains with Union Athletics Club under coach Pete Julian. Last summer she made the move from Team New Balance Boston to Union Athletics Club, and we talk about that transition, what training has looked like in this new environment, and how the change has helped her continue to grow as an athlete. We also talk about what's next as Emily prepares to compete at the World Indoor Championships in the 3000 meters in Poland. It's always fun catching up with Emily. This is actually her fourth time on the podcast, and it's been incredible to follow her journey over the years and see the progression in her career. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Emily Mackay. Support our sponsors! Previnex — I've been using their Muscle Health formula and I love that it combines creatine monohydrate with BCAAs and essential amino acids to support strength, recovery, and muscle maintenance. They just released a new citrus flavor that's really refreshing, and it's formulated to improve amino acid absorption and protein synthesis. I also take Previnex Gut & Greens every day and swear by it. Codes you can use: LINDSEYSUPERFOODS when Gut & Green is in cart; otherwise ANOTHER or LINDSEYSTRENGTH for Muscle Health at previnex.com. Amazfit Smartwatches – A wellness and recovery brand offering targeted supplements designed to support runners with energy, strength, and sleep. Use code “ANOTHER” at checkout! Sign up for the Marathon Project! The Marathon Project is a fast, flat race weekend in Chandler, Arizona designed to give amateur runners a pro-style marathon experience, with features like personal bottles, pace groups, indoor warmup space, and a highly supported race environment. Price increases on April 1st, so sign up now at themarathonproject.com and use the code “lindsey” (all lowercase!) for $25 off! CURE Hydration — No added sugar or dyes; electrolyte mix for adults and kids; non-GMO; FSA/HSA eligible. Use ANOTHER for 15% off at curehydration.com/another.
Steve Kerr, head coach of the Golden State Warriors, has a long list of accolades. He has nine NBA championship rings–five as a player and four as a coach. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, he coached the U-S team to a gold medal and, as a player, he holds the title of the NBA's all-time three-point percentage leader. Rather than basking in glory, Kerr is known for deflecting praise and elevating those around him. He speaks with podcast host and author Kelly Corrigan about influential figures in his life, like his parents and past coaches, and how they shaped his ability to remain grounded. He also talks about his advocacy for gun safety laws and balancing political involvement with his day job.
This week, Emily sits down with Alexandria Gilleo, a celebrity makeup artist and wellness entrepreneur who has worked with icons like Sue Bird, Ali Krieger, and Breanna Stewart. Alex shares the story of her sudden health crisis—a diagnosis of endometriosis that nearly led to emergency surgery on leading up to a what was supposed to be an epic trip to the Paris Olympics. The conversation explores how Alex navigates the high-pressures of her work with balance living in th Hudson Valley. She details her #hurdlemoment following the loss of her father, which served as the catalyst for her deep dive into holistic wellness. IN THIS EPISODE The "Sue Bird Method" of varying glam levels. Alex's non-negotiable morning and night rituals, featuring red light therapy and classical music. The power of manifestation and "execution boards." Why skin prep is the most important part of a long-lasting look. The evolving synergy between beauty and women's sports. QUOTABLE MOMENTS "I really try to sit down with them and look at their face and see what is going to help with making them feel the most beautiful, confident person on the field, off the field, on the court, whatever it is." "I feel like this generation of athletes understands that beauty can be utilized as a tool. Makeup is not necessarily a mask ... it’s more about amplifying the look and showing the world every side of who they are." "In order to get what it is that you want, you have to act like you already have it. You have to own it and be so confident with it." "Everything is figure-outable. There is always light at the end of the tunnel. No matter how dark, how lonely, how sad, how heartbreaking something can feel, it's always going to get better." SOCIAL@alexgill@emilyabbate@iheartwomenssports JOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG Channel SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to with your questions! Emily answers them every Friday on the show. Listen to Hurdle with Emily Abbate on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Most riders spend their first year in the Elite ranks just trying to find their feet, but Riley Amos was determined to be different. He had good reason for it. Not only did he have a dominant final season as a U23 in 2024, but he also finished 7th at the Paris Olympics, the highest an American male has ever finished in the Olympic XC race. Looking back on his mindset coming into 2025, though, he admits that he might have pushed himself a little too hard. Riley sat down with Payson in Girona this week to talk about how overtraining and back pain led to a somewhat disappointing 2025 and how observing fellow riders like Nino Schurter and Chris Blevins has changed his entire approach this year. Then, they get nerdy about product testing, specifically Riley's relationship with Trek product development grandmaster Travis Brown and his years-long obsession with suspension. Instagram: @withpacepodcastYouTube: Payson McElveen Email: howdy@withpace.cc
National pride often comes from shared heritage—like a common language or ethnic background. Religious Nationalism can be seen in historical Russia, where being part of the Orthodox Church was considered key to being Russian, even if you spoke a different language, whereas Ethnic Nationalism is like modern Mongolia, where having the same Mongol background is what counts as national identity, even if people follow different faiths.—but for the small nation of Uruguay, that feeling of unity was forged not in a parliament, but on a soccer pitch. When the Uruguayan national team, La Celeste, stunned the world by winning the 1924 Paris Olympics, it was more than just a sports victory. That triumph created a profound, shared, and globally recognized national identity, transforming the soccer team into a powerful symbol that helped bond the country together in a way politics had struggled to achieve. Soccer’s ability to literally bring nations into existence has only grown with the growth and spread of the World Cup. Since 1930, the World Cup has become a truly global obsession. It is the most watched sporting event on the planet, and 211 teams competed to make it into the 2022 tournament. From its inception, it has also been a vehicle for far more than soccer. A tool for self-mythologizing and influence-peddling, The World Cup has played a crucial role in nation-building, and continues to, as countries negotiate their positions in a globalized world. Today’s guest is Jonathan Wilson, author of “The Power and the Glory: A History of the World Cup.” We look at history of the matches and goals, the tales of scandal and triumph, the haggling and skulduggery of the bidding process, and the political and cultural tides behind every tournament. Jonathan Wilson details not merely what happened but why, based on fresh interviews and meticulous research. The book is as much about the legends of the sport, from Pelé to Messi, as it is about the nations that made them, from Mussolini’s Italy to partitioned Germany to controversy-ridden Qatar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Four-time Paralympian and seven-time medalist Amanda McGrory joins the podcast for a long-awaited conversation. Amanda competed at the 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2021 Paralympic Games, once held the world record in the 5,000 meters, has raced over 100 marathons, and has won major races including the New York City Marathon, London Marathon, and Grandma's Marathon, with additional podium finishes in Boston. Now retired from elite competition, Amanda has built an impressive second career as an on-air analyst for major marathons and championships, including coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games. Lindsey and Amanda talk through her journey into wheelchair racing, the Paralympic moments that meant the most to her, and what it's been like stepping into the media side of the sport and covering races live on camera. Amanda also shares her role as Team USA Archivist and Collection Curator, offering insight into how she's stayed deeply connected to the sport she helped shape. From early memories of discovering adaptive sports, to racing tactics and strategy, to reinvention after setbacks, this conversation highlights Amanda's impact as both an athlete and a visible leader in Paralympic sport today. Topics Covered: Discovering wheelchair racing and adaptive sport at a young age Competing in four Paralympic Games (2008–2021) Holding the world record in the 5,000 meters Winning major marathons and racing over 100 total marathons Transitioning from elite athlete to broadcast analyst Covering major marathons, the Olympic Games, and Paralympic Games on live TV Becoming Team USA Archivist and Collection Curator Representation and visibility in Paralympic sport Wheelchair racing tactics, speed, and strategy Track racing vs marathon racing in a wheelchair The emotional highs and lows of Paralympic competition Reinventing training, mindset, and approach after setbacks Knowing when it was time to retire from elite competition Staying active after retirement without training like a professional Growth of Paralympic media coverage and fan engagement The role of technology and equipment in wheelchair racing Equity challenges in access to top-tier racing chairs Balancing social media, storytelling, and personal boundaries Saying yes to opportunities and trusting the process Media Recommendations: Books A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith Harry Potter series TV Shows Taskmaster Loot Severance Shrinking Ted Lasso Support Our Sponsors: Aletheia Run lets you see what your body is actually doing with every step by using a lightweight sensor that creates a unique force portrait of your movement. It gives personalized feedback, targeted drills, and science-backed insights to improve performance and help prevent injuries, bringing the running lab right to your everyday training. CURE Hydration — No added sugar or dyes; electrolyte mix for adults and kids; non-GMO; FSA/HSA eligible. Use ANOTHER for 15% off at curehydration.com/another. Rocket Money — If you've ever looked at your bank statement and thought, why am I still paying for this, Rocket Money makes it so much easier to clean that up. It helps you find and cancel unwanted subscriptions, keeps an eye on your spending across accounts, and can even help you lower bills so you can grow your savings. I signed up for the premium level recently and it pulled out things I genuinely did not realize I was still paying for. Save yourself the monthly leaks and check it out at rocketmoney.com/gorun. Donna Marathon Weekend — Jacksonville, FL, February 1–2, 2025. Supports breast cancer research and families impacted by diagnosis. Register at breastcancermarathon.com and use LINDSEY10 for $10 off.